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Mark's Slot Car Garage
United States
Registrace 11. 09. 2022
AFX, HO slot car racer, and collector.
Rooster Racing Channel Giveaway
I will be doing a giveaway on Tuesday July 2nd at 8:00 pm Est. I will be giving away two Rooster Racing Super 7 cars. Good luck!
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Slot Car Raceway and Hobby Shop Vero Beach, FL
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Slot Car Raceway and Hobby Shop Vero Beach, FL
Budget Controllers, the TruSpeed surprised me
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Budget Controllers, the TruSpeed surprised me
Used Viper - Is it a Viper PolyMod? Conclusion
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Used Viper - Is it a Viper PolyMod? Conclusion
Auto World Super III high down force mode
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Auto World Super III high down force mode
Auto World Super 3 traction magnet tips and a design flaw
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Auto World Super 3 traction magnet tips and a design flaw
Adding a relay to my Trackmate timing system
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Adding a relay to my Trackmate timing system
Wizzard Fusion vs Viper (Spec Racer Class)
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Wizzard Fusion vs Viper (Spec Racer Class)
When there's other racers you can identify Mark by his knees
LOL, thanks.
Nice racing! You are a great host and I'm learning a lot through you on how to conduct races. I love your rule for the 3 second penalty for crashing. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks, I appreciate that, we actually just made that rule up that day since we don't have enough guys to have lane marshalling.
Hi mark I seen you had some white rear rims can you tell me where I might be able to get some from please and thank you
The only white hubs I have are from RPMs you can get them from www.highrpms.net. Thanks
Hi Mark. What kind of cars y’all racing?
We raced Super 7 from Rooster racing with Lexan bodies, and Dash Mondo with Corvette hard bodies this afternoon. Thanks
Are you running polymer or ceramic magnets in that first race?
The first race were Rooster Racing Super 7, they have level 6 polymer magnets. Thanks
Hi Mark, looks like you got all four lanes running well.
Yeah no issues with any lanes, thanks.
Hi Mark, which tools were essential for your Ghost Cat build ?
My Ghost Cat build did not turn out so great. No special tools really but getting the hood system to run well was tough. If you look on CZcams Roger from RPM did several build videos which is what I followed. A small tweezer was all I really needed.
Sometimes I track test for results, sometimes the Dyno doesn’t tell the story, For example Steven built me a bsrt super Stock, was very lack luster on the Dyno, made like 220, but that thing was quick, I was confused, I built a car that’s a Dyno queen 5.9 ohm, got in the mid 400’s but ain’t as fast as the bsrt 🤷🏾♂️ I can’t figure it out Mark, so I track test when I’m disappointed in Dyno numbers, that’s just my experience
That is odd, 220 is a fairly low number compared to a car in the 400's but I know what you mean, I have cars they are not Dyno killers that are very fast on the track. In general though for me if the car has very strong numbers on the Dyno it usually runs well on the track at least speed wise, handling is a whole other story, you need track time to get the handling down.
@@marksslotcargarageyes 220 is odd but she Boogies, with Joker Arm
@@ray0311 I have many cars with Steven's Joker arm, I just picked up two more from him for future builds. I have never had a Joker arm not run in the 400 range.
Yeah I got that Chinese power supply also, still going strong
Yeah, I run that same 10 amp, 30 Volt variable on my Viper track as well, gets the job done and seems to be good quality. Thanks!
Have you fried the Arm yet with the metal spacer? I did this and killed 2 arms, Steve(Rooster racing) said I was crazy, I also blew the commutators of the arm, sounded like a little cap pistol LOL!!
No because I use a Teflon spacer first so the arm does not short out. I use the metal spacer on top of the Teflon spacer which is up against the bushing in the endbell. Don't run just a metal spacer against the arm.
@@marksslotcargarage yea I was running them only and fried some high dollar Arms, 🤣 but learned my lesson ASAP
@@ray0311 ouch...sorry to hear that....lol
The phone call was from Hendrick motorsports they want to offer you a contract. 🤪
LOL, thanks!
