What Size Should I Buy? Slot Car | Slot Car Starter Series Ep 1
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@thiawroane3 жыл бұрын
I've had HO since childhood. City Dweller. They have a nice assortment of antique cars, and new stock, from many manufacturers. One thing must be corrected...Tyco 440x2 can be completely disassembled and made ridiculously fast with specialized parts. Other HO cars can also be improved at the micro-level to run fast. That's an advanced discussion.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the comment it is much appreciated thanks for watching!
@tycannah42712 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I had been searching to understand the specific sizing differences and your video showed that really well. About 25 years ago I bought a Life-Like racing Turbo Twister electric slot set for my kids and found it amongst the storage detritus with lots of track and one working car that was missing the guide rail. Looks to be HO scale. Hoping to get some replacement cars and pass it on to my grandkids.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@nurzrachit71333 жыл бұрын
I have HO but am considering doing a digital 1/32 in a spare room. My track is 70' of four lane on a 4x14'. I love that I was able to squeeze so much in a small area, but I like the options and the cars size of 1/32. Thanks for the video, slot car maniac right here man.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well, just have a sit in the park and clam down.
@Illusions2020 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton for making this video! Explains perfectly the differences.
@demun422 жыл бұрын
My Wife and I were I your store today first time. It was a joy to be there and talking with you briefly. We will be back. With 3 Grandsons slot cars are something I want to get back into after 50 years.
@1976Cordoba2 жыл бұрын
With 1:24 track you can run 1:24, 1:32 & 1:43 cars. As to the fast speeds of HO cars, new AFX sets come with variable power so you can turn it down. It's called a Tri-Power power pack if I recall correctly.
@slotcarsandhotrains
2 жыл бұрын
If you are referring to Carrera track, HO will run on that too.
@bobdillashaw43603 жыл бұрын
I had an AFX set back in the 70s, now I’m wanting to get back into it.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But all you managed to do in 1 year was type 1 sentence in the internet. You're now in waiting mode.
@mjtunstall1976 Жыл бұрын
nice info, think ill go with 1/43rd as it looks like the real thing!
@JamesDoylesGarage3 жыл бұрын
That was a great demo. Thank you :)
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting such a nice compliment
@shiftintohigh5564 Жыл бұрын
We must be about the same age. I remember the HO track with rails and joiners. lol. We did a ton of it back in the day. Interesting video.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@colindate13 жыл бұрын
Love this video, very helpful. I'm just starting out, trying to decide what scale.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
You came to the right place! Thanks for commenting
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
call me any time 877-729-2099
@joshuagriffin6477
3 жыл бұрын
Colin Date what kind you end up going with?
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
@@joshuagriffin6477 he's actually antisocial. So we'll never know. Reading human comments is a terrible experience. Don't do it. They're so terrible at communicating it's as if they're from another planet.
@scootergeorge95762 жыл бұрын
In the late sixties my brother and I put together an AFX track on a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood, hinged on one side to fold up against the garage wall. It had all the track we could cram onto it with a banked turn and overpass with screen mesh, paper Mache hills. Pretty cool BUT the cars interfered with the TV. We had no cable or satellite then so we were limited to how much racing we were able to do. Frustrated, he sold it. Fun while it lasted.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
And after that your life went down into misery and despair so you tried your hand at drawing Mickelson Mouse 🐁 cartoons but that didn't take off for you. So after that you thought you'd try to invent a new type of jam so you went to the food store but left your wallet at home. You got kicked out of the store and tripped on the sidewalk gutter and twisted your ankle. That led to a chronic drug addiction and a hard life of crime and doing favours for nasty people in low places.
@darrellsomers5427 Жыл бұрын
When I was younger I built a 1/24 1/25 scale so we could use scale model bodies ,3 power packs per lane great fun
@likilikiki11 ай бұрын
Love that Lister Storm.
