How can I shrink tires?

integra818 · #1 12-01-2002, 01:18 AM

How can I shrink tires? My favorite rim in my extra parts box is just a little bit smaller than the nicest lookin tires I have. I want the tires to shrink and wrap around the tire tight, anyone have suggestions?

Jonno · #2 12-01-2002, 01:30 AM

You could cut a bit of the tire out then glue it back together, maybe?

bvia · #3 12-01-2002, 02:16 AM

Instead of trying to shrink the tires, try to make the rims larger. To do this, try wrapping a piece of black electrical tape, one revolution, around the rim and them slip the tire on. If the fit is acceptable, trim any tape that is visible.

I first learned this trick from the 1:43rd Ninja Modeler, Akira.
hth,
Bill
:bandit:

integra818 · #4 12-02-2002, 01:29 AM

Thanks guys, Ima try that soon!

fullbloodchop01 · #5 12-02-2002, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bvia
Instead of trying to shrink the tires, try to make the rims larger. To do this, try wrapping a piece of black electrical tape, one revolution, around the rim and them slip the tire on. If the fit is acceptable, trim any tape that is visible.

I first learned this trick from the 1:43rd Ninja Modeler, Akira.
hth,
Bill
:bandit:

:smoker2: hmmmm. i never thought of that:smoka: , i have a few spare tires and rims but thought i would have to throw them away because the rim didnt fit the tire, looks like i have to try that out:smoker2:

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