When I was a kid sometimes the lights on the Tyco chassis would burn out. I'd replace them with a bulb from one of the mini Christmas light sets. Worked well, plus a variety of colors, too. Good memories. Damn, that was a long time ago.
Great information! I knew those bulbs got hot but didn't realize how hot! I'm amazed they pass any type of safety test for not catching fire! Lol 😆 You are going to love those Viper chassis. Now you know why I ditched the Xcraption chassis and put them in my Mustang IROC class. Like you mentioned now you get the best of both worlds! The looks AND the speed/handling! Win Win 🏆 in my book 😉 Harden Creek Slot Cars sells a lower body clip for the Viper chassis that helps lower the center of gravity and handling. Terry also partners with Dan at Viper and is a wealth of knowledge about these chassis. I highly recommend calling him and picking his brain for any Viper chassis upgrades/mods for your type of track. Honest guy only offers what he thinks will work not cost the most to get a sale. 😉👍 can't wait for the video of you and Enzo racing these chassis! 😁👍🏁
Yea it should be fun. We're going to have some construction going on around the house and basement. I plan on having a lot of body painting videos and new races teams being added in the next few weeks. We should still be able to do the live streams at night though.
Vipers are super fast. I’ve been buying the parts and building my own. Note that you can advance the timing . Dan at VSR has a good video on timing adjustment.
I put together a proxy DR-1 Top Fuel and Funny Car heads up drag racing event and one of the cars cruised my 16 foot dragstrip in under .6 (6 tenths) of a second. One of the fastest cars I have seen. I am sold on these cars now. Inexpensive and quick. Thank you for the cool video.
Viper chassis's are so far beyond Autoworld, its not even the same thing. I'm new to HO racing but I started with Viper Vspec, JAG 227 and PR5 chassis cars, and only have 2 AW Protinker limited editions just for fun. Interesting video!
The Super IIIs are as close as AW gets to the Vipers but the quality and performance of a Viper over the Super III is as Drift says, on a completely different level.
That's what I was wondering about, the body clips. Jag Hobbies also sells Viper chassis & they do ship to Toronto Canada, so I might have to order through them. Thx for your suggestions.
If you are going to light a car, you are better off with LEDs. The old "wheat" bulbs rob a lot of current from the cars and they aren't as bright as the LEDs. Also, LEDs consume a constant current (approx. 20mA) regardless of how far you pull the trigger and are far cooler.
Getting a Viper Chassis is like getting a Lamborghini as your 1st car. I don't recommend starting out with one, but I purchased mine from brshobbies.com I had vintage Tyco track from the 80s, and purchased more vintage Life Like and Marchon track and cars off of Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. Then made my own track layouts using connector pieces to use the different brands with each other. I recommend picking 1 Brand and sticking with it, I went extreme because of the channel and needing to make content. The 3rd option is to purchase a pre-routed track from a hobby dealer, which I know nothing about Good luck, and welcome to the hobby. I have a lot of videos on track maintenance and running power to it. Let me know if you have any questions, and please consider subscribing
A quick shout out to the timing system DIYers. If you have, or can get hold of, a computer with a working parallel port, making a great timing system is so cheap that you wouldn't believe it and it's not difficult. There are numerous free timing software applications out there that have all the features anyone could want.
Order a Viper V-Spec Ready To Run (RTR) chassis with AFX style body clips. This will fit the AW bodies you have... well most of them. I have videos showing how to sand the wheel wells to make things fit if needed. brshobbies.com/viper-vspec-rtr-chassis-w-body-clip/
Steve, I picked up the Auto World Victory 400 set a month ago. I have 4 grandkids who don't know how to share so this 4 lane track will allow them to play @ the same time. I have noticed that the x-traction cars that come with the set do drift & wipe out quite a bit. I bought a couple of AW Super iii cars & they stay on track much better. I then bought a couple of AFX Mega G plus & they stick just as good as the Super iii but the cars go much faster. Do you think if I order some Viper chassis they will run ok on my AW track? thx Felix
Yes, they will run on the track. Once you run the viper chassis you will not want to bother with the AW stuff. The Super iii and mega G plus are great cars though. The XTraction are garbage. Stay away from 4 gear chassis as well
No, and now I run them at 24 volts non stop around the high speed loop when we light speed race. Check out the latest video or the shorts on the channel to see it
@@StockpileHobbies I appreciate you taking the time to reply, especially so fast. As I get back into slot cars, I find myself coming back to your channel often because you always get straight to the point. A lot of other people online just kinda ramble on about nothing and never truly show off the cars, you know?
