Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
Sloter Zytek tuning by Daren Morris
Well it has taken a while to write this article and I know the subject was covered in the forum by Rolltidevet, but seeing as I built this car to race in the Manufacturers challenge that was run at 132Slotcar Raceway, I'd share the set up and results of what I have done.
This is a great looking car and I had high hopes for it when first looked at it. I started off running the car almost in the same state as I had received it, but seeing as we were running non mag I decided it would be pointless to start testing with the magnet in place. So remove a few screws whip the magnet out, screws back on and off to the track we go!
Well I ran 50 laps and the best I could do was 7.685 which is disappointing on my 70ft Scalextric Sport track. So off to the work bench and a first thing was to sand the rear tyres as they were rather concave as you can see from the picture even with light sanding the tyres were rather concave.
Back to the track for another 50 laps and best lap of 7.571 which was an improvement but nothing spectacular. Now it was time to try something else, so I backed the body screws out one turn each and headed back to the track for another 50 laps, the car was a lot easier to drive and much easier to get into a rhythm and achieved a 7.482.
Next on the list was to loosen the rear motorpod screws ½ a turn each, this helped some but the fit was really tight and I would need to do some “light” sanding to get the motorpod to move freely, first back to the track for another 50 laps and a best time of 7.426 not much improvement.
Started playing with the motorpod screws but could not improve on my 7.426 time at this point I decided to sand the tyres more making sure I had a nice even contact patch! This made a huge difference as I chopped my lap time down to 7.191 almost ½ a second improvement with all the stock parts.
Now it was time to start with the “tuner” parts. Seeing as the rules dictated Slot.It S2 tyres I decided to try those first which gave an improvement but the tyres were cupped and did not give the best contact. Although after 50 laps I managed a 7.093 lap now well over ½ a second faster!
With all this fiddling around I decided it was time to go the whole hog and see what we could get within the rules of the Manufacturers Challenge. First off I installed the Slot.It orange end bell motor, sanded the motorpod and the chassis to make sure it all worked smoothly. I wanted to use SCX Prorace parts where possible as Sloter is now supported by SCX. Unfortunately SCX does not have bearings to fit into the Sloter Chassis so it was back to Slot.It for those.
I used the SCX Pro rear axle,green crown gear( 27 tooth if I counted correctly) and 10 tooth pinion, I used the SCX Pro wheels and siliconed the S2's to the rim, sanded the front tyres down to make sure the were round and even, installed the 7mm deep guide (provided with the car) and SCX Pro race braid.
Off to the track again for the final shakedown and what a difference!! 6.399 for a fastest lap and what an awesome car to drive. To put the laptime into perspective my stock Slot.It F40 with S2's was only running a best laptime of 6.608. Obviously the best upgrade is the motor and tyres. I love driving this car the way it is right now, very predictable, fast and forgiving. It also finished first in the inaugural Manufacturers Challenge but I expect the competition to be a lot tougher in the next round. I would like to thank Dave Kennedy for his support in the preparation of this article.
Article and photos by Daren Morris.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
New Sloting Plus America wheels
Sloting Plus propose new America wheels 16,9 x 10 mm wide for complete other dimensions ( 15 x 8 - 15,9 x 8,5 - 16,9 x 8,5 )
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Alfa Romeo 33-2 Periscopica
In Cursa Models produce slot cars since 1990, and the result of our experience, we begin a new stage in which we will provide 1/32 scale models in format "ready to run" in our composite material characterized by its lightness and strength that many successes have been achieved in 1/24 scale.In this new stage we offer a product with high level of finish and good performance in track and replicate emblematic models of the history of motorsport. We are glad to show our latest model, created by Juanjo Moya (Mini Replicas in its early stages, and currently Cursa Models and Power Slot manager and modeller) and Albert Jobal (Slot Adictos spanish forum administrator), and is the car of the Slot Adictos Forum 2009: the Alfa Romeo 33-2 "Periscopica", which receives his nickname thanks to its spectacular central air intake. The car will be delivered with the wooden base and metal plate as in the photos, and the series will be limited to 300 units, numbered and include a certificate signed by their creators.
The "Periscope" is a model considered by many experts as one of the most beautiful race car ever built, and that despite its short history of sports, got remarkable achievements as his debut victory in the Fléron Hill Climb on 1967 in Belgium, or fifth place in the 1,000 Kilometers of Nurburgring in 1967, being the only vehicle capable of following the intractable Porsche 910, and staying ahead of a competitive Ford GT40, and decor that we chose to reproduce.
