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    • 63 Thunderbird I've always wanted a 63 T-Bird convertible with the optional tonneau cover and twin head rests. This is a very nice kit for a slot car. Here's whats in the kit. It comes as a hardtop, or convertible. The chrome really sparkles. These are the parts being used. I hope to use the complete interior with the exception of the back seat. The back seat comes as a separate piece. You have to leave the back seat out if you install the tonneau cover. That leaves a lot of room for a slot car drive system while still retaining the full interior.

      Started by: Avatar photoKen in: Scratch Built Models

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    • Spray Booth Number Three My first spray booth was the basement kitchen fan with a big cardboard box. Overspray wasn't an issue since the basement was eventually going to be renovated. I painted about 60+ cars before having to make changes. After the renovations, I moved the spray area closer to the kitchen window. But the fan was actually higher in the room than the kitchen fan, and was less effective even with a much bigger fan. It moved the smelly air out of the room. But the overspray dust was like a cloud slowly moving to the floor. Let's just agree that it was a total failure. I painted one or two HO cars, and decided to undo everything. It was either outside, or nothing now. I needed to use gravity to my advantage. So far it's been working against me. I bought a wardrobe box from U-Haul for $19.95. It measures 24"x24"x48" inches closed. 60" inches tall with the top flaps open. It barely fits in the shower stall. I installed two 6" inch vents at the back to evacuate the fumes. A plywood plate was cut to perfectly fit into the window slot. Two 6" inch metal joiners were glued into the plywood plate for the flexible hose. The shower has a plastic drop-sheet lining the entire thing. You can't be too safe. I have hanging lights on both sides so I can see properly. Blocks were glued to keep the flaps open. The evacuation vents had to be staggered because they didn't quite fit beside each other. When the booth isn't being used. The plate and flexible ductwork are at rest beside the sink. It was finished last night. Ted came over with an unpainted Pioneer Mustang today, and the booth is an absolute success. The overspray cloud falls to the bottom of the box. Nothing escapes into the washroom itself except barely a light smell. You can't smell the fumes outside the washroom door with the door wide open. Perfect. The power for the booth comes from an old 24" inch fan. It moves enough air to easily dilute the fumes. I need to watch that I don't leave it running too long after painting. It removes a lot of warmth from the house very quickly. Thank you very kindly for looking.

      Started by: Avatar photoKen in: How To – Paint It

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    • Alfa Romeo at the 1954 Carrera Panamericana Alfa Romeo at the 1954 Carrera Panamericana - by MiA - As Art was kind enough to set up a blog for my meanderings I felt I should give it a go. What to write about, how long should it be? Perhaps I could use a blog as an excuse to dig a little more into subjects I was interested in, and if anyone else learned a bit, then so much the better. Of course the first one would have to be a subject near and dear to my heart (and so as if you didn’t know) Alfa Romeos! But what Alfa story? As the company with the oldest racing history there are so many stories. So, where to start?? Lets just choose a convenient and timely one, the upcoming Carrera Panamericana proxy race. Over the five years that the race was held there were many Alfas to write about, both factory and private entries.  For a first go lets just use the alternate photo posted for the upcoming proxy race. Easy, a bit obscure, quite pedestrian and definitely all Alfa!! I’m sure Art put it in for my benefit!! [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="911"] Monumento de la Revolition[/caption] A little bit of background on the Carrera Panamericana first. In 1950, Mexico became the first Latin-American country to complete its part of the Pan-American Highway. To celebrate this achievement, the national government decided to organize a five-day race along the new road. It consisted of a total of 9 stages and ran from Ciudad Juárez on the US border to the Guatemalan border. The original version of the Carrera Panamericana was held from 1950 to 1954 and during its short existence it developed a reputation for being one of the most dangerous races in the world. Due to the start line being close to the US, most of the cars and drivers for the first 1950 race came from the US. The first winners were an American team of Hershel McGriff and Ray Elliott in an Oldsmobile 88. From the second edition onwards, the route was switched, going from the southern to the northern border. Over the ensuing years competition grew and attracted more teams from abroad. Along with most American manufacturers and many ‘specials’, Ferrari, Lancia, Porsche, Borgward, Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey, OSCA, Jaguar, Mercedes, Talbot Lago, Gordini, VW and Pegaso all sent or supported teams headlined with seasoned road, track and rally drivers. Of particular interest here is the 1954 race and the picture used for the alternate in the upcoming proxy races announcement. (Hopefully Alfas from other years will follow in later posts). 1954 was the last of the original races and the picture was taken in front of the Monumento de la Revolition in Mexico City, probably sometime after the third day of racing or just before the start of the fourth day. The Monumento de la Revolition commemorates the independence of Mexico from Spain. It is located in Plaza de la República, near to the heart of major thoroughfares in downtown Mexico City. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="511"] Monumento de la Revolition[/caption] The structure was initially intended to be at the centre of the Federal Legislature and the first stone was laid in 1910 during the centennial celebrations of Independence. The project was not finished due to the Mexican Revolutionary War and after several regime changes in 1913 it was cancelled and abandoned. It’s steel inner structure stood rusting for more than twenty years. Later it was proposed to convert the abandoned structure into a monument to the heroes of the Mexican Revolution. After this was approved, the structure began its makeover. Four stone sculpture groups were designed and built over the existing cupola structure. The structure also functions as a mausoleum for the heroes of the Mexican Revolution of 1910. It was eventually completed around 1938. For the 1954 running there were thirteen Alfas entered. Eleven participated and 2 were listed as Did Not Arrive. No. Drivers Entrant Make Type Model Engine Gr. 251 Sanesi / Cagna Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 252 Velazquez / Ruiz Atoyac Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 254 Mancini / Mijares Anaconda Nacional Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 255 Carini / Sambrotta Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 256 Mantovani / Chiappa Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 257 Solana / Leguizamo Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 258 Pedro J. Llano Pedro J. Llano Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 260 Guillermo G. Airaldi Guillermo Airaldi Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 265 Cerezo / Palacios David Cerezo Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 267 Della Favera / Campigotto Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 268 Bonini / Zanavoni Alfa Romeo Finmeccanica Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 And entered but did not arrive: 264 Pedro J. Llano Pedro J. Llano Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 266 Enrique Fluchaire Enrique Fluchaire Alfa Romeo 1900 TI Alfa Romeo TE1.9 Clearly shown in the picture are four Alfa Romeo 1900 Ti cars. Quite possibly these are four of the five cars entered by Finmeccanica. The 5th Finmeccanica entered car is possibly the car to the right in the photograph. Like many of the early automobile manufacturers Alfa Romeo had gone through turbulent times since it’s inception. Ugo Gobbato the head of Alfa Romeo in 1945 had been shot and killed by an unknown gunman as he cycled to work. Thus after WW2 Alfa thus found itself without a leader and with most of its factories destroyed by the war. A new chairman, Pasquale Gallo, was appointed to demilitarize Alfa Romeo, and responsibility for design was handed to the engineer Orazio Satta Puliga. He made significant contributions towards re-launching Alfa Romeo into a new era. After introducing several upscale models based on pre war models, in 1950 he introduced the Alfa Romeo 1900, a family car that would be capable of winning races. Modern and practical, Puliga considered the 1900 to be the ultimate choice for the middle class. It offered great performance and a heritage of brilliant sporting achievements at a competitive price. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="781"] Alfa Romeo 1900 Sedan (Berlina)[/caption] The Alfa Romeo 1900 was produced from 1950 to 1959. It was an important development for Alfa, being it’s first car built entirely on a production line and it’s first production car without a separate chassis. The Engine was a 1.9 L DOHC Inline 4, developing 90 bhp, which was later enlarged to 2.0L It was produced in several variants, a 4-door saloon (Berlina), a 2-door coupé (Sprint) and a 2-door convertible. It was the first Alfa Romeo offered with left-hand drive. After introduction it was later offered as a 1900C(Short) and then as a 1900TI with a more powerful motor producing 100bhp. Later came Super and Super Ti versions. A total of 21,304 were built during the production run, including 17,390 of the saloons. The chassis was designed specifically to allow it to be re-bodied and several coachbuilders developed some beautiful variants, including a 4-wheel drive version (Matta) based on the 1900. Finmeccanica, the entrant of the cars we are interested in was established in 1948 as part of the efforts by Italy's government-controlled industrial holding company IRI (Istituto per la Ricostruzione Industriale) to restructure Italy’s devastated industrial and engineering sector after the war. IRI had itself taken over effective control of Alfa around 1928 when Nicola Romeo left the company. After it’s establishment Finmeccanica effectively became Alfa Romeo’s parent company until it sold Alfa to the Fiat Group in 1986. The 1954 race was run from south to north over 8 stages and 3,070 kilometres (1,910 mi). 150 cars started the race, and 85 finished all 8 stages. The European stock car class was won by Consalvo Sanesi and Giuseppe Cagna in Alfa Romeo #251 finishing 15th overall. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="438"] 1900 Motor[/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="414"] Finned Aluminium Brake Drum[/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="464"] Finishing Line[/caption] Other Alfa finishers were car # 256 driven by Mantovani / Chiappa finishing 18th overall, car # 267 driven by Della Favera / Campigotto finishing 19th overall, car # 255 driven by Carini / Sambrotta finishing 20th overall, car # 252 driven by Velazquez / Ruiz finishing 30th overall. Car # 268 driven by Bonini / Zanavoni was a DNF due to an accident. All considered, an excellent showing for Alfa. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="435"] Consalvo Sanesi and Giuseppe Cagna[/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="370"] Carini/Sambrota in car #255[/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="418"] The Velazquez / Ruiz car[/caption] [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="412"] The Velazquez / Ruiz car[/caption] There are several good smaller scale models of most of the cars that participated in the 1954 race, but I haven’t found a 1/32 scale kit that could be used as the basis for an S32 car …yet. [foogallery id="33634"]

      Started by: Avatar photoMiA in: Vintage Slot Car Articles and Other Reference Materials

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    • Dailey Hobbies, Whitby, Ontario I had an opportunity to visit Dailey Hobbies in Whitby. They have lots of cool stuff like at least 25-Group C models in 1/24 scale ranging from $43 to $49. They also had lots of Fujimi kits just above the $40 mark. Nice selection and prices. https://www.daileyhobbies.com/index.htm I really didn't need anything. But, this 1/24 Lamborghini was only $40. I've always wanted one without that silly wing. I swear it was calling my name.

