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4” tailwheel .5” shaft

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Well the lovely runway at 9N3 finally killed my TW. I thought something seemed goofy with it after landing yesterday but it was so darn hot I really didn’t pay much attention, I just wanted out! this morning, after taxing back I knew something had happened to it. So I need a new wheel / tire assy. Problem is it’s a double fork api tw and the bolt/shaft is .5” and I see they sell a 3/8 and 5/8” one. Anyone know a source for a .5” one without changing the bearings? I have a 5/8 one in stock and can whip up a bushing tomorrow but it would be nice to find the right one...... then keep a spare!
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