The author passionately expresses their love for classic cars and slot racing, particularly favoring the Ford Mustang fastback despite being a lifelong Chevy enthusiast. They reflect on memories with a late mentor, and emphasize the Mustang’s beauty and nostalgia over performance. Slot racing with their custom-built cars brings them joy amidst rising car prices.
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Hot Summer Nights at Drag City-2025
The post reflects on the joy of slot car racing, particularly the excitement of events at Drag City. The author shares experiences, updates on their car collection, and thoughts on potential tournaments amidst a busy life. There’s an acknowledgment of the changing landscape of AI and leisure time, urging readers to enjoy their hobbies.
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.
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.