Big R/c Event April 9, Kenly, N.c.

[laso]

BIG R/C EVENT APRIL 9, KENLY N.C. The First Annual NIK'S PIZZA CHAMPIONSHIP RACE Hosted and Sponsored by NIK'S PIZZA of Kenly. Presented by LASO R/C Raceway. SATURDAY APRIL 9TH 2005. Track opens at 8:00am registration starts at 10:00am racing starts at 12:00N. Races will be held in NIK'S Pizza parking lot. Classes are electric SPEC TOURING, STOCK TOURING, 19-TURN TOURING. Registration for each of these 3 classes is $30.00. Payout is 1st place $40.00 and a 6FT. TROPHY; 2nd place is a 5 1/2 FT.TROPHY; 3rd place is a 5FT. TROPHY. for each of the three classes; supplied by NIK'S Pizza. We will run any class with 3 or more entries. We will also have a class for MINI-T STOCK. Registration for this class is $25.00. Payout is 1st place $30.00 and a 6FT. TROPHY, 2nd place is $15.00 and a 5 1/2 FT TROPHY, 3rd place is $10.00 and a 5FT. TROPHY. supplied by LASO Raceway.Must have 10 entries in each class for payout otherwise trophies only. Will have RAFFLES, RENT-A-RACERS, TROPHY GIRLS, FULL SIZED LATE MODEL RACE CARS,AND LOTS MORE. This Race coincides with KRUSIN' KENLY DAY which has about 6,000 people in attendance so come early. We hope to make this an annual event which grows bigger and better each year. This is our first year and we already have several sponsors, trophy girls, full sized race cars, a 1/4 scale R/C car and more being added daily. Now all we need is alot of racers. WE have already had some good response from racers.So everyone come on and join the fun and lets show the "public" what R/C racing is all about! This will be a asphalt road course, so you will need rubber tires. for more info. go to www.lasorcraceway.com ;or e-mail at laso60@yahoo.com. This event can only help all R/C racing and all Tracks in the area.

[nomac]

Laso....Can open modified be voted in?

[laso]

Laso....Can open modified be voted in?
We will run any class with 3 or more entries. We will have to let you know about Trophies.

[laso]

19 turn can use foams. We are in the process of testing the track surface. If it iis questionable; there will be NO tire restrictions in all classes. Will keep you posted.

[nomac]

thank-you.

[ShadowWolf81]

hehe im heading there with a few of my friends to take part in the Carshow that day. Though if my new Yokomo Drift Nissan Silvia S15 comes in early enough, and i get it up and running i might take it by the R/C race and bash around to break it in between races (if they let me) Might start a Drifting trend here in NC :cool: May wind up spending more time at the R/C race than at the actual Car-show. Also have a HPI RS4 3-SS that i "dressed up" and am currious what people think about it :eek:

BTW Heyas Laso. Didnt know you kept in touch with people online. Guess i'll have to keep a eye on RC-Car Actions forums more often now.

P.S. If ya cant figure out who this is lemme know lol i'll stop by Laso raceway this friday and remind ya :D

[JimmyMac]

Would we have to supply our own power? And I'm sure we'd have to bring our own pit tables, chairs, and shade correct?

[ShadowWolf81]

snipets taken from: http://www.lasorcraceway.com/

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Track is Asphalt Roadcoarse in NIKs PIZZA parking lot. There is plenty of room and plenty of parking.

Track is available at 8:00AM for practice ,registration starts at 10:00am sharp and racing starts at 12:00N sharp. AMB scoring systems will be used ,LASO RACEWAY will have Track Transponders or use your personal Transponder.

There will be plenty of electricity and rest rooms available and food available At NIKs PIZZA The best PIZZA in the USA.

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hope that clears up your questions =D if ya need/want to know anything else i'd sudjest calling Nik's or Laso :D

[jtn]

Jimmy, I asked smitty the same question in an email the other day and this is what he replied with..... Tables and electricity are Furnished and drivers stand,if you want to bring an extra table,go ahead.

[JimmyMac]

Sounds good. I guess I'll have to take a vacation day on that Saturday. If they don't give it to me.. I'll just call in sick. hehe.. ;) Tired of all this overtime working Saturdays... :rolleyes: Anyways, I'll just bring out my own table and chair just in case. You never know how many will show up to race.

[ShadowWolf81]

Sounds good. I guess I'll have to take a vacation day on that Saturday. If they don't give it to me.. I'll just call in sick. hehe.. ;) Tired of all this overtime working Saturdays... :rolleyes: Anyways, I'll just bring out my own table and chair just in case. You never know how many will show up to race.

considering is right next to a popular Car show.. might not just be drivers looking for seats :eek: ya may wind up trying to find a seat thats not taken by over 1000 people :D

[jtn]

I hope there ends up being a good turn out. Should be some fun.

[cheerwhiner]

Hmm I may bring a car and if I don't feel like racing it would be fun to watch, and I LOVE CAR SHOWS ANYWAY :D

Can somebody post the exact address of where the race will be held so I can mapquest it please? Also last question- will Laso or other vendors be selling tires, spare parts, etc? Thanks! :cool:

[ShadowWolf81]

Here ya go:

Nik's Pizza & Restaurant
Highway 301 S, Kenly, NC
919-284-4255

If your on 95 heading North. once you Exit off 95 Take a right from the offramp. and i think Nik's is the first road on your right that you come to. If your exiting off 95 South, you need to turn Left off the off-ramp, go under the 95 overpass, then its the first road on the right.

I THINK thats the driveway that leads ya to Nicks. not sure though, havent been to kenly in a while. :eek: But im faily sure its right near the 95 overpass.

*edit*

here's a link to the Kenly area map. just zoom in to the second highest zoom and you'll get a good picture.

http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?country=US&addtohistory=&formtype=address&searchtype=address&cat=&address=&city=Kenly&state=NC&zipcode=&searchtab=home

[cheerwhiner]

ok easy to get to at least. Not too far away, honestly as far away as the track over in Durham. I just wish it was a perminant track. Any idea how big it will be or the layout?

[jtn]

ok easy to get to at least. Not too far away, honestly as far away as the track over in Durham. I just wish it was a perminant track. Any idea how big it will be or the layout?

