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ASok
Really should get out more Joined: 26 Sep 07 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 739 |
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Topic: Jumbo Cat Wheels Posted: 27 Apr 09 at 1:31pm |
Does anyone know where I can buy the big wheels for cat launching trolleys? I currently have skinny tyres on mine and want to get a set of wheels for use when launching of gravel or sand beaches. Buyinga new trolley seems like an expensive option that I'd like to avoid. Thanks |
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English Dave
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 27 Apr 09 at 5:04pm |
First, I don't know the answer to your question. The
Hobie Centre might, tho. Second, I'm not sure whether the fat trax wheels will fit on a skinny wheel axle. Which leads me a to suggestion. Why not put an extra skinny wheel on each side. Not the definitive answer but fairly cheap and easy to implement. |
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AdrianM
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 27 Apr 09 at 5:07pm |
ASok
Really should get out more Joined: 26 Sep 07 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 739 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 27 Apr 09 at 7:37pm |
Hmm seems expensive. I had heard the price of these was creeping up because of the Euro. However, I have seen a few with small wheels doubled up. This could be a cheaper method. Cheers.
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Captain Morgan
Far too distracted from work Joined: 03 Sep 08 Location: United Kingdom Online Status: Offline Posts: 211 |
Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 30 Apr 09 at 12:42pm |
From what I've seen, CatTrax wheels (and other chubby tyre types) are the business, but I've never seen a "cheap" set. They are a well worthwhile investment, though. Try eBay (save a search so that you get an email if any come up for sale) - I have seen the occasional set on there. Unfortunately, I've never seen them go for a bargain price. |
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