So, I'm very much wanting to do wheels for these things, some silver 1-pc. & some bolt-together w/Gold centers, ala Tecnacraft style. However, I need some input on these: Mainly, I know some of the old cars used oddball 2.0 & 2.1 wheel sizes, and wonder what you chaps want? Old odd sizes or modern sizes to accept modern rubber? Wheels can get away from me quick, with styles/sizes/offsets etc., & since I can't realistically make everything, I need to know what you'd like me to focus on. So, your opinions will dictate what gets made! Please post up & let me know your thoughts Gents, I'm here to serve you. Chris REC

Hey Chris, there was a guy in Taiwan that made awesome alloy wheels named Emersonthat were beautiful (I have a set) but the really nice split spoke ones aren't made anymore.

Here's the site: http://www.rc-lohas.com/

I'm not saying to copy them, just giving you some ideas! These are a nice two piece wheel that works well. I would prefer 2.2 just because it's easiest to find rubber.

Oh and I'd love to get get some of the Traxxas styled wheels, or Tamiya styled ones (like the solid alloys you can get on the buggy champ / sand scorcher)

+1 on "lohas-esque". I'd have to say that I would be interested in old and new size wheels and would buy both, but if I had to choose, I would say modern 2.2

jb

A set in 2.2 size would be great. The lohas wheels a nice but there were some design issues i see that cheapened them. I know Chris can do a much better job on these

I wonder what the market would look like for original 1.7-1.9 wheels?

I would personally only be interested in the 1.7/1.9 or 2.1/2.0 there are TONS of NOS tires around, and I personally think that other than runner cars, the 2.2's just look out of place

My vote would be for 2.2's.

I vote for 2.0's and 2.2's. I agree on the Lohas wheels, I like to look at them but getting a proper, quality fitment without excess play was frustrating and took more money via another machinest to fix.

On the 2.0's, offering Tecnacraft style ones would be my preference. On the 2.2's a more modern style would set them apart from the old-school ones.

I have to agree with Reggie for racing there is no benefit to running aluminum wheels and the 2.2 doesn't look to scale on most of the vintage buggies I would forget the 2.2 and go with the sizes Reggie suggested.

Make them available with 12mm hex adapters and you will more than double your market! I know I wouldn't be the ONLY guy with Kyoshos that would love to see some alloy wheel options in either 2" or 2.2" size!

I also agree with Reggie. Keep them in the older sizes. While yes you can run modern tires your market would be very limited. Basically guys on this site making OIN or some other non period project. I still race weekly and can tell you the rotational mass of aluminum is a big turn off to modern racers. Just the ol .02

I say try to get creative and design something that actually solves some of the above needs. What about a wheel "system" more than a wheel.

I visualize a 3 piece as opposed to a two piece style. Have

1) some different outers (a 2.0, a 2.1, 2.2, maybe wider versions of these that fit truck tires)
2) a spoke and/or mag-like center frame,
3) and then bolt in center pieces (that would allow choices of hex, 1/4" tapered, 3/16" axle, metric or std front wheel bearings, etc etc.).

If the design was right, one could bolt the three pieces in different configurations (ordered front to back of each other) to change the offset. It would be making it look attractive that would be a nice challenge, but it would definitely allow for building of a wheel guys could get real creative with, and or fit all those different needs that are out there.

Lotta work though, but bigger market potential I think.

I like this idea for my car cause then i could have my "Stock Car" looking wheels with a deeper offset than what hpi offers and have it made to fit my stock hubs and wouldnt have to convert to Hex. And if you wanted to get creative you could ad a lip to adapt a piece of lexan to have a wheel cover like on a losi slider. An as far as wheel size keep it original its like it was said these old cars dont look right with big 2.2 wheels. I wouldn't mind a set made with out the rib so I can run foam tires, but then on the same note Ill need whole shots if I go to wild bills so.

This is outrages; I demand rims that also fit 12mm hex! I need something to match my nock-offs
I think 1.6 and 2.0” is the way to go.

I'm all for the old sizes 1.7/1.9 or 2.1/2.0 and think Tecnacraft style in 2.1/2.0 look best. I just saw this and hope I didn't miss out.

Sorry Evilash, you MISSED OUT! Not really! I'm just finalizing the things, and of course as options expand the thought process inevitably comes back to "Trying to please everyone is a Fool's endeavour." I'm leaning towards a multi-piece wheel w/differnt centers- Hex, tapered, pin, etc.- Only thing is, these are gonna be up there. Of course, my market is people who want the best, not the most affordable, though I do my best of course! Chris REC