whitetrash Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Many years ago (early to mid 90's) in another magazine's "truck stop" column there was a resin round-up of the available 2 hole Budd wheels. I recall that the best wheel at the time came from a "Ben's model parts." I can not find anything as to what happened to this caster over the years, just wondered if anyone knew of the fate of these wheels? did the molds go to someone else or are they lost forever? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) Hi, I'm the Ben your refering too. I no longer cast the parts myself but Jamie Rahmoeller casts all the parts I have mastered over the years. The two holes he offers now are much, much better than those in that magazine. There has been many more styles made since then as well such as five holes, ten holes, all wheels in two sizes. I handle all the ordering and shipping for Jamie so if your interested in anything, please email me and I'll send you a list of available parts. Edited April 12, 2013 by Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckyr Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 SAE did a review of after market wheels. I have that issue somewhere deep in my archives. Actually Ben is a frequent poster on this board when he is not have dreams about the up coming Moebius Reefer trailer model. Ben's wheels were 1/25th scale, at least the ones I have and are about 10 years old. I have them all set for the reefer trailer. He will read this thread and chime in soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetrash Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 Well that was easier than I ever expected it would be! The wheels featured in the magazine looked by far head and shoulders above the rest, I can't even imagine how they could be done any better but I will take your word on that. Any contact info you could provide would be great, thanks Ben. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) Here's a link to my Fotki site where you can see a small portion of the wheels I've mastered. Look for the "Model Truck Wheels" album.http://www.public.fotki.com/lotso Also, the wheels can now be bought to use on 1/24 or 1/25 trucks. Edited April 12, 2013 by Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodiak Island Modeler Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 AITM has some good ones. I usually make my own from 10 hole wheels. It's a lot of work, but I'm frugal, or as my wife would say, a cheapskate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scale trucker Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 wow ben those are nice ..and your collection.wtf can you copy a few in resin lol.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73gmc454 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Yep Ben's wheels are the best I cast them and you will soon be able to get them from Eric @ P&P , I make wheels to fit most Amt, Italeri and the tires that I make ,you can reach me @ jlrahmo@aol.com , Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scale trucker Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 jamie do you still make the aluminum air cleaners??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobus Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 i have some 2 hole bud wheels from aitm also nice but ben what a collection of wheels and boxes in the rooms man o man if i get the change for the transit mixer from amt i wil drive true the wall great ben just great jacobus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73gmc454 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Yep I still make the air cleaners also, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demoinc392 Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Not to steal this thread but had an idea for moebius models. What of they were to make just a set of the 2 hole budds one set for trailers and one set for trucks. No tires just the wheels. It would be easier for us to get ahold of them .I know I have scads of projects just screaming for those wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73gmc454 Posted January 27, 2012 Share Posted January 27, 2012 the way the made the 10 holes in the lonestar , the 2 holes wouldnt be accurate , Bens wheels are right on ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted February 3, 2012 Share Posted February 3, 2012 Ben the wheels look great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 Thanks for the nice words guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaro68 Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 how can i get the 2 hole budds and how much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yahshu Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 I'm in need of some 2 hole budds as well for the ITALERI 1/24 trailer,where can i get them please, building BJ & the Bear rig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whale392 Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 5-hole Budds too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73gmc454 Posted February 5, 2012 Share Posted February 5, 2012 Yep I have 2 and 5 holes in 3 different sizes to fit Amt , Italeri or my tires , just send me a message I'll get you what you need, Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRWho95 Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Yep Ben's wheels are the best I cast them and you will soon be able to get them from Eric @ P&P , I make wheels to fit most Amt, Italeri and the tires that I make ,you can reach me @ jlrahmo@aol.com , Jamie hi sorry to jack the thread post but i was wondering do you have any ten hole wheels for italeri tires available ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 AITM has some good ones. I usually make my own from 10 hole wheels. It's a lot of work, but I'm frugal, or as my wife would say, a cheapskate. Well you do live at the the end!!! of the World!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Just in case anyone was curious, the mag that contained the 2-hole Budd comparison is SAE #99 (October '95). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hessel Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 I have been working on 3D printed stuff and also came up with wheels and tires. They look really nice and detailed. Th first photo are wheels with the ones from Revell as an example. They were used in the race trailers and are 34mm in diameter. The next photo's are wheels I have drawn for a mate who wanted super single wheels for his dump truck. The first photo's are from the front wheels, the tandem are for the rear. With the right info I am able to make any wheel you would like. Prices are quite all right. Difference is the weight. These wheels weigh almost nothing. Hessel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 I have a high float front five hole as well. It comes with a rubber high float tire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandydan Posted September 9, 2013 Share Posted September 9, 2013 Ben, do you make a 4 hole budd style wheel, like what would've been found on late 70's one ton Fords and Dodges? I looked through your albums but didn't see anything. I'd really like to find a set for a 79 F350 wrecker I'm replicating for my Dad. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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