Sandhills speedway

[jdw206]

Does anyone know anything about the sand hills speedway, i think they are building or have built or redone a offroad track. I think it is in vass nc. i am not sure but was wondering if anyone had any feedback.

[DBWalker]

go to www.sandhillsraceway.com and you will find info about the track and points of contact.

[Sierra06]

I live about five miles from the speedway... give me a call if you want me to show you where it is. 910-692-7797... If you look at the directions on the website it is pretty easy to miss the place... however, if you are coming from southern pines on hwy 1 the hwy is four lanes... just before it turns into two lanes is the speedway... if you are heading north (away from southern pines) then it will be on your left.... Good luck.

[astainback]

About how far from Raleigh is the track?
I know it is near Vass, but I don't know how far that is either.

adrian

[Sierra06]

between 30 and 45 miles depending on where you live in raleigh. check the north carolina map and you can see where Vass is (it is about 10 miles north of Southern Pines).

[LEADFOOT]

Todd, howz the track? I heard it's too small for gas trucks....and now they even want 1/8 buggies to come out :eek:???

I've seen that there have been upwards of 15 or so guys out there practicing.


Did they get rid of that over/ under?

[astainback]

leadfoot, a guy that i know in raleigh (haven't talked to him in quite a while) said that the track there is perfect for tmaxxes. I that is the case.. 1/8th scale buggies shouldnt' be a problem...
Does anyone have a picture?

[Sierra06]

The longest stretch is 110 feet long with no bumps.. the rest of the track has quite a few bumps and jumps. Yes the over and under is still there and the turn after you come out of the pits has a series of nasty little awkward bumps that really slow you down but are quite nice. then there is a series of three jumps a corner a nice sized tabletop and the straight away and then the over and under and the start all over again. I imagine that must have bee confusing. I will try to get some pics and post them here. The off road track is getting its own website and it should be up pretty soon. When I get the address I will post it here. I didn't go out to the track this past weekend, too much yard work to do. However, I will be there next weekend. Later. Todd. :)

[Mr. Cash]

I practiced there this past weekend. The track is in great shape. We had quite a few racers show up for practice including an 1/8th scale which had no problem getting around the track. The first race is April 23rd and the web site can be found at http://bigpermraceway.tripod.com/.

[LEADFOOT]

thanks for the link. Looks like the layout didn't change from last year. The pot hole before the turn up to the tabletop has been filled in. I think I liked the hole better. It does look too small for a 1/8.

[MayhemMan]

Can run an 1/8th scale there but it is real tight. and you can just about give up on side by side racing in the 1/8th scales. it is perfect for electric, seeing as how that is the largest class out there I see why. There are some great people out there that is for sure. And then there are a few that are real you know whats. Go check it out, you might like it, but for me it is too small and doesn't have big enough or enough jumps for me.

[Mr. Cash]

We Are Happy To Announce That Big Perm Raceway Aka Sandhill Off-road Will Be Having A Summer Points Series.

The Points Series Will Consist Of 8 Races With 2 Drops Sothe Best 6 Of 8 Races Count. The Points Series Will End In An Awards Banquet. The Prizes Will Be Cash Give Away To The Top 5 In Each Class. The Money Will Be Provided By The Entries From The Series From That Class. $3 From Each Entry Will Be Put Into The Pot.

The Points Will Be Given Out In The Following Mannor

1st 100 Points
2nd 99 Points
3rd 98 Points
And So On With 1 Point Given To Top Qualifer In Each Class.

The Dates For The Points Chase Are
April 23rd Double Points Night
May 14th,28th
June 11th,25th
July 9th
Augest 27th
September 9th Double Points Night

[Mr. Cash]

This Saturday will be the first race at Sandhills Raceway for the 2005 season. It will also be a double points race for those running the points series. The track is located on HWY 1 just on the other side of Sanford. It takes me just an hour to get there from Chapel Hill. If anyone from the triangle area is interested in checking out an off road race on a nice track, come on out. If you plan on racing, bring a pit table. Electricity is provided.

[nomac]

no pit table...can i bunk with y'all?

