CW,
I've always avoided working with wheels because I don't have a puller. Maybe I should get one. On old beaters, I have straigtened bent axles (that caused wobbly running) with the screwdriver technique. But those were beaters and if it didn't work out....no loss.
Maybe I'll try your washer suggestion. I also have some e clips that hold PW trucks to the chassis. Might those work?
And thanks for your advice..
-Roger