1,751 Reply by wb0s

(117 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)

I believe Zack's body was the BETTA and CLASSIC 1973 Porsche 917-30.   www.bettaandclassic.com

My understanding is the rules for this class were made to keep the cars representative of the real racing cars, true to Northwest True Scale's mission. With that said it should be noted that just because a car is listed by make and model, depending upon the manufacturers design and interpretation of the car, it may not be suitable for or meet the intent of the class. Many of the cars listed are available in versions that are intended for serious competition with no regard from the manufacturers as to being true to scale. Case in point is the TI22. It is listed as a legal body however, there are versions of the body that have exaggerated nose angles and rear wing configurations. These designs are intended to add aerodynamic benefits to slot cars with little to no emphasis on replicating the actual car. If you adhere strictly to the rules, the only TI22 body that is legal is the True Scale body, and it is no longer available. Personally I like the more realistic bodies for this class and in my opinion I think we should update the list of legal bodies before the next racing season for these cars.

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1,752 Reply by wb0s

(51 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)

Videos from the Early Modified race on February 8, 2020

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJvqGvZlIsU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xcwry22F13Y

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1,753 Reply by wb0s

(117 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)

Yes we had some awesome racing at Rapid Raceway Saturday night! There were a lot of fast, good handling, new Can Am cars and Early modifieds out on the track! Thanks Howie for a great time!

Here's some video I took-
Can Am: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2yuMUI05cQ

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1,754 Reply by wb0s

(4 replies, posted in Modifications)

That's a pretty slick set up!

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1,755 Reply by wb0s

(259 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/rapidearlymodifieda1.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/earlymodifiedrapid2.jpg

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1,756 Reply by wb0s

(10 replies, posted in Springwater Raceway)

CLASSIC NASCAR HARD BODY RULES - SPRINGWATER RACEWAY

GENERAL RULES: NW TRUE SCALE SPORTSMAN
BODIES:  1/24 MONOGRAM/REVELL ONLY
GRAND PRIX 84-92
T-BIRD 81-88
OLDSMOBILE 86-92
BUICK REGAL 81-92
MONTE CARLO 84-89
CHEVY LUMINA - ALL

NO BODY MODIFICATIONS ALLOWED. BODY TO BE UNTRIMMED, EXCEPT SIDE SKIRTS AND FRONT VALANCE FOR TRACK CLEARANCE. BODY TO HAVE FRONT AND REAR WINDOWS. QUARTER WINDOWS OPTIONAL.

CHASSIS:  SPORTSMAN CHASSIS RULES. INLINE WITH NO HINGED PANS. RATTLE CHASSIS ONLY.  REAR TRACK TO BE 3.25 INCH MAXIMUM. FRONT TRACK TO BE 3.25 MAXIMUM. AXLE SIZE 1/8. MINIMUM GROUND CLEARANCE IS .055 FRONT AND BACK.

TIRES:  REAR: .900 MINIMUM DIAMETER. FRONT – 7/8 INCH DIAMETER WITH A MINIMUM ½ INCH WIDTH FOAM TIRES. NO CONING OR NARROWING OF THE FRONT TIRES. MUST BE STOCK. COATING FRONT TIRES IS ALLOWED.

MOTORS: PROSLOT-#PS2101, PS2001 and PS2003 OR PARMA #502 SUPER 16D MOTOR ALLOWED.

SPECIAL NOTE: ONE EXTRA BODY WILL BE ALLOWED FOR SPECIAL EVENT RACES. THE BODY MUST BE THE SAME YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL. PAINT SCHEME DOES NOT HAVE TO MATCH. BODY TO BE SUBMITTED AT TECH.

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1,757 Topic by wb0s

(0 replies, posted in Events)

This year the Fray is scheduled for March 4th through the 7th.

I plan to attend this year and have already made my hotel reservations!

For me this is a 5 day commitment. I was unable to make it last year due to inclement weather. I am even more determined to be there this year! I will be attending as a"Mooch" as I do not have any competitive equipment. Luckily for me Mike leech is assembling an awesome oregon team again this year! Thank you Mike!

This is a NATIONAL event, and as far as I know the biggest slot car event in the nation! The last time I participated there were over 100 entries! That's right, and we're not talking 25 guys entering 4 cars each. We're talking 100 actual slot car racers! It truly is an awesome event! More practice track time and race time than anyone could ever need!

If you're interested in going, or have already made plans to go, and are interested in carpooling, I have 3 extra seats in the Xterra for passengers. My plan is to head down Wednesday morning (the 4th), and return Sunday morning the 8th.

==========Bill

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1,758 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

Uh Doc......................your point????