[Mr. Cash]

Of course you can. I'm not sure what size table I can bring ya' but I will make sure I bring something with four legs. Which car (truck) are you bringing? I am racing Stock Truck and Stock Buggy and a friend of mine is running Stock Truck also. I hope to run some Mod this summer but it seems as if stock is always more popular in off road.

[nomac]

thanks..hope to bring the truck. we'll see how much $$$ i have left over.(the civic needs tires, and inspection, AND tag re-newal all at once! UGH!!!!)
the rc truck needs another speedo too. maybe i can find a used one by saturday. kinda hate putting more money into electric. would like to save up and just get nitro. :o

[Mr. Cash]

Does anyone have a diff gear for a Losi XXX-T? Just the standard, not the MF2. I just noticed my friend's is broke and it is 11:30pm before raceday. Dang.

[nomac]

brad...cash...how was sandhills this weekend? did you race? was it a pretty good electric turn-out?

[kartrun]

Pete, We ended up not going. :( Chris called me and said his Wife's apendix ruptured and I ended up babysitting all day (My nephew) :D I was worried that you ended up going and I had no way to get up with you to stop you. Glad you ended up not going, that makes me a feel a lot better. ;)

[andrew2340]

Hey guys,

I live here in Cary and am going to try to come out on saturday if the weather is ok :confused:

if not, I will see you guys sunday. :)

[Mr. Cash]

The next race is May 14th. I missed the first race but they had a good turnout. They had a full class of stock truck with 10 entries. They also had several gas trucks and 1/8th scales. I will definately be there for the 14th. (a band of evil mutant ninjas couldn't keep me away) lol

[Mr. Cash]

Hey Pete, you racing tomorrow in that brown stuff. I will be there bright and early. Sandhills is expecting good turnout this weekend.

Brad, call me. Are you gonna follow or meet us there?

[nomac]

didn't make the perm race. did yall have fun? ran the monkeybottom race here in lexington. (kinda nice not driving 2 hrs to go race...only 13 minutes). ran the 4wd mod class..only 3 of us but the other two guys are TOUGH!! wound up TQin and takin tha' win!! woooo-hoooooo!!! just can't beat a mindblown, babie!!!!!! breaking the xxx4 back down again. some people are intrested in buying it. hopefully i'll be back on the blacktop. the pro4's been very upset with me lately. she says it's "unfair" that i let the dirt eaters play and not let her "cut loose" LOL.
so after this weekend she'll be back in'ah game. but until the 4wd is sold (or traded) i wont have the $$$ to get a competitive truck.

[LEADFOOT]

stick to the dirt pete!


The perm had some glitches today. The computer loop went on the fritz. Everything had to get pushed later into the day. I left at 3 when they were working on it and had to start all the heats over again. I did manage to snap one shot of the elec. buggies before their first heat.


-Josh

[nomac]

wow..buggies ARE makin a comeback! i think i know the paint scheme on the one in the rear. look like mark payne's 'ole buggy.

[turbo40]

Hey Pete, You were right, That was me. First time racing for me in about a year.. Been tied up on building our house,so R/C took a back seat. But now it's done and I'm BACK!!

Had a really good time Sat., Lot's of electrics :) :) and lot's of good clean racing for everybody.. Some of the best A main racing I've ever had a chance to be a part of.. Full class of ten in A with some of "CLEANEST" racing , All were very nice and let the leaders by with out taking us out, and beleive me that makes us all faster!!

Can't beleive I got 14 laps after not picking up a radio for almost a year.
But the top 3 in the A got 14, Awsome!!

[Mr. Cash]

You missed it Pete. We had a great time this past weekend. That is my XXX in black with the flamed out paint job. I was able to TQ and win but not without a huge challenge by Mark. We swapped the lead twice on the final lap.

I had the most fun in truck. They had 16 entries. I qualified 4th and hit the first turn pipe in the main. I climbed back up to 5th before it was said and done but would've liked to have been up front the whole time. I cannot wait until the next race. I hope you are able to obtain a truck, Pete.

[nomac]

me too! almost got the 4wd sold but the guy tried to low-ball me. but i also mentioned the trade and he went even LOWER?!?! strange....
but if i make it, i'll still have the xxx4.
mark...glad to see you back. you were always a pleasure to race with. (not against..;))

[turbo40]

Hey Pete,

Guess what,I have a XXX-T Francis 1 truck I would let go cheap, Maybe a good speedo. and servo too..

