Firestone Wheel wanted

[colinc]

Our rebuild is progressing well but I would like if I can, to replace one of the outer mainwheel halves on the Taylorcraft (BC12-65). The inner half with the brake linings is fine so I think an outer alone would be sufficient if I can't get the whole wheel. Am wondering if anyone may know where I might find one?

The wheel is marked 'Firestone Aircraft Co., Akron, Ohio Model No 6C'

regards

Colin

[flyguy]

Re: Firestone Wheel wanted

Colin,
I have a Shinn 6C (4) outer half that looks identical to the Firestone 6C that I also have. The firestone one I have is not available as it is part of a set with brakes and I want to keep it. The Shinn is attached to an inner half that is brakeless.
I can mate it up with the inner Firestone half to make sure it works ok (and is otherwise the same) when I get a chance.
I wasn't particularly trying to sell it, but lets see if anyone (closer, maybe) really needs to sell theirs and I can act as back up if you don't get any other offers. Is that OK with you?
Darryl

[colinc]

Re: Firestone Wheel wanted

Thanks Darryl,

as you suggest let's see if anything closer comes up but the offer is appreciated. I would be interested to know if they match as that opens up the field too.

regards

Colin

[flyguy]

Re: Firestone Wheel wanted

I'm positive they are a match as I have had the Shinns on other BC12's that I have owned. I'll check soon.
DC

[Ragwing nut]

Re: Firestone Wheel wanted

The wheels are identical.