Hi Mark, hope all is well. Love those magnet cars.
Thanks, I appreciate that.
Hi Mark, I’m back been very busy lately. Hope all is well.
Welcome back!
Hi Mark, hope all is well. I’ve been very busy for a while and I am back.
All good here thanks.
What type of track are you running there. I like the layout and it seems high quality.
The track is from Viper Scale Racing, it's the 4x14 Scorpion layout. Thanks
Hey Mark you can also use a soldering iron to heat up the back gears I seen a lot of other people do it
That seems risky to me...lol, I assume you don't actually touch the iron to the gears? Thanks Shawn.
Good video Mark Keep Em Up can't catch too many lives but I'm checking out when I can😊
Thanks Shawn, I appreciate that.
It's so clear to see, especially through your big hands. And nice and blurry
I try my best, thanks.
Hey Mark Rick here I left a comment but I don’t see it now. I wanted to talk to you about my track build. Mainly a couple questions since you have built one already. Holes vs cut outs for the wiring. I can send you my number if you would like.
Rick, shoot me an email at marksslotcargarage@gmail.com. For the power taps/jumpers I ended up using a 1 inch bit and just did four holes, it gave me all the room I need. Thx.
where do you get those lexan Nasczr bodies from???
I got those from Jay Jaap on Facebook, he does a batch of bodies every few weeks and posts them on a number of Facebook pages I follow, you can reach him on Facebook Messenger. Thanks
There are dots on most crown gears … represent 23 etc …..25 teeth
Yeah I know that but there are none on the HC Super 7. Thanks
Mark I missed another live stream I didn’t even get a notification
No worries, I did not put any advanced notice on the last live stream, I just went live spur of the moment, it was not scheduled. Thanks
Missed the live show. Was actually building my table. Looked like you guys had fun.
We had a blast, finally got these guys to run a few races. Thanks for checking out the replay.
I'm a complete beginner to wiring and such....not to mention slots. I actually, just bought one of the 2'x4' tracks already railed and wired on the track. I also purchased the Longwei power supply and a couple of Control Centers. I was expecting no connections, just plain wires. It has different connections for different wires. Being unfamiliar with wiring, and not receiving any kind of simple instructions, it kind of confused me a little. I think I'm better off cutting the connections where needed, and just adding eye socket connections. Also, it looks like you cut the connections of your power supply and crimped/soldered eye hole sockets to it. I know I'm vague, and you may not be responding to such an old video, but any tips are recommended. Thanks! Happy Racing!
I kind follow what you are saying but my track I built from scratch, railed it and wired it, I did not cut any wires. I did use crimp spade connectors and screw in terminal blocks. There are a number of diagrams out there on how to wire the track. If you want to chat further shoot me an email at marksslotcargarage@gmail.com, I will answer any questions you have and help any way I can. Thanks.
I like the magna-traction cars much better, more driving required
I am a fan of Magnatraction as well but these cars do require driving, they may not seem like it but they will fly right off the track if you don't drive them.
@@marksslotcargarage We have the G+ cars too, only a few as they are not nearly as fun to race, magnatraction its easier to get to the limit before you deslot.
I agree with you that Magnatraction cars will de-slot faster as they have less down force but it depends what you think is fun, I prefer the speed...lol. I love the Magnatraction as it was what I raced as a kid, I still have some of my cars from the 70s but I am a speed junky. I set up most of my Magnatraction with mean green 6 ohm arms and Pro 7 motor magnets...lol
@@marksslotcargarage late 70s is when I started stepping up the voltage, from 12 to 14 to 18 and I now settled on 25v with a NOS button the the controller to 40v (this was early 90s), I have been out of it for awhile, it seems now I see quite a few running 20v, about what year did that happen?
@@Ozzy3333333 Not sure of the but the AFX wall plug has been 20 plus volts for many years. I run a 10 amp 30 volt variable supply at 18.5 v. My club follows HOPRA rules and 18-18.5 is our max allowed.