      Started by: Avatar photoKen in: S24

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      Avatar photoKen

    • Painting More Inserts Painted some inserts for a fellow slot enthusiast: Black isn't just black. Use a subtle dirt wash on the sides of the four spokes. Bring out your wire detail... if you don't want to sand out the detail you can use a wash: Spray with aluminium. Brush on flat black diluted 50/50 with iso alc. Brush on a dirt wash 50/50. Chrome knock off raised centre ring and tips only. DArt 450WIRE3KO wire wheel inserts were used. Customized 4 spoke McLaren 490 Inserts are made using 450LOT4SPKO with the centre knock off removed and 490ADAPTER added (fixed in place using 5 min. epoxy). These will fit standard Slot.It wheels now. Visit the DArt eSHOP for these inserts.

      Started by: Arthur in: How To – Paint It

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    • RWD LM 102mm (3L) to 98mm (LL) wheelbase conversion Ok so I had some time today to experiment a little so I decided to try and convert my LM chassis to fit an Acura NSX MM body. It took about an hour to do and the only modification I had to make was to remove about 2mm of plastic from the front edge of the shock restrictor plate hole. Suspension travel is minimal but the wheelbase now fits! I also swapped the wheels and reassembled the LM/MM T plate in the MM position. We’ll see how it runs next time we do a test session.

      Started by: Avatar photof1nutz in: Helpful Mini-Z Tips, Tricks & Hacks

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    • Classic Era Challenge II (1966 – 1971) – March 24, 2018 @ MVL After some time away from the Molto VeLoce Circuit located in Oakville ON Scratch32 and R32 will be returning to this prestigious exotic car location and their 4 lane custom routed slot car track by DArt. The first event tentatively scheduled for MVL will be the second round of the ‘R32 Classic Era Challenge’ on Saturday March 24, 2018 at 11am. [This was originally scheduled for March 17 but scheduling issues required a change to March 24.] Orange dot tires are mandatory – and the rules remain as before: 1)      Open to any Prototype (P) or Sportscar (S), regardless of displacement, that competed between 1966 and 1971 in any endurance race which was part of the World Sportscar Championship or International Championship sanctioned by the FIA. By endurance race we mean a race lasting many hours (ie. 24, 12, 6) or over a large distance (ie. 1000k). Headlights are not a requirement (if the model raced did not have them) nor must headlights be functional. 2)      Bodies must be hard plastic/resin with period appropriate (actual or fantasy) livery. No two entries may have the same race number. Race numbers will be reserved or assigned (see below). 3)      Interiors may be made from any material. There is no minimum level of detail required by either a body or interior but attention to detail will always be appreciated. 4)      Rear tires must be marked orange dot Darts for this event/series and will be available in the following sizes: D11, SI0201 (or NC0102) and NC0101. 5)      This event is open to any adult with an eligible model and controller. 6)      Any model that compromises the track for others in any way will not be permitted or will be removed from the track. Reserving Your Race Number & Purchasing Marked DArts One (1) number may be reserved or will be assigned (absent a request) for each pair of marked DArt tires purchased up to a maximum of 3 per participant regardless of how many pair of marked DArts are purchased by anyone. Numbers will be reserved or confirmed upon receipt of payment (pickup may be on a later date or even at the event). The deadline to purchase your DArts (or reserve your racing number(s)) will be midnight the day prior to the event. Multiple models may qualify but only the top entry for each participant will advance. NO loaners or substitutions after qualifying has begun and all models will be impounded from that point on. Contact me to order/purchase your marked DArt tires by email: [email protected]. Our assigned racing number list so far: [table id=6 /] Everyone who wishes to participate on Saturday March 24, 2018 must log in and register below regardless of whether or not they already have their assigned racing numbers (limit of 3). Those that do not have a scratch32 account or need to acquire their orange dot tires and/or racing numbers must contact me as soon as possible by email at: [email protected] [seatt-form event_id=15]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • Classic Era Challenge III (1966 – 1971) – August 10, 2018 @ The Ring After some head scratching, a few postponements and a venue change it is finally time to get the ball rolling for Round III. Due to the season a smaller turnout is expected which means that those who do attend will get much more racing in... so in the famous words of Whitesnake - 'Here we go again':Over the next few days I'll post the # list we have so far along with event details. The rules are pretty simple - any model with a hard body/shell that competed in an endurance race during this period whether RTR, 'unobtainium', made by NASA or pulled from thin air with DArt 'Orange Dot' club urethane tires. Should anyone need orange dot tires please let me know. If you do not yet have your racing #s or if you have any other questions this is the topic to reply to.

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • R32 XXVI @ The Ring – July 1, 2019 What better way to cap off a long weekend and Canada Day specifically? Projecting an intimate turnout means even more laps for those that do attend. Rumour has it that the DArt Auto Union Type C will be released this day too - just in time for the next Coppa D'oro - and another reason to come by... see everyone at the races! [seatt-form event_id=41]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Arthur

    • Classic Era Challenge Cup V (1966-1971) Gentlemen, it is time once again for the fifth edition of our Classic Era Challenge Cup (1966 – 1971) now scheduled for Saturday, February 2, 2019 @ Molto VeLoce (MVL). The rules remain the same. Mandatory orange dot DArt club urethane tires on the rear wheels AND hard plastic body that raced in a period endurance race with any period fantasy livery ARE REQUIRED. The rest is up to you… any material… RTR or scratch… Simple Rules & Guidelines v1.0 1)      Open to any Prototype (P) or Sportscar (S), regardless of displacement, that competed between 1966 and 1971 in any endurance race which was part of the World Sportscar Championship or International Championship sanctioned by the FIA. By endurance race we mean a race lasting many hours (ie. 24, 12, 6) or over a large distance (ie. 1000k). Headlights are not a requirement (if the model raced did not have them) nor must headlights be functional. 2)      Bodies must be hard plastic/resin with period appropriate (actual or fantasy) livery. No two entries may have the same race number. Race numbers will be reserved or assigned (see below). 3)      Interiors may be made from any material. There is no minimum level of detail required by either a body or interior but attention to detail will always be appreciated. 4)      Rear tires must be marked Darts for this event/series and will be available in the following sizes: D11, SI0201 (or NC0102) and NC0101. 5)      This event is open to any adult with an eligible model and controller. 6)      Any model that compromises the track for others in any way will not be permitted or will be removed from the track. Reserving Your Race Number & Purchasing Marked DArts One (1) number may be reserved or will be assigned (absent a request) for each pair of marked DArt tires purchased up to a maximum of 3 per participant regardless of how many pair of marked DArts are purchased by anyone. Numbers will be reserved or confirmed upon receipt of payment (pickup may be on a later date or even at the event). The deadline to purchase your DArts (or reserve your racing number(s)) will be midnight the day prior to the event. Multiple models may qualify but only the top entry for each participant will advance. NO loaners or substitutions after qualifying has begun and all models will be impounded from that point on. Contact me to order/purchase your marked DArt tires by email: [email protected]. Format: All models must either qualify or advance through elimination heats to make it to the A main for a chance to win or place in this event/series. Starting position will be assigned by random draw and all participants will have an opportunity to qualify for or advance all the way to the A main. Since this is FREE there will be no guaranteed minimum number of minutes raced. The number of participants will dictate the exact format chosen. So, you may qualify up to three models but must choose one to race. Remember to use your assigned numbers for those models you wish to qualify. Timed practice will start at 10:00am… followed by qualifying and then the race. Here is our current list of registered numbers which will be updated in real time: [table id=6 /]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • R32 & SOS I @ The Ring – February 21, 2019 SOS & R32 I The Ring [foogallery id="10688"] Trans Am (TA): #52 Camaro – 78 Laps (17.632 ext.) 7.006 sec.; #15 Mustang – 77 (13.577) 7.049; #2 Camaro – 76 (10.133) 6.948; #98 Cougar – 76 (13.056) 7.052; #18 Mustang – 73 (11.295) 7.186; #33 Camaro – 70 (5.040) 7.166; #15 Mustang – 63 (7.985) 7.866. Trans Am (TA - Modified): #13 Camaro – 76 (7.596 ext.) 6.815 sec. Group C (GCI): #7 Porsche – 89 Laps (13.891 ext.) 6.055 sec.; #3 Jaguar – 86 (4.776) 6.096; #14 Sauber Mercedes – 85 (8.547) 6.156; #85 Nissan – 82 (4.520) 6.302; #62 Sauber Mercedes – 81 (9.383) 6.409; #17 Porsche – 80 (8.191) 6.516; #19 Porsche – 69 (3.282) 6.840. Group C (GCI – Modified): #18 Porsche – 85 Laps (9.618 ext.) 6.149 sec.. Formula One (F1): #9 Lotus Renault – 87 Laps (13.973 ext.) 6.203 sec.; #44 Mercedes – 86 (9.335) 6.211; #7 Mercedes – 82 (8.237) 6.272; #10 Williams – 81 (6.104) 6.349; #7 Lotus Renault – 74 (7.915) 6.807; #33 Red Bull Aston Martin – 74 (12.121) 6.482; #6 Lotus Renault/Williams – 77 (19.417) 6.729 (DNF – Backup). CANAM (CA): #65 Chaparral 2E – 90 Laps (3.086 ext.) 5.916 sec.; #30 Lola T70 & #52 Lola T70 – 89 (9.675) 5.806; #6 Porsche 917/30 & #5 McLaren & #48 McLaren – 86 (13.504) 5.950; #33 Alfa Romeo T33/4 – 83 (8.728) 6.212; #101 Shadow DN4 – 82 (16.805) 6.301; #7 Lola T70 – DNF (Accident). Everyone also walked away a winner with a door prize - thank you to Ken for your generous contributions! JoS your door prize is waiting for you... 

