Top Flite Wire Wheel Repair (tire off rim)
09-05-2012, 04:29 AM
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Top Flite Wire Wheel Repair (tire off rim)
I actually first posted this in the wrong forum... one forum belowthis one on the forums listing... I di get a response that was helpful, but I thought i would put the orignal post here, as this forum is the correct one, and I do not know how to move, or even if I can (most likely the moderator's call)
I appreciate your help.
Don
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Hi all !
Does anyone have any idea on how to re-attach the rubber tire back onto thewirerim for a Top Flite Wire Wheel ?
I ran out of fuel and made a quick landing without any damage except the brunt of the force was taken on the two front tires/landing gear (taildragger) On one side of the landing gear, the rubber tire came off the rim.
The rim runs true and I do not want to force anything and bend/damage the wire rim. I bet someone out there has a tip/trick to get this done !
Here are two links to view the Top Flite Wire Wheel:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXCLX7&P=ML
www.top-flite.com/accys/topq6000.html
Thanks so much in advance.
Don
I appreciate your help.
Don
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Original Post:
Hi all !
Does anyone have any idea on how to re-attach the rubber tire back onto thewirerim for a Top Flite Wire Wheel ?
I ran out of fuel and made a quick landing without any damage except the brunt of the force was taken on the two front tires/landing gear (taildragger) On one side of the landing gear, the rubber tire came off the rim.
The rim runs true and I do not want to force anything and bend/damage the wire rim. I bet someone out there has a tip/trick to get this done !
Here are two links to view the Top Flite Wire Wheel:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin...&I=LXCLX7&P=ML
www.top-flite.com/accys/topq6000.html
Thanks so much in advance.
Don
09-05-2012, 03:49 PM
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RE: Top Flite Wire Wheel Repair (tire off rim)
Is the tire solid rubber? If so Iwould boil some water and when it comes to a boil turn off the heat. wait a few minutes and drop the tire in it and let it stand for about 10 minutes. Then mount the tire. This is how you mount a new tire/band on a bandsaw wheel. Just a thought. 
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RE: Top Flite Wire Wheel Repair (tire off rim)
I use zip ties, at 6,9 and 3 o clock, then stretch it over
at the 12 o clock position with a flat head screw driver.
It's easier if the rim is off the axel, hope that helps.
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09-08-2012, 10:35 AM
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RE: Top Flite Wire Wheel Repair (tire off rim)
mkoe and dignlivn,
I think you so very much for your help and tips on how to get that darn small (solid) back onto the original rim. I found both helpful and actually employed both!
I did heat the tire in some how water, but only for about 30-45 secs. so as not to be too mushy. Then, used the tire wraps at the instructed points, and using gloves, and another set of two hands (read wife ) to put tie-wraps on, at 6, 3, 9 , and I then moved to my left, then moved to my right (hey, I think I heard a song like that)... and popped it over the top (12 o'clock)....
) to put tie-wraps on, at 6, 3, 9 , and I then moved to my left, then moved to my right (hey, I think I heard a song like that)... and popped it over the top (12 o'clock).... Went perfectly! I HAD to use gloves, not for the hot tire, but the rim is tough on the thumbs and fingers! (No, I not a wimp, lol).
Thing is.... dignlivn..... you are the person I got the idea for these wire-wheels for my GP Big Stik 40 ! I never go to the field w/o someone commenting how great they look! Lots to owe you and you guys really helped me out!
Again, thank you both...
Don 
