The author reflects on personal changes during a quiet period leading to Christmas vacation, emphasizing the positive outcomes of unwanted adjustments. Acknowledgments are given to a friend for assistance. New projects are anticipated after the holidays.
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Drag City’s Saturday Morning Time Machine – Installment 2: SPACE GHOST | “The Fastest Phantom in the Galaxy!”
Happy Saturday morning, race fans! Here at long last is installment 2 of Saturday Morning Time Machine! Today’s installment of original fan fiction based on the Hanna-Barbera classics of our youth features Space Ghost, as he arrives on earth to help your intrepid trio of Drag City “track rats” fight off an original villain createdContinue reading “Drag City’s Saturday Morning Time Machine – Installment 2: SPACE GHOST | “The Fastest Phantom in the Galaxy!””
In the Hot Seat: Not As Easy As It Seemed!
The author reflects on their slot racing track setup, highlighting lighting regrets and inadequate seating. After visiting IKEA with a friend, they discover limited stool options and settle on a discounted stool that surprisingly proves comfortable. Although improvements are needed, they feel optimistic about returning to racing tournaments soon.
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.