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by subnet99
Thu Dec 03, 2009 7:09 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Photos
Topic: 2010 Test cars
Replies: 148
Views: 90503

Re: 2010 Test cars

So that we might save ourselves from repeating your mistake, where was the COM relative the rear axle? Our two cents... We use a standard wheelbase and run our COM 3/8" - 1/2" in front of the axle. We find this to be pretty aggressive and even on a smooth aluminum track we require a lot o...
by subnet99
Thu Dec 03, 2009 6:28 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: PVC Powder
Replies: 3
Views: 3945

Re: PVC Powder

The results we had with the PVC where not much better than with Teflon powder, which is to say horrible!

Sporty is dead on with his input. Lube is just the icing on the cake and for my money the molly/graphite blends are the best "dry" lubes.
by subnet99
Thu Dec 03, 2009 6:22 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: What is your best form of weight?
Replies: 11
Views: 9819

Re: What is your best form of weight?

We like the 3/8" cylinders for there ease of use and density. They are easy to place by drilling a hole with a forstner bit.
by subnet99
Wed Dec 02, 2009 2:12 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Bore prep
Replies: 130
Views: 210422

Re: Bore prep

Sporty, I just placed an order with micro-surface yesterday for the 4000,6000,8000 and 12000 grit adhesive backed sheets. I am going to try it on some straightened electric fence wire which is very rigid. I'll let you know how I make out. I also have the following from WinDerby: 3µm polishing paper ...
by subnet99
Fri Nov 20, 2009 7:28 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Bore prep
Replies: 130
Views: 210422

Re: Bore prep

Sporty,

I assume the products you purchased from Precision Polishing are the 3M Aluminum Oxide Imperial Diamond Lapping Film in .05, .3, 1 and 3 micron grits. Any updates on which adhesives work best with these? Also, what size sheets did you buy and what did they cost?

Thanks,

Subnet99
by subnet99
Thu Nov 19, 2009 12:30 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Track Timer A True blessing ! Alignment break through
Replies: 22
Views: 18585

Re: Track Timer A True blessing ! Alignment break through

Sporty, Thanks for the quick reply. I just wanted to confirm your methodology. We have never had great success with canted axles. We just shoot for a straight running alignment and make small adjustments as needed to keep the wheel centered between the axle head and car body. We press our axles in t...
by subnet99
Thu Nov 19, 2009 11:20 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Track Timer A True blessing ! Alignment break through
Replies: 22
Views: 18585

Re: Track Timer A True blessing ! Alignment break through

Having a timer, you can turn that axle just like a clock. with 12 turns on the axle, each turn made run and test and see the track times. when the car is faster and you cannot get any better. go onto the next wheel and do the same thing. repeat the process for all 4 wheels. Sporty, Using this 12 tu...
by subnet99
Fri Nov 13, 2009 6:51 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: Sources for Plaques/Trophies
Replies: 24
Views: 39402

Re: Sources for Plaques/Trophies

Thanks for the info guys and ah8tk your custom trophy looks awesome! Anyone else have any other recommended vendors?
by subnet99
Fri Nov 13, 2009 6:47 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Favorite Paints
Replies: 21
Views: 17585

Re: Favorite Paints

subnet99 wrote:What I'm struggling with is that I can get a nice 2oz kit for just over $100 and by the time I buy the Kosmic Klear, Reducer, and Katalyst I'll have about $65 in the clear coat alone.
Well I broke down and ordered a starter kit and the Kosmic Klear, Reducer, and Katalyst yesterday from tcpglobal.
by subnet99
Thu Nov 12, 2009 7:12 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: Sources for Plaques/Trophies
Replies: 24
Views: 39402

Sources for Plaques/Trophies

I am looking for suggestions for vendors that supply Pinewood Derby plaques and trophies. I know that I can just go to my local shop and/or Google but, thought their might be some online vendors that come highly recommended.
by subnet99
Thu Nov 12, 2009 8:20 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.
Replies: 10
Views: 8058

Re: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.

pwrd by tungsten wrote:So I checked for you some times....

Thanks for the tips and info.
by subnet99
Wed Nov 11, 2009 8:05 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.
Replies: 10
Views: 8058

Re: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.

Thanks for the clarification, subnet99. Your stated goals seem aligned with construction and design commonly used in pro- or modified-class league racing. You may also want to check out boards that specialize in those types of races because Derby Talk caters mainly to kids' races... :goodluck: Than...
by subnet99
Wed Nov 11, 2009 2:15 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.
Replies: 10
Views: 8058

Re: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.

You guys are definitely getting creative...... Thanks for your input! Let me clarify the the rules: Yes, "almost" anything goes with the following exceptions listed below, so a fan would be permissible. The exceptions would be that the vehicle must fit on the track, fit behind the starting...
by subnet99
Wed Nov 11, 2009 7:57 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.
Replies: 10
Views: 8058

Planning for a "Anything Goes" adult car.

Hello all, I am currently in the planning stage for building this year's adult "Anything Goes" car. I believe I am going to use a Lester Racing 100 series body but I cannot decide between cubes or 1" round tungsten. I've always used .5oz tungsten cylinders in the past and I'm not clea...
by subnet99
Tue Nov 10, 2009 8:10 am
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Favorite Paints
Replies: 21
Views: 17585

Re: Favorite Paints

What I'm struggling with is that I can get a nice 2oz kit for just over $100 and by the time I buy the Kosmic Klear, Reducer, and Katalyst I'll have about $65 in the clear coat alone.