Capri-corn7 Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Picked up a couple of the old Scalextric Mini Clubmans. I've always liked the shape of these with the built in flares. Plus I used to own a real one. a 74.. 1000. I had a set of Slot.it 14.3 x 8 rims & tyres sitting around waiting for a small project. These were from the banked track era so their front axles float in a deep channel - to help them get around the old banked tracks of the time without deslotting. First the front had to come off to allow for some body rock Then it was time to set the front axle height. I widened the channel and dropped in an axle in an aluminium tube, go the ride height I wanted & then I filled the channel with JB Weld and set the tube in place. When all set I ground around the guide carrier & then ground the flat under the axles to get the guide raised and set at the right height. I also added a front body post too. So that's as far as I got. It flys around the track as is but I plan to lower the motor in it's cradle down level to lower the COG and I need to glue & brace the rear axles to get rid of some of the shudder. Been a fun build so far and good practice for the Metro challenge - see here Quote They are only toys .... until you pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munter Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 I've always liked the shape of these ...that'll be because the square front was done by a Ford design team. Quote John Warren Slotcars are my preferred reality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wobble Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Good to see someone else having fun with one of these. I was wanting to use the same wheels but what rubber are you using on such small hubs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 Nice one Pat. I'm watching with interest as well. I have one on my 'to do' list and I'm keen to inflict some of my Metrorama learnings on it. Does your set up get your guide deep in the slot? Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro51 Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 I was wanting to use the same wheels but what rubber are you using on such small hubs? Slot.it and sideways do some tyres, I'm not sure which I'll use in my Metro build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri-corn7 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 I've always liked the shape of these ...that'll be because the square front was done by a Ford design team. True - I believe the designer of the Clubman grill also designed the MKII Cortina grill... Good to see someone else having fun with one of these. I was wanting to use the same wheels but what rubber are you using on such small hubs? Yep wheels PA33-Al (or the fancy new code??) Tyres are slot,it "racing tyres" PT1170E1 10mm Didn't want to waste these on the front but yeah nothing in the 'tyre pile' was even close to fitting. If anyone has a lead on low grip small dia tyres I'd appreciate it.. Does your set up get your guide deep in the slot? Yep all the way with a little allowance as I've yet to glue & true the fronts... still hoping to find some alternative tyres... Quote They are only toys .... until you pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 3, 2017 Report Share Posted August 3, 2017 If anyone has a lead on low grip small dia tyres I'd appreciate it.. I have loads of old tyres that are suitable for fronts Mate. Feel free to go digging when you are next at my place. Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro51 Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 (edited) I used skinny ex Cortina tyres on the front of my Metro. Looks like my guide is too small! The rears are the slot.it wheels, and those were the tyres Mark used on one of his builds, seemed to work ok. Edited August 4, 2017 by Pedro51 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
difinity Posted August 4, 2017 Report Share Posted August 4, 2017 Now to see how you bring an original Scalex Mini up to standard for competition. Of course, I mean those where the motor hangs down from the interior and where there is no seperate chassis (c. 1960-70 IIRC). These have a 10" wheel to scale, so even the Slot.it fronts off the Ferrari 312PB are too tall... If you figure it out, please let me know - I'd like to get mine running too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) It looks like a small storm is brewing in the Gulf. Edited July 29, 2018 by slotmadmac Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 Great job Here's one i did about 10 years ago ....... a lot of battle damage, just needs some TLC ....... and tyres Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
