Best Track?

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How does all of this affect relationships with best track?

The ESS system?

The speed trap?

Just wondering because I was going to upgrade our church track since cars are getting faster.
 
Sorry ... Are they still a sponsor of PDDR ? Are they going to seek other places to sponsor?

Are proxy racers that don't race PDDR going to be treated different when purchasing the ESS system or speed trap parts?
 
Mzbhavn said:
Sorry ... Are they still a sponsor of PDDR ? Are they going to seek other places to sponsor?

Are proxy racers that don't race PDDR going to be treated different when purchasing the ESS system or speed trap parts?

These questions may be better asked at P**R. We have all moved on and are not looking back.
 
Best Track has always helped me. I am sure they will continue to sponsor PDDR. As far as the ESS goes (there is no speed trap up for sale that I know of), if there is a problem then I am certain a homemade version can be made for WAY cheaper. Same for the stopping section.

Reso is correct, we have moved on from the past issues and I can say I haven't felt better in a good while!
 
DerbyDad4Hire said:
Best Track has always helped me. I am sure they will continue to sponsor PDDR. As far as the ESS goes (there is no speed trap up for sale that I know of), if there is a problem then I am certain a homemade version can be made for WAY cheaper. Same for the stopping section.

Reso is correct, we have moved on from the past issues and I can say I haven't felt better in a good while!

If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.
 
5js said:
DerbyDad4Hire said:
Best Track has always helped me. I am sure they will continue to sponsor PDDR. As far as the ESS goes (there is no speed trap up for sale that I know of), if there is a problem then I am certain a homemade version can be made for WAY cheaper. Same for the stopping section.

Reso is correct, we have moved on from the past issues and I can say I haven't felt better in a good while!

If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.

Could you send it as an attachment via email?
 
Kinser Racing said:
5js said:
DerbyDad4Hire said:
Best Track has always helped me. I am sure they will continue to sponsor PDDR. As far as the ESS goes (there is no speed trap up for sale that I know of), if there is a problem then I am certain a homemade version can be made for WAY cheaper. Same for the stopping section.

Reso is correct, we have moved on from the past issues and I can say I haven't felt better in a good while!

If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.

Could you send it as an attachment via email?

PM sent
 
5js said:
If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.

Hey 5J's...I've got all the parts - at least I think I do - to build a solenoid start gate and just wanted to run a modified version of your schematic past you, since you are the expert.
Startgate_2.jpg

Here's the parts I sourced based on your post on another forum (I didnt see this post until today /images/boards/smilies/frown.gif):
F1 - 0.75-1.5 Amp Resettable Fuse (polyswitch)
C1 - 3300 uF 50V Capacitor
S1 - 12V DC Solenoid
D1 - 1N4003 Rectifier Diode
SW1 - NO Momentary Switch
I don't have a need for race management software, so I took out the wiring for the mosfet on your diagram...do I need any resistors in this setup?

Thanks!
 
i thought about doing that, but am going super easy, a 115V solinoid from mc master-carr and a 115V switch from the same. plug it into a wall and good to go, no wiring needed. just a inline fuse.
 
DNA RACING said:
i thought about doing that, but am going super easy, a 115V solenoid from mc master-carr and a 115V switch from the same. plug it into a wall and good to go, no wiring needed. just a inline fuse.
That does sound like an attractive idea DNA...but running 115V AC to the track sounds a little more dangerous than running 12V DC...just my overcautious nature /images/boards/smilies/wink.gif
 
mgh Racing said:
5js said:
If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.

Hey 5J's...I've got all the parts - at least I think I do - to build a solenoid start gate and just wanted to run a modified version of your schematic past you, since you are the expert.
Startgate_2.jpg

Here's the parts I sourced based on your post on another forum (I didnt see this post until today /images/boards/smilies/frown.gif):
F1 - 0.75-1.5 Amp Resettable Fuse (polyswitch)
C1 - 3300 uF 50V Capacitor
S1 - 12V DC Solenoid
D1 - 1N4003 Rectifier Diode
SW1 - NO Momentary Switch
I don't have a need for race management software, so I took out the wiring for the mosfet on your diagram...do I need any resistors in this setup?

Thanks!
mgh, since you are not using the mosfet you do not need the capacitor. It was inserted to filter any noise from triggering the mosfet.

I would reccomend against running 120v to the track given that the entire track is aluminum. It would take too much to get the track at 120v potential.
 
mgh Racing said:
DNA RACING said:
i thought about doing that, but am going super easy, a 115V solenoid from mc master-carr and a 115V switch from the same. plug it into a wall and good to go, no wiring needed. just a inline fuse.
That does sound like an attractive idea DNA...but running 115V AC to the track sounds a little more dangerous than running 12V DC...just my overcautious nature /images/boards/smilies/wink.gif

i can understand that, i was just looking to keep things simple. i can do the same thing with a 12V setup.
 
5js said:
mgh Racing said:
5js said:
If anybody needs directions to build their own solenoid start gate - PM me. I have the parts list and schematics.

Hey 5J's...I've got all the parts - at least I think I do - to build a solenoid start gate and just wanted to run a modified version of your schematic past you, since you are the expert.
Startgate_2.jpg

Here's the parts I sourced based on your post on another forum (I didnt see this post until today /images/boards/smilies/frown.gif):
F1 - 0.75-1.5 Amp Resettable Fuse (polyswitch)
C1 - 3300 uF 50V Capacitor
S1 - 12V DC Solenoid
D1 - 1N4003 Rectifier Diode
SW1 - NO Momentary Switch
I don't have a need for race management software, so I took out the wiring for the mosfet on your diagram...do I need any resistors in this setup?

Thanks!
mgh, since you are not using the mosfet you do not need the capacitor. It was inserted to filter any noise from triggering the mosfet.

I would reccomend against running 120v to the track given that the entire track is aluminum. It would take too much to get the track at 120v potential.

Thanks 5J's! I actually bought 2 capacitors, just in case I messed up my first attempt - LOL. I originally thought the capacitor was in the circuit to increase the hold open time on the solenoid. If I don't need the capacitor, the whole thing just got a lot smaller...those things are just as big as the solenoid!