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by doct1010
Sun Jan 22, 2006 9:34 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Single most important element?
Replies: 18
Views: 19347

Re: Single most important element?

Stan, thanks for quick reply. Best I could tell he had all four touching. Car ran very smooth. His heat races were not close except in finals when he went up against #3 or #1. He only lost once to #3, otherwise always a 1,2,3 finish. Track is an older (modern design) 32' Piantidosi. Very good shape,...
by doct1010
Sun Jan 22, 2006 8:25 pm
Forum: General Car/Truck Racer Topics
Topic: Single most important element?
Replies: 18
Views: 19347

Single most important element?

Our committee recently convened for our post derby meeting. The hot topic amongst the few Pineheads was the second place finisher in pack. My son was the pack winner in an extremely close final. I know what we put into his car. He spent many hours on axle polish, wheel prep, sanding and finishing. W...
by doct1010
Sat Jan 14, 2006 7:42 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: What to do about bought e-bay car?
Replies: 15
Views: 24034

Re: What to do about bought e-bay car?

NE, Thanks again for your insight. Kid had a blast, so did dad. He finished 3rd in his den and was delighted. Got a medal and was grinin ear to ear. Did not fair as well in final. Not bad considering we slapped it together in an hour or so. Basic wedge ripped on table saw with jig I made. Pro body t...
by doct1010
Fri Jan 13, 2006 4:39 pm
Forum: General Coordinator Topics
Topic: PWD Committee ??'s
Replies: 6
Views: 10381

Re: PWD Committee ??'s

As a first time chairman, I can only ditto everything Darin posted. Hand out rules and technical info. Workshops work well, parents attendance is an asset. An op to clearly demonstrate what is allowed and not. Get as much help as available!
by doct1010
Sun Jan 08, 2006 11:46 am
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: What to do about bought e-bay car?
Replies: 15
Views: 24034

Re: What to do about bought e-bay car?

nosam,
Precisely what we did, and what I intended when stating "help was offered to get him going". I invited both to my home work shop and we built car as a group. Derby is this evening. Hope he does well. Much more rewarding experience knowing he had a hand in construction.
by doct1010
Fri Jan 06, 2006 8:26 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Wheel advice
Replies: 2
Views: 4475

Re: Wheel advice

PackMan, There are many here far more experienced than me. What I find ironic is drilling holes in the sidewall and lathing the interior is ok, but not the tread surface! :? How about hub coning? To remove interior material, I have experimented using a wheel mandrel and cordless drill in a vice. Lev...
by doct1010
Fri Jan 06, 2006 2:40 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: What to do about bought e-bay car?
Replies: 15
Views: 24034

Re: What to do about bought e-bay car?

Thank you all for the thoughtful comments. A resolution is at hand. Armed with the e-bay listing I provided, our Cubmaster contacted parent. He very graciously read him our rules regarding construction. Father was very truthful, in fact did not argue his case as I had anticipated. (Father is a lawye...
by doct1010
Thu Jan 05, 2006 1:40 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: What to do about bought e-bay car?
Replies: 15
Views: 24034

Re: What to do about bought e-bay car?

NE. Thanks for the prompt and insightful response. As Derby chair I wear many hats, primarily because I am one of the few parents who show an avid interest. I am responsible for technical inspection. Our rules are quite liberal. We allow extended wheel base and alternative lubes. Wheels and axles st...
by doct1010
Thu Jan 05, 2006 1:04 pm
Forum: Planning, Preps & Running the Race
Topic: What to do about bought e-bay car?
Replies: 15
Views: 24034

What to do about bought e-bay car?

Hello all, My first year as our derby chair. We have a pre-race weigh in which usaually coincides with a pack meeting. An opportunity for the kids to weigh in, make adjustments and see what others have cooked up. Well... Wouldn't you know, I notice a car that looks strangely familar. I get home and ...
by doct1010
Wed Dec 21, 2005 6:28 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Krytox application
Replies: 1
Views: 3363

Krytox application

Hello all, first time poster long time lurker. I owe a debt of gratitude to all the regular posters. My question, anyone (Terry, Buckeye) familar with the appropriate application method for Krytox 100? I've tried the search feature came up empty. I understand it is less critical than NyeOil. However...