Recent content by B_Regal Racing

A treadmill will tear up your wheels. I know and have done it a long long long long time ago.

The film I have used is clear. When applied, it's almost impossible to see, but even if seen, it's no different than a sticker on the side. I do tend to keep it small, less than the diameter of the wheel so it is tucked nicely inside, maybe only 1/2" in total length, centered on the axle hole...

It's good you questioned, especially when things don't make sense; but, the best way to learn is to race. I know there was a race here not too long ago. It will be the best way to get your sea legs under you...and validate what you are doing.

No sanding. Not even 2000 grit. No plastic polish. Think of it like polishing a washer...or rather cleaning it. 4 or 5 swipes with a nail file block on the finest side and your done (some blocks have 7 or 8 different grits; mine only has 4). Basically, I am trying to remove any residue...

Hey Matt, Here are a few clips of what we are doing in the October timeframe. We travel to did neighborhoods in the community and give kids a free hayride (in the form of a ship or castle). The lights / special effects are sync'ed to music. We also have a few wireless microphones to interact...

The competition is getting tougher. I'm going to have to step up my game :) (I hope I have enough game to step up to)

MA wheels probably would not fit the rule set. If John can make a set of lightweight wheels that are 1.16 (or a bit taller), take it if they can get to you in time for you to prep them. The TX axles really do polish up nicely. The outer wheel hub does not ride on the axle head but rather a...

Hold it a second. You can still get Krytox GPL-100 at a scout store?

90% sure we are going...

I think I would build a new car for a few reasons and chalk this up to a learning experience, especially if this is a "dad car" - it might be a harder sell if it was your son's car. BUT- The axles are glued in and you could have an alignment problem. They are scout axles and I suspect you...

Are you running scout axles or ss? All scout axles are bent to some degree and if installed in the rear, it could cause you tons of frustration. That is why it is never recommended to intentionally bend a rear axle unless you absolutely have to in order to save a car. Keep that in mind. The...

That coning tool...the best thing you can do is give it to your closest competitor and convince him that he will be faster...

There are some obvious factors that make a car fast with quality/weight of the wheels, alignment, car weighting being the high 3; however, even with those things, it always comes down to the builder and how meticulous you are. The one who puts in the most effort usually wins. There are a few...

I have not raced in 2 years for one reason or another. I do, however, keep collecting new parts and perform test after test. I have a good 10 to 12 cars in pieces for more reasons that don't make sense. T-Bone was nudging me in the right direction. But, It sounds like you have the basics...

From what I know, the 4 biggest killers of speed are wheels, alignment, weighting, and body/aerodynamics, in that order. Wheels: Are they scout wheels out of the box or purchased from a reputable vendor? Are the wheels at full weight? Are the wheels polished (bores, hubs, and ANY surface that...