Wheel/Tire Fit Problems

[sigfan]

Hi, Guys.

The tires that came with my 1:25 Trans Am kit seem too big for the wheels in the kit. The diameter of the tires is just a hair too large, and I can push the wheel right through to the back of the tire -- I almost wonder if the tires aren't from a 1:24 kit. Even with the wheel backs on, the wheels will not stay on the tire and can be pushed beyond the rim of the tire. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for taking up the space by building up the tire or the wheel or something. I guess layers of glue would work, but it'll be sloppy.

I found a set of Rallye IIs in a kit at the Spring Cleaning meeting, but even those wheels seem too small for the tires in the Trans Am kit. Any suggestions, short of buying new wheels and/or tires?

Thanks!

sigfan

[BRE350Z]

You could try wrapping the outside of the wheel with masking tape, using it to build up the outside diameter of the wheel for a tighter fit.

Wayne

[sigfan]

That is a great idea, Wayne. Why it didn't occur to me I don't know. I'll give it a try.

Thanks!

sigfan

[BRE350Z]

Trust me, it always seem simple when someone else suggests it.

Wayne