WOW Joe that was awesome! I thought I was ready to buy my starter set and get going. BUT! You nailed it. My credit card will melt down along with my wife and still I will want more, more MORE. I love this hobby. 😆🤔🤣

@IrrerasCarrera

19 күн бұрын

@@boykinater Thanks Man. I've melted two cards so far but still married....for now lolll

Totally agree. I also bought these 5 items along with the track set. They are a must have for sure. I would also add the software trackplanner (Autorennbahnplaner) along with the C3D-Viewer for testing track layouts on the computer before building them.

@IrrerasCarrera

3 ай бұрын

Good addition, didn't think of the track planner. Thanks so much

Good video, yes all essential really to get the best out of the digital system, although I would say the Truspeed controller (and an extension wire) is a better upgrade than the wireless controller :)

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Yeah, I had thought of that but I Didn't want to get into the one vs the other... but Should of mentioned both. Thanks Dave :)

Great video for newer Racers!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks Dan

Totally agree on your points Even a small track needs a check lane as it adds more immersion into the digital world plus it’s on the Smart race app so why not

@IrrerasCarrera

Ай бұрын

Yeah man! Thanks for commenting. Glad you liked it

I'm a Scalextric guy but, I plan on a second track, a Carrera one, so this video is valuable! Thank you!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Glad it was of help :)

I needed this video.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Im glad you liked it

Thank you for the inspiring video!!!!!!!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words

Great advice. I eventually purchased all the stuff you talked about. I have only noticed wireless laitance is on first throttle press. after that there is no problem. If your just having fun with friends $250 controllers are not required. I also removed a lot of my guard rail in favor of shoulders.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Great stuff! the delay might be from the controllers in sleep mode. Once the start/ all lights are on, I usually tell the racers to press the throttle to make sure they are out of sleep mode. I do find that one of my controllers still lags. It could be cause of frequency interference from my studio lights. Just a thought. Thanks for your comments :)

@LOBmcguire

4 ай бұрын

I found my wifi router interfering with the controller. Once I changed the wifi settings the inference stopped.@@IrrerasCarrera

Great video and things to know :)

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks brother

Joe you nailed it buddy!! Agree with all. I shake my head when I see guardrails and no shoulders. Just me and no disrespect. Catch fence is a great addition not just to protect cars from flying off but makes the track look better. Thanks for the video!!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for checking out my video and commenting. Everything I post is based on my opinion and experiences. Never any disrespect intended. This space is a safe place. I Encourage everyone to keep the convo going and share their opinions. Thanks again brother, glad you liked it

Good Video, go for more! For me, some curves of radius 2, 3 and 4 are very Important too, also on short tracks. Brings some more challenge and fluent course.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely, upgrading the curves is an eventual purchase. Thanks!

Awesome! Shared to my fb page !

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Thanks for recommending SmartRace! 🙂

@IrrerasCarrera

2 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to the hobby.

O man It's a good thing we went analog! Seriously good info I agree with the borders and the controllers you have to well I would have to have the trigger type I can't stand the thumb style!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks guys, always good to hear from you :)

great video, thanks, subbed

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Great video. If you do want wireless I’d definitely recommend the frankenslot v3.18 controllers so much smoother and adjustable then the Carrera ones and you can use the wired or wireless.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip. Im definitely looking into it :)

Good video, I agree with everything except that i still use the Carrera Wireless controllers

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

I'm still using them now. They do the job. Unfortunately all three of them perform differently. It can get annoying but this is my experience. Thanks so much for commenting.

the only thing i do not have is the check lane,first thing i added was the pitlane and start lights. both my sets came with wireless controllers,the only thing i did next was add some lights and scenery to the track

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Sweet, thanks for sharing!

👍

Hahaha Joe, loved the bloopers at the end... they hit hard 🤣 I have my fair share of moments during filming... Great video as always man! P.S. Also, just got your email from awhile ago... so sorry 🤣

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

No worries brother!!! Thanks so much. I like exposing my air brain over thinking everything. Plus, its all scripted so theres no reason it should take me so long lolll

@SlotCarHooligan

4 ай бұрын

@@IrrerasCarreraLol, I think the same sometimes, but once you get in front of the camera it can still all go to @$#% so I feel you! 🤣

Agreed.

