As is probably the case for many hobbyists, my hobbies have been solitary pursuits. From the time I first started building plastic scale models in 1955, my work has all … Continue reading “Fifty Years of Slot Track Building”
The first track was built by the clubs founders in a span of about six months with everyone working every weekend. It was a lot of work but the result and the friendships that grew from it were well worth the time and effort.
The idea for a new track had been kicking around for a while now it was just a matter of building it. That is easier said than done. However all that changed at our annual club meeting in October of 2015 when the club decided to run a rally series that would require a new track. …
I was saddened when I read this morning of the passing of automotive journalist Brock Yates. Car and Driver was my favorite magazine for a half-century and Brock Yates was … Continue reading “My First Van”
Here is a track I made for my son in the Eighties. I used Tyco track on 1/2″ plywood and hinged it on the wall above his bed. On the … Continue reading “My Eighties Tyco Track”
What the heck is going on with that Capri? Here is the deal. When we ran this series in 2013 I spent a large amount of time playing with different … Continue reading “What is up with that Ford Capri?”