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1,759 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

MRRC UPDATE:

This morning I tested all the MRRC cars I have pictured. These are all used cars out of Goose's stuff, some of them were worked over slightly, some were totally stock. All of the cars had the stock wheels. With stock tires the cars had the typically bouncing and gyrating going on. The cars that he had changed the rear tires to urethane were very smooth running. I assume he had trued them. He also had one car he slipped silicones on. It was also very smooth. This tells me some of the urethane shod cars rear tires may not have been trued.

The only other modifications I found in the cars was the addition of just a little bit of weight. The Cheetah ran exceptional smooth and it had just 1/4 oz. or so of lead just behind the guide flag. None of the cars had the body screws loosened for body float.

Power-wise at 12.75 volts on my track the cars were very smooth and easily controlled. Power delivery was very linear and controllable. I'd say not overpowered or explosive at all.

I think these cars would be suitable for the class you guys have in mind. I would recommend keeping the allowable mods to changing the rear tires to urethanes and adding lead weight. I would put a cap on the car's maximum weight to keep this modification from getting out of hand through "creativity". One or two pieces of sticky backed lead, that's it (INSIDE the chassis - on the bottom NOT allowed).

I will bring some cars to Al's for further testing. Here's my thoughts on the power issue; if the cars have too much power at 10 volts on a shorter, tighter track like Al's, there is no reason the voltage can't be turned down to achieve the desired power level for the cars. I've raced with power levels as low as 6 volts.

===========Bill

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1,760 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

We love your input Tom! We've been doing this so long sometimes we forget what it's like to be "The New Guy"! Keep the input and feedback coming Tom!

=========Bill

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1,761 Reply by wb0s

(4 replies, posted in NASTE)

Lookin' good Monte! Some of that stuff looks kinda familiar.............

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1,762 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

Chris, I'm with ya. I'll do a little testing tomorrow just to see where these cars are at performance-wise. I do not have high expectations. I raced one of the Kellisons in Classic Sports Car Div.I for awhile. It was definitely a handful even at 10 volts!

Doc, I am OUT for any additional IROC stuff! I've done it for years and no longer have any taste for it. From a drivers standpoint it's great. From a long time track owner and promoter's standpoint, it SUCKS! You guys are on your own for IROC races.

=============Bill

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1,763 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1364g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1365g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1366g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1367g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1368g.jpg

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1,764 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1360g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1361g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1362g.jpg

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1363g.jpg

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1,765 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

I did some pokin' around in the nest today (what I have come to refer to the attic of the shop as, as in Goose Nest). I located a few of the cars Chris spoke about that use the Sebring chassis. All of the cars pictured use the exact same chassis, the Sebring. Even the chassis under the Revell/Monogram cars are stamped MRRC. At any rate this is just a small sample of the USED cars I plucked (sorry yet another Goose pun) from a tote.

Tomorrow I will do some testing with these cars to see how they run on Inslot's Checkered Flag in stock configuration. If they run OK here they should run OK anywhere!

Pending test results I would be happy to sponsor this new class of racing by making the cars available CHEAP. Like $15 CHEAP to folks intent on RACING them. But I have two stipulations.......

1. This new class would be developed primarily as an entry level class with its sole purpose to help new racers get started in NASTE's racing program. With that said modifications must be limited and simple to execute.

2. This new class will be called the Goose Cup. Goose really liked the Sebring chassis and I know he was constantly searching for a less powerful motor replacement for the chassis. There are lots of slimline test motors scattered here and there is all of his stuff. Tomorrow I'll see if there is any potential with the stock motors. I know on Al's track as well as others we can just drop the voltage to get the motor performance we desire. Just like we have done for the Over 50 class.

===========Bill

http://www.naste.org/members/bill/IMG_1359g.jpg

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1,766 Reply by wb0s

(7 replies, posted in PASER)

L to R: Nik Nak, Gearloose, and Stewmeat inspecting his Sportscar entry.
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1306.jpg

L & R: Nik Nak and Gearloose.
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1307.jpg

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1,767 Reply by wb0s

(7 replies, posted in PASER)

Racing action. L to R: Nik Nak, Zack, Turingjohn, Ted, and Gearloose. Forefront: Stewmeat...still in the hole....
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1300.jpg

A very rare photo of Bad Bob in the flesh! On the right is Al more well know as MEAT!
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1302.jpg

L to R: Bart, Bad Bob, and Al.
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1303.jpg

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1,768 Reply by wb0s

(7 replies, posted in PASER)

Here's a few photos I was able to snap during and before the race....

Tachometer Ted we called him last night......
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1292.jpg

An intimidating site at any track!
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1294.jpg

Zack in action.
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1297.jpg

L to R: Gearloose, Mitch, and Stewmeat in the hole.
http://www.naste.org/members/bill/paserIMG_1298.jpg

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1,769 Topic by wb0s

(7 replies, posted in PASER)

The PASER Club held it's first race for 2020 on Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway in Vancouver. This was the second PASER race held on the track since it was moved from Aurora Oregon to Vancouver Washington. We had a very good turnout with 11 racers for the first race, which was for the NASCAR Class. The second race for the Sportscar Class was bumped up with an additional entry topping the field out at 12.

