Two soldering points the legs of the ferrite-man will need to be de-soldered from the old motor and re-soldered to the new one. It is very similar its just slightly smaller and thinner. In areas where there are greasy deposits usually around the rear axle I use a cotton bud. It was also found that it was easier to cut the border around the clip, this is then covered by the rumble strip. The overall downward weight on the track is, therefore, the force of the weight of the car and magnet together. Please note that the cars also need to be chipped or have a Digital plug installed. A super-resistant Audi R8 has a weight of 87g and a magnet force of 260gm. Its going to be on the floor but hinged around the support at one end during the raising process before the support at the other end is put in place (if that makes sense.). Another thing to try is silicone caulk, it helps to dampen sound. In this guide we have used the Scalextric Audi R8 model but the basic principles applies to all slot cars. This will also remove lubrication from the gears, but well re-lubricate in a moment. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Despite cleaning the track afterwards and wiping it down before every session since there are still some bits of the flock lurking somewhere and the cars pick it up with their tyres. Release the trigger as the car approaches the curves and squeeze the trigger gently when the car is on the straights. Edged with something like 1550 batten to stiffen and keep cars on. With the calibration of the car, you click onto the car you wish to calibrate within CHOOSE DRIVER. Analogue/standard scalextric uses a standard powerbase, standard hand controllers, standard power supply and non digital converted cars. Test the car on track. Emery board. Not much but the do bend. A. This effect can happen several weeks or even several months after a circuit has been constructed and not usually right away. One option is the metal clips that hold the track and are then pinned to the board. While, of course, you do have the flexibility to change the circuit if you don't fix the track down, there is always that feeling of non-permanence to it, no matter how many buildings or figures you add to it. Full size scalextric is 1/32 and Micro Scalextric is 1/64. The lubrication added at the Scalextric factory is a light grease that stays on the moving surfaces for a long time this is ideal if you wont be maintaining your cars very often. You will need to solder in and fit a digital chip yourself - search the internet and you will find lots about this on enthusiast forums. Of course, the rail won't let the plastic expand evenly due to the rail gripping the plastic. Why does one car handle better than the other? The same company also offers a strong double-sided tape, but this might be a little too thick. https://letsfixit.co.uk/17521/scalextric-how-to-design-a-great-track/?utm_campaign=twitter&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitter. Scalextric advice is"Ideally, it is best not to nail, screw or glue the track to a base board at all. Looking for a more permanent solution? I drove one into the board directly on each side of the track, allowing the flat head to go over the top of the track. As with any glue, clean the surfaces of the join, use enough glue but not too much and support the join when the glue is setting. 2nd.with this grass its very difficult to build a natural scenery. Any unnecessary friction means that electrical power going to the motor is turned into heat rather than speed on the track. Step 3: How the Track Is Secured. Did one for the kids 12mm ply hinged on wall alongside one of their beds. Most beginner sets come with a simple figure of eight or an oval circuit. A forum community dedicated to slot car owners and enthusiasts. If you are going to be regularly tinkering under the hood, then a less viscous oil will give slightly freer movement and marginally better performance. Funnily enough, later Hornby said you shouldn't affix the track to table on the official page: https://www.scalextric.com/uk-en/sup.ck-maintenance (see last entry. ) When worn, they will need replacing. Only use a precision oiler to do this. It is very much a personal preference. You might consider using silicone caulk to stick the track down. Lighter Fluid (naptha) available in 100ml tins from most pound shops. Don't put any clamps where a car might run a wheel over it. Analogue uses the same track as Digital (Sport Track), but the powerbase, hand controllers and power supply will be different. The ARC powerbase allows connection to the Scalextric APP race control app on your smartphone or tablet. I also tweak the braids to keep them tidy straight front to back and not too bushy. This downforce is measured with the magnet fitted to the car. This causes the track surface to warp., However if you want to tip the track on its side it needs to be