Traction Tire Substitute

[jprampolla]

Hi Folks,

     I have seen this mentioned before, but can't find the thread.  Last night I had a traction tire failure on a Lionel handcar, and used a small black rubber band, sold in quantity for girl's/women's hair, as a substitute for the traction tire until I can get some actual spares.  It was a package of at least 100 little black rubber bands.  They are a little thicker and narrower than the handcar traction tire, but work fine for now.  The package has all kinds of diameters, some too large for the handcar wheel.  I bought them about 3 years ago for another project, from the Dollar Tree, and glad I had them on hand.  I used a toothpick to slide it on and smooth it out.  Don't know how long it will last, but nice to have in a pinch. 

    Thanks to whomever posted that tip!!!!!

    Take care, Joe.