I have asked this a few times already through email or on the Laso forum and haven;t really gotten a straight answer.
I think Brian S. is going out there tonight and maybe he will post it up here then. :cool:

[Ron Zee]

Me may go too. We shall look and see.

Mini-T with 6 cell, stock or speed motor, any other mods including radio, running truck body. This is what I got. anyone else?

Opps, wrong thread,,,

Anyhoo, I hope to be there, maybe even call a race or three.

[Dee]

Have Mini T...

Will Travel..... :D

[jtn]

ok.......how bout Nitro at this race? I think we have 3 interested already.

[sedanracer8]

alright for you guys that are wondering about the track surface. it will definately be possible to race on this. there are a few bumps in certain spots but me and rodney suggested to the guys at niks last night to just make a turn around them. there is one dip on one end of the parking lot but i think we resolved that by just moving the track over 10 feet and missing the whole thing. it is also possible that they could get the whole parking lot resurfaced before the race. they are getting quotes on it right now to see what they can do. but i ran the pro 4 around out there i raised it up about 2 rounds on all 4 shocks and did not bottom out. i also made suggestions to them that i have heard most of you guys say before, as in putting a straight on the back, and leaving about 2 foot between stand and track, for those occasional radio leaners. from what we measured out last night i think i talked them into making the track a little larger. i think its going to be around 35or38' x around 65' long. but anyways for you guys that were wondering the surface is ok i would not of put my car down on it if it wasnt.

[npresme]

Tell the guys to call Rob Micheals or Jeff Brown at Superior Hobbies about how to put down VHT and how they mix it. We raced at thier track in Dec. and the traction was AWESOME. Thier track is in the parking lot of a shopping center that is only used on Sat. for races. Call them at 407-834-9299 They will help you alot on this.

[laso]

Please be patient we will answer all questions ASAP. between running 2 business one of which is our carpet track and hobby shop that is opened 5 days a week and racing twice a week, and the other our candle business which making candles is very time consuming. and working out all the details for this event we are going 24/7. to answer what questions I can for now here goes; Yes we will have trophies for open mod. The drivers stand has been built. Electricity will be supplied along with some pit tables. Feel free to bring your own if you want to. Bring your own chair/stool.The tracks outer walls will be 12-16 inches high the inner walls will be double stacked 2x4s. The travel lanes will be 8-10 feet wide. It will have a long front straightaway with approx. 7 turns on the back straightaway. Will try to post a layout soon. The surface can be run on the way it is now but we are going to try to make it smoother. We will have track transponders or use your personal. We will have parts for Mini-t, we do not have parts for touring cars but am trying to get someone to bring some to sell. So for now plan on bringing all your parts. Will let you know if we do get someone to bring some.As for Nitro the sponsor did not want them because of the speed and safety of Drivers and Spectators.At this time; this event is the biggest thing of the day so expect ALOT of spectators all day; but I will ask about Nitro and let you know for sure. Don- will let you Know soon about batteries for Spec class. Directions are as posted above in another post the exit # is 107. If I have missed anybodies Questions I will try to answer them soon. There are lots and lots and lots of details but everything seems to be going good.Will keep you posted.

[cheerwhiner]

What tires do you all recommend? I have only raced indoors. Take Off CS-27s? 32s? Just need to pick up ONE set, I have a limited budget (read: I am NOT planning on winning any class by any means but I won't be in the "way")

[NCSpeedRacer]

Tim - I have some 27's you can borrow if you don't want to buy some right now. I probably have some I can give you, I just need to check my supply.

Billy

[laso]

This is a lay out of the track we are going with at this time. It is subject to have some changes if needed to compensate for any "flaws" etc. in the track surface.

[jtn]

27s should be good.....doesn't look like it will be too warm by then.

[jtn]

Sorry Nextolast and trm......looks like nitro is out. :mad:

[sedanracer8]

i cant see where nitro would be any different than say 19 turn electric on a track this size. i bet the lap times would be close to the same. plus those people at the car show would probably love to hear some horsepower and smell some nitro.

[laso]

Don't count Nitro out just yet. We have sent him a e-mail asking and waiting for a reply. We agree Nitro would definately be a crowd pleaser. but the final decision is his. We will let you all know when we do.

[cheerwhiner]

maybe not as many cars and only VERY EXPERIENCED DRIVER should do nitro then. At least parade some monster trucks around (I am serious about that!)

Showing a variety of vehicles will get interest.

[JimmyMac]

I'm betting 19t would be faster than Nitro if the track size is as Brian quoted. Open Mod will be faster for sure if anyone races that. But being a car show there and all... the Nitro's would be a nice Crowd Pleazer.. hehe..

How many qualifiers will there be? Now I just have to decide on what class to run???? :confused:

Cheerwhiner, as for tires, foam tires will be faster than rubber tires. It is my understanding that foams will more than likely be legal for all classes. Although I would prefer rubber tires... ya gotta go with what's faster. If not, then go for Takeoff CS22's. If you can't find them, then CS27's will do just fine. Bring some motor spray to clean the dirt/dust off the rubbers tires after every run.

[cheerwhiner]

I guess I will wait a while to see whats legal. Jimmy this is Tim from TRF by the way (not sure if you knew my name)

Billy is going to give me some takeoffs anyway

[DBWalker]

Smitty---thank you. the layout looks to be simple and could make for some close racing to keep the crowd entertained. will be looking to hear about the batteryfor spec class. :cool:

jtn---bring on the nitro. everytime i smell that exhaust, i start remembering what it was like running motocross. :D

here is some food for thought. with what little time the racers have to practice and get a setup going, i think the drifters and monster trucks need to wait until after the mains are finished to show off for the crowd. even in between qualifying rounds, drivers will need to make adjustments and sort out other technical difficulties that might transpire. i have no problem with either one of those groups being there, but like it was mentioned before, there is a place and a time for doing such things.

