Where can I get some skinnier wheels?

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Originally Posted by Arrowsmith

My team and I need to get our hands on some 15" wheels that are less than 1 1/2" thick, but we can't seem to find them. Do you guys know where we could get our hands on a couple?

You could make them.

Just print out a full-size template, paste it onto some 1" thick lexan (or plywood). Then use a bandsaw to carefully "nibble cut" out the shape. You could then throw it on a lathe to make sure they are perfectly round. Attach some timing belt for traction, and *bam* instant custom step-climbing wheel.

Note: this is obviously a MUCH simplified method of manufacture. If you really want to be cool you could do something MUCH more fancy (or use a fancier material).

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