Mike Posted May 1, 2021 Share Posted May 1, 2021 Tornado GR.4 Wheels (632171 for Italeri) 1:32 Eduard Brassin Kit wheels are generally in two halves, which means you have the resultant joins to deal with, possible mould-slip issues on single part wheels, and sometimes less than stellar detail due to the moulding limitations of styrene injection technology, especially in the tread department. That's where replacement resin wheels come in, with their lack of seamline and superior detail making a compelling argument. They are also usually available at a reasonable price, and can be an easy introduction to aftermarket and resin handling, as they are usually a drop-in replacement. This set arrives in Eduard’s standard flat packaging with a card insert and instructions behind the four resin wheels within. The wheels are attached to their blocks by the contact patch, with narrow out-riggers to each side that improve casting reliability and mould release. The detail is phenomenal, with hub, brake disc in the centres and maker’s name and tyre statistics in raised lettering on the tyre’s sidewalls. Deep circumferential tread is engraved into the contact patch, with the casting block out-riggers attaching in the space between the grooves to ease clean-up further. In addition, you get a sheet of yellow kabuki tape (not pictured – it doesn’t photograph well) with six pre-cut donut masks ready to assist you in cutting the demarcation between tyre and hub with as little effort as possible. Conclusion It’s a drop-in replacement for the kit parts, and the detail is excellent, adding some welcome realism to your model, while simplifying construction and making painting easier. Highly recommended. Review sample courtesy of Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted May 1, 2021 Share Posted May 1, 2021 Nice tyres but not sure where they found all the sidewall details from, most ive seen have none? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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