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ERTL International steer axle width


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Ever wonder why the steer tires on your ERTL International kits stick out so far from under the fenders? Look at the photos and you will see why that happens. I did a comparison to show just how wide the Ertl steer axle happens to be compared to other axles.

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The ERTL axle is noticeably longer than the 2 amt axles shown.

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Eventually, the modified axle will be used in  a project.

 

 

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I wasn't really aware of the Paystar 5000 width during my Brockway build until after I had the front tires mounted and went to set the cab.  I took the quick way out and added rubber fender flare extensions.  If I had caught it earlier, I could have altered the inside of the wheels to bring them in a little tighter.  I don't recall a problem with the Ertl Int 25XX kit but I'll have to take a look at it.

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