branco Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 Nice work. So is this the start of "World War 2"? I haven't finished my metro turd yet. Quote 2019 NZ RTR Nationals Gt 3rd 2017 NZ RTR Nationals NSR Classic 2nd 2017 NZ RTR Nationals Group C 3rd 2017 NSR Classic Challenge 3rd 2015 NSR Classic Challenge 2nd 2014 NSR Classic Challenge 3rd 2015 Garden City Invitation Overall Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 My turd is still in progress on the bench, if i finish it all good, if i don't the mini will have a younger brother to play with Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 26, 2017 Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 (edited) The MiniGulf has some developments. Chassis was cut down using the MetroTurd method. I used all stock running gear apart from some cut down Scaley F1 hubs & Sideways tyres on the rear. The guide's from the parts bin too. I lowered the chassis to get the COG as low as possible (it's now under 1mm clearance) and the body is side mounted for some multi-point rock. A quick paint job got me here: It still needs some track time / tuning and lightweight glass / interior. I know Munter is a 1:1 Mini aficionado so I'm hoping he'll whizz me some on his vac former when he has a mo'. Edited July 29, 2018 by slotmadmac Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeGas Posted August 26, 2017 Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 That came along nicely, well done. Quote Cheers Grant . Home Track..........Corvette C1 Build..........McLaren M1A Build..........Maserati 300S Build..........Allard J2 Build..........50's Diner..........Iso Griffo A3C 3D Printed Adjustable Chassis..........3D Print Projects If life gives you lemons, take them, free s#!t is cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri-corn7 Posted August 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2017 ..... I know Munter is a 1:1 Mini aficionado so I'm hoping he'll whizz me some on his vac former when he has a mo'. I'll put my hand up / into my wallet for 3 sets as well... Looks awesome Mac... you're churning out cars quicker than Henry ford.... I might have a play with F1 rims too.. Gazza - that looks mean - give it some love... Quote They are only toys .... until you pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Carter Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 nice one Mac Quote Holdens rule the rest just drool slot cars are my drug, ATCC/Bathurst proxy host NZ Grp5 proxy host. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 (edited) Thanks boys and apologies for the thread hijack Pat. I've had to repaint the MiniGulf after another clearcoat incident where I grabbed the wrong spray can and painted the car silver....DUH! The upside is I wasn't 100% happy with the 'St George Cross' decals on the roof and, now the car is repainted, I like it's new classic Gulf livery more. Will post a pic in due course. Edited August 28, 2017 by slotmadmac Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Gazza - that looks mean - give it some love... I'll look at doing a full restoration and modernisation in the near future, together with about another 30 odd projects, just need to find a spare month or four Quote Quickly read this post before it is deleted or i turn grey again Gary http://www.facebook.com/Rallyproxy2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow_rusty Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Thanks boys and apologies for the thread hijack Pat. I've had to repaint the MiniGulf after another clearcoat incident where I grabbed the wrong spray can and painted the car silver....DUH! The upside is I wasn't 100% happy with the 'St George Cross' decals on the roof and, now the car is repainted, I like it's new classic Gulf livery more. Will post a pic in due course. That's twice now... I feel that you need to spray the lid on that can of paint. Ps. Bugger. Quote Stolen from SlotsNZ Team ABC Team Leader (Ambitious, But Crap) Home Track Threads - Shadow's Semi-Permanent Layout & Another Rug Racer & Proud of It & Gymkhana Test Track Car Collection Thread - My Car Collection Charts / Diagrams - MJK Tyre Selector / Slot.it 4wd Gearing / PoliCar Rollout / Rollout Chart Generator / SCX 4wd Rollout / Track Wiring with Brake on Track Call Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 And we're back... Still got the clearcoat to go. Treading carefully. Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Carter Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 Thanks boys and apologies for the thread hijack Pat. I've had to repaint the MiniGulf after another clearcoat incident where I grabbed the wrong spray can and painted the car silver....DUH! The upside is I wasn't 100% happy with the 'St George Cross' decals on the roof and, now the car is repainted, I like it's new classic Gulf livery more. Will post a pic in due course. That's twice now... I feel that you need to spray the lid on that can of paint. Ps. Bugger. another is to make sure you put your classes on so you don't pick up the can of grey primer and put it over the top of the silver that you are working on I have done that one recently on my Ferrari 512 GRP5 proxy car Quote Holdens rule the rest just drool slot cars are my drug, ATCC/Bathurst proxy host NZ Grp5 proxy host. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri-corn7 Posted August 29, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 Anyone would think we swap all your can lids when we come racing... (queue innocent whistle) I like the single stripe better too Mac. Must pull finger and get mine done. Once that silly Metros out of the way. Quote They are only toys .... until you pull the trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wobble Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 Looks good ... what colour clear will you use? Also, what sideways tyres are small enough for those hubs Mac? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slotmadmac Posted August 29, 2017 Report Share Posted August 29, 2017 I have binned the packet but pretty sure they were 20 x 11s. I used them because they were low profile so less grinding. The rear hubs are the classic Scalex F1s - fatter than the stock wheels. Quote Podiums are for short people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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