Thread: Rubber for Attaching to Wheels
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Unread 12-02-2003, 18:41
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Re: Rubber for Attaching to Wheels
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Originally posted by monsieurcoffee
For the 9" wheels that came with the kit of parts, does anyone know of any great rubber or other synthetic material which can be glued/stapled/screwed/etc onto the wheels in strips? I'm looking for something with grip comparable to that of Skyway wheels.
I'm not sure if you know this but the 9" ones in the kit ARE Skyway Wheels.

Search McMaster Carr for Incline Conveyor belting. There is also Brecoflex (a catalog came with the manual) You might be able to pick up some other kind of rubber floor matt material perhaps at your LHS (Local Hardware Store)

Keep in mind you don't want too much traction or you won't be able to turn.
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