On pre-race day, the inspection site is bustling with a diverse array of cars and their teams, creating a chaotic atmosphere. Racers, from corporate sponsors to privateers, navigate the crowded area while officials conduct inspections. Amid the frenzy, mechanics rush to finalize preparations, adding to the overall disorder.
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Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’72 Camaro Z-28 RS
BODY: Dash Motorsports WHEELS: Vincent TIRES: Road Race Replicas I don’t have many slot cars with bodies made by Dash Motorsports because there just aren’t very many of them! I’ve found a variance in the quality of their molds as well, with some being really spectacular and some being just OK. File this one underContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’72 Camaro Z-28 RS“
Gettin’ the Tableaudown In Wardglenn!
In the summer of 1984, Wardglenn’s business district buzzes as Drag City reopens, coinciding with popular TV shows and a bustling California. Local dramas unfold, including car troubles for friends, a surfer couple, and curious encounters at nearby establishments, all while race day excitement builds around town.
A Near Catastrophe, A Broken Promise
The author discusses challenges faced during the construction of a model pit row for the diorama. A work commitment delayed progress, and an attempt to remove labels from garages using acetone resulted in permanent discoloration. Despite setbacks, a creative solution was found, involving repainting and weathering the garages for realism. The search for suitable grandstands continues.
Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign…
The author expresses pride in a recent project, highlighting the ease of creating freeway signs using Tahoma Bold instead of the ideal “Highway Gothic” font. They utilized a scanner and Photoshop for design, drawing on their decade of magazine production experience. The freeway is nearly complete, though more cars are desired.