[ShadowWolf81]

Smitty---thank you. the layout looks to be simple and could make for some close racing to keep the crowd entertained. will be looking to hear about the batteryfor spec class. :cool:

jtn---bring on the nitro. everytime i smell that exhaust, i start remembering what it was like running motocross. :D

here is some food for thought. with what little time the racers have to practice and get a setup going, i think the drifters and monster trucks need to wait until after the mains are finished to show off for the crowd. even in between qualifying rounds, drivers will need to make adjustments and sort out other technical difficulties that might transpire. i have no problem with either one of those groups being there, but like it was mentioned before, there is a place and a time for doing such things.

hehe guess im the "drifter" ya were talking about. But as for waiting till everythings done, im all for that. Not even sure if my car will be up-n-running by then. Im mainly going to be there just to watch/turn-marshal and to have fun. And from the way the pictures of this Kit im getting looks. it'll draw a few eyes just by the way it looks. Dun realy care if i never take my little drifter out of the box or not. Just figured i'd try to add some eye-candy to the events.

Here's a though though. If anyone brings in a "concourse" type entry car to the race. we could have our own little "pace car" =D

As for The Nitro being "unsafe" i cant realy see that as being a valid reason not to have them allowed their own class to race. Escpecialy as the only area on that track they'd even get close to top-speed is the last 1/4 of the frunt stretch, and you can simply rope that area off durring the event if they are concerned about people being hurt. Ive seen the Mod-TC's running just as fast as the Nitro TC's over at the Wood. The sound of the little engions, and the simple "awe" of that class would realy help to draw a crowd in.

[cheerwhiner]

The sound of the little engions, and the simple "awe" of that class would realy help to draw a crowd in.

Yup I agree totally, even though I don't have one, it is what attracts people.

[JimmyMac]

I agree once again, Nitro's will attract people. Just the sound of it would. And top speed won't be too much of an issue if the straight is only 60-70foot. Durham's old track was 200+ feet. And Rosewood outdoors is approx 145ish. Even Rosewoods indoor track will be bigger than this parking lot track. So I don't think this will be much of a problem. VA Beach's Hobbytown USA parking lot tracks were about the same size. They ran Nitro with no issues. Don't let the sound scare you... :D

[kartrun]

Sup Jimmy, fancy meeting you here :p I'm with ya on the nitro issue. The speed will not be a problem at all. I admit it would make the "show" spectacular from a spectators standpoint but so would a field of open mods. In my opinion there's nothing like the sound of a group of open mods spooling up together down the straight. I think there will be a pretty decent field of mod touring. You game Jimmy? Later! Brad

[nomac]

hmmm... :rolleyes: . sounds devine brad. new speedo should be at my LHS by next monday or tuesday. next iz tha batts! oh, and guess what.....i got over 80 hrs of vacation this year!!! took me by COMPLETE surprise!!! wonder what i'll do with all that time...... :D

[JimmyMac]

We'll see if anyone shows up for Open Mod. I hear talk, but I'll wait til I see some action. ;) I know I'll be there. So I'll bring a Stocker, 19t, and Mod motor and see who shows up. I hope to see some old faces! :) I think this race will remind me of old times at Chapel Hill... :D

[laso]

LASO does not have a problem with nitro. Remember Smitty raced for 12 years . He has raced On Road, Off Road , Banked Oval, Flat Oval, Road Course, Raced Pan Cars, Touring Cars, Trucks. Has raced on Dirt, Asphalt and Carpet.We LOVE the Sound and Smell of Nitro. But as I said before; it is up to The Sponsor. He owns the property. Have not heard back from him yet. I will try to call him tomorrow and find out for sure.

[kartrun]

Thats what I was thinking Jimmy. I figured it would be a nice time out with the fellows. Anyways, Pete, sounds grrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!!! :D What did you get? Keyence?? Do me a favor, drop Cash a pm and really push him to come out to this race. I didn't get a chance to talk to him yet about it but as soon as I can I will. Oh yeah, congrats on the vacation this year!! That really sounds awesome and yes, I know what you'll be doing with that time off :p Well, off to bed, you guys take care. Brad

[axrayed1]

Lets see Jimmy and Pete small track and mod. that sounds fun. Now if I can get my butt in gear and do what I need to do the next few weekends so I'm ready for outside.

[ShadowWolf81]

hehe when you call him, give him a link to this website =D when he see's the "pro's" saying that nitro's shouldnt be a safty concern, maybe he'll lighten up =D

[jtn]

Hey Mark - if we get a go for Nitro - nextolast and trm are gonna run and maybe we can track down brinChek......lol.

[nomac]

mark...yeah, that does sound like fun, huh? did you ever run mod in mooresville? try 8 & 9 turn singles on a track the size of TRF. lol

[axrayed1]

No problem Pete might not be the best driver but I do love a small track that you have to drive.

[laso]

OK guys; YES YOU CAN RUN NITRO if you can get 6 drivers. This is to help cover the cost of trophies. The trophies have been ordered for 6 classes. They are SPEC, STOCK, 19-TURN, OPEN MODIFIED, NITRO, AND MINI-T. That will be it for trophy classes. Spec class can run batteries up to 3300, spec motor only.There will be NO TIRE Restrictions for any class. Registration is $30.00 for all casses; except Mini-T which is $25.00. Now Guys lets fill up all these classes and have some FUUUN!

[jtn]

I dunno if we will have 6 drivers, but I also I don't think any of us Nitro guys cared about the trophies anyway. Oh well, I will bring mine and just run some practice. No way will I try and run 2 classes. ;)

[ShadowWolf81]

if you need a 6th persone to "fill-in" i'll see if i can dismantle my Nitro and get it back into Raceing condition (its dresed up at the moment with light kits and neons :cool: ).. I'll just have to buy some tires and get someoen to help me tweek my engion out. Dont think its set up right :eek:

hehe if anyones gonna be at the Wood on the 19th (today) i'll drop by to see if anyones out there. If someones willing to tinker with my engion and get it running good i'll have mine ready to be the 6th. if no ones at the Wood this weekend i'll stop by the next. :D

Dont realy care about winning/loseing, i just wanna get the sport a bit more popular. And the Nitro's will turn a few heads =D

[cheerwhiner]

Exactly. I may not even race just try to practice for a few hours 8am til 10am and if its going well then I will enter to race. I want to promote our hobby as much as possible!!

