Metal screw post sleeves provide a solution for the common design flaw in T-Jet slot cars, where screw posts easily crack and strip. While not a guaranteed fix, these sleeves can significantly strengthen weakened posts if properly installed, often requiring adjustments and patience. T-Jet enthusiasts should keep these sleeves handy for repairs.
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Last Weekend at The Track: CRACK-UPS & CRASHES edition
Drag City is a dangerous place, not for the faint of heart. Below: a galley of some of the more brutal, amazing, hilarious, and downright impossible crashes from the track (spectator photos)
Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’67 Pontiac GTO
BODY: Aurora Model Motoring WHEELS & TIRES: Road Race Replicas When I found out Model Motoring made a ’67 GTO I couldn’t wait to get my hands on one; it’s a beautifully proportioned body that looks exactly like the real thing. I’m a big fan of ‘60’s Ponchos, and though I tend to like theContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’67 Pontiac GTO“
The Cigar Box conversion process
The post discusses upgrading old Aurora Cigar Box toy cars into Thunderjet models, highlighting their historical significance and rarity. It details the conversion process, which involves modifying chassis and adjusting screw posts, while emphasizing collectors’ interest in preserving original models. The author shares personal experiences with conversions, showcasing improved performance and aesthetics.
NEW BUILDS: Ringing in the new year with a Ford G.T.40
As I continue to build my way to my goal of 2 fleets of 64 cars each, I’m going to show you some of the most recent builds as I put them together. This is similar to the “Meet The Fleet” posts, except that there we’re looking back over what I’ve done in the lastContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: Ringing in the new year with a Ford G.T.40“