Go Back  R/C Tech Forums > North American Regional Forums > California Racing
LET'S GET Cal R/C Raceway Fixed Up!!! >

LET'S GET Cal R/C Raceway Fixed Up!!!

Community
Wiki Posts
Search

LET'S GET Cal R/C Raceway Fixed Up!!!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old 07-29-2014, 11:54 AM
  #16  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

We have scheduled the repair an is on our way to getting the track fixed! Im super excited! All will be done in time for the Sweep Challenge!!!
charlie_b is offline  
Old 07-29-2014, 12:25 PM
  #17  
Tech Elite
Thread Starter
iTrader: (9)
 
SWTour's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Hot Mountains of S.E. Arizona
Posts: 3,014
Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)
Default

HUGE HUGE HUGE Thanks to Everyone who go on-board to help get the track repairs funded



After the funding companies fees - this is the amount the check will be, which is being sent directly to Charlie to speed things up even faster, as he has scheduled work to begin on Aug. 8th.

In addition, Dan Apodaca pledged $100.00 in cash to be hand delivered to Charlie.
SWTour is offline  
Old 07-30-2014, 02:10 PM
  #18  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

We will be clearing up the weeds and overgrowth this week. Tree should be gone as well. Getting closer!
charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-02-2014, 11:27 PM
  #19  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

Testing different Slurries.








charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-03-2014, 08:18 AM
  #20  
Tech Master
iTrader: (23)
 
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,195
Trader Rating: 23 (100%+)
Default

Originally Posted by charlie_b
Testing different Slurries.








Nice!
teamstrc is offline  
Old 08-04-2014, 03:35 PM
  #21  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

If anyone is free either This Tuesday or Thursday to help Repaint the track and do some minor maintenance work, please PM or message me. WE will get everything dialed in! THanx in advanced!
charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-06-2014, 09:37 AM
  #22  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

The tree is down!











charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-06-2014, 01:13 PM
  #23  
Tech Elite
 
Rick Hohwart's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 4,004
Default

good progress!
Rick Hohwart is offline  
Old 08-06-2014, 11:17 PM
  #24  
Tech Master
iTrader: (23)
 
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,195
Trader Rating: 23 (100%+)
Default

Originally Posted by charlie_b
The tree is down!











Awesome! really enjoying watching the update and progress pictures....super excited to run on this track again (it's where I started racing 20+ years ago.....damn I'm getting old )
teamstrc is offline  
Old 08-07-2014, 10:45 AM
  #25  
Tech Champion
iTrader: (15)
 
MikeR's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Irvine, CA
Posts: 5,746
Trader Rating: 15 (100%+)
Default

Holy !#% the root is as big as the trunk!
MikeR is offline  
Old 08-07-2014, 01:40 PM
  #26  
Tech Elite
Thread Starter
iTrader: (9)
 
SWTour's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Hot Mountains of S.E. Arizona
Posts: 3,014
Trader Rating: 9 (100%+)
Default

btw - the GO FUND ME project is still open for donations - even though the "GOAL" for the Root removal has been reached, the CAL RACEWAY is getting many upgrades, and even if you weren't in on getting the funds TO it's goal, you can still help make this awesome track better.

I believe Aug. 16th was the day I set up as the FINAL DAY to have this fund open.

Once again, I thank you..and Charlie thanks EVERYONE who stepped in to get these projects done!!

http://www.gofundme.com/bu0168
SWTour is offline  
Old 08-09-2014, 12:48 PM
  #27  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

Some Goofing around..Dennis thinks he is GROOT.


Driver's Stand Ramp is repaired.

Announcer's table is fixed/improved.


New Umbrella mounts put in.


All outer boards removed and painted.



Painting the Banner Frames for future advertisements and events.




Getting ashalt prepped and washed




ALL boards done
charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-09-2014, 12:54 PM
  #28  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

And the teardown of the asphalt begins.






DEMO TIME!

Here is where they removed some island material on the back straight to WIDEN the lane for more layout options(AKA Reedy Layout)



Back straight Root damage going away


No wonder the root did so much damage...asphalt was 1.5" thick...5.5" less than parking lot regulation


charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-09-2014, 01:03 PM
  #29  
Super Moderator
iTrader: (1)
 
charlie_b's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Anaheim
Posts: 9,927
Trader Rating: 1 (100%+)
Default

The ROOT of my problems..






Front straight DIP is fixed. Now for the fill.


applying glue for the cold fill to all the cracks




Applying the schoolyard grade asphalt


Filling all teh cracks and holes on the back straight


Now for the 1st coat of slurry.








The Back Straight looks pretty flat.


Decided to add a second coat. Lasts longer, seals better, less headaches in the future.


Almost done.


Now for some CAL Blue on the islands


Some white striping.




The track looks BEAUTIFUL!
charlie_b is offline  
Old 08-09-2014, 02:26 PM
  #30  
Tech Addict
iTrader: (17)
 
Root_66's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Arizona
Posts: 504
Trader Rating: 17 (100%+)
Thumbs up

WOW!

Great Looking TRACK! Can't wait to race at Cal again.
Root_66 is offline  


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.