the use of RTV SILICONE to replace traction tires on locomotives

Started by kewatin, November 26, 2017, 04:53:47 PM

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kewatin

 as there are no stock of traction tires on bachmanns parts page or kato for that matter ,relating to re tiring my 2-8-0- connies &other locos ,and not wanting to buy bull frog snot,as i would never in my present lifetime 77 yrs  and counting.would like to know have any of you tried using rtv silicone sealant. here is a web site 32 pages long depickting the various types with facts &figures that go along with each, much like officer obbies comments on alices resturaunt song. i am sure i seen a post some where on one of the forums where it was used to great satisfaction. i thought i would pll fellow modelers before trying ,but try i will. regards &many thanks for those offering help&suggestions.
regards&later KEWATIN