[laso]

Cheerwhiner and ShadowWolf81; Thanks for the great attitudes. It's Racers like you that helps build the sport of R/C Racing. This is what we are trying to do, to help all racers and tracks in our sport. Keep up the positive attitudes. Thanks again guys and Thank you to everyone that has showed such great support. Sincerely, Smitty & Lisa :)

[laso]

By the way; There will be some touring car parts avaliable at the big event Thanks to Durham's R/C Racetrack.

[kartrun]

Smitty, I take it you got up with Don like I suggested. glad he was was willing to help you out. I figured he would. Let me know if I can help you with anything else! Brad

[jtn]

Hey Thomas(trm) - You better hope that TR still runs......he he. I heard you were scared..... :eek:

[trm]

Hey John.If you heard I was scared,you have been mislead.There is not an ounce of fear in this ole boy.If you don't beleive it,blow the dust off of the NTC3 and we'll see ;) I'm looking forward to it.
Short Bus Racing

[jtn]

Was hoping that would get you on here. :cool: I was just messin around. Looking forward to running with you again too......and don't worry the dust is gone.

[laso]

Listen up everyone; We will have a trophy for the best painted body. It can be done with airbrush or spray can. Make 'em look good and put your best race faces on; there will be newspaper reporters there and possibly local TV cameras.Also may have a couple more Nitro guys.Question: what size motor are most of the Nitro guys running.We need to know what to tell others that are interested in this cass. All classes will follow ROAR Rules for the most part.

[cheerwhiner]

good, i was gonna suggest a body competition. that would draw a crowd. do we have to race the body? Just checking!

[axrayed1]

Listen up everyone; We will have a trophy for the best painted body. It can be done with airbrush or spray can. Make 'em look good and put your best race faces on; there will be newspaper reporters there and possibly local TV cameras.Also may have a couple more Nitro guys.Question: what size motor are most of the Nitro guys running.We need to know what to tell others that are interested in this cass. All classes will follow ROAR Rules for the most part.
Roar is .12 3port engine. Some of the ready to run kits come with a .15 engine and thay would be OK with me just no .15 big blocks or .21 engines

[jtn]

and no .12 5 ports......

[nextolast]

You talkin about me? How about a detuned old school cvr?

[JimmyMac]

Roar Rules? That's a joke. Foam on asphalt and Roar Rules.. hehe... Well, I'd like to know which rules will be followed so I can comply. Weight Rule? Body type rule? Body height rule? Wing height/width rule? Car width rule? Motor rules? For foam can I run under 55mm? etc, etc..... And who's qualified to check all this??

Or are ya running loose rules? 2-4 door sedan type bodies. Foam or Rubber tires. Roar Stock approved motors for Stock Class. Roar approved Mod motors for Mod Class (new roar rules start there is no limit for number of turns). (There are NO 19t motors that are approved by Roar. This is because none have been submitted for approval.) So what about 19t? Only Spec type locked 24 degree 19t machine wound motors? No pan cars in Touring class.

Just wondering. I know alot of us aren't truely Roar legal at this time. Just curious if it was loose rules like the Snowbirds....

[jtn]

You talkin about me? How about a detuned old school cvr?

lol....No of course not......besides, I know you turned it back into a regular TR....I don't think it would matter if someone did anyway since the layout is gonna be smaller than what we are used to. :)

[henryj]

Jimmy Mac, look's like Joseph and I will probably make it on the 9th! I'll break down and run mod with you and whoever to help fill the class. I'll run my 19 t motor though, I'll prob. do better with it anyhow.
Any answer's yet on what body, motor, chassis height rule's will be enforced. Are 3300's still the batt. in spec, and here goes another can of worm's, what spring's and brushes are allowed in spec; box stock only?
Thank's and I'll see ya'll on the 9th.
Yeah Mojo, I'll get the hexes back to you next time I see you. I'll get some stuff ordered soon so I can repay the part's debt I have. I got a few thing's to return when we go to Md. I gotta get a new F-1 chassis and top plate: it got so hot the top plate melted where the rear shock mount screw's in! That explain's why the gear mesh kept getting louder, it moaned just like a real F-1 car!
Later.............Hank

[axrayed1]

Hank don't buy the parts for your f1 I'll sell the car I got for a real good deal and you'll have some spares.

[henryj]

Hank don't buy the parts for your f1 I'll sell the car I got for a real good deal and you'll have some spares.

Mark, you got a deal. See ya on the 9th, if not before!

[Ron Zee]

I got those parts too Hank. Got new ones just in case the mods I did to the chassis last year were not legal. I put some cooling holes in it and they said all was well, so I have a top plate and a chassis. You may want to look at mine to see how I have it. At least last year it was ok, don't know about this year. It's still in the rules, but you know how one judge will do things different than another.

By the way, If you got third with a car you said you weren't all that comfortable with, how woulda I done up there? I wanted to go,, I thought it was next weekend though. You guys shoulda told me more better.

[JimmyMac]

Yeah yeah yeah, you just better pay attention punk! I think you just wanted to try out that new Mini T instead. That or the Mini T expended your resources.. hehe..

Hanks F201 already has the vent holes in it. He checked out the Hickmans F201 cars. Then did it himself. I'll have my F201 ready for Maryland to take on the Hickmans. I think their East Coast domination of the class should come to an end.. :eek: :D

Anyways, unsure if I'll race this race now. We'll see when I put in for Vacation at work. :rolleyes: But I may just end up racing Mod or Stock. I doubt enough Mod will show up. We'll see at the track in the morning..... Too early to tell. And I'm sure there are tons of racer that will show that never read these boards....

[cheerwhiner]

enough have posted here that are planning to go. It should be a good turnout. If it is OK with Laso, I would like to put a flyer up at Apex R/C Hobbies. Probably won't interest his customers too much, but it couldn't hurt. (his customers are mainly airplane and monster truck people)

[Dee]

Hey Smitty.

Will the Mini T stock class be running truck bodies or late model bodies? I still like the truck bodies myself.

Oh, and rubber tires? Foam tires?

Dee.

[sedanracer8]

Dee if you decide to run spec and need some 3300's its looking like i might not be able to go that weekend. Its christys 21st bday and all her family are coming in. If you want to run though i could send some of my 6 cell packs up there by someone and you could run them. Just let me know.

[ShadowWolf81]

Is the F201 cars you guys are talking about the 4-wheel trive one that Tymia? came out with? If so ive got one i need to get rid of =D just not sure what'd be a decent asking price for it.