@johnbower74522 жыл бұрын
What you said about the speed is what appeals to me with Scalextric; you can limit the speed with the digital system so you can keep it sensible. They used to do roughly 8mph years ago when I was into it properly (I grew out of it sadly); and that was still quite quick really; around 260mph scale. But it's beginning to appeal again; dug out my old stuff over Easter and me and nephew ran a small Figure 8 with some of my best working cars yesterday. Thinking hard about getting back into it but there's other things I could use too.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
You could buy me a present of a great slot car and that would make you feel great 👍
@bobbymalta732 жыл бұрын
Hello my friend on which track you can use 1/24 and 1/32 scale please? Thanks for sharing..
@Tony2Belize Жыл бұрын
Can the track be fastened down by nail or screws? I'm thinking about giving slot racers as a hobby but one of the first things that is coming to my mind is can a race set be conveniently stored away if it's kept on a bulletin board or plywood. Any and all suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
@nigelpez5056 Жыл бұрын
Hi from England, very informative, thanks 🙏 I get the feeling you have a Fantastic sandwich shop very near your premises 🥙🥪
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
HAHA yes! You will hav to come visit sometime!
@vintagemind81552 жыл бұрын
Quality info Pro Tinker 👍
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tedulmer7880 Жыл бұрын
I've had HO T-Jets and others for 50yrs, and twenty years ago got into 1/32 Scalectric stuff with my son. We love both but the HO just can't be beat for beginners. You need a lot of space for 1/32 to have a good flowing track. A 4'x8' HO track can fit anywhere.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Agree! We just had a great 1/32nd race night last night, was a lot of fun here is a link - kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4hnybGvZLPYhJM.html
@dodgeramsport01
Жыл бұрын
HO for beginners? Are you crazy! I have been running HO for over 30 years! Its hardly for beginners!
@OgaugeTrainsplusslotCars2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@johnyannelli24804 ай бұрын
If anyone reads this, my thought. I bought Carerra 1:24 for the power supply. I originally only ran 1:24. I have since moved to 1:32. First of all, Carerra digital in my opinion is awesome. I think the 1:32 cars on the track look a bit more realistic, more to scale. Just my opinion. I will tell you this, Carerra digital cars are stunning in appearance and they run great on a home track. Just my opinion.
@Infotokev2 жыл бұрын
Great video! I had a large, probably 1/32 I suppose slot car about 30 years ago where the body had a logo for "Garvette" or "Garvet" or something similar. My mean older cousin stole it and broke it racing it at a slot car racing business in Odessa Texas. This place was an indoor slot car racing business and it had 4 or 5 elaborate and huge slot car tracks set-up in an office space. Does this type of slot car sound familiar to anyone - the "Garvette" or "Garvet"? I remember the name sounded almost exactly like Corvette but was off by a consonant I believe. And, are the magnetic F1 type HO slot cars still availablel? Oh I forgot how much I love slot cars.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well I had the get away car back in the day. It wasn't called corvette either. It was an aftermarket corvette. It was made in the greenwood style. I used to sit on the green hills and eat my lunch. It was a chicken sandwich. It was really yummy. It's a shame they don't make chicken any more. The name chicken was recycled to mean scared. It was a shame they did that. Now they've ruined the name send. We used to send things in the mail but not any more.
@x66Hawk66x Жыл бұрын
All great scales, but I opted for 1/43. 1/32 scale is too big for the space I have for the purpose of a permanent detailed layout. I will be running a HO layout as a side kick also. I think 1/43 is pretty underrated and has allot of potential to be a hobbyist scale, rather than being just seen as a kids scale. it comes with allot of advantaged over HO scale while still being more space friendly then the 1/32 scale. If i had the space I would opt for 1/32 scale. but I think 1/43 has the best of both worlds.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Agree! 1/43 is a great size thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@metalmicky
Жыл бұрын
What’s availability like in that scale ?