@@thedougster9837 yeah, I hear you. I have an automotive channel also, so I'm used to getting to the point and delivering on the goods. I really appreciate your feedback and support!
what track are u using i just bought afx big giant track and also where can i find that dyno so my tyco cars wont drive on my track i the 80s style tyco dukes of hazzard slot and a bunch i bought b4 i got my new track will the shell fit on any of the mega g chassi
Hey, the track is made up of tyco and marchon track pieces that I bought off of craigslist and mish mashed together. I made my own track adapters and ran power taps. I have videos showing how to do all of this. You can google for "slot car dyno", there are 1 or 2 places making them. The specific one I have pops up on ebay every so often, and is made by a private seller, Bobzslotz, email him on ebay: www.ebay.com/sch/bobzslotz/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from= Auto World released a lot of movie/tv cars, this is where the General Lee I have came from. These bodies fit Xtraction/Flamethrower/AFX pancake style chassis. The Mega G chassis will only work with mega g bodies.
Viper and BSRT G3 are both upgraded versions of the Tomy Super G+. Not really much like Mega G. Mega G and stock SG+ are close to equal performance. However it is really easy to upgrade a stock SG+ to beat a stock Mega G every time. Usually better rear wheels and tires is all it takes. Mega G has great possibilities but SG+ is still a better choice for almost everyone. Viper and G3 bare chassis' are available if you want to build your own or replace broken SG+ chassis' and the ready to run versions are a great value. The new Mega G+ is a whole different animal and most people are going to regret buying one unless they just want a stock race set to play with. Viper, G3 and SG+ are definitely the go to chassis' for speed and running hard bodies. Even if you want to run much slower, with Viper and G3 you can run without traction magnets with weights in their place and at lower voltage, drifting around curves. Ready to run cars set up like that are available too. AW chassis' really are pathetic. If you like pancake motor style chassis' just get some original AFX or Magnatraction. Same bodies fit any of them and Aurora quality is far superior. AW lettered tires look cool though and those chassis' might be a good way to display bodies you don't run.
I do have variable power on it 12 to 24v. The problem is the corners and banked turns. The xtraction chassis falls off the track, or simply dies going straight down the track. They are garbage chassis.
I like the new bodies of the Auto World Cars. Especially the retro Models. But I don't like their Chassis, there junk ! Poor quality and fitment. When I set up my 1/64 H.O Set. I usually run Vintage Afx 440 Cars, I like those. I also have a Carrera 1:24/ 1:32 Digital Set. New in the Box, but haven't set it up yet.
@@StockpileHobbies I recommend one from Harden Creek and Slotcarcentral. They set them up with different traction magnets and I possibly gear ratios. The gears are a different style. I also recommend one from BRS Hobbies. They have them with brass weight instead of traction magnets and rubber tires. I have a both style magnet ones and just ordered the brass ones. I can’t wait to see how it performs.
@@GPgman It might be a few months before I'm able to invest in a few. This channel is not monetized (yet) or sponsored. I've purchased from SSC in the past, and the VSPEC cars came from BRS
Thanks for the shout out Steve!
I've been looking at some Viper(sportsmen).
Extremely Fast and well built!
Thanks for the review!
No problem 👍
When I was a kid sometimes the lights on the Tyco chassis would burn out. I'd replace them with a bulb from one of the mini Christmas light sets. Worked well, plus a variety of colors, too. Good memories. Damn, that was a long time ago.
These LED lights are awesome for the cars now. I highly recommend them
Great information! I knew those bulbs got hot but didn't realize how hot! I'm amazed they pass any type of safety test for not catching fire! Lol 😆 You are going to love those Viper chassis. Now you know why I ditched the Xcraption chassis and put them in my Mustang IROC class. Like you mentioned now you get the best of both worlds! The looks AND the speed/handling! Win Win 🏆 in my book 😉 Harden Creek Slot Cars sells a lower body clip for the Viper chassis that helps lower the center of gravity and handling. Terry also partners with Dan at Viper and is a wealth of knowledge about these chassis. I highly recommend calling him and picking his brain for any Viper chassis upgrades/mods for your type of track. Honest guy only offers what he thinks will work not cost the most to get a sale. 😉👍 can't wait for the video of you and Enzo racing these chassis! 😁👍🏁
Yea it should be fun. We're going to have some construction going on around the house and basement. I plan on having a lot of body painting videos and new races teams being added in the next few weeks. We should still be able to do the live streams at night though.
Vipers are super fast. I’ve been buying the parts and building my own. Note that you can advance the timing . Dan at VSR has a good video on timing adjustment.
Awesome, thank you for the info!
