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On Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 6:15:04 AM UTC-7, John McLaughlin wrote:
Is it ok to use a solid rubber tyre for my tail dolly wheel, or do I risk damaging the glider? Ease of replacement depends on the caster used. If you're in USA, I suggest a "flat proof" wheel from Tractor supply. Easiest to see what will work if you take your tail dolly into the store. TSC carry a few. The tire of the one I used JUST fits inside the yoke but may not fit every caster. In my case the axle diameter of the caster was smaller than the wheel required, so I added brass bushings from True Value Hardware to enlarge the axle plus another bushing to give the correct offest. TSC Part number 3553230 Lasted 3+ years so far. Has a little shock absorption, not as much as a pneumatic but way more than a solid caster wheel. Jim |
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