This car is designed to satisfy the most discerning collectors, but we did
not want to set aside the track, and assemble plastic chassis Power Slot
origin in position "anglewinder" mounted on a Setup motor mount. The
mechanics, however, and for the sole purpose of lowering the final price
will not be calibrated, but is easily replaceable material getting a premium
vehicle with very good performance on track thanks to its body of 25 g and
the chassis setup.
The price is 95 euros Car Price (postage part). For dealers and shops ask
price.
You can find more information in www.slotadictos.net and make your order by
sending your personal information (name, e-mail, address, phone number and
number of units) to the following e-mail: cochefsa09@cursamodels.com.
Best regards,
Cursa Models.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
New Slot Car Corner tools!
Excellent new slot car tools from Slot Car Corner to show today!
A great feature of these tools is that you can replace the tip should you damage or wear your current tip out. Replacements are not yet available but will be soon.
The tools can be purchased individually or as a set. If you'd like the tool engraved there's a minimum purchase of 3 tools for that. See the new tools at this link!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
New SCX Corvette C6R
If you'd like to add this new Corvette to your collection buying the SCX Digital 10130 set is the best way to go. The Valeo deco C6R Corvette comes as the third car in the new set along with the UPS Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, and Aston Martin DBR9 Gulf cars.
SCX Tech TV live... testing... testing!
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/scxtechusa
Bryan and I are doing a test for a possible feature... click the link above!
Bryan and I are doing a test for a possible feature... click the link above!
Reading, Pa. Hobbytown-Hobby Connection Day
HobbyTown Reading’s sixth Hobby Connection Day will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009.
The day will again be filled with activities inside and outside of the store. Dennis “Tiny” Haag will be conducting Estes Rocket building and launch classes in the parking lot and adjoining lot. Last year, ninety-six rockets were built and launched. Bryan Young of SCX will again be on hand demonstrating SCX’s digital slot car systems and an RC race program will be held on our dirt track.
In store activities will include Klutz face painting or other Klutz activity, Lego make n take and Revell make n take where participants will be able to build a space shuttle and a Corvette coupe model. Reading Royals’ Slapshot and Zeppy the clown will be here to keep visitors entertained.
WEEU 830 AM Radio will broadcast live from the parking lot from 8:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Jack Holcomb, Nick Lawrence and Mike Faust are scheduled to appear.
Concessions will be provided by Boy Scout Troop 160 and a moon bounce will also be provided by Ozzy’s Sports Fun Center.
There will be drawings for merchandise and children will be provided with balloons, balsa gliders, aeroprops and more.
Our Hobby Connection Day grows each year and we continue to receive numerous comments from parents about the day and what it means to their children.
Make plans now to attend this year’s event.
Schedule of Events - September 12, 2009
8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. WEEU’s Jack Holcomb/Jack’s Backyard broadcast
9:00 A.M. Store Opens
10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. WEEU’s Nick Lawrence/Radio Voices broadcast
10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Moon Bounce – Ozzy’s
SCX Slot Car Demonstrations – Bryan Young
Refreshments – Boy Scout Troop 160
10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Rocket Building/Launching – Dennis ‘Tiny’ Haag
Building classes every hour on the hour
10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Klutz Origami Class
11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. WEEU’s Mike Faust radio broadcast
Reading Royals Slapshot
12:00 Noon – 1:30 P.M. Revell Make-N-Take Event – Space Shuttle
12:00 Noon – 4:00 P.M. Radio Control Dirt Track Racing
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Zeppy the Clown
2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. Lego Make-N-Take Event
4:00 P.M. – 5:30 P.M. Revell Make-N-Take Event – Corvette Coupe
The day will again be filled with activities inside and outside of the store. Dennis “Tiny” Haag will be conducting Estes Rocket building and launch classes in the parking lot and adjoining lot. Last year, ninety-six rockets were built and launched. Bryan Young of SCX will again be on hand demonstrating SCX’s digital slot car systems and an RC race program will be held on our dirt track.
In store activities will include Klutz face painting or other Klutz activity, Lego make n take and Revell make n take where participants will be able to build a space shuttle and a Corvette coupe model. Reading Royals’ Slapshot and Zeppy the clown will be here to keep visitors entertained.
WEEU 830 AM Radio will broadcast live from the parking lot from 8:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Jack Holcomb, Nick Lawrence and Mike Faust are scheduled to appear.
Concessions will be provided by Boy Scout Troop 160 and a moon bounce will also be provided by Ozzy’s Sports Fun Center.
There will be drawings for merchandise and children will be provided with balloons, balsa gliders, aeroprops and more.
Our Hobby Connection Day grows each year and we continue to receive numerous comments from parents about the day and what it means to their children.
Make plans now to attend this year’s event.