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoMiA

    • Classic Era Challenge IV (1966-1971) – October 27, 2018 Gentlemen, it is time once again for the fourth edition of our Classic Era Challenge Cup (1966 - 1971) this Saturday, October 27, 2018 @ Molto VeLoce (MVL). The rules remain the same. Mandatory orange dot DArt club urethane tires on the rear wheels AND hard plastic body that raced in a period endurance race with any period fantasy livery ARE REQUIRED. The rest is up to you... any material... RTR or scratch... Simple Rules & Guidelines v1.0 – January, 2018 1)      Open to any Prototype (P) or Sportscar (S), regardless of displacement, that competed between 1966 and 1971 in any endurance race which was part of the World Sportscar Championship or International Championship sanctioned by the FIA. By endurance race we mean a race lasting many hours (ie. 24, 12, 6) or over a large distance (ie. 1000k). Headlights are not a requirement (if the model raced did not have them) nor must headlights be functional. 2)      Bodies must be hard plastic/resin with period appropriate (actual or fantasy) livery. No two entries may have the same race number. Race numbers will be reserved or assigned (see below). 3)      Interiors may be made from any material. There is no minimum level of detail required by either a body or interior but attention to detail will always be appreciated. 4)      Rear tires must be marked Darts for this event/series and will be available in the following sizes: D11, SI0201 (or NC0102) and NC0101. 5)      This event is open to any adult with an eligible model and controller. 6)      Any model that compromises the track for others in any way will not be permitted or will be removed from the track. Reserving Your Race Number & Purchasing Marked DArts One (1) number may be reserved or will be assigned (absent a request) for each pair of marked DArt tires purchased up to a maximum of 3 per participant regardless of how many pair of marked DArts are purchased by anyone. Numbers will be reserved or confirmed upon receipt of payment (pickup may be on a later date or even at the event). The deadline to purchase your DArts (or reserve your racing number(s)) will be midnight the day prior to the event. Multiple models may qualify but only the top entry for each participant will advance. NO loaners or substitutions after qualifying has begun and all models will be impounded from that point on. Contact me to order/purchase your marked DArt tires by email: [email protected]. Format: All models must either qualify or advance through elimination heats to make it to the A main for a chance to win or place in this event/series. Starting position will be assigned by random draw and all participants will have an opportunity to qualify for or advance all the way to the A main. Since this is FREE there will be no guaranteed minimum number of minutes raced. The number of participants will dictate the exact format chosen. So, you may qualify up to three models but must choose one to race. Remember to use your assigned numbers for those models you wish to qualify. Timed practice will start at 10:00am... followed by qualifying and then the race. Here is our list of registered numbers: [table id=6 /] To register: [seatt-form event_id=31] If you have any questions please ask within this thread... Good Luck! :good:

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • R32 XXXV @ Spa-Lyons – February 24, 2020 On a chilly February evening, and for the second time this decade, teams loaded up their transporters for the journey to Spa-Lyons. Teams arrived to find the track already alive with spectators, many who had come to cheer on their favourite who was scheduled to debut the new Rover BRM turbine car. Spectators and media had assumed the best possible locations. Even Bib was trying to get in on the show. Track regulars Bill and Sally were back at Hot Tub Corner again, but mindful of the stir created by them during the last race meeting, the Woman’s White Cross League were there in their proper skirts and practical loafers, attempting (somewhat futilely perhaps) to preserve virtuous behaviour for all of mankind!! As the evening began, drivers seemed unusually well behaved (perhaps it was the lack of a NASCAR event) and things started off smoothly with a 50’s Vintage race. After a very gentlemanly race with few incidents, Robert Manzon in his beautiful Gordini T-32, relived his triumphant finish in the GP of Reims and showed the field the way home with 63 laps. He was followed one lap later (62) by ‘The Pampas Bull’ Jose Froilan Gonzalez, showing the Italian flag and driving the same Ferrari 375 he had driven to victory in the 1951 Silverstone GP. Two laps back with 60 was Snidley Whiplash in his beautiful turquoise Maserati 250F. With 58 laps, and in his reserve Ferrari D50, was Juan Manuel Fangio with 58 laps. Next up on the schedule were sports cars. A mixed bag representing a wide range of eras took to the track. A Jaguar XK120 fresh from the Alpen Rally led the field with 61 laps, followed by a 1965 Rover BRM driven by crowd favourite Sir Jackie Stewart only 5 seconds behind in second. Punching well above it’s class, the VW Beetle 1200 DeLuxe of Manuel Hinke, fresh (??) from it’s running in the 1954 Carrera Panamericana finished a distant 3rd with 57 laps, but showing it's heels to an even older 1950 Ferrari 166 MM/212 “Uovo” driven by Giannino ‘the tailor’ Marzotto that finished with 56 laps. With 52 laps, the 1966 Porsche 904 GTS of George Follmer and Peter Gregg that ran in the 1966 Sebring 12 hours followed along after a very tidy run. Sir Jackie’s result sent many of the elated fans scurrying to open a fresh Tripel Karmeliet and racing was paused so all could enjoy the moment. After a break and a delicious chocolate cupcake sugar fix courtesy of Johnathan the drivers were back at it in Vintage Lemans cars. A lone Ferrari 512S Coda Lunga in very un-Italian silver led an almost all Porsche grid to the chequered flag with a blistering 68 laps. It was followed 3 laps later by a Porsche 907 LH in livery as raced in the 1968 24H of Daytona piloted by Jo Siffert & Hans Hermann. It was followed 2 laps later by a Porsche 917K from the 1970 24 Hrs. of Lemans and driven by Gijs Van Lennep & David Piper with 63 laps. Next along with 62 laps was a 1971 Porsche 917LH  in Martini livery that was raced by Gérard Larrousse & Vic Elford. A 1969 Targa Florio liveried Porsche 907K piloted by Hans Dieter Dechent and Gerhard Koch rounded out the field with 57 laps. The evening ended with CanAm cars roaring to life. After many enlightening trips past Hot Tub Corner the McLAREN M8D sponsored by Paul Newman Racing and as driven by  Bob Bondrant at the 1971 series opening race at Mosport easily outclassed the field with a scorching 73 laps. Eating tire dust all the way home, the team of an Alfa Romeo T33/4 driven by Scooter Patrick and sponsored  by West Coast Distributor Otto Zipper Alfa and  a Chaparral 2E as  piloted by Phil Hill at the 1966 Mosport Can-Am trailed in 6 laps later with 67 circuits. A McLaren M20 piloted by Denny Hulme was further back with 64 laps and having a few mechanical issues a 1974 McLaren M20 Interseries car piloted by privateer Mark Kelleners finished with 58 laps. A 1971 Sebring liveried Alfa Romeo T33/3 liveried as driven by Nino Vaccarella and Tony Heinzman finished with 57 laps. To the victors went the champagne as they were all toasted appropriately, in the finest time honoured tradition. It was great to return again to Spa-Lyons. Thanks to our host Drew and his wife Nancy for their hospitality on a brisk February evening!