[nomac]

oooooOoooOooo! talk to meh!!! pm...meh.

[nomac]

mark...e-mail sent. where you racin at? maybe i can bring the 4wd by so you can scope it out.

[nomac]

mail was returned...but here's the lowdown..
the chassis is the g-plus xxx4. i wanted to trade roller for roller on a FT T4 or a MF1 OR MF2.

[turbo40]

Hey Pete,

Tryed to send a p.m. but don't think it went through, If not I'm going to try and go to sandhills next weekend and if I do I'll bring it with me r.t.r. so you can try it out..

Take care and hope to see you soon...

Mark P.

[nomac]

hey mark. 'sup. your pm(s) went thru just fine. i'm glad i stayed home today. (well...after work anyway) i was getting stressed out that you went to the perm today. but i'm glad you didn't go, or else i would've gone down there for nothin. look...i plan on heading to doo-ham this sunday for some "play-time", why don't we just meet there? it'll save us the trip, plus it's a lot closer for the both of us. wa-da-ya say?
i usually try to get there in the 11 to 12 'o clock range.

[nomac]

cancel...not gonna make it today. besides.....gonna keep the car and just buy a NIB truck. thanx tho.

[Mr. Cash]

SANDHILLS IS PROUD TO ANOUNCE THAT WE WILL BE HOSTING THE REGION 3 ELECTRIC CHAMPIONSHIPS ON SEPT 17 THE FLIER WILL BE OUT SOON SO CHECK OUT OUR WEB SITE AT http://bigpermraceway.tripod.com/.

[burntslapup]

Mark long time no see glad to see ya back in the game just wish it was on-road instead. NE ways we've started back racing at Durham in case ya didnt know and have had a pretty good turn out this Sunday till the rain came.

Maybe ya get back to Durham some time and run with us...

I'll try to put a truck together some time before the summer ends and come down to sandhills and run I liked the track and the guyz that run there just dont like the cleanup that comes after a day of racing :)

Steven Benesch

[tarheelquality]

Hey, what electric class is probably the most popular? Are yall running this weekend? Might drive down and watch. I haven't raced offroad but once 20 years ago but think I might try.

[SpaceCowboy]

Haven't raced electric trucks in some time but still have the truck. What motor do most use for stock and what size batteries? One more for you is there a shop with parts and stuff??
Thanks

[Mr. Cash]

The truck class is the most popular. We have been having 12-17 trucks every points race. Stock buggy usually pulls 5-8 entries per race. We are not running this weekend due to the holiday but they are doing a track maintenance/practice day Saturday. Check the web site and Carolina R/C forums for details. The next points race is July 9th.

Spacecowboy - Almost any stock motors work well on this track. I would stay away from the high rpm stockers and go with a motor with good torque such as the P2K series or Orion Core motors. There is a hobby shop there but they stock mostly oval stuff. Most off roaders make sure they have the necessities.

[SpaceCowboy]

Thanks for the info but what about the batteries? I am thinking about getting a few more just for my truck.
Thanks again.

[LEADFOOT]

the stock limit is 6 cell, whatever flavor is up to you. I don't think anyone will argue about the capacity.

[John Tag]

Hey all... Just wanted to say hello and let ya know I will be joining ya's for a few races in the near future. My name is John Tag and I am part owner of Express Motorsports. I just moved to NC 3 weeks ago and been doing some touring racing so far and am looking to hit some jumps with my T4 to prepare for the regionals. Was looking to see what the tire choise is in stock truck. Around where I am here they don't have any off road racing they are mixing nitro and electric /lipo cell..to me thatsnot what I'm looking for. I like roar style races 5 min electric. Anyhow any info on tires would be great . I see P2K2's are good there by some posts..coll I got pleanty seeing I tune over 30 a week..LOL See ya's soon.

John Tag
Jtag@tmxpress.net
www.tmxpress.net

[npresme]

Removed!

