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Tires For Hubley Model A Ford 1:20 scale cars

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I needed some tires for my stable of Model A Ford model cars because the original rubber tires have dried out and were splitting due to age 30-40 years old. These tires are as hard to find as hen’s teeth at reasonable prices. I wasn’t about to pay $5/tire + shipping, so I 3D printed replacements to fill my requirement and a lot of spares! My wife has an Etsy store so she put the spares on her store for $9.95 dollars for 5 tires + shipping. If you are also in need of these tires check out this link…
Cost to ship:$4.50
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Historicalrhetorical?listing_id=1843124134&from_page=listing&search_query=tires

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#2

Are they pliable or ridged ?

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Rick,
They are pliable. Made from TPU filament.
Note: TPU, or thermoplastic polyurethane, is a type of thermoplastic elastomer that combines characteristics of both rubber and plastic. It’s known for its flexibility, durability, and abrasion resistance, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

#4

Thanks Joe, I’ll order a set or two.

#5

Thank you for the info…
Just ordered 2 sets

#6

I’ll get some of these too. Any plans to print wheels also? I bought a couple Hubley cars off ebay just to get more wheels. I bought some of these cars as a kid, they got played with!

#7

Ordered 2 sets. Thanks Joe.

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Fellas,

Wayne asked if I would print wheels. Well I done it. See the Etsy ad on the wife’s store and convo her if you want the tires mounted on wheels as a ready to go set. The wheels are PLA gray to use as is or you can paint 'em any color use wish.

GianasVinyard

https://www.etsy.com/listing/4304996655/5-replacement-3d-printed-wheels-for?click_key=2b824a78e0fb3eca0581874097b74ade7d3e11cb%3A4304996655&click_sum=fbd791ce&ref=shop_home_active_1

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We can customize your order by mounting new tires on this order of wheels. $20.00 for 5 new tires mounted on 5 new wheels. Convo me for your personal post.

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#9

Thank you Joe! My better half will be ordering them for me too.

#10

That’s great Joe, I’m glad that you stepped up to fill this much needed slot.
I already ordered a couple sets of tires, looks like I will be ordering some wheels and tires :smiley:

#11

The tires arrived today, thank you! Can’t wait to receive the wheels.

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#12

Is it possable to print them with sidewall and tread detail

#13

I will look into that aspect.

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Would you just look at these wheels and tires! Thank you very much Joe and Joan!

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Wayne,
Joan and I are happy you like your new tires and wheels. These tires will last forever (I believe) because TPU plastic does not dry out like rubber. How many Hubley 1:20 scale cars do you have? I have 12.
I also have 2 1:18 scale Duesenbergs. A Touring car and a Town car. They have much bigger tires and wheels.

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#16

They look fabulous, Joe. Good on you for investigating the newer materials, and putting in the design time.

#17

Presently I have 4 Hubley Ford model A’s. The Phaeton, which I had from my childhood needs wheels and tires. New to me is a pickup, missing wheels and tires. I also scored a kit of a model T Depot Hack. Many plastic parts in that kit, worried those parts are dried out and fragile. Maybe I’ll just keep in the box.