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First post and an absolute newbie. Always wanted an RC10 as a kid but could not afford one. Got a vintage one from a person who restores them. However, the tires being 20+ years of age started tearing up after several runs. What tires do you use on your runner vintage RC10's? Change wheel/tire combo? I also heard that there's a mod to use modern wheels and tires.

I hope you guys could enlighten me so that I may continue to enjoy this car. Thanks.

UPDATE:
So I am looking to purchase inexpensive tires for the JC Racing Wheels for use mainly for running pavement and in the park. I have also recently acquired a RC10B5 with Proline Electrons. Those tires I have almost run down into slicks after a few days from running them at the formerly mentioned surfaces lol. I'd appreciate some recommendation for inexpensive and fairly long lasting 2.2 2WD tires. Thanks.

I found this thread which seem to offer hope. Some of the pictures and links are not working anymore though. Maybe someone could shed some light and/or updates.

https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=22274&start=30

Then I found this thread which allows the use of modern 2.2 wheels with the stock 1/4 RC10 axles.

https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?t=37276

Hi! I have some of the JC Racing Products wheels for vintage rc10's. They are really nice for the 1/4" rear axles. The modern 2.2 tires that I have tried fit great.

http://www.jcracingproducts.co.uk/index.php?route=product/category&path=18

your options to run "small" tires on the stock classic rims are limited by now. AE and JC have stopped their line for the 1.6/1.9 re-re's.

Upgrading to 2.2 wheels is your best bet. if you want to use the AE re-re worlds part, you need to invest into some front are rear plastic/metal parts too. Most info is here. I would quote it by heart if I could, but I can't! https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=8848&start=180

JC racing wheels are a good solution too - I recall there is a funny with the front wheel but for the life of me I can't remember what it is now

These will fit on the wheels you have.

https://www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-spike-2.1-1-10-2wd-front-buggy-tires-2-standard-tra1771/p385808?v=17444

https://www.amainhobbies.com/schumacher-full-spike-1-10-buggy-rear-tires-2-soft-scht650/p362307?v=170793

You have the 3 piece rear wheels on that too, right?

If you want to run rib tires on the front you can find ones usually on eBay too. They will be on wheels or new/lightly used old stock.

NomadRacer wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 7:57 am Hi! I have some of the JC Racing Products wheels for vintage rc10's. They are really nice for the 1/4" rear axles. The modern 2.2 tires that I have tried fit great.

http://www.jcracingproducts.co.uk/index.php?route=product/category&path=18

I ordered a set last night. Where did you order the bearings for them? Also, I'd like to get metal lock nuts like the one in the picture.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W9a6JUUlbLA/VJbOAE8QZTI/AAAAAAAAGCM/sFAl23RCQQU/s800/IMG_9527%2520%2528Custom%2529.JPG

Lonestar wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 8:06 am your options to run "small" tires on the stock classic rims are limited by now. AE and JC have stopped their line for the 1.6/1.9 re-re's.

Upgrading to 2.2 wheels is your best bet. if you want to use the AE re-re worlds part, you need to invest into some front are rear plastic/metal parts too. Most info is here. I would quote it by heart if I could, but I can't! https://www.rc10talk.com/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=8848&start=180

JC racing wheels are a good solution too - I recall there is a funny with the front wheel but for the life of me I can't remember what it is now

Upgrading the axles is a possibility for me down the future. For now, I wanna see how the JC Racing option works out. Thanks.

scr8p wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 8:11 am These will fit on the wheels you have.

https://www.amainhobbies.com/traxxas-spike-2.1-1-10-2wd-front-buggy-tires-2-standard-tra1771/p385808?v=17444

https://www.amainhobbies.com/schumacher-full-spike-1-10-buggy-rear-tires-2-soft-scht650/p362307?v=170793

You have the 3 piece rear wheels on that too, right?

For now, I ordered the front tires you linked. The rear ones you linked, I will order in the future as needed. Thanks for sharing what would work for my current wheels. Attached is a picture showing my rear wheel, I believe they are 3-piece.

jwscab wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 8:18 am If you want to run rib tires on the front you can find ones usually on eBay too. They will be on wheels or new/lightly used old stock.

Thanks for the advice. I will keep ebay in mind.

Update:

Wow, that was quick. Did you get those from the local hobby shop? Either way, looking good.

XLR8 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 27, 2018 4:39 pm Wow, that was quick. Did you get those from the local hobby shop? Either way, looking good.

I actually ordered them April 25, 2018 Wednesday, a day before I made this thread. A Facebook friend advised me that it'll fit my fronts. I guess I was looking for more options, hence this thread.

Those Schumacher 4-row rear tires scr8p recommended should work well for you. I've found them to be a good all-around dirt and short grass tire (perfect for the backyard). Schumacher also made a "Mini Spike 15x12" (#2002378) that I've found works great on my dirt track when it has become dusty dry-slick. Unfortunately these have been discontinued but you can find them occasionally posted for sale on ebay.
I should also mention that since you're planning to run your car, you probably should replace the plastic knock-off wheel nuts with proper metal nylock nuts. The knock-offs are meant for display; they won't secure the wheel under power.