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      Arthur

    • R32 XXXV @ The Ring – January 27, 2020 R32 XXXV The Ring - January 27, 2020 [foogallery id="13885"] FINAL RESULTS Hot Rod (HR):  #24 – 75 Laps (18.243 ext.); #4 – 73 (7.990); #29 – 73 (9.395); #xx – 72 (9.340); #11 – 71 (14.089); #2 –69 (13.941); #56 – 60 (15.301). Classic Stock Car (CSC):  #32 – 75 Laps (18.243 ext.); #121 – 73 (7.990); #29 – 73 (9.395); #30 – 70 (10.794); #11 – 69 (16.613); #41 – 68 (7.879); #92 – 62 (5.567); #41 – 62 (13.326). Trans Am (TA):  #7 – 80 Laps (11.720 ext.); #23 – 79 (13.293); #1 – 78 (10.565); #18 – 78 (13.192); #98 – 77 (11.822); #86 – 75 (11.249); #19 – 73 (17.557); #42 – 67 (15.629). CANAM (CA):  #7 – 33 Laps (9.747 ext.); #33 – 32 (7.317); #2 – 32 (7.619); #102 – 32 (11.759); #27 – 31 (4.935); #30 – 31 (8.149); #2 – 25 (15.398). Cheers to everyone who could make it out! :good:

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • Bass-Seca Build Bass-Seca After who knows how many years of racing at multiple home and club tracks, my man cave has gotten a new addition built by Art! A small but exciting looking layout of approximately 44 feet for 1:32 racing with plenty of elevation changes themed after Laguna Seca's "Corkscrew". I gave my design to track builder extraordinaire Professor Tschinkel earlier this year and, thanks to Covid restrictions, he built a modular track that could be fairly quickly taken apart and reassembled. Art built the basics at his place and then disassembled it and into a VW Atlas went ALL the pieces and reassembly began at my place. Track reconstruction, lane taping, power and computer, border walls and more now done. Some detail work still to be completed but the track is now operational and the first race done with Joe Guts and I running Group 5 cars. But the track is much more fun with the slower classes! Before racing ever happened though I christened the track with laps done in remembrance, and with cars, from racers who are no longer with us. John F and Paddy you will always be remembered. (The 3rd last picture is John Flinn's MG which set identical times in both lanes) Thanks for all your work Art. It's great!

      Started by: Avatar photoJohnnySlots in: Local Slot Car Groups

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      Arthur

    • Vintage Mini’s A new class of cars raced a Riverhampton is the Vintage Mini's.  The class is limited to only Scalextric 1960's vintage Mini Cooper's and Morris Mini's.   It's a slow class, therefore the stock 18-22k slim ff motor must be replaced with a BWA 14k motor.  Any pinion is allowed to be paired with the tiny stock 20T crown gear.  This is a turtle race and guaranteed to be fun.  

      Started by: Avatar photoJMSracer in: T32 Class Criterium

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LI FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, June 4, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: Classic Stock Car (CSC) Modern F1 (F1) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP) Modern LeMans (LMP/GT) Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4. Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat. Race to line result will determine finishing order. Courtesy F1nutz: Delicious Rum Balls for everyone! Thank you F1nutz! Classic Stock Car (CSC): #20 - 94 Laps (21.752 ext.) #92 - 91 (20.536) #34 - 91 (23.591) #32 - 88 (10.733) #29 - 83 (18.802) #41 - 80 (13.345) Modern F1 (F1): #9 - 102 Laps (18.016 ext.) #14 - 102 (19.219) #9 - 99 (5.230) #4 - 99 (11.939) #7 - 97 (11.052) #? - 92 (18.034) #22 - 91 (16.213) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP): #51 - 104 Laps (12.342 ext.) #19 - 102 (13.533) #15 - 101 (38.289) #50 - 100 (16.739) #11 - 95 (34.623) #12 - 93 (14.317) Modern LeMans (LMP/GT): #60 - 107 Laps (13.257 ext.) #33 - 104 (6.914) #11 - 104 (16.933) #1 - 99 (16.244) #76 - 99 (20.112) #062 - 94 (18.860) [foogallery id="26840"]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoMiA

    • R32 XLIX FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, May 7, 2022 @ MVL (12 pm) Classes: Classic Stock Car (CSC), Trans Am (TA), Group C/IMSA (GCI), CANAM (CA); Format: 4 minute heats (240 seconds) x 3. Voltage set @ 10v. Two marshals for every heat. Race to line result will determine finishing order. Classic Stock Car (CSC): #20 - 97 Laps (13.254 ext.); #32 - 96 (15.797); #34 - 94 (14.915); #98 - 85 (14.025); #41 - 85 (16.819); #22 - 84 (15.450). Trans Am (TA): #45 - 99 Laps (11.252 ext.); #78 - 95 (12.925); #6 - 94 (11.197); #1 - 92 (16.595); #2 - 80 (15.925); #1 - 79 (12.524). Group C/IMSA (GCI): #62 - 107 Laps (9.222 ext.); #25 - 102 (8.750); #62 - 102 (15.153); #4 - 98 (17.998); #62 - 93 (16.467); #5 - 92 (14.965). CANAM (CA): #19 - 108 Laps (11.181 ext.); #52 - 105 (19.330); #33 - 102 (8.847); #7 - 102 (11.669); #65 - 97 (12.560); #12 - 96 (13.143). [foogallery id="26319"]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoGI

    • Riverhampton Photo Collage July 14 2022 See attached the race report and photo collage of the race held on Thursday July 14 2022 Classes: ● Vintage Mini’s ● Classic Stock Car ● Nascar ● Classic Le Mans ● Modern GT Format: ● 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 3. ● Voltage set @ 10.5v ● Three marshals for every heat. ● Race to line result will determine finishing order.  

      Started by: Avatar photoJMSracer in: T32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, June 11, 2022 @ The River Classes: Trans Am (TA) 1960's 1.5L Grand Prix (15GP) USRRC/SCCA Sportscar (USSP) CANAM (CA) Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 3. Voltage set @ 10.5v Three marshals for every heat. Race to line result will determine finishing order.   Trans Am (TA): #2 - 71 Laps (6.795 ext.) #78 - 71 (13.634) #45 - 68 (8.733) #1 - 67 (6.545) #13 - 67 (15.770) #1 - 63 (14.317) 1960's 1.5L Grand Prix (15GP): #33 - 69 Laps (8.517 ext.) #7 - 66 (7.376) #8 - 66 (12.943) #7 - 65 (6.054) #3 - 65 (14.305) #? - 64 (12.216) USRRC/SCCA Sportscar (USSP): #66 - 72 Laps (18.531 ext.) #1 - 70 (9.095) #27 - 68 (15.013) #4 - 68 (27.427) #3 - 64 (11.471) #9 - 63 (19.066) CANAM (CA): #30 - 84 Laps (11.650 ext.) #11 - 81 (8.294) #2 - 79 (9.499) #59 - 78 (3.911) #7 - 77 (12.786) #6 - 76 (9.557) [foogallery id="27112"]

      Started by: Avatar photoJMSracer in: R32

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      Arthur

    • R32 LIII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, June 18, 2022 @ Spa Lyons Classes: 1950's Grand Prix (50GP) 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP) Classic LeMans (CLM) Group 5 (G5) Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 3. Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat. Race to line result will determine finishing order. 1950's Grand Prix (50GP): #8 - 63 Laps (7.658 ext.) #30 - 62 (19.893) #13 - 61 (17.516) #2 - 60 (17.243) #8 - 58 (13.577) #12 - 56 (15.174) 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP): #21 - 61 Laps (10.584 ext.) #47 - 60 (12.288) #10 - 59 (23.343) #149 - 57 (18.130) #18 - 52 (29.638) #38 - 52 (31.262) Classic LeMans (CLM): #3 - 67 Laps (5.322 ext.) #36 - 67 (17.455) #20 - 65 (6.057) #? - 62 (10.126) #67 - 61 (12.370) #3 - 60 (6.298) Group 5 (G5): #23 - 76 Laps (10.536 ext.) #30 - 73 (14.698) #2 - 68 (10.286) #53 - 64 (11.836) #539 - 64 (12.890) #42 - 63 (3.343) [foogallery id="27530"]

      Started by: Avatar photoPorsche911 in: R32

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      Avatar photoPorsche911

    • New track in the east Basic plans have been drawn up by Art to make a 2-lane new track in my basement. Art was kind enough to take on the task of fitting a small track into a tiny basement. I don't have a name for it yet. Maybe the KRZ Twister? Name suggestions are most welcome. The final dimensions will be on a 5' foot by 10' foot base. The closest rooms to the track are the washroom and kitchen. It should work out well to host races for small groups. Everything in life is time sensitive. I should have done this a few years ago. Thank you to Art for accepting the challenge.  

