carrier wheels question

[Lynn Eades]

On a more serious note, the sealing systems were pretty successful. I've never heard of issues with them. This probably transferred to the bushed wheels as well.
By contrast, it was known that a new engine in the desert was toast in about 2000 miles.
My experience has been that the (ball) bearings have been absolutely worn out, or still in good condition (having either been worked to death or laid around for 70 years)

[stephen crowhurst]

Unfortunately the seals seam a bit too far gone so will have to replace them. The large outer one seems to be felt and the smaller leather so will see what I can find.

[Lynn Eades]

Yes Stephen, they came with either cork or felt. Talk to Ben H. about get cork ones cut. I am using some from him. They are working well.
The later one is a nice set up. You can probably do the felt outer as a cut straight strip and just feed it in and cut to length.........or get felt circles cut, maybe from the same source?

[stephen crowhurst]

Thanks Lynn, will look into that. I do have some thick felt somewhere that I was going to try, I have had it stored away for 35+ years just incase I needed it for something. If it it is not suitable I'll ask Ben. Thanks for your help, Stephen.