Tyre Replacement

[jacco]

Hi All,
Has anyone had any experience with replacing tyres on 1/24 scale hubs rather than replacing the whole lot each time?
eg. Alpha Piranha tyres (3/32 axle .0790 and .810) only seem to be available as wheels (tires cannot be purchased directly).
many thanks,
js

[SlotBaker]

Yep, you can buy donuts from a few places, Mobile Raceways for one, and here is a simple how to, or you might like to try this one on Slotforum.

[jacco]

Thanks a lot SlotBaker, that will get me busy. I noticed that Alpha do not list the Donuts on their Online Catalog, but they are on their "Online Store".

[SlotBaker]

No probs.

Don't forget to try Mobile Raceways.

Also, you might like to try Proformance PRI - Fishe / Natural rubber donuts @ US$2.25/pr which get cheaper by quantity. I've bought a few, and they work great. I bought some other stuff from there and tried their donuts to spread the shipping cost.

The only trouble with 're-treading' wheels, is that the hubs get knocked around, or the threads weaken and strip, so keep an eye on the condition of the hubs.

I only 're-tread' hubs twice, then chuck them. By the time the hubs have worn out 3 tyres, they seem like they are too loose on the axle, and probably don't run true.

[trophy]

The biggest one stop selection in the world is just over the ditch.
Look here
http://www.hobbiesplus.co.nz/wheelstyre ... 50_58.html

[WSMCR-Plucka]

we had them and can get them easily if your in Sydney (Campbelltown)

[chadly]

next, you'll ask about the glue to use.

Most ppl use sellys quick grip gel
i have had success with the water based quick grip, but it isnt available in easy to use tubes anymore.