fixed, so we used Scalextric C8232 track fixing clips, with Hornby R207 Track Fixing Pins. An entry level Digital Set will include a 4 car powerbase, meaning that 4 cars can be used at once on the standard 2 lane track, with each of the 4 controllers independently controlling a car. For my permanent micro scalextric track I used the cork edging used for edging laminate flooring glued to the base board in corners, as it holds the track firmly in position and allows for the track to be removed with relative ease if required. If you want to repair the car, then gluing the parts back is a reasonable simple job. The most common place for this to happen is where the yellow and green wires attach to the guide plate there is a lot of movement here, putting stress on the crimped join between wire and connector. This car does race well and feels sure-footed, even for those racers who prefer to race without a magnet (which is the fastest way to race!). If this is a part that holds the rear axle, motor or guide, you will almost certainly require a replacement. On wired analogue controllers you can restrict the trigger movement. These alternative clips are available from Pendle Slot Racing. At what angle do you guys knock the panel pins at - any pics? Disconnect the lane change track piece and check that the rail connections are all good. There is a similar bearing in the plastic end-bell at the back of the motor the tiniest drop of oil on the motor shaft next to the end-bell will also help keep the motor smooth. So, assuming you have managed to find the space to have a permanent location for your slot car track, how do you fix the track to the baseboard? I used fine panel pins. A lightweight super-resistant car is superior on smooth track and/or long straights since it wont be inclined to de-slot and can accelerate to top speed far quicker than a heavier fully detailed car. The magnet accounts for a force of (260-87) 173gms. Analogue Scalextric is slot car racing as you know it. Second from the bottom is CALIBRATE CAR. The track switches straight back so any car following you continues on the normal straight path.The Digital controllers also have a brake button to slow the car quicker.The addition of the lane changers add a great dimesion to racing where you can overtake and block other cars on track. Another novel idea would be to use flat metal plates glued or screwed to the board, with thicker round magnets bonded to the underside of the track. It allows electrical power to pass from the track slot, up through the braids and into the car, any issues with the braid will result in the car not working correctly. get a price match! Underpan: If you have an extremely heavy crash, it is possible to break part of the underpan. The topic Permanent Scalextric layout Baseboard material is closed to new replies. This circuit needs a lot of space. When retro fitting a Digital chip to a Scalextric car ensure that the chip is positioned as close behind the guide blade as possible. JavaScript is disabled. This will remove the dust and debris and give you the best possible grip from your Scalextric track. Rub it into the tyre surface. For many years Scalextric offered these metal fixing clips; C8232. Warped track works well enough but can give your Scalextric cars a very bumpy ride, especially down the long straight. The cars are larger, more detailed and the track layout typically more interesting. The tyres come in a range to cover F1, GT, Touring, Rally, Mini and Nascar cars.Gearing can be changed on car motors. A drop-off in power will mean the car struggles to overcome the downforce from its magnet and will move slower and slower. Carrera track is much harder/stiffer. Notebook or text file. Many years ago I built a track along one wall of my garage. Scalextric C122 Mini 1275 GT Rally Special mini sin usar. Sport track has one curved end connector and one square locator. This removes light grime and dust from the track surface. Carrera also offer an extra large 1:24 Scale . It is ideal for every type of car and is perfect for digital racing when there is more than 4 cars. Its just a very basic small track so the kids can easily get it out with out the hassle of putting it together. The simplest method is to just change the pinion gear. Cannot be used in conjunction with other offers, or when switching memberships), Contact UsPrivacyForum RulesClassifieds RulesLink RemovalNewsletter SettingsAdvertising, Viewing 13 posts - 1 through 13 (of 13 total), Permanent Scalextric layout Baseboard material. Analogue Scalextric is slot car racing as you know it. I roll the rear tyres on the sticky side of some 5cm (2-inch) wide masking tape. This circuit is ideal for single seaters and F1 cars as it has long fast straights and a variety of corners. IKEA use it to great effect to keep weights down but strength up. A budget alternative is a cheap computer gaming mat. The magnet