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I’ve made the case several times over the last few months that I’m slowing down significantly on my slot car builds and acquisitions because over the last 4.5 years I’ve managed to obtain a great deal of what I want. That’s not to say there aren’t a lot of “whales” out there I’d love toContinue reading “HIGH BUILDS: The Ghost of Mr. Shelby Returns!”

The post explores “The Choppers,” a low-budget film from the “Juvenile Delinquent Exploitation” genre, highlighting its cheesy moral lessons and poor production values. Despite its shortcomings, it has gained cult status due to memorable music and its role in showcasing classic cars, appealing to fans of “so bad it’s good” cinema.

The author reflects on the transition of Road Race Replicas (RRR) to new ownership under JAG Hobbies, expressing relief over the change. They share past concerns and experiences with RRR, highlighting the quality of products, while remaining uncertain about future manufacturing. Overall, they express optimism for continued support of JAG Hobbies.

The author returns from vacation to showcase a rare Faller slot car, a German brand. They explore its history, including connections with Aurora, and discuss the unique chassis design found in their model. The article highlights Faller’s long-standing market presence and the writer’s plans to delve deeper into the brand, promising future insights.

Let’s take a drive through the old townBack past the place where we metSome things are hard to rememberSome things you’ll never forget Let’s take a walk down your old streetWho lives in your house today?Let’s see if we can rememberAll of the vows that we made ~Chris Isaak, 1989 Indulge me in one moreContinue reading “Out of the Slot – The 2024 Inland Empire Nostalgia Tour: Lifelong Friendships Bonded by Music”