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LRDG Chevvy Question
armouredcharmer
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Posted: Sunday, January 28, 2018 - 12:30 PM UTC
Hi Gang, After reading multiple horror stories about vinyl tyres splitting/cracking I decided to replace the tyres on this particular kit with Panzer Art`s fantastic replacements.
Only problem is you get five wheels in the box and their hubs but no guide as to how to fit them - has anyone used these,and if so, how do they fit?.
A little help here.
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Posted: Sunday, January 28, 2018 - 02:35 PM UTC
These?

It looks as if both tire patterns share the same solution for the hubs. The hub is inserted from the inside of the wheel, the strengthening ribs look as if they will guide/center the hub in the wheel.
Looking at the casting I assume that there is no hole for the axle in the hub (rejoice if there is one).
Remove hub from casting plug, sand the reverse side (side that will face the axle) level.
Insert hub into wheel disc and check how it fits. Add a small amount of CA-glue to the joint from the reverse side of the wheel disc (glue mess will be on the inside and hopefully invisible). Let dry/cure/harden.

Compare how the Tamiya parts fit against the inside of the Tamiya wheels (parts C14-15-16 for the front wheel and C13-44-45 + D2 for the rear). Some of these, possible sanded down will be needed to mount the PanzerArt wheels on the Tamiya axles. If PanzerArt have been clever you should use Tamiya parts except C14 and C13.
/ Robin


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