I will admit my NSR Porsche 917 is an awesome car! And it was like that right out of the box. The only thing I have done to the car is pull out the traction magnet, and loosen the body mounting screws and the motor pod screws just a bit. It even has the original treaded tires on it. It was not as fast as Al's NSR Corvette, but it is really smooth and controllable.
2,201 January 5, 2019 7:45 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
2,202 January 4, 2019 8:19 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
One more race with Le Mans class cars for points then it is on to GT3 Class races for points. My GT3 car SUCKS! My Scalextric Bentley GT3 handles terribly! Good news is it is SLOW!........So this afternoon I decided to take a closer look at it. After removing the body the first thing I noticed is the plastic rear axle bushings are not equipped with ROUND holes. The axle flops around like a 1/2 inch pipe inside 2 inch pipe. This definitely needs some work. After connecting the motor to my Big Boy power supply I noticed the motor pitch changing like Boy George's rendition of Karma Chameleon.....My initial thought was to throw this piece of crap away, but then I remembered I would have to buy something else, and this car was CHEAP.....After some consideration I decided to break the motor in and see how it worked after some run time. I took the motor out of the chassis and connected it to my Big Boy power supply. After three hours at 6 volts the hiccups and pitch changes were gone......Side note: there may have been just a little motor "work" done before the break in. With the motor break in done, tomorrow if I make time I will start to work on that rear axle setup to try and eliminate it swapping holes!
This is the Big Boy power supply. My friend Dana Denton gave me this power supply about 20 years ago. If I remember correctly his uncle had built it from scratch. I have never misplaced it, even in my recent move because the damn thing weighs about 60 pounds! It is not a variable power supply, but it has fixed outputs of varying voltages. It features a pair of large cooling fans to prevent it from overheating. I love it! Thanks again Dana - still using it after 20 years!
Here's the crappy Scalextric Bentley GT3 motor powered up at 6 volts.
2,203 January 4, 2019 2:39 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
Here's my revelation after last night's race. After re-reading the rules for Can Am I came to the conclusion I could have raced my NSR Porsche 917 in the Can Am class...........CRAP!...........too bad for me that was the last Can Am point race!
2,204 January 4, 2019 1:27 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
How about a couple videos from last night's race?
2,205 January 4, 2019 10:31 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
Around the room at Rippin' Ridin' Raceway on January 3rd. From the left: Monte, Daniel, Kevin, Zack, Jeff, Al, and Rico.
Can Am Class grid.
2,206 January 4, 2019 10:29 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
Our hero Monte Saager, car builder, racer extraordinaire, organizer, and the creator of our website! Thanks Monte for ALL you do!
One of the evenings Can Am grids.
Can Am entry.
2,207 January 4, 2019 10:25 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
Greg Greenman Petrolati brought along his new 1/24 scale Fiat to last night's race. Pretty cool car!
One of the GT Class grids.
Around the room from the left: Kevin, Rico, Zack, Daniel, and Amy.
2,208 January 4, 2019 10:21 am
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
I'm with ya there Chris! Shouldn't be a problem, this is one BIG track! Sad news for me is I will have no place for the Kouba three laner.........
2,209 January 4, 2019 10:08 am
Re: NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship - Results & Standings (51 replies, posted in NASTE)
NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.7 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway January 3, 2019
Race Results - Can Am Class:
1 Monte 77.7 Laps - 10 points
2 Al 76.8 - 9 pts.
3 Mitch 73.8 - 8 pts.
4 Daniel 73.6 - 7 pts.
5 Greg 68.2 - 6 pts.
6 Jeff 67.7 - 5 pts.
7 Bill 67.0 - 4 pts.
8 Zack 65.1 - 3 pts.
9 Rico 63.5 - 2 pts.
10 Kevin Lagassa 58.2 - 1 pt.
Current Standings for the 2019 NASTE Point Series Championship After 7 Races:
1st Monte - 60 points
2nd Al - 56 pts.
3rd Rico - 41 pts.
4th Daniel - 38 pts.
5th Mitch - 28 pts.
6th Bill - 24 pts.
7th Jeff - 20 pts.
8th Greg - 16 pts.
9th Stan - 11 pts.
10th Chris - 10 pts.
11th - tie Gary - 9 pts.
11th - tie Fernando - 9 pts.
11th - tie Zack - 9 pts.
14th - tie Jake - 2 pt.
14th - tie Farmer Bryan Dickerson - 2 pts.
16th - tie Terry Redeau - 1pt.
16th - tie Kevin Lagassa - 1 pt.
2,210 January 4, 2019 9:55 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,187 replies, posted in NASTE)
What a great way to start out the new year racing at Rippin' Ridin' Raceway on January 3rd 2019. We welcomed a new racer, Kevin to the group, and then proceeded to thrash some cars!
The first class to grid up was GT. The basic rules of this class state cars must must have a roof and full fenders. Most cars fit into this class which makes it easy for newcomers. Initially NSR brand cars were not allowed in the class but, since the price point of NSR cars has come down and the cost of building a competitive car has gone up, the restriction was removed. The outcome of that decision is reflected in the results of the race listed below. Note that my winning NSR Porsche 917 was totally box stock. I took it out of the box, loosened the chassis pod and body mounting screws and raced it. It is running the original stock, treaded tires.
