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Post by Deleted on Apr 27, 2012 19:55:04 GMT -7
Decided to pull up my Maxtrax strip a while back and have already built the framework and surface for a new track. Thinking of installing recessed 1/8" braid.
If I follow through will I still be able to host events?
Thank you
Al
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2012 16:12:58 GMT -7
I guess not many are building tracks??
Al
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Post by pceng on Apr 29, 2012 17:34:43 GMT -7
Hey Al,
Best to send PM to Ninjatek. He might be the only one to answer that for you.
What are you doing with the Max Trax ? ..............PC
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Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2012 17:37:46 GMT -7
PC,
Good point - still trying to figure out who is who around here!
Thanks you
Al
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Post by estill on May 1, 2012 13:14:29 GMT -7
I have all the pieces to build a track with MDF and rebar tie wire. The only thing holding me back to getting it done is time.
I looked at what it would take to do braid, and for the money I couldn't justify it. It also appears that there may be an issue with pickup not riding smoothly or even hanging up on the braid. I quit looking for someone that really experienced the problem when I compared the cost of braid to rebar wire.
I can't speak towards hosting an event. Ninjatek is good at replying to PM's. We have discussed my DIY timing system at length there.
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Post by Deleted on May 2, 2012 17:43:28 GMT -7
Estill,
Thanks for the input. I have decided not to install the braid. Although I am not concerned on the cost I am finding out many drawbacks to it for the HO size. Right now looking at stainless steel .062. I am working on a timing system myself but need to get the track in before I go any further with it.
Thanks again
Al
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Post by gonegonzo on May 6, 2012 19:42:31 GMT -7
How does the Tie Wire work out ?
What size do you route the slot for the wire and how do you adhear it to the slot ?
Thx Gonzo
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Post by estill on May 7, 2012 8:07:18 GMT -7
Based on what I've read, (I still haven't started routing the track yet) you need a 1/16" router bit. Set the depth so that you have the proper rail height. Again the internet indicates 0.005-0.007 inches above the track surface. Use a wooden roller to press the tie wire into the slot and you should be good to go. I have seen a couple of places saying to use CA glue to fill in the gap and fully secure the wire.
Out of curiosity, johnforce, what are you using for a timing system?
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Post by Deleted on May 8, 2012 16:23:07 GMT -7
estill - Regarding the timing system . I am doing my own.
Regarding the tie wire - I put together a short single lane using tie wire for testing. My findings were that the tie wire is on the rough side and pickups were not lasting long. Also noticed that by turning off the lights in the room ( dark ) and making a run you could see a fair amount of sparking which was pitting the contacts. I am thinking that the stainless steel wire will be much smoother and a somewhat easier on the pickups
AL
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Post by bondoman2k on May 8, 2012 19:17:41 GMT -7
Hey Al! Sorry for not getting back tou on the email, I did get it.  Just been hectic trying to get cars ready for this last weekends proxy races on here, and night classes for my job, and now the next races coming up real fast. I promise, I WILL email you back in the next week or so. Ron (Bondo)  |
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Post by Deleted on May 9, 2012 16:27:01 GMT -7
Bondoman,
Looking forward to your input. I had mentioned to Slotfather that I thought the last race had many tied up.
Looking for a source of .062 dia stainless steel wire. Only need 125 to 150 feet of it. Found a roll of 400 ft but what a waste!
AL
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Just been hectic trying to get cars ready for this last weekends proxy races on here, and night classes for my job, and now the next races coming up real fast. I promise, I WILL email you back in the next week or so. 