It’s been quite a while since I’ve done a post in “The Replacements” series. This series of posts has always served multiple purposes. In some cases, it was to make a change to one of the fleets in order to remove a car that I felt had to be taken out of active racing dutyContinue reading ““The Replacements” – Episode XII”
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April 26 | Memento Mori
This post commemorates the author’s late friend Dale Pratley, reflecting on their shared experiences, especially in the context of slot car racing. It discusses the inevitability of loss and the importance of cherishing memories. Two years after Dale’s passing, the author honors him by continuing their passion for racing and valuing friendships.
Shattered! Embarking on a Risky Repair of a Vintage Thunderjet
Slot car enthusiast Joel Furuli highlighted concerns about tan Aurora cars, suggesting they’re often more fragile due to a flawed manufacturing batch. This brittleness, similar to issues seen in some Hot Wheels, was evident in a tan 1963 Ford Galaxie police cruiser, which disintegrated during assembly, leading to challenges repairing it.
Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt III: CONCLUSION
In the final chapter of my custom wheel fitting series, I reflect on fitting custom aluminum wheels to vintage axles and a modern Auto World chassis. Initially dissatisfied with their appearance on a ’72 Buick Skylark, I found a better fit with a ’66/’67 Chevy Nova, resulting in a satisfying build outcome.
Threaded Aluminum Wheels, Pt II: Going Full Kustom!
On February 9, I shared insights about AJ’s aluminum wheels and my plan to test modern aluminum wheels on an Ultra G muscle car. I purchased a new ‘72 Buick Skylark GS in “Cortez Gold” for this purpose. The experiment’s results were surprising, revealing unexpected issues during the setup.