Me too!!!
5,427 August 30, 2010 8:08 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
A couple questions have come up in regards to the 2011 NASTE race schedule. The RPT track is outside and the remaining race dates are Oct & Feb which are both on the colder side. How does everyone feel about adding one more race date to the schedule (possibly late May or early June)?
In addition, would anyone have any objections to scheduling the RPT race for a Wednesday evening instead of the usual Saturday?
----------------Bill
5,428 August 22, 2010 8:55 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
Here are the race dates for the NASTE 2011 racing season:
Point race no.1 - Oct. 16, 2010 - Hemi Heights, Jeff
Oct. 30 Halloween Race - non-points race - Hemi Heights, Jeff
2 - Nov. 20 - Penguin Point, Monte
3 - Dec. 11 - Marshall Field, Randy
4 - Jan. 15, 2011 - Hemi Heights, Jeff.
5 - Feb. 12 - Autumn Hills, Rico
6 - Mar. 19 - Jacqueline Park, Monte
7 - Apr. 16 - SlingShot -, Larry.
8 - May 14 - Autumn Hills, Rico.
All race dates are Saturdays.
For the 2011 racing season, a racer's best seven of the eight total races will count towards the point series championship (racer's will throw out one race).
These are the official tracks for the 2011 season (to date):
Penguin Point Raceway (1/32 routed wood) - Nov. 20, 2010
Jacqueline Park Speedway (1/32 SCX digital) - Mar. 19, 2011
Autumn Hills (1/32 Scalextric) - May 14, 2011
Hemi Heights Raceway Park (1/24 routed wood) - Oct.16, 2010 - Oct.30, 2010 - Jan. 15, 2011
Marshall Field Raceway (1/32 Scalextric) - Dec. 11, 2010
The SlingShot @ Boss Slot Raceway (1/32 & 1/24 routed wood) - April 16, 2011
RPT Raceway (1/32 Revell)
5,429 August 22, 2010 8:50 pm
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
Two topics came up at the NASTE BBQ on Sunday Aug. 22 that are open for discussion.
1). Ideas for trophies for next season. One idea is to have a perpetual trophy listing the names, dates, and tracks for each race winner. After each race the winner would take the trophy home, add something to the trophy, and return with the trophy to the next race. The winner of the next race would then take the trophy home, add something to it, and again return it to the next race. At the end of the season the point series champion would get to keep that trophy, in addition to having the NASTE Point Series Championship Trophy with his or her name added to the nameplate.
A trophy building session was also scheduled for Sunday Oct. 3rd to build some trophies for the individual races.
2). The topic of what cars and classes to race also came up. For the past few years the NASTE Point Series Races have all been IROC style races, which has proved to be a successful format when new racers are considered. Racing individual racer owned cars versus IROC style cars, or some combination of the two was briefly discussed, but warrants more discussion.
Thoughts or comments???? ------------------------Bill
5,430 August 22, 2010 8:33 pm
Re: NASTE BBQ & Meeting - Sunday Aug.22 (4 replies, posted in NASTE)
Jack, Thanks for hosting the NASTE BBQ!! Your track looks and runs great!!! It was a most excellent time!! ----------------------Bill
5,431 August 16, 2010 10:19 am
Topic: NASTE BBQ & Meeting - Sunday Aug.22 (4 replies, posted in NASTE)
Bring your trade or sell stuff along!!!!
I'll bring some stuff. Anybody looking for anything in particular? --------------------Bill
5,432 August 15, 2010 10:48 am
Re: GONE - Routed Track Sections (3 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
You're welcome Rico! ----------------Bill
5,433 August 11, 2010 9:58 am
Re: Want to Trade Pioneer mustang (6 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
I understand your dilema! I'm afraid I may have to own one of the Javelins and Camaros too!!!
5,434 August 10, 2010 5:59 pm
Re: Want to Trade Pioneer mustang (6 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
Get the notchback twin pack and we'll do a trade???
5,435 August 10, 2010 12:02 pm
Re: Want to Trade Pioneer mustang (6 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
Thanks Monte. I'll do that if I don't get any local takers!
5,436 August 10, 2010 10:32 am
Topic: Want to Trade Pioneer mustang (6 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
I recently picked up a Pioneer Mustang Twin Pack. I would like to trade one of these brand new Mustang Fastbacks for a Pioneer Mustang Coupe (notchback). I have the black & gold versions of the fastbacks. --------------------Bill
5,437 August 9, 2010 2:53 pm
Re: Unused Cars For Sale or Trade (7 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
I'm open in the evenings, but my days are booked this week!
