Frankly, I don't know why everyone is getting so defensive. If any one of you had a glider get sick or die due to a safety issue that a vendor KNEW of and failed to notify you of, you would be irrate. But since this vendor is also a non-profit, everyone is so quick to change their standards.

Okay this is the first time I have posted to this thread, here are some things to keep in mind .

1. I kept the idea of safety as being a top priority, and that I didn't want just another wheel that just went round and round.
2.I for one do not want and have not compared this wheel to the stealth, the wodent, silent spinners or the rowdy wheels. I still believe as I have said many times before that the Stealth is the Rolls Royce of wheels, I will not cut down another wheel to promote this wheel, and I will continue to make any needed changes to ensure it's safety and functionality.
3.These wheels are not the stealth, they will be unique in their own way, just as a Dodge truck is not for everyone, neither is each of the wheels that are available. each person must decide for themselves exactly what it is they are looking for, for each of their gliders.
4.Just as other wheel manufactures, and toy makers and other vendors, the custom choice cruiser will go through a learning curve, a trial and error period till they are perfect. The will not be for everyone,

I want this wheel to be different. so with that being said.. I also had functionality in mind.

I had a couple of gliders that would not run in any of the three wheels I had in my cage, so by making some adjustments, I found they really loved to play in one of the new wheels. it moves. it is wide enough I had 3 gliders running in it at the same time, I also had a glider running on the top while 2 was running inside.. as for stability.. no, the wheel should not fall over, however as with any wheel It may need secured with cable ties. The Stand pole could be secured with stainless steel screws to avoid them from working loose after desired height is decided upon.

I spoke with Jason Karadeema and Priscella Price at the SGGA, they both tighten their wheels to add more tension to make the gliders exercise a bit. That got me thinking more of the reason for the wheels. they are to excercise in, so why not, give them an excercise wheel, I also spoke with others that had gliders that thought the wheel was moving faster than the gliders, joeys as well as older and over weight gliders.

Then came the thoughts of them having fun and playing not only in their wheel but around it safely, so it has the bearing assembly in the back that is covered and an area where they can run, jump and play all at the same time.

Are they taller? wider? yes by all means, do they spin true and slick no.. but for the most part should be quiet, but then again most toys hanging in the cage are not stationary or move in a specified pattern either, they kinda like the slight movement when they jump on and off of things. I was watching mine jump in and out of the wheel and it was a joy to see them playing , really playing with their wheel.

The purpose for the higher stands was several,

1. some I even sent multiple lengths to try different heights for their gliders to see which one they like the bestas high as 10 inches from the base.
2. the higher it is the more the wheel flexes on the stand causing more movements
3. to make the gliders work to get into their wheels, watching them find different ways to do this has been great to watch.
4. For the gliders that love to ride on the outside so they don't get injured.

Michele Peace is getting a special wheel made for not only her buddy, but also her play cage. it is big, so will the wheel be that she will be receiving, it is 4ft tall and the wheel has a 10 inch track. I am trying to accommodate the wheels for the cages they are going into.

I have spoken at great lengths to those that have ordered these wheels, some more than others. Most are very excited to see what it is I am trying to accomplish.
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now as for the screws..
1. I did not paint them, they are the ones that came with the plate.
the heads, I believe are only 1/8 of an inch wide. I did cut them down and tried to only super glue the bottom of the shaft.. to only hold them in place. sadly, I found something I could use only after these all shipped out. but it was too late to do anything directly with the shipped wheels.

However; now that one did fall out that is an issue I must deal directly with , with each person that is receiving the wheels. I have no problem addressing the problems directly, and as efficiently as possible. I have contacted a few people earlier before I read this, and now I am going to go back and contact all again, for ideas to replace the screws altogether.

Thank you Helen for bringing this to my attention, so I can get is addressed quickly

I am trying to contact Helen to discuss the one with the possible bad bearing as well as the screw issue. [/bold]

Well, the question was asked. Gina, you were going through a trying ordeal at the time. It's possible that you didn't realize what you were getting from B, and just overlooked it.

I spoke with Peggy regarding the paint, lacquers,shellac polyurethane, whereas she explained to me that I should NEVER use them in the cages. another discussion, another time.

But yes, we DID discuss the glue issue....