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Wheels

Don Tewell

Had to replace some castor wheels on a cart at church. Couldn't buy just the wheels. I have a lathe. So turned some out of cherry and works great.

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George Balock

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George Balock

Wow. I guess that falls into the category of " give a man a lathe and everything looks round".

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#3

Did you put in a bronze bushing?

Dick Coers

You might get a squeak if it's dry wood against steel.

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#4

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Barry L Elder

Casters, not castors. :D

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Pete in Holland MI

If they squeek, add a couple drops of oil during assembly. Wood is a good slow speed bearing, provided it is lubricated.