Baseplate Wheel Axle B370-1700B

A genuine Tacony OEM part shared across 31 models from 5 Tacony brands (Tornado, Riccar, Simplicity, CleanMax and Powr-Flite), the Baseplate Axle (part# B370-1700B) is an exact-fit replacement for the original. Made by Tacony, the B370-1700B is used across Tornado, Riccar, Simplicity, CleanMax and Powr-Flite models — see the full Compatible Models list below.

On the Tornado Roam / 97300 / 97300C, the axle holds a baseplate wheel in position and provides the bearing surface it rotates on. A straight, smooth axle lets the wheel spin without drag and keeps the nozzle tracking level, so the brushroll stays in even contact with the carpet.

Replace the axle if it is bent, scored, or worn where the wheel rides, or if a wheel has begun to wobble or bind. A damaged axle causes the same drag, thumping, and uneven brush wear as a bad wheel, and it is worth replacing together with the wheel it supports so the pair runs true.

Compatible Models for the Baseplate Axle

Part# B370-1700B is a genuine Tacony component shared across multiple brands. Confirmed fitment includes the following models:

• Tornado: Roam 97300, TV280, Roam 97300C
• Riccar: R10CV, R10D, R10E, R10P, R10S, R10SAND, R17, RSL3, RSL3C, RSL4, RSL5
• Simplicity: S10CV, S10D, S10P, S10S, S10SAND, SC10CV, WONDERP, F3400, F3500, F3500C, F3600, F3700, F3700C
• CleanMax: Zoom ZM-500, Zoom ZM-700, Zoom ZM-800
• Powr-Flite: Solar PV030-W12-U

Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing Tornado equipment since 1956, and the Baseplate Axle (part# B370-1700B) ships from our shop at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428. Browse the complete Tornado Roam 97300 / 97300C parts catalog for matching components, or view the machine on the manufacturer’s site at tornadovac.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the baseplate wheel axle do?

The baseplate wheel axle (part# B370-1700B) is the pin the baseplate wheel rotates on, holding the wheel in place and giving it a true axis to spin around. It is what keeps the wheel tracking straight under the head.

What are the signs of a worn baseplate wheel axle?

A bent or worn axle lets the wheel wobble, bind, or sit at an angle, which shows up as an uneven or noisy glide. Fitting a fresh B370-1700B trues the wheel back up.

Do I need the wheel too, or just the axle?

If only the axle is bent you can replace it alone, but since the baseplate wheel (B370-1843) rides directly on it, inspect the wheel and renew both if either is worn. Together they restore a tight-rolling assembly.

Which vacuums use the baseplate wheel axle (part# B370-1700B)?

It fits the Tornado Roam 97300 and 97300C.

Questions about the Baseplate Axle (part# B370-1700B)? Call us at 763-535-0770 or visit 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428.