      Started by: Avatar photoKen in: Local Slot Car Groups

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      Avatar photoPorsche911

    • R32 LV FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, August 6, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: NASCAR (NC) Classic Stock Car (CSC) Group 5 (G5) 3.0L LeMans (3LM) Format: 4 minute heats (240 seconds) x 3 (Blue Lane Shut Down). Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order NASCAR (NC): #11 - 97 Laps (10.022 ext.) #35 - 96 (9.216) #48 - 94 (3.013) #88 - 92 (5.546) #88 - 88 (3.860) #43 DNS Classic Stock Car (CSC): #20 - 94 Laps (7.990 ext.) #32 - 94 (10.098) #34 - 94 (10.751) #92 - 89 (8.073) #21 - 87 (18.950) Group 5 (G5): #23 - 111 Laps (13.268 ext.) #51 - 106 (11.168) #50 - 104 (6.829) #9 - 101 (14.121) #539 - 100 (9.965) 3.0L LeMans (3LM): #7 - 109 Laps (2.682 ext.) #5 - 107 (10.186) #10 - 106 (4.948) #32 - 106 (10.778) #8 - 105 (10.639) [foogallery id="30063"]

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LVI FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, September 10, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: Hot Rod (HR) 1950's Sportscar (50SP) Classic LeMans (CLM) Modern F1 (F1) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Three marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order Hot Rod (HR): #2 - 91 Laps (19.074 ext.) #30 - 88 (14.088) #9 - 87 (20.534) #69 - 87 (22.800) #2 - 83 (17.183) #11 - 78 (27.360) 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP): #9 - 92 Laps (28.242 ext.) #21 - 90 (22.750) #38 - 87 (13.070) #58 - 86 (8.874) #10 - 80 (14.299) #8 - 78 (15.540) #7 - 77 (11.115) Classic LeMans (CLM): #33 - 100 Laps (8.580 ext.) #25 - 100 (19.036) #4 - 96 (12.642) #35 - 96 (12.949) #1 - 94 (19.205) #9 - 93 (23.246) #67 - 91 (22.220) Modern F1 (F1): #9 - 103 Laps (16.906 ext.) #9 - 103 (18.202) #14 - 102 (17.370) #7 - 97 (27.503) #57 - 95 (19.309) [foogallery id="30180"] Cheers to those that could make it out! Till the next one...

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • MVL Saturday September 10, 2022 Art I had to create a new thread for this event since the original has disappeared. Thank you for hosting, it was a fun day of racing with a great group of guys.  Too many close battles in every class to mention. We are all very lucky to be able to race at such an incredible venue.  I'm looking forward to the next race. Ken, it was great to see you out and enjoying our favorite hobby!      

      Started by: Avatar photoJMSracer in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LVIII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, October 1, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: NASCAR (NC) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP) Group C/IMSA (GCI) 1960's 3.0L Grand Prix (3LGP) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order NASCAR (NC): #54 - 100 Laps (16.648 ext.) #24 - 99 (19.996) #35 - 99 (22.819) #88 - 96 (22.256) #88 - 93 (25.077) #88 - 86 (19.108) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP): #5 - 96 Laps (17.399 ext.) #31 - 95 (23.755) #58 - 93 (15.946) #152 - 91 (16.866) #26 - 88 (9.933) #54 - 81 (15.168) Group C/IMSA (GCI): #19 - 108 Laps (20.221 ext.) #34 - 105 (16.345) #86 - 104 (13.012) #17 - 101 (16.853) #62 - 101 (20.688) #27 - 98 (25.059) 1960's 3.0L Grand Prix (3LGP): #10 - 110 Laps (19.241 ext.) #8 - 107 (14.609) #12 - 105 (18.368) #14 - 96 (20.520) #36 - 90 (14.697) Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoGI

    • R32 LX FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, November 5, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP) 1950's Grand Prix (50GP) Modern LeMans Prototype/GT (LMP) CANAM (CA) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.9v Three marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP): #9 - 93 Laps (21.722 ext.) #21 - 92 (10.370) #58 - 90 (20.624) #10 - 89 (12.458) #10 - 84 (12.208) #8 - 80 (12.377) 1950's Grand Prix (60GP): #8 - 96 Laps (18.316 ext.) #32 - 95 (7.930) #28 - 92 (12.553) #2 - 92 (17.196) #13 - 91 (14.716) #12 - 87 (23.877) #11 - DNF Modern LeMans P/GT (LMP): #12 - 111 Laps (10.648 ext.) #77 - 109 (7.379) #21 - 108 (7.666) #89 - 101 (16.707) #009 - 101 (22.202) #92 - 101 (27.300) #76 - 97 (13.703) CANAM (CA): #19 - 116 Laps (21.439 ext.) #30 - 115 (16.947) #4 - 112 (8.090) #2 - 110 (11.389) #7 - 107 (8.988) #6 - 105 (12.876) #65 - 100 (9.692) [foogallery id="30679"] Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • Christmas at Spa! Well, it comes a little early... Christmas will come early at Spa, Saturday December 10th. No need to bring presents, unless of course you feel compelled to bring a 12 year old single malt... LOL Doors will open at 10:30, Flag drop 11:30, intend to have short intermission/lunch mid point, I'll order Pizza. Classes will be Classic LM 50's Sportscar(NOT 50's-60's) 70's GP Modern LM Time permitting, possibly an IROC, cars TBD, provided by moi. Please advise ASAP, would like to know by this Friday, require minimum of 5, and MAX of 9.   December 10th, a lovely time of year of year in the Ardennes, unless you were battling Panzers! Been a while since we've enjoyed a day at the Spa, looking forward to seeing you here!

      Started by: Avatar photoPorsche911 in: R32

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      Avatar photoJohnnySlots

    • R32 LXI FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, November 19, 2022 @ Nova Ridge Classes: Classic Stock Car (CSC) Trans Am (TA) Group C/IMSA (GCI) 3.0L LeMans (3LM) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Five marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order Classic Stock Car (CSC): 56 Laps (26.958 ext.) 55 (24.611) 55 (34.456) 55 (44.458) 52 (20.235) 52 (28.974) 52 (33.677) 51 (37.918) 48 (24.553) Trans Am (TA): 54 Laps (22.721 ext.) 54 (31.449) 53 (25.133) 52 (7.670) 52 (18.821) 52 (37.345) 50 (45.112) 49 (34.594) 47 (30.261) Group C/IMSA (GCI): 60 Laps (33.701) 60 (38.035) 57 (14.612) 56 (20.044) 56 (23.234) 56 (36.325) 55 (31.229) 54 (36.826) 52 (32.851) 3.0L LeMans (3LM): 60 Laps (18.831 ext.) 60 (29.988) 59 (24.920) 59 (34.288) 56 (47.370) 55 (27.256) 53 (21.703) [foogallery id="30772"] Cheers to everyone who came out to race!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LXII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, December 3, 2022 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: NASCAR (NC) 1950's Grand Prix (50GP) Classic LeMans (CLM) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP) Formula One Unlimited (F1U) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.9v Three marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order NASCAR (NC): #54 - 100 Laps (22.811 ext.) #24 - 99 (19.791) #48 - 95 (14.298) #88 - 93 (11.460) #88 - 90 (17.961) #97 - 89 (23.754) 1950's Grand Prix (50GP): #11 - 98 Laps (18.710) #32 - 96 (11.116) #13 - 96 (15.368) #26 - 94 (10.665) #16 - 90 (18.274) #8 - 89 (20.139) Classic LeMans (CLM): #33 - 104 Laps (17.566 ext.) #3 - 103 (12.698) #5 - 100 (12.426) #4 - 99 (14.289) #67 - 96 (9.848) #6 - 95 (14.611) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP): #15 - 109 Laps (12.851 ext.) #15 - 109 (16.645) #5 - 106 (10.178) #15 - 102 (17.558) #3 - 97 (16.314) #12 - 96 (11.121) Formula One Unlimited (F1U): #7 - 110 Laps (13.207 ext.) #33 - 106 (11.855) #29 - 103 (10.591) #8 - 98 (19.373) DNF #7 - 78 (11.651) #1 - 77 (10.992) [foogallery id="30837"] Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LXIII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, December 17, 2022 @ Nova Ridge Classes: Hot Rod 1960's Endurance Sportscar Group 5 CANAM Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Five marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order Hot Rod: 52 Laps (50.812 ext.) 52 (52.530) 48 (29.481) 46 (26.461) 44 (21.886) DNF 1960's Endurance Sportscar: #54 - 48 Laps (4.067 ext.) #136 - 48 (26.656) #9 - 48 (47.605) #152 - 47 (14.593) USSP: #6 - 52 Laps (23.256 ext) #1 - 51 (23.933) Group 5: #23 - 59 Laps (19.396 ext) #14 - 57 (13.377) #4 - 56 (26.862) #539 - 56 (35.830) #21 - 55 (27.915) #42 - 53 (17.204) CANAM: #59 - 62 Laps (28.420 ext.) #22 - 60 (15.751) #2 - 60 (21.226) #7 - 58 (24.400) #6 - 58 (34.227) [foogallery id="30941"] Cheers to everyone who came out to race! Enjoy the holidays and see everyone next year!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • R32 LXV FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, January 7, 2023 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: Classic Stock Car (CSC) 1960's 1.5L Grand Prix (15LGP) Classic LeMans (CLM) Group C/IMSA (GCI) Format: 4 minute heats (240 seconds) x 3 Voltage set @ 10.9v One marshal for every heat Race to line result determines finishing order Classic Stock Car (CSC): #20 - 98 Laps (15.296 ext.) #32 - 96 (11.132) #13 - 95 (12.934) #92 - 94 (7.926) 1960's 1.5L Grand Prix (15LGP): #8 - 98 Laps (15.576 ext.) #2 - 97 (11.136) #73 - 94 (8.387) #30 - 92 (10.963) Classic LeMans (CLM): #5 - 105 Laps (18.273 ext.) #33 - 104 (11.934) #16 - 101 (12.290) #1 - 100 (6.468) Group C/IMSA (GCI): #19 - 109 Laps (7.376 ext.) #14 - 105 (7.482) #14 - 105 (9.418) #62 - 104 (14.168) [foogallery id="31088"] Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoKen

    • The new Hot Rod Garage I finally tore apart the workbench and moved it out of the track room. An opportunity to clean up and re-organize. The bench as it used to be. Lots of holes were left in the walls. Oops. Me fix! The bench was moved into the basement kitchen. The drill press is now on the other side of the kitchen, and away from the slot car assembly area. A plywood back was added to the bench. Look wife... no more holes in the walls! (Except for the tire-rack on the right side) I can finally start building cars again. And finish the track room!

