CMK Bücker Bü.181/Zlín Z-181 Main Wheels (Q48404) 1:4

[Mike]

Bücker Bü.181/Zlín Z-181 Main Wheels (Q48404)

1:48 CMK Quick & Easy by Special Hobby

 

 

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.

 

 

As usual with CMK's resin sets, they arrive in the familiar clear vacformed box, with the resin parts safely inside, and the instructions sandwiched between the header card at the rear.  There are two pour blocks with eight resin parts, some of which are optional, and they are of course a drop-in replacement for the kit parts once they have been liberated from the casting stub.  Sensibly, the main wheels are attached by the contact patch, so should be easy to clean up without ruining any of the radial tread.  The six hubs include a rear hub and a choice of standard dished or four-spoke hubs at the front, all of which are attached to the casting blocks at the back.  A little work with a motor tool or razor saw should see those removed in moments, then all you need choose is whether to have spoked wheels or dished.

 

Highly recommended.

 

 

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