Trapped Weekend! Customizin’ and Junkyard Doggin’

Are ya dug out yet??? Well, that last weekend was no fun! Not for your humble blogger and friends, and not for at least a million other peeps across the land! The Weather Channel has apparently named the monster that just past “Winter Storm Fern,” while NOAA/NWS just called it “the January 2026 winter storm.”Continue reading “Trapped Weekend! Customizin’ and Junkyard Doggin’”

“The Final Four” – Chaparral 2A: Another Chevrolet-powered Star To Finish Out the Auto World Ultra-G Racing Fleet

The Auto World Ultra-G sports car fleet prepares for the arrival of its 96th car, featuring a unique Chaparral 2A build. The author recounts the challenges of sourcing and modifying cars, highlighting the charm of vintage aesthetics and performance. Jetstream, designed by Jim Hall, boasts impressive racing capabilities and a distinctive “brawler” look.

“The Final Four”: This McLaren Elva M1A Shows the Finish Line is In Sight for the Auto World Ultra-G Racing Fleets!

I’ve recently come to a consequential decision about my slot car hobby. I’ve decided that the time is fast approaching to wrap up what may be my favorite aspect of it: acquiring, customizing, and building the Auto World Ultra-G racing fleets. If you look at the case contents shown here of my 2nd case forContinue reading ““The Final Four”: This McLaren Elva M1A Shows the Finish Line is In Sight for the Auto World Ultra-G Racing Fleets!”

DIORAMA DETAILS: Subtle Changes for a New Year

Moving from the HO Highway over to the “big track” this weekend, I’ll drop this very brief post to highlight a couple of very small recent changes made to the diorama around Drag City Raceway. This is one of the aspects of this hobby that I most enjoy, even if it doesn’t read on theContinue reading “DIORAMA DETAILS: Subtle Changes for a New Year”

RLC Roundup: The Year In Review

Reflections on 2025 as a year of loss and anticipates significant changes in 2026. The author shares experiences of packing away holiday decorations, while highlighting a passion for collecting die-cast cars, showcasing new acquisitions and their attributes while lamenting issues with scale and pricing. Collecting remains a cherished activity.