Vince Frazier
Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 132
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 Posted: Tue Aug 19, 2008 6:27 am Post subject: cheap tailwheel tire |
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SNIP Hi gang,
I'm doing a little experiment. I just purchased a few hard rubber
wheels from Surplus Center to see if they can be used as a tail wheel
replacement. They cost $4.95 each, and have really nice sealed ball
bearings (6203-RSV). They have a 2 1/8 " hub width, so mounting with
a few spacer washers will work.The problem is that the bore of the
ball bearing is 17 mm. Can someone on the list make me an aluminum or
steel reduction bushing, 17mm OD, 3/8" ID, and 2 1/8" long? OR do any
of you bearing gurus know of a replacement bearing ? This whole
thing may be a bust, but that's why we build experimentals. Also, S/C
has 3000 of these wheels in stock. Thanks for reading. Even more
thanks if someone has a solution.
Louis SNIP
Louis and others,
I've been involved in tailwheels for several years now. These tires
might be just fine, but be careful with the bearings. I've found that
many bearings aren't always up to the job. You might find out too... at
an inconvenient time, like on roll out with a crosswind!
I no longer offer tires like these due to too many problems. If you
want a GOOD tire, order one from Wayne Hadath (Canada) or me. The tire
that I offer is 6 oz LIGHTER than the type from the Surplus Center.
Sure, it's $65 instead of $5... but you get what you pay for.
I'd wager that 3000 surplus tires wouldn't be on auction if they were
perfect, or even marginal!
Vince
http://www.vincesrocket.com/products.htm
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Vince Frazier
3965 Caborn Road
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
812-464-1839 work
812-985-7309 home
F-1H Rocket, N540VF
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