@brianunderwood7437Ай бұрын
When I was a kid, I had several HO scale race sets. Got back into it a few years ago. I never had the money to be a collector. I’m not a collector in the sense that I buy and resell the cars or the race sets. I collect the cars and the race sets just for myself. I have a bunch of cars and 10+ race sets. AFX, Auto World, and Life Like sets. I absolutely love HO scale.
@ProTinkerToys
4 күн бұрын
That's awesome! It's great to hear you're still enjoying HO scale. Collecting for yourself and reliving those childhood memories is what it's all about. Keep on racing!
@brianunderwood7437
4 күн бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys-Right on, my brother from another mother.
@L.J.T2 жыл бұрын
What car is the blue 1/32 one?
@ericgreen1079 Жыл бұрын
Two questions I have I bought two of the Carrera go tracks and I think it'll come out to be about 50 ft can I run them all under one power supply and also what it would be a good way to tack down your track to a board would you suggest double-sided tape or some of that sticky mat stuff I have cats and I don't want them messing up the track thank you and God bless
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Great questions, the power supply should be fine. We use a indoor/outdoor carpet for our tables which caused enough friction that keeps the track still, although we don't have cats. I wonder if that would be enough to prevent them from moving it around?
@jamisonescott23002 жыл бұрын
What is the disadvantage of HO slot cars? The same question applies to N scale model railroads. You can create a huge layout in a relatively small space. Do the larger scales run more smoothly? I know the HO cars can bounce around a lot.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Your subconscious mind gets frustrated with struggling to see tiny detail. Your thinking 🤔 part of your brain will try to reason it's way around the problem but ultimately the subconscious will make you leave the hobby and take up lying and thieving.
@rubenfigueroae48243 жыл бұрын
Very nice video, congratulations. Could you help me to know if an scalextric car or a Fly one could run on a Carrera Evolution 1:24 track? I really appreciate your help.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! that will work
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Yes they will work on Carrera Track
@darrencooper42514 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing great information have you got anything on the old TCR thanks 🏁🏁
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
We just got some of the old Tyco cars protinkertoys.com/search?type=product&q=tyco
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I sell them on the protinkertoys.com
@Jeremy-ht4gm Жыл бұрын
Hi, nice video. I am looking to get a set for my son at Christmas. Advice? I am looking at AGM MASETCH 1:64 scale or 1:43. I also see Carrera Go sets with most at 1:43. I think the 1:64 would take up less space? Any recommendation on which scale/ brand may be better or recommended kit? Thanks!
@richard1472
Жыл бұрын
It really depends on how much room you have, and how much money you have to spend. The bottom line is bigger is better. Everything just works better.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
I think the best set to buy as a great starter set would be the Victory 400 with wireless hand throttles - protinkertoys.com/products/36-victory-400-4-lane-pro-racing-slot-car-race-set-srs345-auto-world
@dodgeramsport01 Жыл бұрын
While I had nothing but TYCO HO, growing up, I had a friend and neighbor hood kid that had a battery powered set that resembled the middle one you show here! Just didnt appeal to me ! it looked cheap and ran about the same lol! HO is the only way to go!
@Rich-yj4ub3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information al video.👍 I'm thinking 1/32, easier to work on.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed HO and 1/32nd are my favs
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
great scale, Thanks for watching
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But your subconscious mind will get very frustrated with such a small product.
@keithmcnasty35063 жыл бұрын
Yea love the high energy for sure but,,,,,will a Tyco HO car fit on a 1:43 track? Better yet,,,are various cars interchangeable with the various tracks? If so, which ones? Maybe a video on that cause I can't find any info on what works with what. Your help is appreciated.
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Cars are typically not interchangeable. The only exception is if you have a Carrera 1/24 track on which 1/32 cars will run. HO cars are too small, a bit larger than Matchbox cars.
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
@@danf321 ok thank you. I've collected 2 Tyco 440x2 cause I thought my 1:32 track would work and dont really wanna open them up. I think I'll keep collecting them tho, they're nice. So basically a 1:24 Carrera will run on a 1:32 track?
