Dale Sdkfz 7 build

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Dale jordan
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I'm after some tip's on the best way to get the front tires onto the rims ? Dale
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Hi Dale
Not opened my kit yet but on the 2014 build the recommended way was to boil the front tyres to soften them and the push the hub in place , I seem to remember using a block of wood and a rubber mallet.

But it maybe different for the current model 🤔

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Mine fitted on real easy, just eased them on.
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I'm thinking about making my side panels out off aluminium has any one else done this ? .Dale
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