being twice as close to the track doesn't mean it's effect is two-fold - it could be ten times stronger! This normally means that the loft, shed and garage are not ideal places. You can make it smaller to fit your space buy reducing the number of straights. There are a few things you need to have in mind before starting to design and build your track. How to repair / fix Scalextric track problems that cause poor running, slow or stopping Scalextric Slot Cars. All times are GMT-8. There are loads of suitable options including the pro-race Slot.it and NSR ranges in the Jadlam Scalextric & Slot Car shop, plus some of the model railway products too. I hope you found some of it useful. I have seen the clips for sport track, which seem like a good idea. The Performance range offers three more motors of a higher specification at 20,000, 25,000 and 30,000 rpm.Tyres are extremely important. Both analogue, digital scalextric and ARC sets use "Sport" track. Your email address will not be published. If your rear wing or mirrors do break, the easiest thing to do is to leave them off. Heat and plastic dont mix. Alternatively power booster cables can be used on 'analogue' or Digital track circuits. This isnt very common, but a replacement rear axle is required. A track, 2 lanes, 2 cars and one person drives each car on a single lane. After covering the tiles with a grass mat not only did it look more realistic, but the track was, horizontally at least, held in place with no fixing at all. Spares arent generally available for newer Scalextric cars, so well look at alternative rear axle set-ups later in this tuning series. Carefully unclip the rear axle and motor from chassis being careful not to crack the chassis around the motor or axle mounting points. If memory serves me well, back in the old days of big Scalextric and train layouts it would be a softwood frame supporting a chipboard baseboard. I use a foundation make-up brush for the areas with no greasy spots. Every now and then, a quick scuff on sandpaper will regain some grip too that is also explained in part two of this Tuning series. Tyre truing is also recommended for the advanced racer and involves running the. Ensure the cars drivetrain is clean, cars pick up hairs and carpet debris very easily. There were official clips that slide into slits on the side of the track. Check for any debris that could prevent free movement.Check that the axle has not been dislodged from it's mounting clips & this can normally be clipped back into place. and our All four types of track are NOT compatible with each other. You keep crashing/the car is uncontrollable? The link wires should be disconnected via the access cover on the underside of the track piece. C8525 for Start converters (disc), C8222 for classic track. Regular maintenance also prevents unnecessary wear and damage prevention is always better than repair. Then silicone sealant will hold it all down nicely. However, before I sign off, heres our updated toolkit. Although I have been careful with the car and the track is set up on a clean floor the Mustang is starting to get dirty, inside and out. Click on this image to view track parts and codes. My Mustang GT4 is in good shape. Sets - this are an alternative to Scalextric Micro Sets and in our opinion are better value. Reconnect the track piece and turn power on. nailed down) then any expansion will only lead to uneven surfaces.If the layout is to lay flat, leave the track loose. Ensure a crossover such as a Racing Curve doesn't cause lanes 1 & 2 to come together. Curved batten to follow bends by slotting with mitre saw and then bending and glue screw (tried steam bending but didnt work wrong wood and lack of skills). Once youve made sure your car is clean and any hair or debris removed, its time to lubricate those moving parts. Could put a softwood frame around it to avoid the edges. You dont have any blend. Search the forum using the power of Google. I am glad I cleaned up any excess lubrication when I first got the car grease and oil are a magnet for dust, dirt and grime. The track is secured with small trumpet head wood screws, This type of screw is needed because the door is soft and nails pull up. It is especially important to do this regularly if your track is set up on a carpet. I have a set at my in laws that is on a 8x4 board that will need to be put away for space reasons. Very occasionally, put a minuscule drop of oil on the brass bearing at the front of the motor. Scalextric used to supply them under reference C8232, but these are getting hard to find these days. