Electricity is only required to run the optional fan, which is wired to a wall plug line cord (plug it in if you want the fan).
2,127 December 9, 2018 3:24 pm
Re: Bill's Junk (240 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
That's one of the benefits of these smaller units. This one is only 22 inches wide, 24 1/2 inches tall, and 16 inches deep. I'm testing now to see if this one is actually big enough to heat the shop. I've had it running almost an hour and it has brought the temperature up about 10 degrees, 45 to about 52. If this one turns out to be too small I will probably buy my friends model 555. The 555 looks exactly the same but just slightly bigger, with an input of 55,000 BTU.
2,128 December 9, 2018 3:01 pm
Re: Bill's Junk (240 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
HEAT!.............I test fired the space heater for the shop today. I purchased this one used and although it is as old as I am, it works perfectly. These old Siegler space heaters are awesome! Think your gas fireplace is cool? You got nothin' on this ol' heater! I paid $200 for this beauty, mostly because it is the smallest unit they made and very hard to find. These space heaters have a cast iron heat exchanger and are pretty much indestructible! This unit is all original with the original fan motor and gas controls. The input is 33,000 BTU and this one works flawlessly. I will be totally dialed in once I give it a good cleaning! Siegler made three different models of these space heaters, the 555, the 777, and the 333 which is the one pictured here. They have fan motors but will work without electrical power as the fan is optional. The thermostat is hydraulically controlled so they can supply heat in the event of a power outage. The 555s and 777s can usually be picked up for around $100 or less depending on condition, and defective controls can be retrofitted with newer parts. I know where there is a 555 at a good price if anyone is interested.
2,129 December 6, 2018 4:27 pm
Topic: Goodbye Evil Jimmy (4 replies, posted in NASTE)
I'm really gonna miss my buddy Jimmy. No matter what he was always Jimmy!
2,130 December 2, 2018 12:14 pm
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
2,131 December 2, 2018 10:29 am
Re: NASTRUCK. (41 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Good truck race, it was close!
2,132 December 2, 2018 9:26 am
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Great racing last night!
Thanks Howie!
2,133 December 1, 2018 11:59 am
Re: NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship - Results & Standings (51 replies, posted in NASTE)
NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.4 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway November 29, 2018
Race Results - Le Mans Class:
1 Monte 69.4 Laps - 8 points
2 Al 69.3 - 7 pts.
3 Rico 68.8 - 6 pts.
4 Daniel 68.7 - 5 pts.
5 Fernando 66.2 - 4 pts.
6 Greg 63.9 - 3 pts.
7 Stan 58.7 - 2 pts.
8 Jeff 47.3 - 1 pt.
Current Standings for the 2019 NASTE Point Series Championship After 4 Races:
1st Al - 32 points
2nd Monte - 31 pts.
3rd Rico - 25 pts.
4th Daniel - 22 pts.
5th - tie Mitch - 10 pts.
5th - tie Greg - 10 pts.
7th - tie Bill - 9 pts.
7th - tie Gary - 9 pts.
7th - tie Fernando - 9 pts.
10th - tie Jeff - 7 pts.
10th - tie Stan - 7 pts.
12th Terry Redeau - 1pt.
2,134 December 1, 2018 11:44 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,165 replies, posted in NASTE)
Race results from the November 29th Odd Thursday Night Race:
F1:
1 Daniel 69.2 Laps
2 Jeff 66.6
3 Fernando 65.8
4 Rico 65.4
5 Monte 65.1
6 Al 64.5
7 Greg 61.6
8 Stan 60.6
8 Victoria 56.2
Le Mans Class - NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.4 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway:
1 Monte 69.4 Laps
2 Al 69.3
3 Rico 68.8
4 Daniel 68.7
5 Fernando 66.2
6 Greg 63.9
7 Stan 58.7
8 Jeff 47.3
2,135 November 20, 2018 1:34 pm
Re: NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship - Results & Standings (51 replies, posted in NASTE)
NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.3 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway November 15, 2018
Race Results - Can Am Class:
1 Monte 77.4 Laps - 8 points
2 Rico 72.8 - 7 pts.
3 Al 72.0 - 6 pts.
4 Fernando 69.7 - 5 pts.
5 Greg 65.0 - 4 pts.
6 Mitch 63.7 - 3 pts.
7 Stan 60.0 - 2 pts.
8 Daniel 57.9 - 1 pt.
Current Standings for the 2019 NASTE Point Series Championship After 3 Races:
1st Al - 25 points
2nd Monte - 23 pts.