[laso]

Dee, Mini-T class will be any Mini-T TRUCK Body. You can use foams or rubber. Cheerwhiner, no you do not have to run your body that is entered in the best painted body contest; and we would be glad for you to post a flyer any where you can. Spec class will be a spec motor with any brushes or springs and battery up to 3300. As far as ROAR Rules ; we are using them loosley as a guideline; since this is NOT a Roar event; as most tracks do. minimum weight will be 52oz. with foam or rubber tires. Wing cannot extend above roof line. Minimum height 115mm; maximum height 175mm for car. We Will have complete rules posted. As far as who is qualified; we will have a tech person; but all final decisions are the Race Directors[Smitty]Who has been a long time member of ROAR, ARCOR, and NORRCA, and has raced in state, regional, and national events. You must have rules to make things fair; but we do not want to get so bogged down in every technical ROAR rule that it is not fun. Anyone that has raced at a track that techs should not have much problem passing inspection. Just keep it Fair and FUN!

[NCSpeedRacer]

"We Will have complete rules posted." - Where and When will they be posted ? Just trying to get my ducks lined up. I am looking forward to racing on the 9th.

Laso - if you could e-mail me a complete flyer in word or pdf, I will print some coppies and take to HobbyMasters in Raleigh and post on their Bulletin board.

[DBWalker]

Laso---Send me one of those flying thingies, and I will post them at a couple of hobby shops here in New Bern and Havelock. There are some folks here in New Bern that run the parking lot at the local community college some weekends, and I am sure they would consider going. From what I understand there are quite a few that run nitro, so that would give the gas guys some more competition. Look forward to shaking off the dust and getting some track time. Take care and God bless. :)

btw, will whomever is selling parts have a good stock of tc3 stuff? would like to know as soon as i can so i will know what i have to get ahead of time if need be.

[cheerwhiner]

fellas I ordered some awesome batts and misc RACING stuff finally. This event sparked the decision to buy it all now. I plan on running rubber but I do have foams if it will make a huge difference.

I'll just copy and paste the info of off the laso speedway webiste to make a flyer.

[DBWalker]

cheerwiner---if you get a good copy of the Kenly flyer, send me a copy via e-mail so i can print it out for a couple of shops locally. my e-mail is bartwalk@cox.net. Smitty sent me the info, but i could not open it. thank you in advance and God bless.

[jtn]

TRM and Nextolast - are you still planning on running this race? I figure you would since it is right next to home for you. But just wanted to check.

[nextolast]

Were planning to go and see if enough show up to race. You going?

[jtn]

Yepp. If you are going, I think Mark and I will be there too.

[cheerwhiner]

takeoff 27s came in, I'll have those. I wish the race at Durham was going to go tomorrow to get some asphault time but the rain cancelled that. I really hope this race goes as planned.

So one more weekend on carpet it looks like I'll try rosewood for the first time ever tomorrow. I do know people that are there at least.

Hope to see you all next week.

[jtn]

See you tomorrow Cheer. If you need some help, Brian, me or Mark should be able to help ya out.

[cheerwhiner]

I know Mark, Billy and Will, Pete, Dave (if he still goes), Ron, etc, anybody that goes to TRF every once and a while. Oh and Justin, I've met him too. SO I won't feel too intimitaded :D

[Ron Zee]

Hmmm,, a mention. Something stirs,,,

[laso]

Hi everyone; sorry we hadn't posted much this week. We have been very busy with final details for this race.We are suppose to be having some more racers coming from sandhills track too. We should have a good turnout if everyone comes that says they are. We have tried to answer everyones questions; if we have missed any we apoligize. It is getting hectic! Thanks in advance to Don Hill and Brad of Durham for sending the parts and support. Don't know if we will have time to post anymore before the race;will try. If not we hope to see everyone there. The TROPHIES are in ; they are HUGE! 6ft.;5 1/2 ft; and 5 ft. This is a picture of one of the sets.

[laso]

Sounds like we should have racers from most all tracks in the area except maybe one. All tracks that have racers there will be mentioned in the newspaper write ups as good places to race those that don't will not be mentioned. We Support those that support us. There has been a couple other tracks already mentioned in the 2 page story written up in 3 local newspapers. There will be another write up that day in several newspapers.Thanks to all the racers from other tracks that will be there. Should be alot of Fun. Have added 2 more trophy girls. should be 4 now all together. Also have some good prizes for the raffles. The gas 1/4 scale will be there to take a lap or 2 for fun. Also the full size late model car will be there; and maybe a few more suprises. Will have to come and see! TAKE CARE; GOOD LUCK: and lets go have some FUN!!!!!!!

[nomac]

hi laso. hope i haven't run this question in the ground.:D. how will the lay-out and track conditions be for the 9th. and will you apply any type of traction additive? my plan is to go with (unfamiliar.LOL) rubber tires and i just needed a small "heads-up" on the track. thanx in advance.

[laso]

hi laso. hope i haven't run this question in the ground.:D. how will the lay-out and track conditions be for the 9th. and will you apply any type of traction additive? my plan is to go with (unfamiliar.LOL) rubber tires and i just needed a small "heads-up" on the track. thanx in advance.
Hi nomac, the track layout will be much like the pictire in a previous post; with 9ft. travel lanes.The guy that is suppose to "smooth" it out some ; still plans on doing it this week. He wanted to wait until a a few days before so no one will park on it. depends on how "cured" out it is, if traction additive is needed. If he dosn't get it done; we might have to use some.It can be raced on as it is; has small rocks in the asphalt; but has been tested. Thanks for the support!

[axrayed1]

Smitty is there enough room to bring my trailer.
thanks Mark

[laso]

Smitty is there enough room to bring my trailer.
thanks Mark
Yes there should be plenty of room; it's a large parking lot.So bring it on!

[jtn]

I know where I am pitting now....

[NCSpeedRacer]

Save me a spot next to the trailer - I'll bring an extension cord.....and some change. :D I'll probably be tailgate pitting. Are we running foams or rubber for Stock Touring???

