If you were building a carpet track from scratch
08-21-2010, 03:05 PM
#1
If you were building a carpet track from scratch
Hey guys, I'm working on a new carpet track in the Eugene area for the winter. Don't have a lot of details yet but I have a verbal commitment from a property owner who has multiple vacant buildings. I wanted to start this thread to solicit advise on what makes a good facility. Ron smith is the man as far as I'm concerned and our racing programs to date have benefited from RC Plus's fine example.
If you had a blank slate what would you like to see? Big dads had UHMW when they opened, thought that was cool, calandras barrier system seems very functional. I have unlimited access to plastic pipe but that can be tough on cars. I remember the 1/12 scle track Brian Bodine used to have at the N/W model expo, radius laminated 2x4's seem nice. Feel free to chime in on preferencs or suggestions. I also am looking for input for carpet. I've price Calandra's but have found I can source O-zite locally. I know it's not the same (per calandra) Anyone have any thoughts?
BTW, Not trying to be secretive on it's location, The tanked RV industry has lots of vacant buildings in our area and I still need to weigh the options. It looks very promising tho, may even have enough room at this new facility for multiple tracks , the owners are big kids and are exited about my ideas
Please try to keep this thread on track and constructive
If you had a blank slate what would you like to see? Big dads had UHMW when they opened, thought that was cool, calandras barrier system seems very functional. I have unlimited access to plastic pipe but that can be tough on cars. I remember the 1/12 scle track Brian Bodine used to have at the N/W model expo, radius laminated 2x4's seem nice. Feel free to chime in on preferencs or suggestions. I also am looking for input for carpet. I've price Calandra's but have found I can source O-zite locally. I know it's not the same (per calandra) Anyone have any thoughts?
BTW, Not trying to be secretive on it's location, The tanked RV industry has lots of vacant buildings in our area and I still need to weigh the options. It looks very promising tho, may even have enough room at this new facility for multiple tracks , the owners are big kids and are exited about my ideas
Please try to keep this thread on track and constructive
08-21-2010, 03:08 PM
#2
Hey guys, I'm working on a new carpet track in the Eugene area for the winter. Don't have a lot of details yet but I have a verbal commitment from a property owner who has multiple vacant buildings. I wanted to start this thread to solicit advise on what makes a good facility. Ron smith is the man as far as I'm concerned and our racing programs to date have benefited from RC Plus's fine example.
If you had a blank slate what would you like to see? Big dads had UHMW when they opened, thought that was cool, calandras barrier system seems very functional. I have unlimited access to plastic pipe but that can be tough on cars. I remember the 1/12 scle track Brian Bodine used to have at the N/W model expo, radius laminated 2x4's seem nice. Feel free to chime in on preferencs or suggestions. I also am looking for input for carpet. I've price Calandra's but have found I can source O-zite locally. I know it's not the same (per calandra) Anyone have any thoughts?
BTW, Not trying to be secretive on it's location, The tanked RV industry has lots of vacant buildings in our area and I still need to weigh the options. It looks very promising tho, may even have enough room at this new facility for multiple tracks , the owners are big kids and are exited about my ideas
Please try to keep this thread on track and constructive
If you had a blank slate what would you like to see? Big dads had UHMW when they opened, thought that was cool, calandras barrier system seems very functional. I have unlimited access to plastic pipe but that can be tough on cars. I remember the 1/12 scle track Brian Bodine used to have at the N/W model expo, radius laminated 2x4's seem nice. Feel free to chime in on preferencs or suggestions. I also am looking for input for carpet. I've price Calandra's but have found I can source O-zite locally. I know it's not the same (per calandra) Anyone have any thoughts?
BTW, Not trying to be secretive on it's location, The tanked RV industry has lots of vacant buildings in our area and I still need to weigh the options. It looks very promising tho, may even have enough room at this new facility for multiple tracks , the owners are big kids and are exited about my ideas
Please try to keep this thread on track and constructive
08-21-2010, 08:18 PM
#5
Suspended
For carpet racing, I always prefer shag. If you use shag there is a lot less chance of traction role.
08-22-2010, 01:35 AM
#8
Sedans
World GT
Vintage TA
and of course long live 1/12 scale
anyone interested in carpet oval around here?
08-22-2010, 09:11 AM
#9
As far as Oval....... You would be my hero! lol
08-22-2010, 09:18 AM
#10
Suspended
That will make two carpet tracks in the Eugene area. What do you guys think about making some sort of onroad tour. I think John is game, and I will talk to Ron at RC Plus.
08-22-2010, 03:22 PM
#11
Registered User
Victor Vector
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Rose City Scale Racing, Hanger 30, PRCR
IBEW Local 48 Mub Ay Pu
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ROAR 11-103837 - Timezone Hooligans
Corally Phi 09, Sweep Racing.com, Mugen MTX4r, RB5
Rose City Scale Racing, Hanger 30, PRCR
IBEW Local 48 Mub Ay Pu
EugeneJim
ROAR 11-103827 - Timezone Hooligans
Corally Phi 09, Sweep Racing.com, Mugen MTX4r, RB5
Rose City Scale Racing, Hanger 30, PRCR
IBEW Local 48 Mub Ay Pu
BOTH “IBEW Local 48 Mub Ay Pu” AND ROAR # ARE 10 APART,
DO YOU SMELL THAT.
08-24-2010, 12:54 PM
#14
Tech Adept
Wow John big news. What happen to having it down here in the Grove... with a shop 2 feet away?
08-24-2010, 03:51 PM
#15
Seems like the biggest luxury at indoor tracks is always space. Gimme lots of it!
Drew - perhaps space was the very reason for the location change? Just a guess.
Found my old Pro 4 Hara ed. Still sealed in the box, so I might just leave it that way... John, can't promise I will show up for carpet. Get indoor 1/10 off road going this winter and I'll show up as often as I can!
Drew - perhaps space was the very reason for the location change? Just a guess.
Found my old Pro 4 Hara ed. Still sealed in the box, so I might just leave it that way... John, can't promise I will show up for carpet. Get indoor 1/10 off road going this winter and I'll show up as often as I can!