Great day workin' on the track today. But man am I beat and sore now! I've got the hilltop sections of the track connected and secured to the benchwork. That part of the track is ready for a little bondo and some primer. Now I can start the routing of the infield section, the last of the routing. I posted an additional 19 photos of my progress in the Slot-Tech Gallery. --------------------Bill
5,326 June 12, 2010 7:58 pm
Re: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
5,327 June 4, 2010 8:48 pm
Topic: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
OK, awhile back I started the NASTE IROC Camaro Project. Things came up and I put it on hold. Well I've come to the realization (again) that having a track to test on is very important to me. So I have suspended the Camaro build up, and on May 1st i started working on a new routed track. Initially the plan was to use the pieces I had already routed for a track I started about 5 years ago and never finished. Well that hasn't worked out very well with what I now have in mind.
So what I've done to this point is re-done everything. I've posted some photos under "Slot-Tech" that show the build so far. I plan to add photos and description as I go along. As of today I have about 1/3 to 1/2 of the track routed. It is coming along very well, and I am motivated! So check the photos, and I'll keep you all posted..... -----------------------Bill
5,328 June 1, 2010 8:05 am
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
My Saws-All is my favorite tool!!!!
5,329 May 29, 2010 10:10 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
I was thinking we could put together some "special" type trophys for the entire season....
Made out of wood, metal, parts, old trophys......................whatever........
5,330 May 29, 2010 7:03 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
Yes, I had thought about making trophys for next season. Although I was thinking of trying to be somewhat creative.............
5,331 May 28, 2010 8:57 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
Where are you putting all the trophy's????
Planning an addition??????
5,332 May 28, 2010 8:45 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
You're right Bryan. After you emailed me I checked the OSCAR website to verify their race dates. That's why I posted the conflict message and suggested we move to the first Saturdays. I really would like to avoid conflicting race days! It benefits everyone! ------------------Bill
5,333 May 28, 2010 7:38 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
I kinda like like the first Saturday just because it's easy to remember and keep track of.
I think it is a good idea to contact the other groups to see if they are interested in coordinating race schedules.
5,334 May 28, 2010 7:07 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
I would like to set a date for the NASTE pre-season meeting to talk about the 2011 racing season. Jack has volunteered to host a BBQ and track day. So if you would, please let me know what day/date would be good for you. I'm looking at sometime in August 2010. Thanks! ------------------Bill
5,335 May 27, 2010 6:01 pm
Re: NASTE for 2010 (51 replies, posted in NASTE)
Have you guys checked out the current point standings????
We have a tie for second with third one point behind, and first place only has a 10 point margin........
This is all going into the last race!!!!
5,336 May 23, 2010 3:19 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
It's been a good weekend for track work. I've got over 55 feet of 3 lane routed so far, which includes eight curves and one 9 foot straight. So far there are only three other straights, none of which are over 3 feet. Up to this point the tightest curve is 8 inch radius for the inside lane. The hilltop section is all routed, next I'll be starting on the lower infield section. ---------------Bill
5,337 May 23, 2010 7:39 am
Topic: Great race yesterday!!!!! (1 replies, posted in NASTE)
Rico, Thanks for the last minute save! It was a great race, and speaking for the whole group we appreciate your support!
Jack, We almost made it! Very nice layout, now its time to work out the bugs!
--------------------Bill
5,338 May 22, 2010 10:43 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
OK, we have conflicts....Most of the OSCAR races have been scheduled for the third Saturdays.
We have options..............the FIRST Saturday of each month will work except for New Years Day 2011.
OR........we could move to Sunday races..........
Comments?????
5,339 May 21, 2010 11:56 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
I like it!!!!! ---------------Bill
5,340 May 21, 2010 9:42 am
Topic: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
Edited June 27, 2010
I'm trying to get a jump on planning and scheduling for NASTE's 2011 season. For one thing, I'm looking at a more consistant and firm racing schedule for next year. I am considering the first Saturday of each month as a race date.
Based on the first Saturday race schedule these would be the proposed dates for the 2011 schedule:
Sept. 4, 2010
Oct. 2, 2010 - conflict with Rapid Raceway - suggest move one week to Sept. 25th or Oct. 9th.
Nov. 6, 2010
Dec. 4, 2010
Jan. 1, 2011 - New Years Day (could move to the 8th?)
Feb. 5, 2011
Mar. 5, 2011
Apr. 2, 2011
May 7, 2011
This would be a total of 9 point series races. Race totals would still be based on your best 8 finishes. Racers would be able to would throw out one race.
NASTE races will include the Board Game Series that was introduced in the 2010 season.
The annual NASTE Halloween Race will be scheduled appropriately at Jeff Courtney's Hemi Heights Raceway Park pending Jeff's approval.
I would also like to form a NASTE Committee. The committe would consist of a small group of dedicated volunteers to coordinate NASTE functions and provide oversite.
One function I would like to suggest would be an award or trophy building day before the season begins.
If you have any suggestions for next season please start listing now!
Thanks! ----------------------Bill
5,341 May 17, 2010 12:46 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
I'll edit that to read; one at a time!!!!............w/crap only out one end!!!!
5,342 May 17, 2010 7:58 am
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
Like in; crap out both ends?????
5,343 May 16, 2010 7:38 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
MDF = HEAVY & EXPENSIVE!!!!
.............picked up 3 more sheets..............
5,344 May 16, 2010 12:52 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
Well my original plan was to inlay steel like I did on my routed HO track. The thought being you could run magnetic traction cars also. However I have found on my HO track I don't enjoy racing the magnetic cars much......
On the reverse side, without the steel you don't have to worry about anyone cheating by installing traction magnets in a non-magnetic class....Plus I'll be able to complete the track sooner!
5,345 May 16, 2010 11:50 am
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
To steel or not to steel.......................that is the question!...............................
Comments?????
5,346 May 16, 2010 7:55 am
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
Not much to see yet..............just a bunch of MDF with slots cut into it.......
I should have the lanes for the hilltop section done today....................that's about 1/3 of the layout....
5,347 May 15, 2010 4:00 pm
Re: The BullRing @ TooBad Motorplex for 1/32 (3 replies, posted in Track)
Sold the BullRing........It went back to Roseburg Oregon................I kind miss it sometimes...................but I like the room in my garage! ---------------------Bill
5,348 May 15, 2010 3:57 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
Better today...........................didn't have to apply any bondo!!!!
5,349 May 9, 2010 8:49 pm
Re: Current Status (137 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Sunday night, just finished listing some 1/24th stuff on Ebay for Gary. Got some more work done on my track this weekend. Have re-acquainted myself with my router, bondo, and sanding block. Have changed the plan (again) and pretty much scrapped all the sections I had done from a few years ago. Still might find a use for some of it, not sure at this point. The (current) plan is to finish the upper section of the track before starting on the lower infield. The upper section consists of about 1/3 of the total layout (give or take - hard to figure when the details are only in your head). So far have about 20 feet of three lane routed................................. LONG way to go!!!
5,350 May 9, 2010 2:04 pm
Re: Lessons we sometimes re- learn... (26 replies, posted in Track)
....................AND sore!!!!!