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Mounting Wheels

Author: L.F. Randolph


Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/04
Page Numbers: 58

\F Flatten top sides ordinary tin technique forSolder washer axle hot iron can Select drill exactly matches theKeep solder side away size wire axle drill series ofwheel make sure no solder wicks holes about quarter-inch apart metalbetween washer axle Use paper punch centered over drilled holes cut out two washers wheel mounted paper punches paper collector side can opened can see accurately center holes punch custom-making metal washers attach models wheel its wire axle probably wont want job other way EL F Randolph MODELERS like things right know probably secure method attaching wheel wire axle soldering metal washers both sides wheel hitch solderable metal washers proper size hole center can difficult find following photo essay shows avoid problem custom-making own metal washers technique can used wire axles size p washers axle slide shoulder bend washer should good stable fit axle solder has set trim portion axle extends beyond solder provides smooth hub wheel odel Aviation Once youve tried authors iip wheei ano secuna wasner axle positioning washer slight amount play between wheel Solder unit place soldering first heat work iron use hot metal melt solder

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