Tuning Home Set Slot Cars for IROC Racing

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • Not all tuning is about going as fast as possible, sometimes you just want a nice fun drive.... four identical nice fun drives is an IROC class
    Tyres used: Paul Gage PGT-21126XXD
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  • @NoShelfQueens
    @NoShelfQueens 4 місяці тому

    Ah the king of direct down-to-earth slot car improvement strikes again! Thanks Dave 👍🏻👍🏻 Will be applying the knowledge to a bunch of Scaley Commodore VLs 🙌🏻

  • @user-rh2zo3gh1l
    @user-rh2zo3gh1l 4 місяці тому

    Thank you Dave. You can really see and hear the difference in the car with each improvement you made. One change at a time is the way to go. Great post. Thank you.

  • @Dafingers1
    @Dafingers1 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for taking the time.tomdonthis production. Many will benefit. From.this.. all apot.on. and it is nice to hear just that low whine as a car rips around. .

  • @CircuitSociety
    @CircuitSociety Місяць тому

    This is great. I have considered following this process and building 4 similar DTM cars for when people come over to play.

  • @MrDarrenp40
    @MrDarrenp40 4 місяці тому

    Great structure and process here Dave. A great way to while away a spare half hour on an Easter Sunday. It otherwise goes to show that we don't need to spend shed loads to have great fun in the hobby.

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому +1

      If you think this is budget slot car racing, next week's video knocks this into a cocked hat 😁

  • @robertsale6528
    @robertsale6528 4 місяці тому

    Great video Dave, showing that ALL cars no matter what brand can be improved 👍 👍👍👍👍

  • @AudiSlotGarageRaceway
    @AudiSlotGarageRaceway 4 місяці тому +1

    awesome run through Dave, finished product ran nicer than the cars with magnets

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому +1

      finished product is actually a fraction slower with the lead in but more enjoyable and forgiving, but yes over all they all run smoother and quieter. I should probably put the magnet back in one now and see how far I can turn up the voltage and still keep full t rigger all the way round the lap LOL

  • @Nodramaslots
    @Nodramaslots 4 місяці тому

    I used to love IROC racing!

  • @TheDeLeonSlotCarRaceway
    @TheDeLeonSlotCarRaceway 4 місяці тому

    Very nice tutorial, you,ve taken it to the next level. With the plastic solvent.

  • @slotcardude68
    @slotcardude68 4 місяці тому +1

    Great tutorial on a small tuning program for those homeset cars!!!!!!!

  • @BSslotcars
    @BSslotcars 4 місяці тому

    Nice work and your track is very flowing and racable too I like it!!

  • @SlotCarMisfitsofallscales
    @SlotCarMisfitsofallscales 4 місяці тому

    Hey Dave! Shared to slot car misfits of all scales on Facebook

  • @RC-oe8dm
    @RC-oe8dm 4 місяці тому

    Great video Dave. I did the same with 4 BMW 320's a while back.

  • @Clearwater124
    @Clearwater124 4 місяці тому

    In Canada they were sold as Mercuries, maybe in the US also. My cousin had one with a V6 and it was a fun little car.

  • @IrrerasCarrera
    @IrrerasCarrera 4 місяці тому

    I had no idea that's what iroc meant. Thanks for this Dave. Cheers

  • @kirbs50
    @kirbs50 4 місяці тому +1

    What a good teacher! Informative, easy to follow and apply. Thank you.

  • @ButchersSlotcarJournal
    @ButchersSlotcarJournal 4 місяці тому

    What a great video Dave. I will need to buy a tire truer now...

  • @trackfanstv
    @trackfanstv 4 місяці тому

    Nice video Dave, I'll be doing some of that later 🤘🏻

  • @richardlange9094
    @richardlange9094 4 місяці тому

    I always learn from you.

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      People ask what do I get from doing a channel... it's not my job but this ^^ is the ultimate job satisfaction thank you

  • @Scale_Slotcars_Latvia
    @Scale_Slotcars_Latvia 4 місяці тому +2

    Great post Dave .hugely improved and fun cars now . I really must save up and buy a tyre truing machine for my Brms 🤔 Ive never bought an aftermarket tyre for a 132 car ....Yet ! 😊thanks for sharing mate 👍

  • @SpareRoomSlotCars
    @SpareRoomSlotCars 4 місяці тому

    Great video Dave, nicely explained

  • @RoadsAndRailsHobbies
    @RoadsAndRailsHobbies 4 місяці тому +1

    Dave. As usual, great video. I'm relatively new to the slot car world. Coming from model railroading. I love the information you keep presenting. It is extremely helpful. Keep up the great videos. Take care...