I put together a proxy DR-1 Top Fuel and Funny Car heads up drag racing event and one of the cars cruised my 16 foot dragstrip in under .6 (6 tenths) of a second. One of the fastest cars I have seen. I am sold on these cars now. Inexpensive and quick. Thank you for the cool video.
Yea, the DR-1 is a great chassis for the AW 4 gear bodies. I'm glad you like it
Viper chassis's are so far beyond Autoworld, its not even the same thing. I'm new to HO racing but I started with Viper Vspec, JAG 227 and PR5 chassis cars, and only have 2 AW Protinker limited editions just for fun. Interesting video!
You started out with the right stuff! Thank you for your support!
The Super IIIs are as close as AW gets to the Vipers but the quality and performance of a Viper over the Super III is as Drift says, on a completely different level.
Great video Steve.
Thanks 👍
Steve ! Where did you get the small infra red temperature scanner ?
Thanks
George
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I found a similar one on amazon
Great layout. Checking out videos of people talking about the Viper cars. I'm sold👍
I have a bunch of the now. I highly recommend them
@@StockpileHobbies Thanks for sharing....i plan to buy a couple.
That's what I was wondering about, the body clips. Jag Hobbies also sells Viper chassis & they do ship to Toronto Canada, so I might have to order through them. Thx for your suggestions.
If you are going to light a car, you are better off with LEDs. The old "wheat" bulbs rob a lot of current from the cars and they aren't as bright as the LEDs. Also, LEDs consume a constant current (approx. 20mA) regardless of how far you pull the trigger and are far cooler.
Yes, this is all correct and why I recommend using the LED over the incandescent bulbs, unless it is for a shelf queen restore.
I’ve bought quite a few Autoworld cars and they’re ok but my personal favorite it’s the M chassis since that’s what I grew up with in the late 90s
New to the hobby. What type tracks for both tracks and best place to buy vipers..
Getting a Viper Chassis is like getting a Lamborghini as your 1st car. I don't recommend starting out with one, but I purchased mine from brshobbies.com
I had vintage Tyco track from the 80s, and purchased more vintage Life Like and Marchon track and cars off of Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. Then made my own track layouts using connector pieces to use the different brands with each other.
I recommend picking 1 Brand and sticking with it, I went extreme because of the channel and needing to make content.
The 3rd option is to purchase a pre-routed track from a hobby dealer, which I know nothing about
Good luck, and welcome to the hobby. I have a lot of videos on track maintenance and running power to it. Let me know if you have any questions, and please consider subscribing
Thats a great idea to switch over the Viper products!
It's Dan from Slot Valley Racing!
@@slotvalleyracing Yea, you get the nice bodies with the hyper race car. I wish I had done this sooner. Now I need to buy more 💸
In tents. Loving that night scene.
Yeah, the night racing is the best, when no one crashes lol
Hello sir we’re did you get your timing system at I want one for my. Drag track and road course
Slot Dragon Timing System :www.slotcardragon.com/ I have videos on the unboxing how to do the install
A quick shout out to the timing system DIYers. If you have, or can get hold of, a computer with a working parallel port, making a great timing system is so cheap that you wouldn't believe it and it's not difficult. There are numerous free timing software applications out there that have all the features anyone could want.
@@StockpileHobbies thank you 😎🤙🏽
@@BigRalphSmith I have a buddy that knows that could help I hope thank you for your help 😎🤙🏽
Also is the model # of the Viper chassis 10100 for the x-traction bodies?
Order a Viper V-Spec Ready To Run (RTR) chassis with AFX style body clips. This will fit the AW bodies you have... well most of them. I have videos showing how to sand the wheel wells to make things fit if needed. brshobbies.com/viper-vspec-rtr-chassis-w-body-clip/
Steve,
I picked up the Auto World Victory 400 set a month ago. I have 4 grandkids who don't know how to share so this 4 lane track will allow them to play @ the same time. I have noticed that the x-traction cars that come with the set do drift & wipe out quite a bit. I bought a couple of AW Super iii cars & they stay on track much better. I then bought a couple of AFX Mega G plus & they stick just as good as the Super iii but the cars go much faster. Do you think if I order some Viper chassis they will run ok on my AW track? thx Felix
Yes, they will run on the track. Once you run the viper chassis you will not want to bother with the AW stuff. The Super iii and mega G plus are great cars though. The XTraction are garbage. Stay away from 4 gear chassis as well
With the VSPEC, did you ever have any overheating problems? Like, did you ever have to let the motor cool down more often than other cars?
No, and now I run them at 24 volts non stop around the high speed loop when we light speed race. Check out the latest video or the shorts on the channel to see it
@@StockpileHobbies I appreciate you taking the time to reply, especially so fast. As I get back into slot cars, I find myself coming back to your channel often because you always get straight to the point. A lot of other people online just kinda ramble on about nothing and never truly show off the cars, you know?
