I may try to make it but I don't need a ride
1,176 January 2, 2010 1:20 pm
Re: Racing at The Pen - Free for all (17 replies, posted in Penguin Point Raceway)
1,177 December 25, 2009 6:26 pm
Re: Merry Christmas Everyone! (5 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Merry Christmas everyone. Anyone get any new toys???? Here's the one's I received as gifts, not counting my presents to myself
Vintage 1/24 1964 Corvair slot car conversion
Scalextric Ferrari 375
Rico
1,178 December 16, 2009 1:01 pm
Re: north/south endurance challenge 2010 (14 replies, posted in Events)
Anyone else having trouble with the link? I end up in www limbo land
1,180 December 4, 2009 1:49 pm
Topic: Fly Class Rules (2 replies, posted in BSCC)
Eligible cars:
Ferrari 512S- Any version, long tail (coda lunga), short tail, spyder even the Playboy versions if so desired.
Lola T70
Chevron B19
Chevron B21
Porsche 908/2, 908/3, 908 Flunder
Porsche 917K, 917LH (long tail), 917 Spyder, 917 Flunder?, Please NO 917-10 CanAm
Ford GT-40
Ferrrari 250LM kit
Any other Fly Classic car with the motor pod like the ones listed above.
Modifications:
Minor blueprinting of chassis and body. ie light sanding for clearance issues. Stock motor pods required.
Stock Fly blackstripe motor. It is permissable to cut off excess shaft to avoid tire clearance issues. Some motors apparently do not have a black stripe. If a non blackstripe motor is found to be excessively fast then it must be changed to a black stripe motor. One exception is the black endbell motor found in the Ferrari 250LM.
Stock gear ratio only but changing brands is allowed. Ratio 11t pinion, 36t spur
No magnets of any kind (except in the motor for you smart asses and you know who you are)
Stock wheels front and rear
Stock front tires
Spec rear tire- IndyGrips 3003 to fit Fly Classic
Converting stub axles to straight axles or bushing the stub axles with brass
Lead or brass weights are allowed
No exposed weights. All weights must be inside chassis.
Any guide flag that does not require extensive chassis modification (ie Slot.it for stock guide is ok.)
Any brand of braid and lead wire.
.040 minimum ground clearance.
No weight limits max/min.
Cars must retain all stock interior and glass
1,181 November 27, 2009 9:25 pm
Re: Other classes for other days (7 replies, posted in Penguin Point Raceway)
Who's a peein'?
1,182 November 27, 2009 12:14 pm
Re: Fly Classics Class Rules (16 replies, posted in Penguin Point Raceway)
George- This is a separate series from the proposed series at BSCC and has separate rules. The Fly class at BSCC has been pushed back to next summer so people only have to worry about preparing one car for racing at BSCC this winter which is going to be the SCX GT cars
Rico
1,183 November 26, 2009 12:15 pm
Re: Other classes for other days (7 replies, posted in Penguin Point Raceway)
I have a few too! Rally cars that is.
1,184 November 21, 2009 10:29 pm
Topic: Enduro (3 replies, posted in BSCC)
Thanks to Randy and family for hosting the Enduro today- if you were'nt there, you missed a great time, a ton of good food and a visit from some of our Seattle area friends. All in all a great time was had by everyone and the racing was very close to the end.
Regards
Rico
1,185 November 21, 2009 10:18 pm
Re: Collector Finds (3 replies, posted in Cars)
She's a beauty- congrats on the find
Rico
1,186 November 20, 2009 9:40 am
Re: Gran Prix Cars in the spirit of Nuvolari (26 replies, posted in Cars)
I guess what I'm trying to say is that 1950-1969 is too big of a spread, the cars changed dramatically during that period. The change started with the rear engine revolution, but tire size didn't catch up until the mid 60's along with the increase in engine displacement from 1.5 to 3.0 liters. Of course, limiting the the year range eliminates my choice of car, but I think it would be for the betterment of the series. It is your series and I will leave you with the decision.
Rico
1,187 November 19, 2009 11:20 pm
Re: Gran Prix Cars in the spirit of Nuvolari (26 replies, posted in Cars)
As much as it pains me to say this, maybe you should make the year cut off around 1964-5. After those years, tires got bigger and the cars got faster.
Rico
1,188 November 19, 2009 5:22 pm
Re: Gran Prix Cars in the spirit of Nuvolari (26 replies, posted in Cars)
I'm leaning toward the 1967 AAR Eagle T1G by Scalextric. It seems to fit the criteria except for the width of tires which look wider than Ninco classics. What's the ruling on this Monte. 18k motor-check, pre 1969- check, beautiful- check
Rico
1,189 November 18, 2009 10:46 am
Re: Very Sad Tidings... (3 replies, posted in BSCC)
Wow- a double whammy. I certainly will miss Greg's generosity and his love of slot cars and most of all his friendship. I will always treasure the time spent running his extraordinary track.