      Started by: Avatar photoKen in: KRZ Custom Chassis

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      Avatar photoPorsche911

    • R32 LXVII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, February 4, 2023 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: NASCAR (NC) 1960's Endurance Sportscars (60SP) 3.0L LeMans (3LM) Modern F1 (F1) Format: 4 minute heats (210 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.9v Three marshals for every heat Race to line result determines finishing order NASCAR (NC): #24 - 114 Laps (19.801 ext.) #54 - 112 (8.943) #48 - 111 (8.838) #26 - 110 (14.415) #88 - 109 (22.597) #24 - 105 (17.037) #24 - 103 (15.618) 1960's Endurance Sportscars (60SP): #8 - 110 Laps (18.437 ext.) #152 - 110 (20.315) #54 - 108 (10.130) #50 - 107 (15.404) #26 - 104 (20.139) #47 - 101 (10.053) #54 - 94 (22.417) 3.0L LeMans (3LM): #7 - 127 Laps (20.954 ext.) #T3 - 126 (17.192) #8 - 125 (14.747) #32 - 123 (8.697) #85 - 123 (20.278) #8 - 117 (14.951) #8 - 115 (20.196) Modern F1 (F1): #10 - 120 Laps (16.820 ext.) #9 - 118 (13.838) #14 - 117 (11.898) #9 - 116 (22.010) #5 - 86 (82.250) #7 - 30 (15.431) [foogallery id="35996"] Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoGI

    • R32 LXVIII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, February 18, 2023 @ Nova Ridge Classes: Trans Am 1950's Endurance Sportscars 1970's Grand Prix Modern LeMans Prototype/GT Boulevard Cruisers Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order Trans Am: #14 - 53 Laps (38.668 ext.) #6 - 52 (18.840) #1 - 52 (24.598) #1 - 52 (55.073) #86 - 51 (25.117) #6 - 47 (36.605) 1950's Endurance Sportscar: #9 - 52 Laps (34.599 ext.) #21 - 52 (35.539) #38 - 51 (34.061) #149 - 48 (27.557) #10 - 47 (49.826) #410 - 45 (49.044) 1970's Grand Prix: #51 - 59 Laps (35.655 ext) #5 - 56 (19.148) #8 - 56 (31.277) #15 - 54 (20.389) #29 - 53 (27.375) #3 - 50 (38.020) Modern LeMans Prototype/GT: #12 - 60 Laps (12.348 ext) #77 - 60 (30.690) #11 - 60 (36.966) # - 59 (30.576) #3 - 58 (20.541) #5 - 56 (39.146) Boulevard Cruisers: 53 Laps (22.085 ext) 53 (31.009) 50 (33.342) 48 (23.753) 46 (28.209) [foogallery id="36722"] Cheers!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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      Avatar photoMiA

    • R32 @ Spa Lyons FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, February 25, 2023 @ Spa Lyons Classes: 1950's & 1960's Endurance Sportscars (50SP & 60SP) Classic LeMans (CLM) 3.0L LeMans (3LM) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP) Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Three marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order 1950's & 1960's Endurance Sportscars: Classic LeMans: 3.0L LeMans: 1970's Grand Prix: [foogallery id="37419"]  

      Started by: Avatar photoPorsche911 in: R32

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    • New Power Supply Solution for The Ring Gents, In anticipation of the long awaited return to racing at The Ring there will be one significant upgrade to the track which in a perfect world should go unnoticed by everyone who races - a modern three power supply solution - replacing the older linear single supply - for my three lane track. In recent years I've seen two original Trackmate Power Supplies go flaky as they age out of warranty. With large capacity linear supplies becoming impossible to find at a reasonable price point it was time to bite the bullet and adopt a solution using the newer switchable technology to power our tracks. Since many reasonably priced supplies are only 10A one is not enough to power a three or four lane track. Last spring while searching for a power supply for Nova Ridge I would have used four smaller switchable supplies had I not discovered a robust old school linear Pyramid 30A adjustable supply. That PS is working exceptionally well at Nova Ridge. Unfortunately it is no longer produced and as some say, unobtainium. Initially skeptical of these non-CSA compliant 10A switchable supplies manufactured in China I was pleasantly surprised by a fellow racers experience with one on his 2 lane DArt slot car track. So the Amazon order was made. I already purchased four separate relays which I was going to use last spring so now I had everything I needed - three power supplies, three relays, 16 gauge wiring and banana plugs. I removed the original single relay Trackmate power card and replaced it with three individual relays each connected to the 85 and 86 outputs of the red Trackmate mother card. Each relay was spliced into the positive feed between the power supply and the driver station. The negative feed bypassed each relay. Since each lane now has independent power there should be no more power interruptions or changes (surges or drops) for cars leaving the track, riders, or incorrect controller hookups. In other words the power for each lane should be completely isolated from the others... that is the theory at least - but there is only one way to test this - a race!!!

      Started by: Arthur in: How To – Build It

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    • R32 LXX FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, March 18, 2023 @ Nova Ridge Classes: NASCAR 1960-1965 SCCA and USRRC North American Sportscar Trans Am Plus CANAM Indy Roadster [Time Permitting] Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order NASCAR: #24 - 54 Laps (27.218 ext.) #11 - 53 (17.573) #35 - 52 (29.882) #88 - 52 (44.927) #24 - 49 (17.492) #48 - 48 (26.701) 1960-1965 SCCA & USRRC North American Sportscar: #1 - 52 Laps (11.430 ext.) #6 - 52 (23.499) #5 - 52 (38.431) #88 - 51 (36.992) #36 - 50 (41.600) #65 - 48 (34.263) Trans Am Plus: #43 - 56 Laps (33.254 ext) #9 - 56 (33.629) #6 - 53 (19.341) #45 - 52 (7.541) #6 - 48 (30.954) #47 - 47 (41.423) CANAM: #59 - 60 Laps (11.512 ext) #22 - 60 (34.243) #11 - 60 (36.842) #7 - 59 (37.554) #33 - 56 (45.887) #8 - 54 (20.129) [foogallery id="38106"] Cheers!

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    • Monday April 3, 2023 @ 7pm – Wheel Inserts 101 Gents, Now that the worst of covid is behind us and we get back into full blown racing I thought it best to start off slow with something that might be useful for almost everyone. Most of the models we scratch build use wheels that require inserts so it makes sense to start with something so common. And the techniques used to paint and weather inserts can be used for many other parts of a build too. Wheel inserts are usually the last part of any build to be completed. Often they are just given a single splash of paint and then installed as is. But you can use them to help make your model really pop - and should - since it is so easy to do! Here I will do my best to show everyone how I prepare, paint, weather & install inserts. As with most aspects of our hobby there is no right or wrong way. Furthermore, you may have some very helpful tips and tricks to add to our workshop, so please do! During this workshop we'll work on any inserts that are purchased so if you need inserts for a current project you'll get them finished and ready to go! If you bring your wheels I'll show you how I would install them too! NOTE: If a set of inserts need a shot of Tamiya or Chrome please let me know in advance so that I can prime and spray them the night before so that they are already dry for us to work on. Make sure to RSVP your spot in the calendar because space is limited. Thanks for browsing!!!

      Started by: Arthur in: How To – Paint It

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    • R32 LXXI - FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, March 25, 2023 @ The Ring Classes: 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP) 1960-1965 SCCA and USRRC North American Sportscar (USSP) 1960-1965 SCCA and USRRC North American Sportscar Plus (USSP+) Boulevard Cruisers (BC) Format: 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 3 Voltage set @ 10.5v Two marshals for every heat - no penalty for track calls Race to line result determines finishing order 1950's Endurance Sportscar (50SP): #47 - 70 Laps (14.073 ext.) #24 - 70 (17.805) #7 - 68 (9.959) #38 - 67 (7.207) #410 - 66 (14.537) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP): #152 - 71 Laps (12.530 ext.) #26 - 69 (2.746) #27 - 68 (5.190) #27 - 67 (10.324) #54 - 66 (9.828) 1960-1965 SCCA and USRRC North American Sportscar (USSP): #27 - 75 Laps (10.119 ext) #93 - 71 (5.967) #88 - 71 (12.956) #97 - 69 (9.455) #98 - 69 (14.250) 1960-1965 SCCA and USRRC North American Sportscar Plus (USSP+): #128 - 80 Laps (3.809 ext) #47 - 79 (11.297) #66 - 79 (13.107) #4 - 70 (10.401) #65 - 68 (13.949) Boulevard Cruisers (BC): 74 Laps (11.708 ext.) 72 (8.421) 62 (16.407) [foogallery id="38350"] Cheers!

