On a Thursday night at Drag City, the blogger enjoyed racing with a friend but faced disappointment upon discovering damage to a cherished 1999 Hot Wheels car. Corrosion affected its gold plating, prompting concern for the rest of the collection. Eventually, a replacement was found, but the mystery of the damage remains unresolved.
Tag Archives: AFX
Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt II: Going Full Kustom!
On February 9, I shared insights about AJ’s aluminum wheels and my plan to test modern aluminum wheels on an Ultra G muscle car. I purchased a new ‘72 Buick Skylark GS in “Cortez Gold” for this purpose. The experiment’s results were surprising, revealing unexpected issues during the setup.
Back to the Basement…At Colpar’s HobbyTown!
The blogger describes a recent cold week in the Rockies, followed by a sunny weekend attending a model hobby event at Colpar’s Hobbytown with a visiting friend. They enjoyed a vast selection of aviation models and made several exciting purchases, while reflecting on the predominantly male demographic of the hobby.
Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt I: What’s The Deal, Really?
The post discusses the author’s experience with AJ’s threaded aluminum wheels for slot cars. Although initially drawn by nostalgia and aesthetic appeal, the author questions their practicality due to design flaws like non-counter-threaded axles, which can cause issues during use. Despite performance challenges, the wheels remain popular among collectors for their vintage charm, leading to a planned experiment with modern slot cars to assess their performance.
Full Kustom Thunderjets: 2 Handmade Creations Redefine “Rare!”
This Saturday, I will feature two unique custom-made cars from Colorado’s slot racing artisan, Joe Furuli. The collection includes a verified bright green Sunbeam Alpine S1 and a distinctive ’56 Nomad. Both showcase Furuli’s craftsmanship, standing out for their rarity and attention to detail among enthusiasts.