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Hello there I am in the process of restoring an older baby carriage c1940-early 50s. It has white rubber wheels that need to be replaced. Any idea where I would get them. 61/2" diameter inside and a 8 or so on the outside.
Appreaciate any direction ; )
To my knowledge, there is no supplier of the rubber for the old buggies. The only idea I can think of is to go on ebay, on the taskbar, under categories, click on Antiques, scroll down to Home & Health, the first category is Baby Carriages & Buggies, you can find wheels on there sometimes in sets. If you need them bad enough, I would get ANY set you could, then look for the white rubber later. I haven't seen many white rubber wheels on there.
Hope this helps,
Rob
http://www.andersonsrestrations.com
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We can answer questions about wicker repair and restoration, chair seating[caning-rush-splint-danish cord] furniture refinishing and repair, brass and copper polishing, veneering and veneer repair. WE WILL NOT GIVE APPRAISALS or answer "WHATS IT WORTH" questions. If you want a value, contact us for our current costs for this service.
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