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Keith McNasty Hmmm, not 100% sure. The Carrera 1/32 track is huge so maybe you are correct.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for commenting! We will do a video to go over this with examples thank you sooo much for watching and commenting!
@keithbliss66807 ай бұрын
the 1/32, is the track 1/24?
@rodneysr1967 Жыл бұрын
I have an opportunity to pick up the CHILDFORD CLAYBROOKE 4 LANE RACE TRACK 1:32 SCALE W/4 RACERS IN BOX, all 149 parts, all 4 cars, gently used for $25 ... What's your thoughts? Can I get parts?
@Slickslot3 жыл бұрын
For space 1/43 is the best . 😜
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
For sure! Thank you
@isaacjajo40233 жыл бұрын
been watching 4 mins, your energy is fantastic
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@HairBandDan3 жыл бұрын
I never knew there was different sizes all I ever owned was HO size scale my question is do they race them at slot car races anymore or are they just a thing of past
@Yellow_iron_and_spanners
3 жыл бұрын
They still race them
@johnd8892
10 ай бұрын
The Slot It US nationals was Livestreamed on KZread a week or two back. Two days coverage of 10 to 12 hours with qualifying and lots of heats leading to the final six. All on a six lane routed wood track. 1/32 cars attractiing about 66 racers. Some from Australia and other countries. Other high end makes sponsoring other races at other race centres. A 24 hour race coming soon.
@johnbower74522 жыл бұрын
Whooooooa, what was that Skoda there? Was that really an Octavia? in 1/32 scale? Please tell me who made that. edit: no worries; it's SCX; didn't know anyone did one though till this vid. :)
@darrellsomers5427 Жыл бұрын
What scale is the the fastest cars I'm guessing HO scale
@jeanniemurray6289 Жыл бұрын
Whats the best transformer and controller for a 1/24 set ?
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
That is a great question, we have not dived into the 1/24th sets enough to give you the best answer, there are a bunch of experts in our facebook group who might have a good answer for ya if you ask here - facebook.com/groups/protinkertoysfanclub
@JOHNDOEX112 жыл бұрын
So HO cars can't operate on the larger tracks. And can the 143rd work on the 132nd?
@owningmediocricy6487
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, much more room for drifting the 1/43s on a 1/32 track.
@Rich-yj4ub3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the great video.👍 Do they sell 1/43 "Digital" Cars yet? I can't find any! Even on Carrera web site.🤷♂️ Thanks
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
No, they do not. Are you a 1/43 fan?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
no not yet , Thanks for watching
@Rich-yj4ub
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys Hi ProTinker, thanks for responding. I'm new to the hobby & I'm currently waiting on a track. I have 2 1/32 cars so far. So I was just curious about 1/43. Thank you for input. 👍
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
I think Electricdreams.com sells 1/43
@Novalightningwolf3 жыл бұрын
1/32 is going to give you the best options and selection of cars because there are so many companies like scalextric, carrera, scx, and ninco that make them. Plus due to their size and the large brushes they run the smoothest. 1/43 is really the least popular scale but it is great for kids because the cars are simple and less detailed so they can handle more crashes. HO scale will give you a decent selection of cars but most of them do look toony and don't offer the control as the larger scales, plus you have to keep everything on them including the track super clean for them to even run. Also if you buy and HO starter set get either an AFX or an old TYCO set, the new auto world sets are not very good.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Great addition! 1/32nd might be favorite but 1/64th is the BEST for collecting a lot of cars on a budget.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But you're not very good also. What you must talk about is WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU if you buy product A or B or C etc. Stop saying rubbish 🗑 like good and bad cause that's meaningless. What lifestyle are you buying? Buying scalextric means you end up buying 100 cars for 1 track that's just an okay experience. Other products offer a totally different experience.