The NASCAR race consisted of two rounds of racing. Each round was made up of four 4 minute heat races. This gave each driver an actual 32 minutes of on track race time! Stewmeat and TuringJohn both experienced mechanical difficulties early and were forced to switch to backup cars. Gearloose ran an exceptionally clean race to take the win. These cars are heavy and fast! Crashes are dramatic, and damage does occur from time to time. To me this is just one more of the aspects of racing 1/24 hardbody cars that makes them appealing and exciting!

PASER NASCAR Results:

1. Gearloose  440 laps   3.945216 fastest lap in blue
2. Stewmeat  436          4.007616                    blue  (DQ'd - switched to backup car)
3. Turingjohn  436          3.944807                   yellow  (DQ'd - switched to backup car)
4. Zack          432          4.118102                    blue
5. Tach. Ted   429          4.007296                    blue
6. Bad Bob    428           3.897858                   yellow
7, Wild Bill     419          4.054940                    blue
8. Nik Nak     412           4.179445                   yellow
9. Bart          376           4.499454                   blue
10. Al            371           4.226575                  blue
11. Mitch       267           4.827360                   white

The second race was for the Sportscar Class. This race consisted of one round of racing, four 4 minute heats for a total race time of 16 minutes. Touringjohn was over his first race mechanical issues and took charge of this race early. Only 5 laps separated second pace from fifth place. It was another very close race!

Sportscar Class Results:

1. Touringjohn  232 laps      3.898347 fastest lap in yellow
2. Nik Nak       221             3.999486                     yellow
3. Stewmeat    219             3.952477                     blue
4. Tach Ted      217             4.007215                     yellow
5. Zack           216              4.117274                     blue
6. Gearloose   210              4.171638                      yellow
7. Wild Bill       207             4.053884                     blue
8. Al               205              4.172344                     blue
9. Doc            186              4.390863                     red
10. Bart          170              4.507815                    blue
11. Mitch         166             4.499717                     blue
12. Bad Bob    158              4.062712                    blue

The attendance for this race was encouraging. I'd like to thank everyone that made it out to race at Inslot's Checkered Flag! If you have any ideas or comments that would help me improve the racing here, please send them my way!  =======Bill

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1,770 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

When you guys decide on a chassis platform that might fit this concept let me know. I will see what I have in inventory and make a list.

Any thoughts on Sebring chassis cars for beginners?

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1,771 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

To Chris' point...........uh..............true!

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1,772 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

Hmmmmmmmmmmmm...................MonoVel............I think I saw some of those somewhere............Not sure how many have Sebring chassis. Probably the Porsche 904 and King Cobras. I know the kits do..........think I saw some of those........

MRRC cars have Sebring chassis...........Hmmmmmmmmmmmm............I remember seeing a bunch of those somewhere also...

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1,773 Reply by wb0s

(2,205 replies, posted in NASTE)

I also like that idea Tom. Sounds like a really good way to get new people more involved and up to speed more rapidly. I would also add what Al stated in his previous post.

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1,774 Reply by wb0s

(28 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)

YEAH!!!!................Top 10!!!!

Thanks for a great season Howie!!!!

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1,775 Reply by wb0s

(28 replies, posted in NASTE)

NASTE 2020 Point Series Championship Race No.7 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway January 23, 2020

Race Results - Le Mans Classics Class:

1 Zack  75.5 Laps - 10 points
2 Daniel   74.1 - 9 pts.
3 Chris   73.2  - 8 pts.
4 Jeff   71.9 - 7 pts.
5 Al   71.6 - 6 pts.
6 Rico 69.5 - 5 pts.
7 Tom  69.2 - 4 pts.
8 Stan   68.2 - 3 pts.
9 Mitch  68.1 - 2 pts.
10 Greg 66.4 - 1 pt.

Current Standings for the 2020 NASTE Point Series Championship After 7 Races:

1st Zack - 59 points
2nd Daniel - 56 pts.
3rd Al - 50 pts.
4th Rico - 35 pts.
5th Jeff - 23 pts.
6th Mitch - 20 pts.
7th Greg - 16 pts.
8th Chris - 15 pts.
9th tie Monte  - 13 pts.
9th tie Tom - 13 pts.
11th Stan - 7 pts.
12th Bryan D. - 6 pts.
13th Fernando - 4 pts.
14th Burns - 3 pts.
15th tie Bill - 2 pts.
15th tie Tim Gijio - 2 pts.
17th tie Mark - 1 pt.
17th tie Joe - 1 pt.

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