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    • La Carrera Panamericana XIII Share your entry details including photographs within this topic thread by replying. NOTE: to register you must fill in the online model registration form located within the events calendar. Thank you for sharing!!!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • The Nova Ridge Experiment A little while back it was discussed that the Nova Ridge track lane spacing might fit 1/24 or 1/25 scale cars. The idea went to sleep for a little while. Then a friend at the Group 25 modeller's club said he had a dozen 1/25 full size bodies, chrome, and window kits for sale at $5 each. The perfect solution for a test. Art was with me that day. We both jumped at the opportunity, and bought all twelve kits (see classifieds if you want one). Test #1 - The bodies were set on the track to see if they could pass each other. A painted body was located at the recent Group 25 slot car flea market. The paint sucks, but it too was only $5. It sped up the test. A chassis was made to fit using 1/32 parts. One of the points of this test was to make it affordable (Cheap!). A Fox-10 motor was used. They retail for $8.95 US and Professor Motor has over 8,000 motors in stock. A nice affordable set of DArt wheels and tires were used to round out the test. This is the test car made with a $5 body. This is not a new class. It's simply a test to see if these cars can pass each other without creating a smash-up derby. We definitely expect these "Big Bruisers" to trade paint. This test only applies to the Nova Ridge track. These cars won't fit anywhere else. The 1/25 scale cars will likely not be a part of any 1/32 race. It may end up becoming a once-in-a-while evening here and there. Time will tell. Five Nova Ridge regulars have already bought a 1/25 body in anticipation. JMSracer has the coolest 1960 Ford Starliner already built and ready to race. The test continues. More to come. Ken

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    • R32 LXXII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, April 1, 2023 @ Molto VeLoce Classes: 1950's Grand Prix (50GP) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP) Trans Am (TA) Classic LeMans (CLM) Modern LeMans P/GT (LMP) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 11v Three marshals for every heat Race to line result determines finishing order 1950's Grand Prix (50GP): #32 - 96 Laps (13.318 ext.) #26 - 96 (19.311) #11 - 95 (11.571) #13 - 94 (16.530) #30 - 90 (15.088) #15 - 88 (16.463) 1960's Endurance Sportscar (60SP): #152 - 95 Laps (23.043 ext.) #54 - 94 (17.148) #11 - 93 (14.518) #26 - 93 (16.280) #29 - 87 (20.094) #54 - 84 (23.182) #15 - 82 (28.188) Trans Am (TA): #45 - 99 Laps (17.493 ext.) #78 - 98 (15.908) #2 - 98 (22.950) #6 - 96 (11.237) #23 - 92 (18.333) #6 - 88 (21.893) #87 - 87 (29.657) Classic LeMans (CLM): #3 - 102 Laps (12.970 ext.) #6 - 102 (15.837) #4 - 101 (13.560) #5 - 100 (10.259) #3 - 99 (12.172) #67 - 95 (14.447) #38 - 93 (23.855) Modern LeMans P/GT (LMP/GT): #77 - 113 Laps (15.806 ext.) #12 - 112 (12.849) #11 - 110 (13.983) #5 - 107 (13.289) #00 - 105 (9.137) #1 - 102 (14.478) #7 - 101 (27.365) [foogallery id="38558"] Cheers to everyone who could make it out and especially to Sheldon for d(r)iving right into R32 - your very clean racing style will serve you well in the hobby - fewer broken chassis and more importantly more friends on track!

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    • Nova Ridge Open House I delivered these four lovely Fly Classics to Nova Ridge yesterday in time for Mike's Open House. Mike's guests had a blast running them at a lower voltage. Some were even half decent racers!!! After some practice we ran an IROC race for several guests who were keen to try. Met many interesting friends of Mike, including one of the four creators of Trivial Persuit and another a prominant Canadian comedian - a local Mississauga boy and muscle car enthusiast too! Sandwiches and wraps provided by Casa Dolce were scrumptious too! Many thanks to Mike for inviting us to play in his man cave! Thanks to Porsche911 and Kensredzed for helping corral the cats too!!!  

      Started by: Arthur in: Local Slot Car Groups

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    • Riverhampton Photo Collage for Thursday April 6 2023 Seven out of Eight participants made it out to this event due to the Passover (Pesach) holidays.   Classes: 1. Vintage Mini’s - 8.80 second bracket 2. 1950's GP 3. 1960's GP 1.5L 4. Trans AM 5. Revoslot GT (stock)   Format: ● 3 minute heats (180 seconds) x 3. ● Voltage set @ 10.5v ● Three marshals for every heat. ● Race to line result will determine finishing order. ● Vintage Mini’s 8.8 second bracket; all other classes no bracket.     1) Vintage Mini's The host took the checkered flag.  Congrats to Gary for the fastest lap with an 8.804 in the blue lane, he won the extra point and placed second.   2) 1950's GP Winner took the flag with 71 laps, second had 70 laps and third and fourth both finished with 69 laps and a 7.2 second variance on extension.   3) 1960's GP Winner took the flag with 71 laps, second and third both finished with 69 laps and a 5 second variance on extension. 4) Trans AM First and second both finished with 71 laps (Kudos to Alan for his second place finished!), third and fourth both finished with 70 laps.   5) Revoslot GT (Stock) No photos were taken of the Revoslot cars, only four racers participated.  First and second both finished with 78 laps and only a 3.5 variance on extension. 1) Marcos LM600 GT2 - 78 laps 2) Porsche 911 GT1 - 78 laps 3) Mercedes Benz CLK GTR - 75 laps 4) Dodge Viper GTS - 74 laps   Thanks to all participants that made this another fun evening of racing!    

      Started by: Avatar photoJMSracer in: T32

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    • R32 LXXIII FINAL RACE RESULTS Saturday, May 6, 2023 @ Nova Ridge Classes: Classic Stock Car (CSC) 1970's Grand Prix (70GP) 3.0L LeMans (3LM) Group 5 (G5) Unlimited Open (U) Format: 4 minute heats (180 seconds) x 4 Voltage set @ 11v Two marshals for every heat Race to line result determines finishing order Classic Stock Car (CSC): #20 - 52 Laps (24.022 ext.) #41 - 52 (28.973) #92 - 51 (17.116) #29 - 46 (26.274) #58 - 37 (103.584) #32 - DNF 1970's Grand Prix (70GP): #11 - 60 Laps (31.451 ext.) #17 - 59 (33.753) #15 - 58 (42.584) #34 - 56 (25.006) #3 - 52 (46.231) #12 - 36 (111.491) 3.0L LeMans (3LM): #5 - 60 Laps (30.051 ext.) #7 - 59 (13.334) #10 - 59 (25.844) #32 - 57 (12.798) #4 - 55 (28.335) #85 - 53 (30.780) Group 5 (G5): #23 - 62 Laps (26.577 ext.) #50 - 60 (30.598) #32 - 59 (16.778) #539 - 59 (30.599) #16 - 53 (31.882) #59 - 47 (25.195) Unlimited Open (U): #7 - 63 Laps (33.619 ext.) #21 - 62 (23.289) #21 - 61 (24.096) #33 - 55 (30.909) # - 52 (29.701) # - DNS [foogallery id="39189"]

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    • Spa Lyons Feb 10 2024 A Speedy 6 descended on Spa, 1st event in a long time, and Brian J's inaugural pilgrimage to the Holy land of Milton.. :>) An interesting escalation of decades and speeds were the selected program for the day. Though Valentines Day was days away, no Love lost on the circuit! 1st up was Hot Rods, Brillcream, Beachboys, and the acrid smell of Burnouts filled the air... Fred's Tudor was tu fast for the rest of the fleet, though the Greektown Garage 49 was a Souvlaki away from taking the top spot, followed by the Rat Finked 32 for the podium. The Chicken flew the coop, and had it not been Super Bowl weekend, "1.45 Billion Chicken Wings consumed", it may have been in flight! Next on the dance card was 60's Sportscars, no rolled up shirtsleeves with Marlboros for these pilots at the wheel of these 'Fine Foreign Fenders', their girlfriends riding Vespa's side saddle, pondering if "Henri" will be there for Diner, as per Sir Jackie, "a time when Sex was safe, and Motor racing dangerous(I love that!) :>) A scant 1.4 seconds separated the podium, with Sir Jackie, errr Sir Kenneth of Scarborough(sounds quite regal) taking the top spot, and the kiss of course!   Now up a decade, Classic Lemans but 'hot motored'... But 1st a sidebar..."Karate Kris", whilst Marshalling, displayed his finely honed "Oi-zuki" (lunge punch), perhaps he and Gary have the same Sensei... :>) But all fine, nowhere near the carnage of 55 Lemans, or for that matter, Jimbo's Surgical slicing...but I digress... Sir Surtees prevailed, with some very fine fine duels, and the bespoke 917 showed some promise(now back to the Skunkwerks!)  Fast forward 30+ years, and now the Pilots of yesteryear are hopefully watching, wondering what THEY could have done with such technological marvels! Modern LMP, have at it! Hmmm, looks like I have to add pics later...stay tuned    

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    • American Thunder Join us for this first running of American Thunder at The Ring - rescheduled for September 23, 2023 @ 9am! To register your eligible models please visit the American Thunder calendar event and fill out the online model registration form for each model. Please remember that it isn't necessary to have a model for every class to participate in this event. Make sure to add photos, historical details and/or a link to your Scratch32 built forum topic within this event thread. See ya'll there! Now get building!!!