GT Class Results:
1 Bill 79.8 Laps
2 Al 77.1
3 Mitch 73.4
4 Greg 69.0
5 Rico 67.7
6 Jeff 67.2
7 Daniel 66.1
8 Zack 64.4
9 Monte 51.5
10 Kevin Lagassa 49.5
Can Am was the next class up and the night's race for points. Monte killed us with his awesome scratchbuilt Porsche 917. Al followed in second with Mitch finishing third.
Can Am Class - NASTE 2019 Point Series Championship Race No.7 @ Rippin' Ridin' Raceway:
1 Monte 77.7 Laps
2 Al 76.8
3 Mitch 73.8
4 Daniel 73.6
5 Greg 68.2
6 Jeff 67.7
7 Bill 67.0
8 Zack 65.1
9 Rico 63.5
10 Kevin Lagassa 58.2
2,211 January 3, 2019 9:29 am
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
kidvolt wrote:
Can you load the wide piece on it's side so that the wide section is the tall portion and lay it on it's back so the legs become the wide portion? Or remove the legs and put it in at an angle?
Those are two options I have yet to explore. I'm not sure turning it on its side will work as that will make the overall height just under 8 feet. I have to take some measurements to see what kind of height there is to work with in an enclosed trailer and or a box truck. Taking the legs off to go into the truck or trailer at an angle may be an option. I have found trailers and box trucks that measure 8 feet in width inside. It's the door opening where clearance is reduced.
2,213 January 2, 2019 8:16 pm
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
The first track piece to arrive at its new home!
Kirk Smith built this track to be rugged and able to withstand most anything! This is just a small sample of the heavy duty construction!
2,214 January 2, 2019 8:14 pm
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
This area behind the Nissan is where the track will be set up, across the width of the shop. The benchwork will stay along the rear wall with walking space between it and the track. The cabinets will stay on the wall behind the stairway.
Thanks to Diane for helping me unload everything tonight!
2,215 January 2, 2019 8:11 pm
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
Here's a very rare shot! The first vehicle to park INSIDE the shop!...........And probably the last!...at least for a long while!
But it is proof positive a vehicle or two, or maybe even three will fit in the shop!
2,216 January 2, 2019 8:08 pm
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
Separating these two pieces was a total bit..........well, you know! Although we found the hidden screws it still did not want to come apart! After some searching for missed screws and some prying, a lift up on the larger portion of the table broke the joint free. Apparently the bondo sealing the track sections joint was really secure, and prevented the tables from separating. I don't think I'll ever be able to stand up straight again!
This portion of the track measures approximately 8 feet (7 ft. 10 in.) by 12 feet. I'm not sure how we will transport this piece yet. I have not found a truck or enclosed trailer with an 8 foot wide door opening.
Another shot of the pieces separated. The right section is 6 feet by 16 feet and will fit into Howie's covered car trailer.
2,217 January 2, 2019 7:59 pm
Re: Checkered Flag Raceway to Move to Vancouver (63 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
Today Howie and I made a trip out to Bob McFarland's to work on getting the track ready to move. We spent about 4 hours on disassembly, way more time than I'm used to for WORK! And work it was as it did not come apart as easily as we were anticipating. We knew where to break it apart we were just unaware of the hidden screws in the track surface. Once we finally found out how many there were and where they were located we dug them out. Of course they were bondo'd in for a very nice and smooth finished running surface. And when the track re-assembly is completed they will again be re-bondo'd for a nice smooth finish!
We started work on the 180 degree turn exiting the banked curve. This is the smallest piece and attaches to the largest portion of the track table.
And these are the holes that used to be filled with the dreaded hidden screws!
This piece actually fit into the back of my Nissan to make the trip to its new home.
2,218 January 2, 2019 7:30 pm
Re: Bill's Junk (240 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Definitely makes sense here Doc!!!.......
.........I can identify with the 6 pack excuse......only mine is the Mai Tai excuse!!!!
2,219 January 2, 2019 7:28 pm
Re: What's up? (97 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Definitely fits better under Bill's Junk Doc!!!!
2,220 January 1, 2019 10:09 pm
Re: What's up? (97 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Got to agree with Howie there.........what the hell Doc????
2,221 January 1, 2019 10:55 am
Re: Bill's Junk (240 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Thanks Smooth.....I think?
As I get nearer to my expiration date, "go fast" takes on a whole new meaning!
2,222 January 1, 2019 8:38 am
Re: Bill's Junk (240 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
HAPPY NEW YEAR Y'all!
2,223 December 31, 2018 10:12 pm
Re: What's up? (97 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Looking forward to seeing your new builds DC!
====Bill
2,224 December 31, 2018 1:00 pm
Topic: InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway History (8 replies, posted in InSlot's Checkered Flag Raceway)
This track was originally named InSlot Raceway and was built by Kirk Smith in Milwaukie Oregon. Kirk Smith partnered up with Hugh Ellsworth to form InSlot Racing which produced custom slot car racing products. The track was purchased by members of the PASER slot car club and moved to Bob McFarland's residence in Aurora Oregon. Revisions were made to the layout and the track was renamed Checkered Flag Raceway. The McFarland shop in Aurora is where it currently resides pending the upcoming move to Vancouver Washington.
2,225 December 30, 2018 10:26 pm
Topic: Hugh Ellsworth Collection (1 replies, posted in Cars)
I've started this topic for a place to post information and photos of the Hugh Ellsworth collection of cars and parts I became caretaker of a few years back. As I unpack items in the collection that were packed up for our move I will post photos here. Any information anyone has regarding Hugh is also welcomed in this forum. =======Bill