  • @tcase101
    @tcase101 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video Dave! Looks like they’re going to make for some fun racing!

  • @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars
    @OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars 4 місяці тому

    Very Nicely done ✅

  • @OKSlotCarTesting
    @OKSlotCarTesting 4 місяці тому

    Very nice video!🏁

  • @twolinesslotcars
    @twolinesslotcars 4 місяці тому

    great job Dave! i am looking to bui;ld an IROC class... can't decide maybe Fly cars.

  • @SwiftSlots
    @SwiftSlots 4 місяці тому

    I'd love one of those No3 Capri's, beautiful looking car, and it would be my first Carrera !!

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      Was 3rd wedding anniversary present from Mrs SlotR a couple of years ago

    • @SwiftSlots
      @SwiftSlots 4 місяці тому

      @@slotr There is one on Ebay right now, ain't paying fifty quid for it though!

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      @@SwiftSlots 70 for the green and white one with the 4 on it sir? LOL

    • @SwiftSlots
      @SwiftSlots 4 місяці тому

      @@slotrNah, I'm 4'ist 🤣

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      @@SwiftSlots 4s and flags with iffy histories LOL

  • @simonsays171
    @simonsays171 4 місяці тому

    Nice video Dave. I need to look into a truer.

    • @NoShelfQueens
      @NoShelfQueens 4 місяці тому +1

      Save the research (although I know it can be at least half the fun 😅) and get the Swift Slots one 💪🏻

  • @neddy1287
    @neddy1287 4 місяці тому

    He just invented Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift overnight once the magnets been removed 😅😅

  • @James87987
    @James87987 4 місяці тому

    Great video Dave, thanks for posting. Where do you stand on body float?

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому +1

      Float is great but not for this tune up

  • @jackgabbert3233
    @jackgabbert3233 4 місяці тому

    Hello,
    Great Tips and pointer's on essentially stock enhancements.
    Also, I like your layout elevations.
    What is your lane length? - And Table size please?
    Best Regards,
    Jack

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      Hiya, there is a pinned comment with the link to my layout on this video ua-cam.com/video/gyif3mAORGk/v-deo.html

  • @arnetoft2108
    @arnetoft2108 Місяць тому

    Hi Slot R I am soon moving house and got space for a bigger track, and I like your layout, so can I ask how big is your table length and wide, and how long is your track. And thanks for the good videos you provide us with.

    • @slotr
      @slotr  Місяць тому

      Hiya, I can do better than that, check the description on this video ua-cam.com/video/gyif3mAORGk/v-deo.html you'll find the softy planner link :)

    • @arnetoft2108
      @arnetoft2108 Місяць тому

      Thank you

  • @Show-MeSlotCars
    @Show-MeSlotCars 4 місяці тому

    I have a question about the Hot Glue on the motor: I always assumed (maybe incorrectly) that those holes in the chassis were designed to help keep the motor cool. When you add the Hot Glue in those holes does that cause the motor to heat up more? And if it does, does it matter?

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому +1

      I think to be honest the slots are more about improving the effect of the motor magnet through the hard plastic, certainly not run a carrera car to the point it was hot enough to melt the glue and I'd say the glue would melt before the motor got hot enough to harm itself.

    • @Show-MeSlotCars
      @Show-MeSlotCars 4 місяці тому

      @@slotr Good point! I am going to give it a shot!

  • @rickyfrench1262
    @rickyfrench1262 4 місяці тому

    Great video brother. What speed and brake setting do you have it set through smart race app? I run Paul gage urethane. I’m actually starting to on the front tires as well. Just maybe will help to put more rubber on the track as well.

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      with the Truspeed controller I just throw the CU brake and throttle up to 100% and trim a bit off with the buttons on the controller

    • @rickyfrench1262
      @rickyfrench1262 4 місяці тому

      @@slotr what about the smart race app speed settings? The CU settings are not in play while using smart race. Or am I missing something……

    • @slotr
      @slotr  4 місяці тому

      smart race app is just a friendlier way of getting the CU to send the signals to the chips for brake and throttle :) It's doing the same thing as pressing all the buttons on the CU doing it manually