3rd Rico - 19 pts.
4th Daniel - 17 pts.
5th Mitch - 10 pts.
6th - tie Bill - 9 pts.
6th - tie Gary - 9 pts.
8th Greg - 7 pts.
9th Jeff - 6 pts.
10th - tie Stan - 5 pts.
10th - tie Fernando - 5 pts.
12th Terry Redeau - 1pt.
2,136 November 20, 2018 1:21 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,165 replies, posted in NASTE)
Race results from the November 15th Odd Thursday Night Race:
Trans Am:
1 Rico 69.0 Laps
2 Daniel 65.1
3 Greg 64.3
4 Fernando 63.9
5 Mitch 62.7
6 Stan 61.2
7 Victoria 57.4
8 Monte 52.7
Can Am Class - NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.3 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway:
1 Monte 77.4 Laps
2 Rico 72.8
3 Al 72.0
4 Fernando 69.7
5 Greg 65.0
6 Mitch 63.7
7 Stan 60.0
8 Daniel 57.9
2,137 November 18, 2018 10:04 am
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Video of a Sportsman heat race, courtesy of Howie.
2,138 November 16, 2018 11:20 am
Re: Welcome to Al Christensen's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway (6 replies, posted in Al's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway)
Too much going on this week Doc, no time for slot cars. Sorry I missed it, sounds like I might have been able to pick up some spare parts!
2,139 November 16, 2018 10:08 am
Re: Welcome to Al Christensen's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway (6 replies, posted in Al's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway)
and...............sometimes you're you're just Doc.
2,140 November 6, 2018 12:16 pm
Re: NASTE 2019 IROC Season Announced (8 replies, posted in NASTE)
Hey Doc, I just realized Tuesday slot car evenings are out for me. Sorry!
2,141 November 6, 2018 11:45 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing (91 replies, posted in Race Rules)
I just discovered the rules listed under the "Rules" tab on the NASTE Home Page and the rules as listed here in the Forum did not match up. I just completed the update of the rules on the Home Page tab so all rules listed in both areas match.
2,143 November 4, 2018 9:17 am
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Video from the November 3rd race
2,144 November 4, 2018 7:50 am
Re: This is the Porsche 962 page. (12 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
I LIKE IT!
2,145 November 4, 2018 7:48 am
Re: NASTRUCK. (41 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Beau's NASTRUCK
Gearloose's NASTRUCK
Bob's NASTRUCK on the start line between heat races.
2,146 November 4, 2018 7:33 am
Re: NASTRUCK. (41 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Photos from the November 3rd race-
NASTRUCK heat race one staring grid.
Drivers ready for the start of heat race.
Drivers on track.
2,147 November 4, 2018 7:27 am
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Sportsman Class starting grid.
Drivers on track, courtesy of Bryan photo-bomb selfie!
Drivers with cars sitting on motor coolers between heats. These cars run HOT!
2,148 November 4, 2018 7:20 am
Re: This is the Sportsman page. (139 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Photos from the November 3rd race -
Drivers anticipate the start of the race. L-R: Bob, Terry, Bryan, Blake, Howie. Sitting in forefront: Marty.
Turn marshals L-R: Marty & Blake. Sitting forefront: Bob.
2,149 November 2, 2018 7:27 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,165 replies, posted in NASTE)
I'm very much content covering our local slot car races! Pay ain't worth crap, but the company is really good!
2,150 November 2, 2018 9:38 am
Topic: Welcome to Al Christensen's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway (6 replies, posted in Al's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway)
The welcome sign crocheted by Al's wife Donna.
This is the entrance into Al's track.
The banked turn end of the track.
The loop end of the track where the driver control stations are located.