Make your own PU wheels for your model car, tracks for a small tank or other rubber parts.

By Emiel NoorlanderUpdated 1 min read

PU Wieltjes

Want to make your own PU wheels for your model car, tracks for a small tank or other rubber parts? With a few simple steps you can easily do it!

This is what you need:

  1. Addition silicone : This material is essential for making the mold for your wheels. You can find it at this link.
  2. Plasticine : Use this to create a base shape before applying the silicone. You can find plasticine here.
  3. PU Rubber : This is the material your final wheels will be made of. You can get PU rubber here.
  4. PU Rubber Dye : If you want to dye your wheels a specific color, you can find PU rubber dye here.

To make your own PU wheels, follow these steps:

  1. Shape : Use plasticine to create the desired shape of your wheels.
  2. Making a mold : Apply the addition silicone over the plasticine mold to make a mold.
  3. Casting : Pour the PU rubber into the mold and let it harden.
  4. Demolding : Carefully remove the wheels from the mold.

And there you have it! You have created your own custom wheels for your model building project. Have fun building!