Large diameter wheels for Trucks?

[mopargreg]

Hi guys,
Im looking for some large diameter wheels, aluminium preferably. This is for 1/24 scale. Im wanting to build Richard Petty's Hauler in 1970 which was a LNT1000 Dodge truck with a box on the back & basic dual axle trailer. I have all the parts but the wheels have me stumped. Im guessing the wheels will be about 22mm diameter & able to accept an insert. Im not to worried about the tyres as I have some model kit tires I can cast in Urethane. Anything in the RC world may fit? Im out of ideas! Help please!

I would like to build this as a slot car for something different. I highly doubt Ill drive it much but will be a fun project. If you could lead me in the right direction I would be very grateful. A bit of a crazy idea maybe with will be super cool! Ive included some photos of what I want to build & the kit wheel & tire with a H&R wheel.

[Rastas]

Have a look at Pattos he has a good range of 1/8 axle rims and tyres both threaded and hex, I brought these for a R model Mack project. There a bit than what you are after at 18.5x 13 mm rim and with the old Tyers ihd laying around are 31x14mm but I'm sure you'll find what you need!

[slothead]

Years ago I inadvertently ordered some metal wheels with tires from Professor Motor that turned out to be 1/24 scale. I had no use for them and found 3 pair in a parts bin. The part # is no longer valid for this item at PM.



Do you think these might work for you?

[mopargreg]

Thanks but I’m sure I’ve found what I need but I’ll let you know if I get stuck

[Mikeinclover]

I posted on your Facebook post that I have them by Sideways for Fly trucks as a replacement. The same tires also fit on them.
Mike

[Vintage 1/24]

I am interested as well -

Are the Fly tucks 1/24 - what size diameter is the wheel hub?

Looks like something around 7/8” is needed - there are probably wheels that size from the vintage world?

[chrisguyw]

Fly trucks are 1/32,........................and the aftermarket aluminum wheels for them (from NSR) are 17mm,.....a bit small in my opinion.

Pendle Slot have their own range of wheels which would be much better for a 1/24 truck.......19 and 21 mm. These are for 3/32 axles.

Professor motor have several different 1/24 wheels that would work (using the cut down kit wheels for inserts).......theres are for 1/8 5/40 threaded axles (axles and gears are readily available)

[slothead]

mopargreg gets first dibs since this post inspired me to go looking for the Professor Motor wheels and tires. If he or anyone else on HRW has a valid need for them to complete a build they can have them for free. Not looking to give them away so they can be put up for sale, so tell me what project you have in mind.

[Fathead59]

Can't you use wheels from 1/24 scale wheels from H&R and either reverse them or put spacers between the two of them for effect ?

[mopargreg]

Hi guys, Thanks everyone for the great comments. It looks like I have come up with the solution. David - Dangermouse pointed me in the right direction to Plaifit wheels. They are a similar style to H&R wheels but they have a large range of different sizes in both diameter & width. One of them being a perfect size.

I’ve just modified the truck kits tires & they are ready to cast in Urethane for slotcar use. These tyres are HUGE compared to what I’m used to. Once I know these tires I’m making will work with the wheels I’ve chosen I’ll share it to the forum.

Thanks again
Greg

[Vintage 1/24]

Please post up when you get the wheel tire combination together.

I am interested in putting together some heavier duty truck(s) myself.