I think if you lay your MDF on the floor flat for about 5 days, it will get used to the humidity in the area where your building the track and it may not expand and contract at all, plus use latex products they tend to be more flexible than oil based, you might want to use a 3 inch roller setup in stead of spray, the roller will stipple your wood and match the stipple on your track surface , try 1/4 inch nap it looks to be about right , prime with gray or brown that black will cover better ! Thanks for the videos on how to build your track, great information !
Nicely done. I was thinking of a few different ways to do this, but the multiple radius curves had me stumped. My primary idea was to make a compass arm out of plexi-glass mounted to the router (with multiple radius mounting point) on a single axis to achieve a consistent radii, then cut and combine them where necessary. The guide you have there seems pretty reasonable for 6 ft in length. I think I can justify that cost to convenience vector.
Dremel has a radius attachment that might fit your needs; www.amazon.com/Dremel-678-01-Circle-Cutter-Straight/dp/B000HI5WTY/ref=asc_df_B000HI5WTY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241901362930&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2076452889194592218&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011027&hvtargid=pla-487738900687&psc=1 I used this when making the base for my round water tower.
What are you using under the track to damp the rattle of plastic track on wood? Lots of smart stuff in your track but I dont remember seeing any carpet or padding. If theres no damping you will regret it later.
@@slotcarmayhem9765 I’m sure it will look great when you do. Sharpening those router skills before D day. May want to go ahead and buy the wood before it goes up again.
I would like to see how it is done. I know the principle but I would not mind to see the whole process in a video. I am interested because I plan to do something similar
Not for "club" racing, only for fun... Possibly scratch built ones. That's why I went Carrera, to allow 1:24. All scenic will be based on 1:32, and the 1:32 prices are much better for those new to the hobby. Can't ignore the 1:24!!!!!!
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I think if you lay your MDF on the floor flat for about 5 days, it will get used to the humidity in the area where your building the track and it may not expand and contract at all, plus use latex products they tend to be more flexible than oil based, you might want to use a 3 inch roller setup in stead of spray, the roller will stipple your wood and match the stipple on your track surface , try 1/4 inch nap it looks to be about right , prime with gray or brown that black will cover better ! Thanks for the videos on how to build your track, great information !
You are correct, but it's not always the MDF that expands/contracts. The plastic track itself is notorious for expansion/contraction.
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Thank you too!
Nicely done. I was thinking of a few different ways to do this, but the multiple radius curves had me stumped. My primary idea was to make a compass arm out of plexi-glass mounted to the router (with multiple radius mounting point) on a single axis to achieve a consistent radii, then cut and combine them where necessary. The guide you have there seems pretty reasonable for 6 ft in length. I think I can justify that cost to convenience vector.
Worked better than I expected and actually goes quick. I also have a CNC but wanted an easier way. Thanks!!
@@slotcarmayhem9765 Are you using a plunge router or trim router?
@@pf465 actually, using a fixed base on a router table.
Dremel has a radius attachment that might fit your needs; www.amazon.com/Dremel-678-01-Circle-Cutter-Straight/dp/B000HI5WTY/ref=asc_df_B000HI5WTY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241901362930&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2076452889194592218&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011027&hvtargid=pla-487738900687&psc=1 I used this when making the base for my round water tower.
Look forward to seeing your bridge...I'm planning on trying to scratch build a suspension bridge.
That sounds cool!!! Mine will be a boring DOT bridge, lol
What are you using under the track to damp the rattle of plastic track on wood? Lots of smart stuff in your track but I dont remember seeing any carpet or padding. If theres no damping you will regret it later.
My intention is to use yoga mat material under both track and infill/outfill. Nice quiet rubber.😄 Episode 15, about 5 minutes in.
Thanks - very helpful for me, i‘m a Beginner. Please, what is the Backgroundmusic? Thanks and Greetings from Switzerland.
Did I miss what you did to raise the track to meet the 1/4"?
Looks good. Wouldn’t it had been cheaper to just rout the whole track!
Yes, but that will come later. Still a newbie, lol
@@slotcarmayhem9765 I’m sure it will look great when you do. Sharpening those router skills before D day. May want to go ahead and buy the wood before it goes up again.
Very nice indeed. I was expecting to see the whole process - from marking the lines, putting the guide and cutting the piece with the router.
I can do that... I usually don't show power tool usage, but if it will help, I'd be glad to do so.
I would like to see how it is done. I know the principle but I would not mind to see the whole process in a video. I am interested because I plan to do something similar
@@grussello09 I then will video one in process... You are correct, I do think it's a good idea as well.
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So will this mean you will be running 1/24 cars in the future?
Not for "club" racing, only for fun... Possibly scratch built ones. That's why I went Carrera, to allow 1:24. All scenic will be based on 1:32, and the 1:32 prices are much better for those new to the hobby. Can't ignore the 1:24!!!!!!
Would a rough bed liner spray help fill in the difference between the 1/4” to 8mm gap and provide traction when drifting ???
Possible, but I will be using balsa shims to get the height needed. I think bed liner might chew up the tires...