@benniles6502 Жыл бұрын
Do they sell a 1/24 scale and if so what's ur opinion. Thanks
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
1/24th is still made and it is a great size and we carry a few options in the 1/24th. We would consider the 1/24th to be awesome but a bigger barrier to entry because of cost and complication. A lot of 1/24th scale racers build their own cars.
@the_gp9_8023 жыл бұрын
I’m just starting out with simple HO
@EmHotep4520Ай бұрын
Can you race a HO slot car on a 1:43 track?
@PghMtbRides3 жыл бұрын
Didn't you say in one video aurora/autoworld AFX HO was talking about comming out with a digital conversion?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, this is in talk now. Nothing definitive yet but that is part of the plan.
@PghMtbRides
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys so I'm assuming a tiny chip to mount in car, and new digital crossover tracks?
@darrellsomers5427 Жыл бұрын
I liked the G plus cars but had a few Tyco cars that were faster
@DinoRayArd4 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to combine 2 hobbies. Model train's with slot car's. Any idea on the perfect size that makes the scene look natural?
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
1/32nd goes well with G gauge trains, 1/43 with lionel, HO is 1/64
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys thank you so much.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
@@DinoRayArd We have all of those sizes on our website let me know what you decide we would love to be your supplier
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys when I was a kid, dad set up plywood on his vegas puma pool table. It was the tyco ho scale slot car's. Nifty track had a 2 level garage up then 2 level garage down a cross track a narrow track and a track that had a plastic barrel arm you smack around with th car's. Also had ramp attachments wherever you wanted to place them. Pop on guardrails and plastic light poles to go on top of the rails.
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys I have a very odd question. Do you supply slot tractor trailer. I'm basically looking for a detailed experience in a ford bronco, 1955 Chevy bel air, 2006 Chevy impala, 1989 Cadillac, old GMC truck, transam, Thunderbird, and a peterbilt with sleeper cab and a detailed trailer. Something like FedEx or UDF or crum trucking. I'm wanting to set up a train in the background hauling certain named trailers then have at least 1 of each slot car that I ever owened in real life.
@atwoodca2 жыл бұрын
HO scale is 1/87 . 1/64 scale is called "s" scale in the model train world
@dodgeramsport01
Жыл бұрын
Hes not talking model trains!
@lawrencee.whitewhite733 жыл бұрын
Hello my friend , now they make a wooden home track !!
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! I am not a huge fan of the super fast wooden tracks :/
@lawrencee.whitewhite73
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys hello Brian, I would like too see the Maga G-+ could run on the 1/24 scale track it has the wide pick up shoes put in Vido just for a minute Thank you ( Remember you the man the myth the living Legend Go Brian !! ) Larry white
@GAguns Жыл бұрын
I just want to have some scale fun speed is not too much of a priority
@gigeo483 жыл бұрын
do you sell track kits? if so how can i get one?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@fabianrozzco54442 жыл бұрын
can I run 1:24 Carrera slot cars and 1:32 on the same track at the same time??
@black99rt
2 жыл бұрын
Carrera track is 1/24, even for the 1/32 sets. You can run 1/32 and 1/24 on it. For 1/24 you generally want the boarder pieces which are included in the 1/24 specific kits. The digital 124 power supply is 18v and the digital 132 is 14v. If you want to run both, get a 124 set, and a spare 132 transformer. This way you'll have the borders and both power supplies. The control units, controllers, lane changers and track accessories are compatible with both voltages on the digital sets. If you run the d132 cars at 18v they will be really fast. If you run the d124 cars at 14v they will be slow. You could use the control unit to limit the speed of the d132 cars if used at 18v. This isn't strictly recommend but it does work.
@randybills38482 жыл бұрын
what ever happend to stromberg slot cars i had when i was a kid
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately they did go out of business there are a few old ones you can find around the internet and occasionally we have them available on our site
@MASTERWAYNE_7183 жыл бұрын
Nice video💪🏾🔥🔥
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Too nice!
