{"product_id":"tradeship-we204-chassis-for-small-vintage16d-with-1965-vintage-package","title":"Chassis Tradeship WE204 Vintage 16D Slot Car 3.75 4 Wheelbase NOS 1965","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTradeship WE204 Chassis for Small Vintage 16D Motors – 1965 NOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal vintage \u003cstrong\u003eTradeship #WE204 slot car chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for small 16D-style motors. This simple, sturdy, lightweight chassis dates from the golden era of slot racing and is well suited to vintage restorations, period builds, or custom projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe WE204 features a clever motor-retention system that traps the motor securely between the chassis side rails while providing substantial adjustment for proper gear mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tradeship\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e WE204\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small vintage 16D-style motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheelbase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.75\" or 4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight stamped metal chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage new old stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMotor Mounting \u0026amp; Gear Adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis strong chassis design holds the motor between the side rails and uses a separate retaining piece to secure the can end. This provides more support than relying only on the motor's endbell mounting screws and also allows generous adjustment of gear lash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be configured for either can-drive or endbell-drive motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGear can be positioned on either side to suit motor rotation and drivetrain layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReversible dogbone-shaped motor retainer accommodates different can bearing styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMotor position can be adjusted to obtain proper gear mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGuide Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chassis is supplied with a hole for a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/8\" guide shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can easily be drilled for a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/16\" guide shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e if required. We can perform this modification before shipping upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Packaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost examples remain sealed in their original \u003cstrong\u003e1965 vintage packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e. On some, the original plastic bag has become brittle and broken with age, but the vintage packaging is still included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf an \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal sealed package is important for display or collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e, please contact us before ordering so we can confirm availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage 1960s slot car restorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall 16D motor builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeriod-correct custom race cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage racing projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking original NOS chassis and packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA simple, versatile, and surprisingly sophisticated vintage chassis design with excellent motor support and drivetrain adjustability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCombined Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe have many related vintage slot car parts available. Purchase multiple items and we will combine them into one shipment whenever practical to reduce your total shipping cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast \u0026amp; Fair Shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe normally ship by the next business day. Shipping is charged as close to our actual cost as possible. If our checkout system significantly overestimates the shipping charge, we refund the excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Tradeship","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46955979702469,"sku":"EB-325426018410","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4937\/9525\/files\/57_f0d48b4c-13fb-47e4-9d9a-fe4454fc8278.png?v=1789697499","url":"https:\/\/omnislotbox.com\/products\/tradeship-we204-chassis-for-small-vintage16d-with-1965-vintage-package","provider":"OmniSlotBox at the Slotcar Clubhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}