Schedule of Events - September 12, 2009
8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. WEEU’s Jack Holcomb/Jack’s Backyard broadcast
9:00 A.M. Store Opens
10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. WEEU’s Nick Lawrence/Radio Voices broadcast
10:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Moon Bounce – Ozzy’s
SCX Slot Car Demonstrations – Bryan Young
Refreshments – Boy Scout Troop 160
10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Rocket Building/Launching – Dennis ‘Tiny’ Haag
Building classes every hour on the hour
10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M. Klutz Origami Class
11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. WEEU’s Mike Faust radio broadcast
Reading Royals Slapshot
12:00 Noon – 1:30 P.M. Revell Make-N-Take Event – Space Shuttle
12:00 Noon – 4:00 P.M. Radio Control Dirt Track Racing
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Zeppy the Clown
2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. Lego Make-N-Take Event
4:00 P.M. – 5:30 P.M. Revell Make-N-Take Event – Corvette Coupe
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
New Slot It's on the way!
Shipping soon from Slot It:
Mazda 787B,
n.18 SWC Autopolis 1991, CA15a
Ferrari F40,
n.41 Le Mans 1995, KF02c
and the white kit, KF02z
Official selling date: September the 21st.
Mazda 787B,
n.18 SWC Autopolis 1991, CA15a
Ferrari F40,
n.41 Le Mans 1995, KF02c
and the white kit, KF02z
Official selling date: September the 21st.
Tuesday, September 08, 2009
Slotlandia poster
A poster for the upcoming slot event, Slotlandia will be held Sept 25-27 in Italy.
Monday, September 07, 2009
Friday, September 04, 2009
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Ferrari puts Fisichella in for Monza
Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro announces that it has appointed Giancarlo Fisichella to drive car number 3 from now to the end of the 2009 season.
See the story at this link.
See the story at this link.
Sideways DP's- Telmex/Gainsco news
SW06 - RIley MkXX - Bob Stallings Racing / GAINSCO
Available end of September
Detail photos of the production Telmex car:
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
Grand Am test at Indy!
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Grand-Am Road Racing will sanction a test at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Thursday. Nine teams in the Daytona Prototype and Acxiom GT classes of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16 will participate in this historic event.
The teams will test on the 2.534-mile Formula One circuit from 10 a.m. to noon, and then switch to the 2.621-mile MotoGP configuration from 1 to 3 p.m.
"This is going to be very cool and exciting, because this is a very historical place," said Buddy Rice, winner of the 2004 Indianapolis 500 and 2009 Rolex 24 At Daytona. "Every time I go underneath the tunnel at 16th Street it gives me the chills. It's an awesome place to be able to drive on."
Scott Pruett, a top-10 finisher in both the Indianapolis 500 and Brickyard 400, agrees.
"It's a dream come true to come back to Indianapolis," said Pruett, the 1989 Indy 500 co-Rookie of the Year. "This is a magical place, and going back there will give me goose bumps."
Rice will drive the No. 90 Spirit of Daytona Racing Porsche Coyote, while Pruett will be joined by Memo Rojas in the No. 01 Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates Lexus Riley.
Others expected at the test include 2007 champion Jon Fogarty with Bob Stallings in the No. 99 GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing Pontiac Riley; Wayne and Ricky Taylor in the No. 10 SunTrust Racing Ford Dallara; and Michael Valiante, John Pew and Michael Shank in the No. 6 Michael Shank Racing Ford Riley.
Acxiom GT teams and drivers include Leh Keen and Dirk Werner in the No. 87 Farnbacher Loles Racing Porsche GT3; Spencer Pumpelly and Kevin Buckler in the No. 67 TRG Porsche GT3; Robin Liddell and Andrew Davis in the No. 57 Stevenson Motorsports Pontiac GXP.R; and Sylvain Tremblay in the No. 70 Speedsource Syntec Castrol Mazda RX-8.
"I can't wait to drive across those bricks at top speed," said Tremblay, GT winner of the 2008 Rolex 24 At Daytona. "We're very honored to participate. As a sports car racer, I never thought that I could get to actually go out and test at Indy."
Buckler, overall winner of the 2003 Rolex 24 At Daytona, has curtailed his driving to concentrate on running his Grand-Am and NASCAR teams. He only drives on special occasions - such as this test.
"This is one of those boxes I can't wait to check off," Buckler said. "Every team owner and driver would love to get behind the wheel at Indianapolis. I was fortunate to participate in the NASCAR race there this year, and now being there with Grand-Am is like the cherry on top. This is a big deal for everyone with the series, to be testing at one of racing's hallowed grounds."