3:18 I’m making all of my additional shoulders out of foam board and covering them with joint compound. At certain corners, I’m angling them so that they act as rumble strips. In other spots, I’m making them smooth and glossy- if your car goes wide on those spots, it’s more likely to deslot.

@IrrerasCarrera

3 ай бұрын

Hey that's great, I'd love to see a video of that. The benefit of making your own addons is the customization you can get for your needs. I'm not that crafty. Right on!

@wjspade

3 ай бұрын

@@IrrerasCarrera I’ve taken a LOT of inspiration from @BoonesSlotCarGarage, @garagemakerguy1808, & @KenSchmud. I’m nowhere near Boone’s level of detail and realism, but I’m having fun with adding to the realism of the track as well as track hacks. I knew I didn’t want my track sitting above the grade of the table and was planning on tracing the entire track and routing it out. Using foamboard and joint compound is a genius solution; especially if you know a little about finishing cement. You can texture it however you want. I’m looking forward to adding some gravel traps soon!

@wjspade

3 ай бұрын

@@IrrerasCarrera kzread.info/dash/bejne/gJOClM9ymLPHl6Q.htmlsi=gekvDySxLg1n_ajh In this video, Boone creates rumble strips that are really more of a curb. I used a similar technique, but I cut it pretty flat and where it goes around the track and left it about 1/8” above track level. After laying it out with a soldering iron, I used an x-acto knife to cut the top of my rumble strip section into a sort of saw tooth pattern. It sounds really neat when cars slide wide and run over the rumble strips. It also takes some of the advantage out of the outside lane. (As opposed to just letting cars wall-ride like Ross Chastain at Martinsville.)

I just picked up the last thing on this list. Check Mark!

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Good, now I can see what im missing out on but on your dollar🤣 JK Brother Im sure you'll enjoy racing that much more. Congrats

Great choices brother! #slotcarsareback

@PNWSlotcarDad

4 ай бұрын

I'm also adding on to my pit lanes when I get them, the fuel meters. Those probably would go hand in hand too, but sold separately.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

@@PNWSlotcarDad the smart race app gives you fuel meters built in. However, I Love the way they look on the table. Also, if you turn the fuel option off they turn into rpm gauge. So cool. Happy racing and thanks for commenting.

@PNWSlotcarDad

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips brother!

My opinion 1: ok 2: All smart race options are paid, I suggest starting with open lap (free) 3: ok 4: the Carrera controls are all terrible, invest your money on a good controller(scp2, truspeed, frankenslot.....) 5: ok 6: ok

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Your opinion is as valid as anyone else. I'm glad we can have this convo and I Appreciate your input. Everyone brings their own experience to the table and that's what I love about this hobby. Thanks so much

Good one if could add something it would be a Roo A big one 😂

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

That would make for a great video. Racing and holding back a kangaroo at the same time 😂

@SewfastSpeedway

4 ай бұрын

Good video Joe. I agree on all points except the Carrera controller I’m a trigger man, can’t stand the thumb controller. I’ve set a alarm for Saturday morning, I’ll be there 👍

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! get that coffee machine ready lol@@SewfastSpeedway

@SlotCraftMaster

4 ай бұрын

Ha ha ha I meant to write room 🤣

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

@@SlotCraftMaster omg I feel like a dork 😂😂😂

The problem with wireless controllers is latency. For a home track for fun, the freedom of wireless controllers are cool, but even though the latency isn't much or that noticeable, it becomes apparent when you are "professional" racing. I would go with wired controllers and just get a cord extender. As for all the other things you suggested does make good sense.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for commenting. Pro controllers are on their way ;)

@PaleAle-kg7gz

4 ай бұрын

The Carrera wireless do have lag issues. I haven’t noticed any with the frankenslot ones run v3.18. Plus you can plug them into if you want. I haven’t seen anyone run a Carrera track for professional use. All are wood track that I’ve seen.

Your discord link expired.

@IrrerasCarrera

4 ай бұрын

Thank you I will fix that here is the new one for now discord.com/invite/vBnGQhgt