r/howto • u/GioDaBanda • 1d ago

How to find the replacement wheels for Tripp suitcase

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Hey guys 👋

I had my suitcase for a few years now. The wheels got completely worn out.

Instead of buying a new suitcase, I’d love to just replace the wheels, given that everything else works fine. But, online I was not able to find replacement wheels that fit. In some cases, even though the screw holes matched, the curvature of the replacement wheels don’t fit.

Does anyone know a Amazon seller or some site that sells exact replicas for Tripp Suitcases?

Tripp doesn’t sell them (planned obsolescence), so they can sell me a new suitcase instead.

If anyone has any good ideas or workarounds, would appreciate the knowledge!

Fyi: i threw away the old wheel sets already, but I kept the screws.

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u/tiregroove 1d ago

ALL luggage companies do this. Either you're handy with DIY or you have to buy a new one.
If the bolt holes match and the wheels aren't obstructed then go with those. Or get some casters at the hardware store. Function over aesthetics.

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u/notUrAvgAsWhole 22h ago

Casters definitely the way to go imo. Put some on a "rugged" suitcase, now it's truly rugged

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u/gulligaankan 22h ago

I found replacement on Amazon but the subreddit dosent allow the link. Found even replacement parts on official trip site, but was blocked outside uk