1/32 standards

[FairmontRacer]

I've got a few thumb nail sketches of what I would like in a track plan. Before I start an actual scale plan I need some idea of what type radius and inclines I can expect to run reliably in 1/32.
Are there any type of standards or recommended practices for 1/32 track work posted anywhere on the web?
The course I have in mind would need to make several sharp turns at street intersections.

Thanks,
John

[Fast Co.]

A 6" radius for 1/32 is as tight as you would want to go. Some cars might be able to negotiate a tighter radius, but to play it safe I'd stick with a 6" minimum.

As far as elevation changes go the sky is the limit. I have a corkscrew at 16" elevation on my track and it drops 8" within about 2 feet, then drops more gradually after that. The cars have no problem going down or riding up it. Luf Linkert has a 48" change in elevation on his Targa Five track. Check it out at: http://www.oldslotracer.com.

Luf also sells a slot track routing how-to video and tools to help you build a custom routed track. It's not difficult, but it can get dusty.

Here are tips I've put together for others wanting to rout their own tracks - http://homeracingworld.us/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=277





Hope this helps,

Steve

[slothead]

The unseasonably warm temperatures in Maine are about to come to an end and I need to get my track painted before it gets back down to the 30's and 40's. I primed it last week with white Zinsser and it seems to have worked well on the 1/2 mdf. So, if anyone has thoughts about paint for the track surface so it looks like fresh asphalt, please do a post with your suggestion(s).

As always, thanks for all the tips.

Slothead

[Ember]

Steve is right about elevations. It's surprising what is achievable and still driveable. I have a half finished hill climb that rises possibly a foot per foot.

Track paint options are endless. I used a Dulux Suede finish special effect paint on mine. Others have used whatever cheap latex or acrylic wall paint they've found lying around. Asphalt look can be achieved by spraying diluted black and white over the surface and sponging it back.