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Old 01-03-2012, 09:10 PM
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Default Re: Tournarocker Diversion Build

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Originally Posted by modelman View Post
Steve-I saw the Tournarocker turn over in the video but I wasn't sure what happened. I figured the dog tipped it over. Do you need softer tires or a different design or both?
Dog just barks at it if one of his toys is in the bowl

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Originally Posted by Lil Giants View Post
Did you order four tires? Steel wheels & lead shot for the rear axle may cure your tipping problems. A little taller tire is better than smaller, better ground clearance & longer footprint for better traction.
I'm going to add some weight to the rear soon but not much because it will only take a few oz. to make it right. When there's a load of dirt,there's no problem. Yes I ordered some tires pictured above, but I want to make rims with a very deep dish like the 1:1.

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Are you going to paint it?
Maybe after all the bugs are worked out,but it does add some character to a 59yr old toy.
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