Rico
1,190 November 15, 2009 9:15 pm
Re: Monte at the SCX Nationals (4 replies, posted in Events)
kidvolt wrote:
Learned a few new tricks.....even heard things that I can not tell you.
Can't or won't tell.......
kidvolt wrote:
Spent today touring the historical sites in downtown Philadelphia. Apparently there isn't really a map on the back of the Declaration of Independence...
But were your wearing the proper spectacles?
Rico
1,191 November 15, 2009 11:30 am
Topic: Naste Race #1 (1 replies, posted in NASTE)
Thanks to Jeff for a fun filled race to kick off the new season. Congrats to the winners. We'll see ya next time in Canby
Rico
1,192 November 15, 2009 11:27 am
Topic: Monte at the SCX Nationals (4 replies, posted in Events)
Best pic I've seen of the Big Smooth and look at that Team Naste t-shirt.
Regards
Rico
1,193 November 11, 2009 12:47 pm
Re: Resilient Resin bodies (2 replies, posted in Cars)
Sorry news indeed, he will be missed.
Rico
1,194 November 11, 2009 12:46 pm
Re: Veterans Day in Sandy? (2 replies, posted in BSCC)
Very sorry to hear Greg's under the weather, but it's good news for me as I may be able to attend the rescheduled event.
Rico
1,195 October 31, 2009 8:13 pm
Re: Halloween Race (2 replies, posted in NASTE)
Hey- let's see some pics
1,196 October 31, 2009 4:59 pm
Topic: Halloween Race (2 replies, posted in NASTE)
Thanks to Jeff and the gang for fun, fun, fun Halloween Race. It was a hoot. Did anyone ever find Ken's head?
Rico
1,197 October 27, 2009 8:34 am
Re: Fly Classic Class (26 replies, posted in BSCC)
OOOPS- Cars must retain stock interior and glass
1,198 October 26, 2009 9:34 am
Re: Help Needed for Oregon Trail Rally (1 replies, posted in Events)
I want to give a big shout out to the club members/local racer that came out to help with the SCX Classis Rally Proxy over the weekend. Art, Lee, George, Gordon, Kevin, and Greg- THANKS MUCH, we couldn't have done it without you. The event was a huge success around the globe thanks to your efforts.
Thanks again
Rico and Monte
1,199 October 22, 2009 10:51 am
Re: Fly Classic Class (26 replies, posted in BSCC)
Final Rules (for now)
Eligible cars:
Ferrari 512S- Any version, long tail (coda lunga), short tail, spyder even the Playboy versions if so desired.
Lola T70
Chevron B19
Chevron B21
Porsche 908/2, 908/3, 908 Flunder
Porsche 917K, 917LH (long tail), 917 Spyder, 917 Flunder?, Please NO 917-10 CanAm
Ford GT-40
Ferrrari 250LM kit
Any other Fly Classic car with the motor pod like the ones listed above.
Modifications:
Minor blueprinting of chassis and body. ie light sanding for clearance issues. Stock motor pods required.
Stock Fly blackstripe motor. It is permissable to cut off excess shaft to avoid tire clearance issues. Some motors apparently do not have a black stripe. If a non blackstripe motor is found to be excessively fast then it must be changed to a black stripe motor. One exception is the black endbell motor found in the Ferrari 250LM.
Stock gear ratio only but changing brands is allowed. Ratio 11t pinion, 36t spur
No magnets of any kind (except in the motor for you smart asses and you know who you are)
Stock wheels front and rear
Stock front tires
Spec rear tire- IndyGrips 3003 to fit Fly Classic
Converting stub axles to straight axles or bushing the stub axles with brass
Lead or brass weights are allowed
No exposed weights. All weights must be inside chassis.
Any guide flag that does not require extensive chassis modification (ie Slot.it for stock guide is ok.)
Any brand of braid and lead wire.
.040 minimum ground clearance.
No weight limits max/min.
Cars must retain all stock interior and glass
1,200 October 14, 2009 2:45 pm
Topic: Help Needed for Oregon Trail Rally (1 replies, posted in Events)
Hello Fellow Slotheads- October 23-25 brings 29 slot cars from all over the world to the good ol' Portland Metro area for the SCX Classis Proxy "Oregon Trail Rally". As previously stated the event will be held over three days and feature 5 individual stages. Monte and myself are going to need some volunteers to help accomplish this monumental task. The first two stages will be at Monte and Victoria's in Hillsboro on Friday evening and the next two in Milwaukie at Rico's house. The last stage will be back in Hillsboro on Sunday.
We are aware that the 1/24 Enduro is happening at Rapid Raceway on Fri and Sat and many of you are commited to that extraordinary event but that leaves openings for those who are not participating. Flat out- we need some help to get this event done. Opportunities like this don't come along often so don't miss out on this rare chance to race slot cars from all corners of the globe. Please contact Monte or Rico via e-mail, this forum or by phone if you are availible to help.
Thanks in advance
Rico and Monte