5,476 Reply by wb0s

(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.

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5,477 Reply by wb0s

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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

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5,478 Reply by wb0s

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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!!!!

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5,479 Reply by wb0s

(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

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5,480 Topic by wb0s

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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

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5,481 Reply by wb0s

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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?????

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5,482 Reply by wb0s

(61 replies, posted in NASTE)

I like it!!!!!  ---------------Bill

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5,483 Topic by wb0s

(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

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5,484 Reply by wb0s

(26 replies, posted in Track)

I'll edit that to read; one at a time!!!!............w/crap only out one end!!!!

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5,485 Reply by wb0s

(26 replies, posted in Track)

Like in; crap out both ends?????

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5,486 Reply by wb0s

(26 replies, posted in Track)

MDF = HEAVY & EXPENSIVE!!!!

.............picked up 3 more sheets..............

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5,487 Reply by wb0s

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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!

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5,488 Reply by wb0s

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To steel or not to steel.......................that is the question!...............................

Comments?????

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5,489 Reply by wb0s

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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....

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5,490 Reply by wb0s

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Sold the BullRing........It went back to Roseburg Oregon................I kind miss it sometimes...................but I like the room in my garage!   ---------------------Bill

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5,491 Reply by wb0s

(26 replies, posted in Track)

Better today...........................didn't have to apply any bondo!!!!

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5,492 Reply by wb0s

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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!!!

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5,493 Reply by wb0s

(26 replies, posted in Track)

....................AND sore!!!!!

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5,494 Reply by wb0s

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Today's lesson...............Double check to be SURE you're guide is secure........................ definitely a decreasing radius turn!!!!!........too bad a car wouldn't go through it !!!!!!

BONDO........Second only to WD40!!!!

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5,495 Reply by wb0s

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Cool Rico, thanks!!! It maybe a week or so before I get that far along....

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5,496 Reply by wb0s

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Rico - Cool ! I have a couple more long straights to do later. I'll get a hold of you when I get that far and see if I can come and get it. Thanks!

Monte - I will probably get in a little work on it today. I have to take the trailer and dump it this morning. And Diane and I have an appointment at 5:00 pm, so I'll probably try to sneak so work in from about 10:30 to 3:30 pm.................

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5,497 Reply by wb0s

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Thanks Rico, I do too, but I needed something about 7 1/2 feet long...................the 2 X 4 was good and straight.....except where the knots were! After I routed the straight it all came back to me.....oh yeah!!! Done this before!!!   A little wave in long straights looks kinda cool and the cars don't notice. My 2 X 4 made straights with little bumps.............cars probably would've  looked like they were dodging squirrels!!!!

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5,498 Topic by wb0s

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When you are routing a "really straight" straight, an eight foot stud grade 2 X 4 is not an appropriate straight edge!.................Oh yeah..........CRAP!!!!

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5,499 Reply by wb0s

(12 replies, posted in NASTE)

Yes, our user list is HUGE!!! ........AND there seems to be quite a few "views" of this topic..............maybe it's just us three looking over and over......................and over and over.........etc.....etc..

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5,500 Reply by wb0s

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You're right about the 1/24 track owners being willing to hold a NASTE race. All the track owners I've approached in the past have been very receptive to holding NASTE races! The problem for me becomes the scheduling of so many races at so many different tracks. You have to work around the other clubs schedules as well as the track owners schedules if they hold regularly scheduled races. In addition to most racers each having a scale of racing they prefer, some racers prefer the type of racing a certain club provides (i.e. some club's racing is more serious than others). NASTE races are, and always have been very low key. I'd have to say that the competition is probably not the emphasis in NASTE races. This does not appeal to some racers and that's OK.

   Here's the way I see NASTE and it's value. NASTE gives new racers an opportunity to try racing cars of different scales and types. NASTE gives track owners and clubs the opportunity promote their races and racing by hosting a race to new and or different racers, racers other than their usual crowd. As far as competition, anybody who has competed in the NASTE Point Series knows it is very difficult to race so many different types and scales of cars on various tracks. The are many variables in racing the NASTE Series and the drivers that do the best are those that are best at adaptation and dealing with negative circumstances. We have very few rules, so there just aren't any cheaters. If something goes sideways, there is always the "Too Bad" Rule to fall back on! Once initiated, that's it! But I think the greatest value of NASTE is the way it has integrated the socializing with the racing. NASTE races are NASTE events that include great food and now even board games. I don't see any people leaving the races disappointed or upset..........EVER!

   In regards to "Are you willing to be part of the solution?", I guess I don't fully understand the problem? I didn't think there was a problem, I'm just not sure what road NASTE should go down next season, or if it should even turn a tire?

   There appears to be a lot of viewers on this topic. I'd sure like to hear from some of the newer racers also!  ---------------------------Bill

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