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Specialists like Slot Track Scenics or Pendle Slot Racing both offer alternatives for these clips. These were cut to fit the profile of the curves and when laid, created a well for the track to sit flush in. Over the past few weeks, the RACE Performance Ford Mustang GT4 has spent three long sessions on the Jadlam SL6 test track. On sport track there are slots in the edge of the track where these clips go in. If a connection is loose, it will cause problems with the flow of electricity around the circuit. Power to the car only comes through the braids on the underside. Some chassis types and older cars are not DPR and require manual fitting of a digital chip. This is a case of dissolving the glue, using a cotton bud (Q-Tip) soaked in lighter fluid applied to the tabs on the underside of the body shell. There are only two things you need, the slot and the conductors. Thinking using some old track (classic) that came with the job lot as its not up to much but will need little more to get the bends flat as its just two banked ends and two straights each side, as storage is problem thinking just flat so as it can be propped up in sections against wall if its hide from view maybe Mrs wont give me to much grief, if the hobby takes off then will need to rethink and passably little bit of a loft conversion thinking at that point making own track but not sure from what yet. In terms of keeping your car smooth and clean, a perfect starter lubricator is the Gaugemaster Precision Oil Lubricator. Some Lane Change track pieces may have factory installed link wires between lanes 1 & 2. Attention should be given to the type of track pieces used when using the C7042 Advanced Powerbase in Analogue mode. (Cars come non digital as standard). Manually push a car over the track lane change sensor (this is a round hole about one car length before the flipper). Tom. Digital sets use a different digital powerbase, digital hand controllers, digital power supply and the cars need to be converted for digital use. Force = Friction x Normal force To give the most grip the track surface has to be as clean as possible. Your email address will not be published. In this article we are looking into Scalextric track and track maintenance. Cars have to be digital to work on a digital track. Once you have locked calibration, the car you have calibrated will no longer need to be calibrated again, unless you want to change the speed of course. Modern Scalextric cars with the new deeper guide will snag on Classic track which means you may have to file the guide blade down a bit for smooth running. If so, what did you use as the base board material? 1951 Ferrari 212 Export Fontana Barchetta, http://www.made-in-china.com/image/2f0j00SCable-Clips.jpg, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Gaugemaster-GM22-Aut=item5881bc1e25, http://www.scalextric.com/shop/track/accesing-side-clips/. I also have an old bottle of sewing machine oil, which is what Ive used on Scalextric cars since the 1970s. ? Steve. We are not too sure of the exact mechanism that causes this but we know it's the joints between the track pieces that introduce a high resistance to electrical current. Underneath, you can see the metal rails are held onto the plastic track surface by three pairs of metal tabs. Ensure lane 1 and lane 2 of the powerbase are not linked together by configuration of the circuit layout. Oh and that layout has no crossover so the lane lengths will be unequal. A torsion box would let you keep it fairly light but strong and resistant to bending examples. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Building your own track layout - Step by Step Guide. If you want to tip the whole works for storage the track would have to be fastened down in more places. However, dont expect this to be a permanent fix if it broke once, itll probably break again. If you use thin panel pins with small heads, and gently punch them below the track surface, I recon that would make the track very stable, and if you lift it later, the small hole in the "tongue" will be invisible. As above it was very heavy too heavy for him to raise and lower (it was hinged at one end) even with a sort of block and tackle arrangement to reduce the effort required. In this blog, Ill take a look at how the Mustang GT4 is holding up, give it a clean, lubricate the moving parts and consider some common repairs for Scalextric cars. I want to make a folding layout that can be put away when not in use. Multi-Car Control through one Hand Controller One controller can be used to control more than one car simultaneously.Place the cars to be controlled by one controller on to the track. The copper tape is available on rolls with plenty of length. The digital plug to convert the car is shaped just like this hatch, however it has a centrally positioned diode/led. When the car crosses from one piece of track to the next there should not be a drop in power/speed. ARC App RacingA whole new level of slot racing fun. This is important as you run the risk of gluing the wheel to the axle bushing so be careful as you push the wheel back on to the axle and leave a gap. 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