@@thedougster9837 yeah, I hear you. I have an automotive channel also, so I'm used to getting to the point and delivering on the goods. I really appreciate your feedback and support!
I’m just learning and getting into it
what track are u using i just bought afx big giant track and also where can i find that dyno so my tyco cars wont drive on my track i the 80s style tyco dukes of hazzard slot and a bunch i bought b4 i got my new track will the shell fit on any of the mega g chassi
Hey, the track is made up of tyco and marchon track pieces that I bought off of craigslist and mish mashed together. I made my own track adapters and ran power taps. I have videos showing how to do all of this.
You can google for "slot car dyno", there are 1 or 2 places making them. The specific one I have pops up on ebay every so often, and is made by a private seller, Bobzslotz, email him on ebay: www.ebay.com/sch/bobzslotz/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=
Auto World released a lot of movie/tv cars, this is where the General Lee I have came from. These bodies fit Xtraction/Flamethrower/AFX pancake style chassis. The Mega G chassis will only work with mega g bodies.
@@StockpileHobbies ok
I think you're right on about the Auto World bodies being sweet, they're chassis are trash..
Yea, the attention to detail on the bodies is awesome. These 2 chassis leave a lot to be desired though
Viper and BSRT G3 are both upgraded versions of the Tomy Super G+. Not really much like Mega G. Mega G and stock SG+ are close to equal performance. However it is really easy to upgrade a stock SG+ to beat a stock Mega G every time. Usually better rear wheels and tires is all it takes. Mega G has great possibilities but SG+ is still a better choice for almost everyone. Viper and G3 bare chassis' are available if you want to build your own or replace broken SG+ chassis' and the ready to run versions are a great value. The new Mega G+ is a whole different animal and most people are going to regret buying one unless they just want a stock race set to play with. Viper, G3 and SG+ are definitely the go to chassis' for speed and running hard bodies. Even if you want to run much slower, with Viper and G3 you can run without traction magnets with weights in their place and at lower voltage, drifting around curves. Ready to run cars set up like that are available too. AW chassis' really are pathetic. If you like pancake motor style chassis' just get some original AFX or Magnatraction. Same bodies fit any of them and Aurora quality is far superior. AW lettered tires look cool though and those chassis' might be a good way to display bodies you don't run.
Thanks for the great info! I also have some of the pull back AW chassis, those are great for displays as well.
Yes indeed good information and what I'm realizing, as I come back to the hobby after a 45 year hiatus.
5:10 You could install a variable voltage regulator on a lane or two so your son can run x-trac or magnatraction. Like $10 on eBay. That's what I did!
I do have variable power on it 12 to 24v. The problem is the corners and banked turns. The xtraction chassis falls off the track, or simply dies going straight down the track. They are garbage chassis.
Have you ever driven them on a viper track? How is it?
I have not, but I think they would perform even better
@@StockpileHobbies I am considering buying a viper track in a few months. If you do a review I will certainly watch it.
where u get the lights from
LEDs: amzn.to/3oNrRFO
@Stockpile Hobbies ty did u mod that bulb to fit in the hole
So X-Traction chassis are "Butta Fuori". I figure with a son named Enzo you're a "Piasani" like me. For the Dr-1 chassis should it be a 4Gear body?
yes. Those also may need adjustment
I like the new bodies of the Auto World Cars. Especially the retro Models. But I don't like their Chassis, there junk ! Poor quality and fitment. When I set up my 1/64 H.O Set. I usually run Vintage Afx 440 Cars, I like those. I also have a Carrera 1:24/ 1:32 Digital Set. New in the Box, but haven't set it up yet.
I almost wish I had gotten into the larger scale cars and track. I agree 100% with you about Auto world
Every flame thrower car I get burns out the bulb. Do a BDR next!
That's a great idea. I do need some more chassis and a few of these would be excellent for comparison.
@@StockpileHobbies I recommend one from Harden Creek and Slotcarcentral. They set them up with different traction magnets and I possibly gear ratios. The gears are a different style. I also recommend one from BRS Hobbies. They have them with brass weight instead of traction magnets and rubber tires. I have a both style magnet ones and just ordered the brass ones. I can’t wait to see how it performs.
@@GPgman It might be a few months before I'm able to invest in a few. This channel is not monetized (yet) or sponsored. I've purchased from SSC in the past, and the VSPEC cars came from BRS
@@StockpileHobbies I’ll be looking forward for your next videos
Niiice videos Steve.
Thanks Jim, I really appreciate the feedback!
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Thank you for the support!