So...We're Building A Track...

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:48 pm

...And Here Are Some Progress Pics!!!

My uncle is hostin his own 1/28th scale raceway in his very own basement. So far the primary work is done, sooner or later we will get to the finishing touches. For now, enjoy some of the pics.

Comments, Suggestions, tips, or Advice are welcome, and also needed.

MafiaS

---Day 1---

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:52 pm

---Day 2 ---

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:53 pm

---Day 3---

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:55 pm

---Day 4 ---

sg219 · Post by **sg219** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:56 pm

Looks like you got something good happening there.

Keep us updated.

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MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:56 pm

---Day 5 ---

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:59 pm

More pics to come...We are about to choose a grass color for the inner portion of the track. I was thinking making a track sort of like Laguna Seca, but I think we will both lean towards the idea of a Euro - small village mountain, type of scenery.

keep ya postin guranteed!

Post by **CaboWabo** » Thu Jan 05, 2006 11:59 pm

Holy shit!

I was thinkin... okay, he's just using sealer so that helps the basement anyway, he'll probably paint over it one day.
Then I start seeing scenery, rocks, and shit, and wow.

That should be fun as all get out.

evoraptor · Post by **evoraptor** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 12:37 am

WOW, That's gonna turn out to be a beautiful track. My only concern would be the rocks or whatever you're using to be a bit harsh on the bodywork of the Z. Other than that, great progress.

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 12:42 am

Hmm good point.

- You see we thought long and hard about that corner. It started with a different design but then my uncle made me realize where that corner is located, that is the same spot we will have the sofa set up (Racing corner).

Which means when the car drives by we did not want them to just zip on past us, instead the view infront would be a super fast car slowing down and takin the turn like it should be taken!

- We blocked off that corner, and we used clay for the bricks and stuff. It is not too harsh on the bodies, but a smart driver does not want to total his car right? Even pro's don't (well some at least lol)

- This makes the racing much more realistic. And truly shows the skill of a driver, and not just the potential of a car.

honda_s2000 · Post by **honda_s2000** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 1:04 am

WOW !

Well I dont know where to start sam , Its just amazing layout and I would love to race on that

Now , either your uncle is single , OR has the kindest wife in history

Because I cant see many wifes letting that go on downstairs!

Sweet work man , That's inspired me alot to make a decent bit racing track.

Joe

MafiaS · Post by **MafiaS** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 1:07 am

HAHA! She's very caring, let's him do his own thing though!

Plus I guess it keeps us shutup and occupied so everyone loves it!

cj · Post by cj » Fri Jan 06, 2006 6:41 am

Nice

Can't wait to see some vids of you guys racing on it.

Maxximum Attack · Post by **Maxximum Attack** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 8:17 am

cj wrote:Nice
Can't wait to see some vids of you guys racing on it.

Ditto
That setup looks sweet, those hairpins are REALLY tight, sure your Xmod can handle them? Or have you gone full Z?

Maxx

steelwoolghandi · Post by **steelwoolghandi** » Fri Jan 06, 2006 9:36 am

That is just one friggin great track like what you have done so far! I wish I had the room for a track but just can't swing it. If you need any pointers on terrain building let me know I have been building gaming gterrain for years now so know a few tricks!

Great job I will be up when you are done to try it out!