I have finally reached the point in the "moving process" where I feel I can devote a little time to some of my hobbies. I can actually see some portions of the shop floor now, although I still have things to find a "home" for in the shop, as well as the need to "find" some specific tools and equipment which I use for those hobbies. But I have made progress. Just last week during one of the last nice days we had, I went out shooting with one of my new neighbors. The next day I readied one of my slot cars for the annual Rapid 500 race at my friend Howie's by painting up a new body. I couldn't find my supplies for painting slot car bodies so I improvised using some Rustoleum paint and masking tape I had on hand. It didn't turn out great but, it served the purpose. I had a great time at the race and look forward to getting back into the slot car racing scene. It has been a long 15 months!
2,452 October 5, 2018 2:57 pm
Re: 24 Hours of Tacoma? (3 replies, posted in Events)
I'm out. No longer interested in the 12 or 24 hour enduro races.
2,453 October 4, 2018 9:58 pm
Re: OSCAR Trans Am Race at Electron Raceway in October '18 (5 replies, posted in Electron Raceway)
Richard Vecchio <vecchio.richard@gmail.com>
Thu 10/4/2018, 10:54 PM
Late this evening I received a couple of phone calls regarding the OSCAR race which was to be held at Electron Raceway on Saturday, October sixth. The bottom line is that after several cancellations, at most, only 6 people might attend. Sorry folks, not enough for a race. I regret that the Trans-Am race will be cancelled. I have no plans to reschedule.
2,454 September 30, 2018 2:57 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,203 replies, posted in NASTE)
Race results Sept.27, 2018
GT3 Class
1 Daniel 69.6 laps
2 Jeff 67.4
3 Jake 65.4
4 Al 64.6
5 Monte 64.5
6 Gary 64.4
7 Victoria 54.6
Classic Sports Car 1
1 Daniel 63.2
2 Al 61.3
3 Gary 60.5
4 Victoria 54.1
5 Monte 53.1
2,455 September 26, 2018 6:33 am
Re: 2018-2019 Championship Season (42 replies, posted in NASTE)
You'll need to show that "release" at the next race Mitch!...........
Seriously though, really glad you're doing so well on your recovery!
2,456 September 21, 2018 9:53 am
Topic: GONE! - Large Carrera 4 Lane Slot Car Track & Cars For Sale! (0 replies, posted in For Sale or Trade)
Dennis Hart needs to find a new home for the Hawksbill Station in part or whole. 40 foot double banked 4 lane Carrera Track. Power supply. Those lovely station terminals. 2 Monitors. Good computer - ready and programmed. One analog controller. About 12 or more working cars. Nifty little box to carry six cars. Tool box full of slot car parts. Movable wiring for the entire system. Many 1/32 scale spectators. Grandstand. Etc.
He's looking for someone to come and get it all. He will help disassemble to move. $300 for EVERYTHING. Well over $300 invested in this set up!
This is a great opportunity for someone to pick up a complete track along with quite a few cars. The Carrera track could also be converted to digital.
Photos of the track here:
http://naste.org/forum/viewtopic.php?id=497
2,457 September 14, 2018 3:05 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,203 replies, posted in NASTE)
Results from Odd Thursday Racing at Rippin' Ridin' Raceway on September 13th Race:
Open Class:
1 Al 80.2 Laps
2 Chris 79.2
3 Daniel 76.5
4 Greg 75.9
5 Rico 74.3
6 Stan 71.1
7 Terry Redeau 66.3
8 Tyler Brown 66.1
Trans Am:
1 Daniel 69.1 Laps
2 Rico 67.1
3 Greg 65.6
4 Chris 65.0
5 Al 64.0
6 Stan 63.7
7 Terry Redeau 59.3
8 Tyler Brown 54.2
GT Class:
1 Chris 77.5 Laps
2 Al 75.7
3 Daniel 75.2
4 Rico 72.4
5 Greg 69.2
6 Stan 63.3
7 Terry Redeau 59.3
8 Tyler Brown 56.6
BRM Class:
1 Daniel 71.2 Laps
2 Chris 70.5
3 Stan 69.4
4 Al 67.9
5 Tyler Brown 54.7
2,458 September 13, 2018 4:09 pm
Re: Projects: Done/Not So Done (259 replies, posted in Rapid Raceway)
Richard Petty is back!!
2,459 September 12, 2018 7:04 pm
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
I don't think I would have walked away Doc!
2,460 September 12, 2018 8:52 am
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
2,461 August 20, 2018 11:40 am
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
OK y'all, yuck it up but I earned this prestigious award!.......PROOF I did NOT screw the pooch!
2,462 August 19, 2018 6:20 pm
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
I would have hit it but that hay bale got in my way......
2,463 August 19, 2018 9:08 am
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
TECHNICALLY Boss, I was upside down as evidenced by this video and my inability to see anything but sky:
2,464 August 14, 2018 8:49 am
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
Chris
Additions:
Jimmy - Pit Assist
2,465 August 14, 2018 8:29 am
Re: Who will be supporting the Scuderia at the derby this year? (26 replies, posted in NASTE)
Chris
Additions to list:
Greg Decarlos - Derby Volunteer (Jeff's friend)
Joanne Decarlos - Derby Volunteer (Jeff's friend)
Walker - Derby Volunteer (Jeff's friend)
Tony - Pit Assist (Jeff's friend)
Kim - Team Photos & Pit Assist (my daughter)
Cailin - Team Photos & Pit Assist (unofficially - she's 13, my granddaughter)
Diane - Pit Assist (my food manager and wife)
2,466 August 13, 2018 11:45 am
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,203 replies, posted in NASTE)
Thanks Doc, it started coming back a little. Mostly it was that car of yours, it was dialed! Thanks again for letting me run it!
2,468 August 12, 2018 6:17 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,203 replies, posted in NASTE)
It was really nice to make it out to a NASTE Odd Thursday Night Race at Al's Rippin' Ridin' Raceway. I've missed everybody and it was great to see you all and get a chance to talk and catch up a little. It looks like I've fallen way behind in the area of performance and at the same time it is obvious the racers have not only improved the performance of their cars but also their driving skills as well! Thanks to Al for the great track and racing, and thanks to Doc and Greg for loaning me equipment to race with!
August 9th Race Results:
Le Mans
1 Daniel 69.0 Laps
2 Monte 68.5
3 Gary 67.3
4 Mitch 66.9
5 Al 66.6
6 Bill 66.3
7 Jeff 64.3
8 Greg 62.8
Classic Sportscar 2
1 Daniel 73.0 Laps
2 Al 72.1
3 Mitch 70.5
4 Gary 65.8
5 Monte 63.8
6 Greg 59.8
2,469 August 12, 2018 1:53 pm
Re: NASTE Odd Thursday Night Racing Rules & Current Thread (2,203 replies, posted in NASTE)
I do not believe there is a race on the 23rd. The calendar does not show a race that night and I believe Al mentioned he will be out of town.
2,474 August 9, 2018 10:05 pm
Re: 2018 Portland Adult Soapbox Derby (45 replies, posted in NASTE)
Wednesday August 8th at 9:00 AM was push practice with the Marines!
2,475 August 9, 2018 10:02 pm
Re: 2018 Portland Adult Soapbox Derby (45 replies, posted in NASTE)
Scuderia Kouba is pleased and honored to announce the U.S. Marines have joined the team for the 2018 PDX Adult Soapbox Derby!