[Mr. Cash]

Hi John. I have been running Holeshots on the rear and Losi directionals on the front. That combo has worked well when the track is dry and when it is moist. Some truckers have been running well with IFMAR Pins and a Panther tire. We do run ROAR style and I do not think that will change anytime soon so c'mon out. The next race is July 9th. When do you think you might come out? I would like to pick up a tuned P2K from you when you come.

[nomac]

hey jon. sandhills is a great track, you'll LOVE it! the tires i've used down there were proline edge with a losi kingpin rear.(wd-40 treated). these were a big surprise to me, didn't think they'd work. as for as motors go...you have any P2K2's? or any TOP's or YOK's? two of the fastest motors i've seem there belonged to cash.... a TOP and a P2k. LOL

[kartrun]

Cash!! I'm alive! I'm alive! Sorry man, I know you have been thinking I've been dead or something. lol :D It's a LONG story, I'll explain later. Call me!!!!! Pete, you call me too!!!! Later! Brad

[nomac]

kartrun...WHA'ZUP BABIEEEEE!!!! glad to see ya back in da houwse!!!! uh....you mind pm'n me you # again? LOL

[John Tag]

I hope to be there this weekend coming 7/10 or the following as I am racing Durham next sunday I might come there next sat and stay over and head to Durham. How far is Durham from here. I will bring a few extra P2K2's with me for those looking, But they will be sold from me thru the Hobby Shop there so we support our local shop, without them we would have no place to race.

[John Tag]

Is there racing next saturday as I plan to attend 7/16 for off road stock truck :D , THX

[Mr. Cash]

Hi John. No there is not a race this weekend but there is a race the following weekend on the 23rd. The race is called the Manafacturer's Duel and they will be practicing from 9am-7pm on Friday the 22nd. With the turnout they are expecting, you should be able to sell quite a few motors. Let me know if you are coming. I want to try one of your P2k2.

[John Tag]

Hi John. No there is not a race this weekend but there is a race the following weekend on the 23rd. The race is called the Manafacturer's Duel and they will be practicing from 9am-7pm on Friday the 22nd. With the turnout they are expecting, you should be able to sell quite a few motors. Let me know if you are coming. I want to try one of your P2k2.

Hey that sounds great, What exactally is this race. Is it a trophy race? What is the times and date is it fri practice and sat racing or 3 day event. Just want to prepare so I can get a room in hte area. I will Def. be there. I will be sure to tune a good amount of P2K2s as I ran 1 this weekend in Durham for touring stock and all but TQd and won the A with it. So they are sure great motors. Are there tires av. at the track or do I need to shop in advance. THX

[John Tag]

Is there practice anytime during the normal work week,I would like to run some laps if I could seeing I haven't ran off road in 5 years.THX

[Mr. Cash]

John, I'm glad you will be able to make it. From what I understand, it is a trophy race. It is a 2 day event with Friday practice and the mains on Sat. You will need to shop for tires because they do not stock much for off road. You can find more info on their web site at http://bigpermraceway.tripod.com/.

I am not sure about practice during the week. If you post at http://www.carolinasrc.com/forum/forum_topics.asp?FID=31, someone there can answer your question. Looking forward to meeting you because I have only heard good things about Express.

[Mr. Cash]

John, I just found out that this weekend is a money race at the Sandhills track. $100 to win if there is at least 10 trucks (which there always is).

[John Tag]

I am going to Rosewood this weekend,But thanks for the heads up. I will be there next friday to get in somelaps before the weekend :)

[SpaceCowboy]

Hey Pete are you going to the race this Saturday? I am going to try and make it with the ole T2. It probably won't last the race day but what the heck. First time in five years it will be raced. I am going to rebuild it some this week. What would be a good weight oil to use for the shocks?? See how long it's been. Hope to see you there bright and early Saturday morning.

Byron

"When I'm Right
No One Remembers,
When I'm Wrong
No One Forgets!!"

[John Tag]

Hey All, I paln on being there this weekend. I just need to know what I need to bring. Pits,are there tables or can we bring ez ups,Electric is there or do I need to bring a generator. Food is there food there or do I need to pack a cooler. THX

[Mr. Cash]

You will need to bring an Easy-Up and a pit table. There is electricity but no food. He might have something to eat at this race but not normal weekly races. A cooler is a must. Makes a good place to cool those motors when it is 96 degrees outside. You will like it at the Sandhills. Good people that are easy to get along with. I wish I could come Friday but it looks like early Sat. for me. Are you still planning on bringing a few motors. I would like one if my funds allow.

