[Closed] how to remove wheels

It's common that models even from the same manufacturer have different methods of how wheels...

... are attached to their models. My experience with Ertl's is that front wheels are usually secured with a screw into the spindle. The rears are often press fit to a metal axle and all that is necessary is to pull them off.

I find it best to remove the chassis from the body as there is less chance of damaging the model. It usually just takes maybe 6-8 screws. Good luck!

One additional note...........

When you separate the body from the chassis be mindful of the steering shaft. On a number of cars it is pressure fit to the underside of the dashboard and you need to press down to release it to get easy separation of the body and chassis.

Also some wheels are actually two disks held together by the tires. Try removing the tires and see if the wheels are two piece. Many times the screw to release the front wheels from the axle will be uncovered when you 'split' the wheel sections.

Nice that you added that Frank. I didn't because I just thought that that would be obvious.

I forget that not everyone 'plays' with their models like some others do. So I'll add that it can be helpful to have the doors open when holding the model from above and using your thumbs to press downward on the inside of the chassis gently to separate it from the body. And be careful of the steering wheel connection. You've always been helpful when giving tips and they are always appreciated no matter how much we think we know! Thanks!

+1 to that!

There is more............

that those of us who have been taking these suckers apart for years do without even thinking.

I should have added - go slow and look for items that might be connected to both the body and chassis, like exhaust systems and hose connections between the engine and the radiator because sometimes the radiator stays with the body.

There are more - opening the doors is an excellent tip - as is just doing a simple test for the rear wheels. If they turn together you are almost 100% assured that they are connected by a solid metal axle and that holding one firm while giving a twist and pull to the other will remove the wheel.

We should do a little 'step by step' and put it on U-Tube.

And always know where your fingers are relative to any antenna, mirrors, wipers, etc. Some models are easy while others are real SOBs.

'Amen' to that tip Robert.