What he said times two. I may even have a new nick name.
752 February 20, 2015 9:18 am
Re: On The Bench - CHEAP Slot Cars? (37 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
I agree, very fun and easy to run.
753 February 20, 2015 9:15 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
WOW, what a great night of racing and we didn't even make it to the BRM class. Very close racing through out, sometimes a little too close Mr. Fisher! The Beast Vette has it's eyes on you :-). Thank you Bill and Diane for the hospitality as always.
Regards
Rico
754 February 10, 2015 7:55 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
Thanks for the lesson Monte, here is an image of the the book:
Here is a link to a thread I started on HRW which has some additional info if anyone is interested:
http://www.homeracingworld.us/viewtopic … mp;t=10044
Rico
755 February 8, 2015 11:31 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
There is some evidence that the guy in that picture is the legendary Bob Braverman- journalist, motorcycle and drag racer, modeler and slot car enthusiast.
756 February 7, 2015 8:54 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
It turns out Kal Kar made wood track sections as well
757 February 7, 2015 8:20 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
They are pretty close to the originals to me
758 February 7, 2015 3:20 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
I picked up another vintage car today. It's a vintage Kal Kar Ready to Run car which according to the LA Slot Car Museum is a fairly rare car. The paint job is factory and definitely not the correct color for the 1:1 car but correct in this instance. It's in pretty decent condition with just a few cracks in the rear panel. The funky baby blue tires may be stock as well.
And the $20.00 price was certainly a bargain.
759 February 6, 2015 8:24 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
wb0s wrote:
Rico Locati brought out his vintage Corvair for a few parade laps.
And it ran surprisingly well.
760 February 6, 2015 12:42 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
Da Goose certainly showed us the fast way around Too Bad last night but I was rather handicapped and even more disturbing he told me he dreams of beating the disabled (me) on a regular basis and that he wakes up happy. I think it's just plain wrong 
That being said I had fun last night despite my condition, thank you Bill and Diane for hosting these regular races and to all those who brought snacks.
Regards
Rico
761 February 1, 2015 7:51 pm
Topic: First Sunday Feb. 1, 2015 (5 replies, posted in Penguin Point Raceway)
A big thank you to Monte and Victoria for their hospitality and generosity in hosting these 1st Sunday races. As per usual I ate way to much, thanks to all who contributed. I thoroughly enjoyed myself visiting and of course the racing too. Dominic had fun too and can't wait for the next time he can race.
Regards
Rico
762 January 31, 2015 2:41 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
I bought another Garvic earlier today at a collector mart and yes the price tag is what I paid.
763 January 30, 2015 3:16 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
wb0s wrote:
Now if we could just get you to slow down a little.........
That's the only way he can keep up cuz he's old and retired or he could just cheat. Oh wait, that didn't work out so well either
764 January 30, 2015 10:01 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
kidvolt wrote:
And why shouldn't we be using vintage controllers? It seems a little silly to be using a controller that costs more than 10x the cost of the car when new.
I vote you to give it a try next time. Of course the rest of us won't be right behind you!
765 January 30, 2015 8:17 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
What a fantastic night of racing! Everybody is certainly bringing their "A" game and the racing is the better for it. Thank you Bill for hosting these events and bringing us all together. Once again, I'm sorry Goose for busting up the Chaparral, I feel really awful about it. I just didn't feel the rider and it happened so fast. 
Already looking forward to the next race.
Rico
767 January 24, 2015 11:01 am
Re: NASTE Race No. 8 (3 replies, posted in NASTE)
I'll be sure and tell her you said that.
768 January 24, 2015 10:04 am
Topic: NASTE Race No. 8 (3 replies, posted in NASTE)
Great pic on the home page for this race. I look like I'm asleep on my feet and what is Bill getting ready to hit? And why do Goose and Dorothy think it's so funny? Victoria and Tyler seem oblivious to it all or they're super concentrated on the race.
769 January 24, 2015 9:55 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
Yep, and those are some mondo tires from Paul Gage.
770 January 24, 2015 9:35 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,210 replies, posted in NASTE)
The mighty Vette is ready to go
771 January 23, 2015 3:20 pm
Re: Current Status (138 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
I have that Barracuda kit and was making it into a Team Starfish slot car for Amelia but I never finished it. The body is pretty narrow and the Pioneer chassis I was using just was too wide especially in the rear with a sidewinder motor set up.
772 January 22, 2015 5:47 pm
Re: New Chassis Available for Rapid Raceway Classes (56 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Lookin' good Howie!
773 January 22, 2015 5:45 pm
Re: Current Status (138 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Well, Happy Birthday Bill.
774 January 21, 2015 8:24 am
Re: Current Status (138 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
The Daytona 24 hr race is this weekend. Here is the TV schedule:
Television Broadcast:
2:00 - 4:00 PM ET 1/24/2015 FOX
4:00 - 8:00 PM ET 1/24/2015 FOX Sports 2
8:00 - 10:00 PM ET 1/25/2015 FOX Sports 1
10:00 PM - 7 AM ET 1/25/2015 IMSA.com
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM ET 1/25/2015 FOX Sports 1
775 January 18, 2015 11:43 am
Re: NASTE Race No.7 ??????? (3 replies, posted in NASTE)
Monte and Victoria, thank you so much for the race yesterday, I had a blast on the new track. I believe it was the first time I actually liked racing digital rather than just enduring it. (pardon the pun) The Carrera set up is much easier to use for everyone except for maybe Goose . I can't wait until you get all the details finished. Thanks to all that bought food/snacks unfortunately I managed to eat too much. I would like to thank my teammates for being awesome and a special round of applause for our outstanding team manager Todd.
Rico