5,438 August 9, 2010 8:21 am
Re: Unused Cars For Sale or Trade (7 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
Either way is fine with me Rico! ---------------Bill
5,439 August 9, 2010 8:21 am
Topic: GONE - Routed Track Sections (3 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
I have some sections of routed track FREE to anyone who would like them. They are for a three lane track I started a few years ago, but did not finish. There are 2 - 180 degree turns, 1 - ess turn, and a couple straight sections. They are 1/8 inch slots routed in 1/2 inch MDF, with lane spacing wide enough for 1/24, and suitable for 1/32. The pieces all totalled equal approximately 25 to 30 feet of track. -----------------Bill
5,440 August 9, 2010 8:06 am
Re: Unused Cars For Sale or Trade (7 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
YES, I'll take it for the $25, or if I have something you want to trade for. Either way is OK with me! Maybe we can hook up for lunch or something? -------Bill
5,441 August 9, 2010 8:03 am
Re: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
Thanks Rico. It's all down hill from here.....
5,442 August 8, 2010 3:15 pm
Re: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
It's OFFICIAL!!! The new track at TooBad Motorplex is now a complete circuit! Lap length measures out at 84 1/2 feet........Photo updates soon................ --------------------Bill
5,443 August 8, 2010 11:44 am
Re: Unused Cars For Sale or Trade (7 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
I'm interested in the Vette Rico..... ----------------------Bill
5,444 July 23, 2010 8:09 am
Topic: Custom Built Routed Track (0 replies, posted in Track)
Larry Cockerham is in the process of building a new 1/24 routed track. I received this email from Larry:
I have enough MDF left over to build another small track for someone.. Something like Cox, Revell & Mongram had for sale in the 60's.. Like a figure 8 with one long end and a doughnut with 4' turns.. Maybe with a foot print of 4' X 12 to 16' in size.. Make it a 3 lane with 4" lane spacing.. anyone that might be interested in a small big scale track or even a 1/32 track have them get a hold on me.. I'll cut out & route the track, but they have to build it and put it together them self kind of deal.... I can build a finshed track for a cost.. As it is all I want is time and materials for it.. I have copper tape if they want to go that route too.
If you are interested in having Larry build you a track let me know and I will forward the info to Larry. ------------------Bill
5,445 July 18, 2010 8:23 pm
Re: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
Spent the day today working on the track. I got a pilot lane routed for the last two turns and two of the three remaining straights, in addition to some misc. stuff. I should be able to finish up the routing with one more full day. Now I just need to find the day! --------------------Bill
5,446 July 13, 2010 11:50 am
Re: Wheelbases (1 replies, posted in Cars)
I believe the bigger factor is in the guide flag lead (length between the rear axle and the guide flag pivot point). My understanding, and what I have seen in testing is; the shorter the distance the "quicker" the handling (car will negotiate changes in direction, and tighter radius turns quicker). A good source for information regarding slot car chassis theory is Dave Naylor. Dave has a website with a forum here:
http://oregonmodelracing.com/index.html
-------------Bill
5,447 July 13, 2010 10:25 am
Re: NASTE for 2011 (61 replies, posted in NASTE)
NASTE Racers - The date for the NASTE Meeting & BBQ is Sunday August 22nd.
It will be a pot luck BBQ event at Jack's in Milwaukie.
Plan on discussing the 2011 season, eating, and racing on Jack's 1/32 Revell track!!! ---------------Bill
5,448 July 12, 2010 2:35 pm
Re: New Track Under Construction at TooBad Motorplex in Fairview (178 replies, posted in Track)
You're right Mike, the change is pretty minor. The portion of the curve I re-routed was decreasing radius from approximately 5 inch to about 3 1/2 inch. The middle of the curve was redone with a constant 5 inch radius which should make it a smoother transition to the cars. The inside lane now has a radius very close to that of the middle lane.
5,449 July 11, 2010 10:51 am
Re: Fly Truck Proxy at Penguin Point (5 replies, posted in Events)
Nothin' like day old Mexican food finding it's way home!!!!
5,450 July 10, 2010 7:02 pm
Re: Fly Truck Proxy at Penguin Point (5 replies, posted in Events)
Monte, Thanks for a great night of racing!!!! It reminded me, trucks are for haulin'........... ---------------------Bill