[cheerwhiner]

either way i'll be ready- the tires Mark cut for me I didn't use because Justin gave me a pair yesterday :D

I'm getting ready to order the parts I need and some spares from Stormer, so I should be ready for Saturday

in terms of registration- is it cash only or can we pay with a credit/debit card? I never really carry cash and need to check

[jtn]

I dunno about debit/credit but I have paid smitty by check before.

[laso]

either way i'll be ready- the tires Mark cut for me I didn't use because Justin gave me a pair yesterday :D

I'm getting ready to order the parts I need and some spares from Stormer, so I should be ready for Saturday

in terms of registration- is it cash only or can we pay with a credit/debit card? I never really carry cash and need to check
We take cash;check or credit/debit card at our store/track.; but that day anything you need from us we can take cash or check; no credit cards because we wont have a land phone line. As far as registration we will be taking it for mini-t but Niks Pizza will be taking it for all other classes. They probably have a Credit card machine in the resturant.

[jtn]

I have a question regarding the mini-t class. Is this open to any 1/18th truck? Just want to know if a RC18T is allowed to run.

[cheerwhiner]

no problem i'll just bring $$$. Painted a new body but if it wins the paint competition i'll laugh at everyone (just one can of silver to save $$ and time for a body- I NEEDED A BODY, THIS WASN'T A 'WANT' !!!)

[dbracin]

I have a question regarding the mini-t class. Is this open to any 1/18th truck? Just want to know if a RC18T is allowed to run.

I would come run my RC18T if the Mini-T guys are not against it. If I'm not
mistaken, at the last race at TRF a Mini-T beat a RC18T. :rolleyes:

[jtn]

Well, that would make 2 then. I have Justin's 18t about ready to go.

[axrayed1]

Man I might have to brake out my mini T and run it.

[sedanracer8]

mark got that motor fired today sounds strong. almost sounds like its doing a little trash talking. haha catch yall later

[jtn]

hey Brian.....you better go.....I hear your old lady calling ya.....lol.

[cheerwhiner]

just sold my mini Ts so even though they will be in my posession on Saturday I WON'T drive them

just finished up the body for the tc4. looks good for one color- Indy silver is a nice color.

[sedanracer8]

comedian huh haha nah man i got my honey do's out of the way for at least a little while. got the grass cut, and got that water garden took up. anyone looking for some picket fencing i have about 6 sections of 6 foot, in pretty good condition. if not its going to the dump. also had a one of those water ponds i was going to save and put on the southside shopper and pick up a few bucks but it finally got on my nerves trying to drain it so i just knocked a hole in it. haha

[cheerwhiner]

the sad thing is this thread will die in a week

[jtn]

Yeah, but picking on Brian about being whipped will keep on going and going.....at least until he finds a way to convince her that Saturdays are for racing......

[sedanracer8]

haha whipped im not the one thats going to be putting up the fence, that just got tore down haha. and u better get that rabbit shelter, and the siding.

[jtn]

Ah....siding yes. Rabbit shelter can wait.....lol....and it definately won;t be on a Sat.

[jtn]

How about it smitty? Can Justin and DBRacin run there rc18ts?

[dbracin]

How about it smitty? Can Justin and DBRacin run there rc18ts?

Looks like I will not come down on Saturday, got a soccar game to
go to. Maybe we can get some trucks to run at TRF soon or maybe
I'll just sell it and go 1/12 scale racing with you guys this coming fall
after I get tired of racing outside in the dirt. Pete's in Danville is
racing 1/8 scales this Sunday and I might try to go up there.....

... anyone interested in a RC18T.....

[cheerwhiner]

jtn and those who go to TRF- Jack is putting it back on Friday nights, so if that is good or bad for you keep that in mind. I'm glad he is, and I'll be there this Friday even if its just practice for this race in Kenly. Need to sharpen my skills and TRF is the place to do it.

[jtn]

Cheer - I saw it thanks. I probably won't make it out there too much during the summer.

[laso]

How about it smitty? Can Justin and DBRacin run there rc18ts?
yes you can run the rc18ts. It will be stock or speed motors only.

[sedanracer8]

maybe some 12th scale action every few friday nights what ya think mark,john. or maybe we out to just go out there and run the little cars, mini-t,18t

[jtn]

Thanks Smitty. It is stock the way it comes out of the box except for servo and maybe springs.
Brian my 1/12th is all tore up from up at Debbies. I plan on just buying the Hara conversion for it this fall, but right now I want to focus on my outdoor cars.
Running the 18t may happen though.

[laso]

maybe some 12th scale action every few friday nights what ya think mark,john. or maybe we out to just go out there and run the little cars, mini-t,18t
we have 3 classes for the mini-t with the late model bodies. Stock; modified; and open mod. Open mod can run the 18ts or mini-t. They run every Thursday night and on Sundays. Usually have a good turnout for them. Also they are starting a class of 1/12 scale; have 3 already.

[jtn]

I may come run some smitty. I am just not as interested in the roundy round as much as on-road.

[nomac]

well fellas...it's hump day!!! middle of the week!!! has anyone changed their mind about mod at laso's? making my last order and i just wanted to see what i need more of...19 turns...monsters, or some more mods. i wanna go ahead and get put down for mod....19 /stock if there's not enough. (laso) i don't have a personnal yet but it's coming. i'm also running a synth radio so any channel on 75 band is ok. BTW..i know the track may be green by sat, but.....can i get a final out-look of the track? ( layout...what direction...rear strait or front strait..ac power...in or outside pits). sorry to be a bother but, it's a bit too far for me to come unprepared. :o

[ShadowWolf81]

Sad thing is the Weather for the next two days is starting to look foul. What do they plan to do if Nature is against us?.. postpone till sunday? or is this a Saterday or nothing deal?

[jtn]

Don't be so quick to think this will be rained out....From what I saw on the weather, it will clear up Sat morning. Then again....if not, my Pro 4 is still setup for carpet :cool:
Hey if it does rain, anyone want to run mini-t at the wood? Justin's rc18t is ready and he will run if there are enough.

[Ron Zee]

I'll bring mine one more time. Let's race 'em finally!!!

[NCSpeedRacer]

I'll keep my fingers crossed on the weather situation. I for one can't wait to get outside and run. I've got the shocks off my car. Just can't decide whether to set them up for outside or leave them alone. Oh well, guess I'll wait till Fri. night to make a call.

