Re: Moving 1922 without tires

Posted by Ozstatman On 2022/12/30 23:09:44

I've never done this but offer these thoughts.

1) The tyres look like they've reached the end of their useful life some time ago so I wouldn't be concerned about further damaging them whatever you do.

2) Can it be determined if the drive train is "locked up"? Does the clutch work? Is the engine seized?

3) Are the brakes "locked on" after sitting for many years? I think these only have rear brakes but I could easily be wrong.

4) I see it has wooden wheels. Are these in "good" condition? Not rotten or suffering from little critters using them for their lunch.

5) Condition of the steel rims, good or otherwise? Are they still securely mounted to the wooden wheels?

6) Depending on the answers you get, if it can be determined it'll roll relatively freely I'd give pulling it out of the shed a go.

7) If possible lay down some lengths of timber for the wheels to roll on. Should help minimise possible rim damage.

As I said, I've never done this, so it might be best if you treat my thoughts with a grain of salt. I hope someone comes along who has hands on experience with this type of situation.