[nomac]

byron...sry it took so long to answer. been helping my bro with the wedding & move. did you go to sandhills? i hope so, cause the track is great! as far as set-ups goes with the T2: i've used this as my "standard" set-up almost everywhere.....2 pistons up front, 1 in the rear...30wt all around (27.5 to 25 in rear for more bite `AE only)...silver springs all around..(green in rear for more bite). stock: shock, tie-rod, and geometry settings all around. rear hubs in the forward position. 1/4 oz weight in front of servo (i used 9402 FUT).
tires: use what ever tires you feel com-fer-tAbul with. at the PERM i used pro-line EdgeM3 fronts with Losi Kingpin REDS in the rear. hope this helps.

ziggy...'sup bro! been a while! you still run losi right? if yes then you gotta PM.

[John Tag]

You will need to bring an Easy-Up and a pit table. There is electricity but no food. He might have something to eat at this race but not normal weekly races. A cooler is a must. Makes a good place to cool those motors when it is 96 degrees outside. You will like it at the Sandhills. Good people that are easy to get along with. I wish I could come Friday but it looks like early Sat. for me. Are you still planning on bringing a few motors. I would like one if my funds allow.



Yea I will have pleanty of motors with me, I plan on bring P2K2's,Monsters and some C2 19T for those looking.

96* Temps,cool I got my Team Much More Motor Cooler :D

[SpaceCowboy]

Pete going this Saturday for the race if I didn't mess up the speed control. I had to put some more motor and battery wire on it. I guess a mouse or something ate it off while it was sitting in the garage for all those years. They had chew marks and most of the insulation was gone. I will test it tomorrow night when I pack the stuff up. I can't wait.

[nomac]

sweet! lemme know ok? the losi truck's been flyin! after we do sckool shoppin, i'm gonna get me some of them li-po's. this pro truck thing is 'bout to make me bust. the longest i've lasted (so far) is 12 minutes with regular speedo, motor, and 33's.
wish i could go...love the track..got a stack of channel letters to form up, then it's the 3 o'clock wedding followed by the 6 o'clock wedding. (sigh)

hey bad..... you still alive?

[SpaceCowboy]

Pete I am thinking about the Li-Po also. Just I need some more info before I do it. Gona miss you Saturday. Got the truck half way loaded just need to charge the batteries and I will be on the road early Sat. Also going to do the road in Durham Sun. Gona be a fast no rest weekend again.

Later

[nomac]

if you think about it.....keep the truck leaded in the car k?

[SpaceCowboy]

It will be in there it allways is unless broke into small piecesssssss :D :D Oh yea, Pete everything is loaded in the pickup and it is time for some sleep. I had to work late on a cut cable earlyer. :mad: Man I had hope to have everything done and be in the bed before 10 but it didn't go that way. :( I am headed to Sandhills in the morning. Wish me luck cause I am gona need it. :D

[nomac]

goodluck my man! glad you got all the info you needed. chris, bring one home for the team! oh, and byron, i already got my li-po's comin. (WOOOOOHOOOOO!) i started to go ahead and pre-order my brushless but thought......the gas guys have to deal with maintaining their motors during the day, so why not use a regular motor and try to keep it running for 20 minutes. guess i'm old skool but i STILL like tuning modars. brushless just takes the "high" of tuning away from me. :D

[SpaceCowboy]

Well I had a good time today guys. I have a lot to change before I go again though. It's tough when you out weigh everyone by about a pound and a half and have a ten year old car. But it will be better the next time. Chris thanks again for the battery loan and thank the man again for selling me a new battery also. I will be back when I get things right.
THERE AINT NOTHING LIKE DIRT TO GET YOUR HEART PUMPING ! ! :D :D
Once again enjoyed it.
Byron

[nomac]

now that's what i'm talkin 'bout. but if you need another truck, let me know. i might have somethin. glad you had fun!