Smitty - what's the plan if it's raining?

[cheerwhiner]

yes, I'll head to rosewood also on Saturday if it does rain and if we move the laso race to Sunday I MIGHT not make it, I might have to work, dunno yet haven't checked the schedule. It should be clear around race time though I think. at least the rain will drain away some pollen!!

[jtn]

me either.....I will be in Martinsville Sunday.

[cheerwhiner]

what is going on in that little town? oh wait :D have fun, the only NASCAR race i've been to was there

[NCSpeedRacer]

John you lucky dog. I wish I was going to Martinsville with you. The last time I was there was when Mark Martin won the race. I had Pit passes for the race and we had a blast. Got to meet Little E. Have a picture of the two of us sitting on pit wall before the race. I almost got run over by Big E. after the race. He was pissed and flying through the garage area. Lots of fun to be had. Just pick your parking spot wisely so you can get out after the race.

[laso]

well fellas...it's hump day!!! middle of the week!!! has anyone changed their mind about mod at laso's? making my last order and i just wanted to see what i need more of...19 turns...monsters, or some more mods. i wanna go ahead and get put down for mod....19 /stock if there's not enough. (laso) i don't have a personnal yet but it's coming. i'm also running a synth radio so any channel on 75 band is ok. BTW..i know the track may be green by sat, but.....can i get a final out-look of the track? ( layout...what direction...rear strait or front strait..ac power...in or outside pits). sorry to be a bother but, it's a bit too far for me to come unprepared. :o
The layout should be much like pictured in earlier post; it will be counter clockwise; not for sure if front or rear straight away, but the start/finish line will be on the straight away; will have some power; pit outside; and we will have track transponders avaliable if needed. The track is being put down Friday, all the wood is cut, just needs putting together.

[laso]

I'll keep my fingers crossed on the weather situation. I for one can't wait to get outside and run. I've got the shocks off my car. Just can't decide whether to set them up for outside or leave them alone. Oh well, guess I'll wait till Fri. night to make a call.

Smitty - what's the plan if it's raining?
We will have a rain date. Hopefully Sat. April 23 so as not to interfer with Durham, but will have to confirm that with Niks Pizza. We will not run on Sunday; that is the day we run our indoor carpet at our Track/Hobbyshop. But hopefully the rain will be out of here by Saturday. It is sounding better about the weather for Sat. Keep your fingers crossed!!!!

[laso]

This might be our last post before Saturday. It is 2:00 am Thursday night/Friday morning; and am tired. We will have a busy day tomorrow. I will try to check back Friday night. but if not; I hope we have answered everyones questions and hope to see everyone bright and early Sat. We appreciate everyones support. Thanks Smitty & Lisa

[ShadowWolf81]

didnt wanna start a panic about the weather, but someone had to mention it. Hope it all clears up by saturday mornin =D

[nomac]

mark.....not gonna go. furniture market stuff is eatin us a live! but i will be heading east this saturday. once i get things set up at the shop, i'm heading to goldsboro. should be there in the 11 am range. plus....i don't like the looks of this weather. i was hard-headed last week (played in durham with all that wind..) and wound up sick. i'd much rather be inside where it's nice. tee hee.

[axrayed1]

So much for mod after all the talk about running and now you and Jimmy aren't even comming allwell atlest I have my gas car ready. :(

[nomac]

what mod talk? all i asked if it could be voted in!!! besides.....my little "care package" was well received at work. it's more than enough to last the week-end. sanders will be busy all day! asked the boss for the last time do he need me? the answer is no. so stop yer stomping and gimme directions!!! when i say i'm gonna do something i try to hold to my word. i knew things would be iffy. this time of the year always is... but like last year at atlanta....the bossman gave me time off
he's a hardcore racer too, but sometimes business is business. you of all should understand that. oh...i'll be following you guys in my car. so save that bacon/egg/ cheese biskit for me. lol. but if i drive AAALLLLLLLL this way and it rains......yoo in trouble. HA!!!

[jtn]

well, if it rains we all can still run at Rosewood pete so it won't be a wasted trip :D
Sounds like we are gonna have some fun at breakfast :cool:

[nomac]

i might need to sit next to billy...he knows how i get. so he may need to use the cattle prod. lol.
john, i gave away my foams...so i aint got none (that i can find) if worse comes to worst...will anyone have some i could borrie?

[axrayed1]

Pete what time are you going to leave I'm leaving my house at 6 and meet John in clayton around 7. I have some used nitro tires that we can go threw if it comes down to it.
Man this is going to be fun hanging out and doing a little racing in a parking lot sounds like the old days in chapel hill.

[jtn]

Yeah pete.......we will find something. I have some that were actually still fast just were getting down 'close' to the rim.
Your right Mark...we are going to have some fun.

[nomac]

5:30 - 5:15 am. soon as i get the kids squared, i'm going to bed. so i should be up 'till bout 9:30 if you guys have a rendevous point, i'd love to meet ya there.

[nomac]

well...try at least..lol

[jtn]

Right now I think it is the Bojangles in Selma/smithfield.

[nomac]

is that the one that's up on the hill about 25 minutes from the wood? the one at the stoplight on 70?

[jtn]

uh no.....since we are going to Kenly we need to hop on 95....this one you go by when you come off 70 in smithfield headin towards 95. If ya need help when you get closer call me on my cell at 919-418-3360.

[nomac]

okay..got the # i'm goin to bed...be callin ya if (when) i get lost. :D

[cheerwhiner]

hey pete you should have seen me tear up TRF tonight. OMG it was faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaast. Like right on, the car goes exactly where I want it. Hopefully I'll do well tomorrow too!

[axrayed1]

Had fun racing today thank you smitty and all the people that help put the race on.
It's nice to go to a race that is nice and lad back and I didn't have to rush and I ran two classes.
I wish we could get all the track owners around to get togather and put on a big race in a parking lot like today I thank it would help get more intrest in the hobby.