Sorry I missed the live show mark. What a nice, smooth track
Thanks John, I appreciate that.
Hi Mark, do you run any Slottech chassis ? Panther, Thundercat, Cheetah.
I do not but I have checked them out a few times, I have a buddy who has some. I keep saying I want to pick up a few to check them out and compare them to Viper and Wizzard Fusion. Thanks
Hey mark missed the live show
No worries, thanks for stopping by.
Hey Mark! Will check things out here. Subscribed! Race On!
I appreciate that, I just subscribed to you as well. Thanks!
I've seen them race in Cincinnati over the past couple of year. The Wizzard Fusion has outperformed the Viper Spec Racer hands down at every race. It literally needs to be in a separate class from the Viper Spec Racer. At least that's the information I am hearing out of Ohio. I'm a Kentucky racer myself. I have no dogs in the fight.🤷🏾♂️
Yeah we see the same thing, I started with Vipers but could not compete against the Fusions, once I moved to Fusions I did much better. We still have a few guys that run Vipers but not many. I would like to see a Viper only class as well, maybe I could get some use out of my Vipers then...lol Thanks!
Very cool cars. Some easy and affordable hop ups Thanks Mark
Thanks, I appreciate you stopping by and checking out my video.
Enjoy all your videos! Mark, where did you get your stools? They look like they have some padding and may be priced reasonable.
Thanks! I got the stools off Amazon, the are ok, they are by Big Red about 50 bucks each.
CZcams keeps dumping my track video share with you? Last try > czcams.com/video/-jR9l3bexkk/video.htmlfeature=shared
Cool, got it. SlotCarJames? Nice track! I will be helping my buddy build the same layout only in black and extended to 4x16. We will be starting the build probably in October when his new house is ready. Is it still a work in progress? I would suggest foam padding on your wood to protect your cars. Also check out my video where I added 1/4 inch foam all around the track to protect the edges. The white Sintra chips easy unfortunately just from cars crashing into the edges of the track.
I could use one of those inserts for the rail tool, very good idea. Could I buy one from you?
@@marksslotcargarage Thanks! The track is done, but I will be adding a black and white checkerboard curtain around the bottom to dress up the under side. So fur the curve side walls on the ends of the track being next to the track with no flat surfaces and the Lexan boards being against the track has so far protected it. I will be on the watch for dents and edge damage and follow your suggestion if needed. So that in one of your other videos. Thank you once again for the your commits:)
@@marksslotcargarage I'll make and send you some free. Need to know where to mail them. I noticed Viper doesn't seem to have the Lexan Borders or holders any more? I could also make you about 32 of those 1/16" border holders with screws and a Trackmate holder for under the track and trade it all with free shipping for one of your Mega G + of your choice, like Indy if possible? Either way my friend.
Jarorrer gmail
Wanted to share my complete track video with you. Hope this isn’t a double post, posted it once and it’s not appearing? > czcams.com/video/-jR9l3bexkk/video.htmlfeature=shared
You ever use the foam ,silicone covered tires ? They were so much better in my humble opinion . Been out of the hobby for a long time . Also used the slightly thinner (.0025 “as I recall ) TYCO axles for a bit of body rock for better handling . Never had problems with the gear spacing moving around . Technically the axle could only move .00125.” Helium filled hollow axles ? Makes em lighter . Ha ! Used to use the straight flat shoes ( skis we called em ) instead of bent 0:26 bumped up stock . More surface area to the rails . Also used 2 ….12volt car batteries ( deep cycle in series ) for 24 volts ,Parma 45 ohm controllers
I don't use any of that on Mega G Plus cars. I use Silly Sponge tires on my higher end race cars like my Fusion Super Stock class cars. Mega G Plus I don't really race much, I run higher end cars more since I got my Viper track. Thanks
LOL I hate when things roll into the dirtiest section of the floor.
