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BODY: Auto World WHEELS & TIRES: Road Race Replicas Classic era Fords are endlessly confusing to me. Even the most knowledgeable car guys get thrown off by their scrambled families of engines with similar displacements and similar names, but as confusing as the engines are, even the models themselves sometimes throw me for a loop.Continue reading “Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’70 Mustang Mach 1“

The author shares their favorite slot car, the Model Motoring 1955 Chevy Bel-Air, highlighting its quality and design. As a collector, they own three models, considering their future use cautiously, especially for racing. They express interest in acquiring a modified version while appreciating the existing ones’ condition and rarity.

The relationship between Aurora and Ford is highlighted in the development of slot cars and performance options for vehicles like the Mustang and Torino, particularly the “Drag Pack.” Aurora’s gear ratios significantly influence slot car performance, with different pinions affecting speed and braking ability. Parts remain available, although some are rare.

The update details recent additions to the Road Crew’s non-racing fleet, highlighting new acquisitions from vintage Aurora parts, including chassis, motors, and various components. Several models have been restored or customized, featuring unique paint schemes. The collector actively shares excitement over rare finds and ongoing projects, showing dedication to the hobby.

BODY, WHEELS & TIRES: Road Race Replicas This is the most detailed, most thought-out and, in many ways, the most beautiful HO-scale slot car body I have ever seen. A creation of Road Race Replicas-a vendor who, more than any other, I credit with getting me into this hobby-I have acquired 3 of these expensiveContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Sportscars: Ferrari 250 GTO”