      Started by: Arthur in: R32

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    • Welcome to The Lane Art thanks for adding this page for me, tonight I tracked down the download from the 2015 blog I ran and it contains pictures of the build process for The Lane and also predecessor tracks.   So that will be my material source to start off. The first question might be how did I come up with the name.  Not too far along the build process Art asked me “so what are you going to name it?”.  I thought about it and the next time we met I said it’s called “The Lane”.  Why?  Well my lifelong English soccer [football for the purists] team is Tottenham Hotspur.  The stadium that they played at was called White Hart Lane which was affectionately referred to by supporters as “The Lane”.  To me it implies racing connotations so it seemed a natural choice to call the track that for a number of reasons. So what does it look like?

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    • Goodwood II 2023 Goodwood II After a wonderful day in Kimberly, Ontario, the latest work on Goodwood II is complete. Sinkhole patched, final touchups done, straw bales & tire stacks added and original track structures back in place. Trackmate hardware & software tested and racing surface thoroughly cleaned. A big thank you to Ken for all of his help and to Scott for his generous hospitality as always. [foogallery id="41220"]

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    • Placing an order for an aluminum chassis Thank you very kindly for considering an aluminum chassis. 1/32 or 1/25 chassis are $40 each. To order, please send me an email, or catch me at a race. These are custom made. No extra charge to map out a body. Show me what you've got for a body kit, and we will make it happen. Ken  

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    • Making your own chassis Almost anyone can make an aluminum chassis at home using very simple tools. The methods and practises for machining a chassis are posted here in the workshop academy. https://scale-modeler.ca/forums/topic/monday-october-29-2018-700-930pm-basic-aluminum-chassis-design-build/ The better the tools. The better the end result. Always remember to put safety first. Eye goggles, etc...

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    • Chassis mapping The more cars you make. The easier it gets to map out a body. Don't worry too much about sticking to the car list. I can map out a body fairly quickly. Show me some bodies that aren't normally slot cars. Those tend to be more interesting. Porsche911's 1961 Ford Ranchero is pretty cool. Not many of those around. Ken

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    • 1:32 DArt Mirage BRM M2 Body Kit 1969 Mirage BRM M2 1:32 Body Kit by DArt A stunning endurance prototype from 1969 - the perfect racing sister to the Ferrari 312P. This hand made DArt body kit is based on the original Aurora release. Molded in lightweight and resilient white plastic this one piece shell with clear plastic windscreen and separate clear headlamp lenses is perfect for any sidewinder, anglewinder or inline application. The shell alone is 142mm long x 68mm wide and weighs in at approximately 20.0 grams including windscreen and lenses. The wheelbase is approximately 75.0mm. This Mirage BRM M2 body kit includes the following pieces: One lightweight plastic body; Large clear plastic windscreen and side windows; One pair of clear headlight lenses; Pilot (shoulders, arms and head) with steering wheel and black foam 'card'; and DArt medium size 11.44mm 4506SP3KO plastic wheel inserts (4) with adapter rings for Slot.It wheels (4). No decals are provided. A limited run of 10 will be available for pickup at the Group 25 model show this Sunday March 3, 2024 or thereafter from DArt. Cost at the show (and thereafter) is $65. Order and reserve yours online now for $55 and save $10! Free pickup on Sunday at the show or email DArt to arrange another convenient pick up option. For those not local select the mailing option and your kit will be mailed next Monday (postage added at checkout). Order Now!

      Started by: Arthur in: What’s New! New Releases & Other Useful Stuff

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    • Mini Infinity Routed HO Track Art was kind enough to accept the challenge to create a new HO track on a 3' foot by 7' foot base. It's a very cool layout. It's made of 3/8" inch MDF. The copper tape was custom spaced for HO cars. Variable power supply 0-30 volts - 10 amps. Track-Mate driver stations so Professor Motor 1/32 controllers can be used. Braids need to be installed on every car. The Thunderjet guide pins need to be sleeved to increase the diameter. I have mostly silicone HO tires, so this is a dedicated silicone track.

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    • Parts required to assemble a chassis The following is a suggested parts list for a typical aluminum chassis build. 3/32 x 3/16 Professor Motor Oilite bushing part# PMTR 1073 (or bearings part# PMTR 1176). 3/32 Professor Motor axles part# PMTR 1034 (Hardened). A variety of different size axle spacers. NSR or Professor Motor brand seem to work well. Professor Motor 2x3mm set screws part# PMTR7000 (Hardened hollow point) or Spaenaur part#481-006 in bulk. Professor Motor silicone high-flex lead wire# PMTR 1060 (yellow) PMTR 1059 (black) PMTR 1058 (red). Slot.It universal screw-in guide part# CH10, or NSR 4845 screw-in guide. Slot.It 1mm competition braid part# SP19. Slot.It 23T offset crown gears. DArt Hobbies 10T pinions. DArt Hobbies BWMS050 motors. RS Slot Racing wheels UK, or Slot.It wheels. DArt tires. DArt Hobbies wheel inserts. #227 Evergreen styrene tubing for 4-40 body posts. 4-40 brass inserts for body posts. 4-40 countersink screws (Phillips preferred) DArt Hobbies #3 Urethane body washers. 5-minute epoxy. Note: Substitutions may create fitment or performance issues. Links to suppliers for parts: http://www.darthobbies.com/ https://www.professormotor.com/ http://www.raceworldcanada.com/shipping.php https://spaenaur.com/catalog/3/#zoom=z (1,716 pages)

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    • Recent Group 25 show Hello friendly slot car racers.  It was good to see many of you at the show. Art and I had a great day as vendors at the show yesterday. However, it's impossible to attend a show and not have clingons follow you home. Both these kits have one-piece bodies and should make excellent S24 or Mini-Z cars. First up is a '61 Ferrari 250 GT SWB. This Lamborghini Miura is another impressive kit. Thank you very kindly for looking. Ken

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    • 61 Ranchero Hot Rod Though my 'handle' here is Porsche911, I LOVED the 'American Muscle' that ruled the roads in the 60's and 70's, Stangs, Camaro's, Cuda's and such, and as we have a 'Hot Rod' class, I wanted something...as John Cleese would say, "And now for something completely different". :>) I thought a departure, different than most of the others, and had an 'AMT Scale Stars' 61 Ranchero tucked away, so this is it. Because I elected to go with supplied full interior, it's likely nowhere near slammed low enough, nor light enough to be too fast but I think it looks Baaaad, if you're into that type of thing. Going forward, should I acquire another 1, I'd use a flat/card interior, and also rip out the entire bed and cover with a tonneau top. I did have to cut a wee bit to accommodate crown gear, hence the 'beverages' in the back, plus a guy could thirsty driving this. :>) Added some 'smoke' to tailpipes, and the 'Skull' to grill, might not be everyone's cuppa but after test fit, I loved it. Alas, my photo skills/lighting aren't the greatest so you may not be able to see the small decal details(all homemade). Lovely KRZ chassis fitted, slimcan 'Vanski' motor, 10X23, RS Slot wheels, D'Art inserts, driver by Pioneer and lady friend vintage Revell. Vinnies Hot Rods of Fresno has given the 'Lil Devil' a shakedown, and it's about 3/4 of a second off where it would be somewhat competitive, but it's fun, who knew I could be whimsical...LOL Hope you enjoy, Cheers!  

      Started by: Avatar photoPorsche911 in: Scratch Built Models

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    • Two Lane Blacktop-inspired ’55 Chevy Hey guys, I haven't raced with the group for a while. Having been invited back into the fold there were a few classes that I need to build cars for. One of which is Hot Rods. During the pandemic I ended up ordering a few movies to pass the time - one of which was Two Lane Blacktop. I had never seen it before, and it's really worth a watch. It's French New Wave meets hot rods in the best possible way. The hero car of the film is a '55 Chevy driven by "The Driver" (musician James Taylor), and worked on by "The Mechanic" (Beach Boys drummer Dennis Wilson). They travel from town to town with The Girl (Laurie Bird) engaging in street races and trying to hustle a few bucks along the way. Eventually the meet up with "G.T.O" (Warren Oates - I'll let you guess what he drives) who challenges them to a race to Washington D. C. - the winner taking the loser's car. I'm a big fan of movie cars, so after seeing this movie I set out to find myself a '55 Chevy body. I was lucky to find a Monogram Snap-Tite kit in 1/32 scale on ePay. Hot Rod rules call for the BWA FF050 slim can in an inline configuration with skinny wheels. Being a fan of the Slot.it HRS2 chassis I was able to source an FF050 motor pod on Shapeways. With all the bits and pieces in hand, it was time to hit the spray booth aka the level 3 stairwell vestibule in my condo's parking structure. Here's what I ended up with: The hood scoop is fabricated out of Evergreen sheet styrene. Driver is a vac-formed interior from Slot Car Corner. I went with the slammed stance since that's what it takes to get the CG down low. I opted for the side pipes because - why not? Anyhow, we'll see how well it runs at the next Hot Rod race. See you guys then! - DrV

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