Yup, always happens that way...lol Thanks Kenton
Ahhhh the advantages of having a screwed down track !
It is nice!
Nice video Mark, I took note of the grease and oil tip. Your Dyno, they are currently out of stock and I didn’t want to spend 200+ on it. Any other suggestions for a dyno?
Thanks! Unfortunately the VRP Dyno is the only one I know that works well, I was not happy with the price either but I use it so much I felt it was worth it. If you email VRP the will build you one, it may take a little while but you will get it, they are always out of stock on the web site.
Mark, where did you get those lexan body CLIPS to attach to the Super7s?
Steve Nunemaker on FaceBook, Porkchops Customs.
Thanks much! I learn new things every time I watch your show!
@@sguarisco-zv1ig Thanks! I appreciate that.
Throw it my way
lol, which one?
Unacceptable!!! Throw it away
Which one...lol
Mark what is the dyno showing on the red screen? Voltage? Thanks! George subscribed
No that's the speed the tires are turning. It's not really RPMs but the higher the number the faster the car. If I hit above 400 on the Dyno for a 6 ohm car that is a good number. Thanks
Nice track ! Had on Long Island NY 6 lane AFX using aftermarket 18” ,AFX 15” and 12” . 18’long x 8’ table . 9”and 12” banks and had to fudge in an extra 12” for the six lane as tight as possible . 24 volt two 12 volt deep cycle car batteries with a 24 volt charger . Parma controllers with 45 ohm resistors . 2 1/2 mile scale length . We ran stock motors with race gearing and better gravity magnets . Gave it away to my buddy because I had to move , but it’s better than ever . He made it 28’ long .
That sounds awesome! I grew up in West Islip, when I was a kid in the late 70's my buddy had a four lane AFX track up in his attic, we had a race club, the good old days...lol We raced mostly stock Magnatraction.
Jack Races like my wife, just driving to stay on the track🤣
Pretty much...lol
Mark, are you ever going to have lap racing events at your home track?
I have in the past, unfortunately the guys I race with are not big on actual racing which bums me out...lol Getting them to run an actual race is like pulling teeth. They just like to run cars. I am always trying to find more guys to come out and do some actual racing. Thanks
@@marksslotcargarage My wife is just like your friends, not competitive built her a car or 2 also got her a super 7 as well never push the cars, the only person who is competitive is my childhood buddy and he visits me 2-3 x's a year from up north. Only thing I can do is compete against myself
@@ray0311Yeah I know the feeling, I go through the same thing with my wife. My two daughters are actually competitive and like to race it's just hard to get them together.
@@marksslotcargarage running cars is fun, but I have always found that racing is where its at.
Tell me about it...Do you happen to live in South FL? LOL
I’m never buying one of those Type 3 kits again. I put it together and after just a few seconds, the motor was scalding HOT ! Auto World was very cool and sent me a complete chassis quickly and apologized. The instructions absolutely suck.
Yeah they are not the greatest, I don't have a lot of Auto World cars, a lot of guys buy them for the body and put a different chassis under them.
@@marksslotcargarage seems like a lot of money just to get a body. I just bought a bag of bodies from AW for a lot less than one of those Pit Kits. ~side note, I will buy the pit kits for the pancake style chassis if I find one I like. Those are so much easier to put together and tune.
Very nice track😊
Thanks John! I appreciate you stopping by.
Sorry I missed the live show mark
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Thanks!
Good day all
Hi, thanks for stopping by.
Mark, James here (Slotcarjames). Finally completed my Viper Kenmoore 4x12 track (The Viper-Dome) besides lexan turn boarders. I’ll be posing a CZcams video soon. Everything came out great. I designed many 3D parts for the track that many will find interesting. I’ll be posting the 3D files free for everyone to us on thingiverse soon to. Some of the 3D parts I designed are the controller holders, gantry, spacers for the viper rail install tool, drivers panels to name few. 😊
That awesome! I will check it out for sure. Thanks!