[DBWalker]

cograds to all the winners today. i had a great time running 19t. the first time in over four months i have driven a race, and it was F-U-N. :D :D it is amazing sometimes what taking a little break to do some soul searching will do to change a person's attitude. ;)

smitty(Laso)---great show today. thanks to all that helped put the track together and set everything up. :)

[nomac]

hey y'all! just wanna repeat what mark and bd said. had a really good time today! the sights...the sounds...the new people....just simply awesome!!! :D mark thanks for letting me pit in the trailer! first time in a long time i felt like an official team memeber!!tee hee. it's hard not get spoiled. i'd like to do it again sometime.
db...thanks for the gears brother!! couldn't have finished today without it.
smitty....nik...good show fellas. i'm sure next year will be tha' shizzle!!! thanx for inviting me.

bill...will...good to see y'all too. had fun. hope i didn't get too rough in the main. if i did i'm sorry. sometimes the ole adrenaline gets i bit outta hand.

steve b...after escorting you downtown (and missing track time. :D joke) you could've at LEAST given me a ride in the beautiful car! LOL.

jtn/ justin...i'm sure that pro4 will be up to speed in notime. i thing i just got lucky with mine. hard to believe how tight the car was in doo-ham, but loose in kenly.

dave...hate i missed you man. would've love to have you there!

hope i didn't miss anyone...if i did....my bad.

see ya in doo-ham!!!
TEAM YO MAMA ~ OUWT!!!!!!!!

[axrayed1]

DB what kind of dog is that you and your wife have we are thanking of getting a new dog and I want to show my wife your dog
thanks

[DBWalker]

mark p.---good run saturday. i left without saying many thanks for the advice and use of your air blower. :) every time i see your trailer makes me want to go get one, only just a bit smaller. the dog we have is a Bichon Frise. they do not get much over 20 pounds, if that big, when they are full grown. that particular breed is great with people that have allergies, and they do not shed. they are what most would call hypo-allergenic. as you probably noticed, they are a very smart breed. the wife's sister has one, and it learned to ring a bell when it has to go outside to potty. :rolleyes: there are a couple of local breeders not too far from the Kenly area that specialize in small dogs. as a matter of fact, Rodney P. and his girlfriend got there dog from a breeder that specializes in small dogs, located between Pine Level and Selma. the name of the breeder where they got their's is called Puppy Paradise. i will get the name and phone number of the breeder where we got ours and send it to you. again, 'preciate the assistance at the race, and glad everyone had a good time.

nomac(team YO-MAMA)---pete, glad i could help. :) i originally had 64 pitch in my car, but was gonna give it up and sell everything to pursue other interests. i guess racing saturday kinda changed my mind on that. ;)

thank you Andrew for having the tires i needed. :)

to all that were there---being at a track with a great bunch of racers made me realize why i got in the sport to begin with, F-U-N. :D my job sometimes precludes racing every weekend, and evertime i do race, it is a much needed learning experience. thanks again to all that helped put on a great show. see you all soon at a track somewhere. take care and God bless. :)

[cheerwhiner]

hey letting you all know I got the entire nitro main on video!! let me know if anybody wants it, its on my laptop and on VHS lol!! I'm trying to video as much as possible for showing people what this is all about. Glad to see no wrecks during this main. So any disputes are on video.

If any of you come to Durham on Satuday, you can see it then.'

-Tim

[jtn]

Hey Cheer......can you post it somewhere so I can download it?

[laso]

Hi everyone, we would like to thank everyone for coming. We are having problems with our website, so we are going to try to post results here. Mini-T: 1st place Jimmy Wilson 34 laps 5:00.27, 2nd Place Dustin Mitchell 28 laps 5:03.94, 3rd Place Billy Brown 22 laps 3:34.80 19 turn touring, 1st place Don Walker 40 laps 5:01.02, 2nd Place Andrew Kitchen 39 laps 5:07.07 Stock touring, 1st Place Pete Nicholson 50 laps 5:04.16, 2nd place Billy Duncan 45 laps 5:03.96, 3rd Place Mark Painter 43 laps 5:02.09 Nitro Stock, 1st Place John North 48 laps 4:59.99, 2nd Place Michael Medlin 45 laps 4:56.19, 3rd Place Mark Painter 44 laps 4:53.69. Mark Painter also won Best Painted Body. Will try to post the pictures soon.

[laso]

Dustin Mitchell

[laso]

Billy Brown

[laso]

Don Walker

[laso]

Andrew Kitchen

[laso]

Pete Nicholson

[laso]

Billy Duncan

[laso]

Mark Painter

[laso]

John North

[laso]

Michael Medlin

[laso]

Mark Painter

[laso]

Mark Painter with his winning Best Painted Body

[laso]

We hate to post so many pictures here, but we have had alot of request and we don't know when our website will be back up. We will have some more pictures on it when it is. Will let you know. We would like to thank our trophy girl Nicki Brewer. Thanks Smitty and Lisa By the way Guys You have been talking to me, Lisa the whole time. Smitty has never placed a post here. :D

[DBWalker]

LASO---thank you Lisa. the pictures turned out great. the wife and i had a good time. Laso Speedway always puts fun as the priority in racing. again, thanks and God bless. :D

[NCSpeedRacer]

Thanks Smitty & Lisa. My son and I had a really good time. Hope to race with y'all again sometime.

Billy D.

[Ron Zee]

still wish I coulda gone.

[cheerwhiner]

Hey Cheer......can you post it somewhere so I can download it?


dude its a 120 megabyte file.......... !!! I have my laptop with me at all races, even though i didn't pull it out at Kenly. So bring a blank CD or something to Durham on Saturday if you are coming, or whatever.

I realized that in the main of electirc, I didn't have one of my droop screws in my car. Thus I believe that the arm was sitting so low that the CVD slipped out for that reason. Darn it! Well I learned the hard way I guess!

also the esc overheating thing: took the motor apart. I didn't have the teflon shim thingy above the commutator on the armature. Plus the bearing on top of the motor (in the endbell) was reversed. So there was a bunch of friction.

i guess being hurried in a unfamiliar environment (and still being farily new to racing) I had to learn the hard way.

well that stuff won't happen again. you all take care, i'll see most of you around still.

[markallen]

Do you guys plan on racing in Kenly next spring?

[jtn]

Probably not. The hobby shop that put this race on last year went out of business. If your looking for on-road racing try Rosewood and TRRAC@The RC Speedway(In Durham)