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Post by GTS on Feb 9, 2018 20:28:55 GMT -7
Curious and looking for opinions.Which makes a better track surface; painted mdf or pvc/plastic? .....and why?
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Post by ecbill on Feb 11, 2018 12:45:26 GMT -7
I'm no expert in these matters but my cars seem to run faster on the painted tracks than the AW/AFX plastic tracks. Could be the silicone tires get better traction on the smoother surface. The track rails, power and jumpers could also be important factors.
Hopefully we'll hear from some of the folks who have those types of track.
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Post by GTS on Feb 11, 2018 14:05:06 GMT -7
I'm no expert in these matters but my cars seem to run faster on the painted tracks than the AW/AFX plastic tracks. Could be the silicone tires get better traction on the smoother surface. The track rails, power and jumpers could also be important factors. Hopefully we'll hear from some of the folks who have those types of track. Thanks very much for your input ecbill! Running faster is definitely the goal  Would you say that's a flat finish, satin, semi-gloss or gloss paint? I've seen reference to a lot of different finishes is why I ask. |
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Post by ecbill on Feb 12, 2018 16:29:33 GMT -7
Never saw the tracks in person but they sure look glossy in photos.
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Post by dave632 on Feb 17, 2018 10:20:08 GMT -7
I also have never run on painted tracks but logic tells me a pure flat surface should be better than a slightly grainy surface. Think of a drag slick vs a street tire. Yes the soft rubber helps to but the fact that maximum surface area improves traction is definite. If water gets on the road however hydroplaning will occur, ask me how I know that one.
When I switched from stock track to Max trax performance improved but even that is not as smooth as gloss paint.
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