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In lugnet.parts.custom, Tim David wrote:
> This looks a great idea and much simpler than making new metal flanges (as in
> the 9v motor) I don't actually run my stuff very much/far to I think it would be
> hardwearing enough for my purposes although I would imagine the 'round the
> flange' strip would be the weak link.
> Can you blacken the strip? I have some copper blackening stuff but I don't know
> about tin.
Not sure, but you can purchase the copper tape untinned as well.
> The next challenge it to make one wheelset with pick-ups on both wheels (using a
> split axle or some other insulation method)!
I'd thought of this. Scince I already plan to make solid metal wheels, I was
thinking of drilling the center wheel larger on one side, and using an
insulating insert. And adding a wiper behind the wheel. The metal wheel that I'm
having made will be filled on the back, it's easier, and makes it more wiper
friendly.
> Also any ideas on making BBB wheels electrically active? My thoughts are along
> the idea of adding a turned tread/flange (similar to the ones the German AFOLs
> use) to the blind version and running tape along a couple of the spokes to the
> centre. However then I get stuck, possibly a metal technic axle? The problem is
> that you really need to be able to leave space between the frames to allow a
> gear for the drive train.
Short of casting the wheels in metal, the German style flange seems the way to
go. See the ealier thread below. Although you could mix some of my solid wheels
in as leed or following wheels.
<http://news.lugnet.com/parts/custom/?n=9>
Mat
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