Spectators can enter the track at the Main Gate for free and sit in the bleachers in the infield adjacent to the Hall of Fame Museum. Those bleachers always are open. There will be no admission fee to the infield or garage.
The next Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series race will be Sept. 19 at Miller Motorsports Park near Salt Lake City, Utah (SPEED Live, 5:30 p.m. ET).
News used with permission from Grand Am.
The teams will test on the 2.534-mile Formula One circuit from 10 a.m. to noon, and then switch to the 2.621-mile MotoGP configuration from 1 to 3 p.m.
"This is going to be very cool and exciting, because this is a very historical place," said Buddy Rice, winner of the 2004 Indianapolis 500 and 2009 Rolex 24 At Daytona. "Every time I go underneath the tunnel at 16th Street it gives me the chills. It's an awesome place to be able to drive on."
Scott Pruett, a top-10 finisher in both the Indianapolis 500 and Brickyard 400, agrees.
"It's a dream come true to come back to Indianapolis," said Pruett, the 1989 Indy 500 co-Rookie of the Year. "This is a magical place, and going back there will give me goose bumps."
Rice will drive the No. 90 Spirit of Daytona Racing Porsche Coyote, while Pruett will be joined by Memo Rojas in the No. 01 Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates Lexus Riley.
Others expected at the test include 2007 champion Jon Fogarty with Bob Stallings in the No. 99 GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing Pontiac Riley; Wayne and Ricky Taylor in the No. 10 SunTrust Racing Ford Dallara; and Michael Valiante, John Pew and Michael Shank in the No. 6 Michael Shank Racing Ford Riley.
Acxiom GT teams and drivers include Leh Keen and Dirk Werner in the No. 87 Farnbacher Loles Racing Porsche GT3; Spencer Pumpelly and Kevin Buckler in the No. 67 TRG Porsche GT3; Robin Liddell and Andrew Davis in the No. 57 Stevenson Motorsports Pontiac GXP.R; and Sylvain Tremblay in the No. 70 Speedsource Syntec Castrol Mazda RX-8.
"I can't wait to drive across those bricks at top speed," said Tremblay, GT winner of the 2008 Rolex 24 At Daytona. "We're very honored to participate. As a sports car racer, I never thought that I could get to actually go out and test at Indy."
Buckler, overall winner of the 2003 Rolex 24 At Daytona, has curtailed his driving to concentrate on running his Grand-Am and NASCAR teams. He only drives on special occasions - such as this test.
"This is one of those boxes I can't wait to check off," Buckler said. "Every team owner and driver would love to get behind the wheel at Indianapolis. I was fortunate to participate in the NASCAR race there this year, and now being there with Grand-Am is like the cherry on top. This is a big deal for everyone with the series, to be testing at one of racing's hallowed grounds."
Spectators can enter the track at the Main Gate for free and sit in the bleachers in the infield adjacent to the Hall of Fame Museum. Those bleachers always are open. There will be no admission fee to the infield or garage.
The next Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series race will be Sept. 19 at Miller Motorsports Park near Salt Lake City, Utah (SPEED Live, 5:30 p.m. ET).
News used with permission from Grand Am.
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Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Slot MiniAuto 59
COMUNICADO DE PRENSA
SLOT MINIAUTO 59 – SETIEMBRE
El nuevo Sunred SR21 de FlySlot Cars es nuestro protagonista destacado en la portada del mes de setiembre. Así mismo se destaca la aparición del nuevo Ford GT de la gama Ninco-S y del lanzamiento de los Morgan Aeromax y Morgan Plus 8 de Carrera, coincidiendo con los cien años de la marca británica.
En el interior una interesante entrevista con Chris Boyer de Proto Slot kit, las pruebas del Audi Sport Quattro S1 de Revell, el nuevo Nissan R390 de Reprotec y el Jaguar XKR GT3 de Superslot.
Un interesante artículo sobre Quantum of Solace y la presentación del Scorpius Wireless completan parte de la publicación de este mes.
(Más información en www.revistasprofesionales.com)
PRESS RELEASE
SLOT MINIAUTO 59 – SEPTEMBER
The new FlySlot Car Sunred SR21 is our protagonist featured on the cover of September. It also highlights the new Ford GT of Ninco-S range and the launch of the Carrera Morgan Plus 8 & Morgan Aeromax coinciding with the centenary of the British brand.
Inside an interesting interview with Chris Boyer of Proto Slot Kit, the Revell Audi Sport Quattro S1 track test, the new Nissan R390 of Reprotec and the Jaguar XKR GT3 of Scalextric.
An interesting article on Quantum of Solace and the presentation of the Scorpius Wireless completes part of the publication of this month.
(More information on www.revistasprofesionales.com)
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