@benjaminhawthorne19697 ай бұрын
My dream is to construct an oval HO scale train track on a 4'x8" sheet of 3/4 particle board. Then, in the center of that, I'd like to build a "Tri-oval" NASCAR track, reminiscent of Talladega. I'm new to the hobby, so I welcome any comments from more experienced folks who foresee problems with my plan.
@chumps7974
7 ай бұрын
I had that dream years ago!
@clarkgene2 жыл бұрын
Can you get 1/24 scale sets ?
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
We have added the Motodrom Racer + Free BMW | 25238+27594 | Carrera - protinkertoys.com/products/motodrom-racer-25238-carrera
@grooviefan10 ай бұрын
Where is your store ??
@ProTinkerToys
10 ай бұрын
114 Center St, Wayne OH 43466
@anthonyriviello59423 жыл бұрын
Awesome presentation. What brand?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
For what size? Or you asking if I should do a video about the different brands?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
all Brands, Carrera, Fly, SCX,Ninco,
@garthpinkerton1 Жыл бұрын
How do i contact? Looking to purchase some cars
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Give us a call here - 877-729-2099, and our website is www.ProTinkerToys.com you can see our catalog and write down the car # and we can help create an order over the phone.
@darkcase1233 жыл бұрын
My 1/32 cars go sooo much faster than this, i hope people don’t get the wrong idea. My local slot store only have 1/34 tracks and a 1/24 drag strip. They also sell 1/43 but don’t have any tracks for them.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well my 1/32 car has Casey Hancock's driver name on the roof of the car just above the driver's door and its 2 milliseconds faster than yours. I get to play casey Hancock for real!
@darkcase123
Жыл бұрын
@@Gma7788 what the hell are you on about? Is there a driver with my name?
@WhimsyToyReview4 жыл бұрын
👀👍💚 from us!
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
Did you find a toy you would want to do a toy review on from my online toy store? "protinkertoys.com/"
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Tanks
@Sloppyjoe962 жыл бұрын
i remember when i was a kid we had the HO sized and they was so insanely fast they would fly off the corners and be across the room. i have no idea what brand or anything i just remember they was small like a hotwheels and stupidly fast
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
Agree, we are a big fan of the tjets because they don't run too ridiculously fast
@d.e.b.b5788
2 жыл бұрын
We solved the cars flying off the track, by eliminating marshals and magnet traction, and forcing the drivers to go put their cars back on the track themselves after spinning or flying off the track. This more realistically resembled the amount of time lost in normal racing when a car slides off the course, as the driver must take time to get back on, and sometimes go to the pits for damage repair. Yes, the cars can go fast, but that advantage disappears when you have to leave your spot and walk around the track while your opponents continue to lap you.
@modelmantstewart12924 жыл бұрын
Hey HO scale is 1/87 th not 1/64th like you're showing in the video
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
You are correct there is some variation on the scale of HO. This has so many factors depending on when they were made and who made them. I try to keep things simple so stuck with 1/64th . Thanks for the input tho! This might be a good idea for a future video and see if I can pull out all my cars to look at the different variants in HO cars
@modelmantstewart1292
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys yes I think it would be a great idea to do a video on that I myself need to learn more about this and guys like you putting up great videos makes it a lot easier for me to learn and thank you
@BigRalphSmith
4 жыл бұрын
1/87 scale is considered HO almost exclusively in model railroading. In slot cars, HO is almost exclusively 1/64 scale. This is related to how the die cast industry (Matchbox, Hot Wheels) influenced the size standards.
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Well that is a tech call!!! some are 1/64 and some are 1/87,
@modelmantstewart1292
3 жыл бұрын
@@PROTINKERTOYS2 hey thanks for the info did not know was just going on what I was told when I got in the model RR thing
@Evoskylution173 жыл бұрын
I wish we have slot cars shop in Malaysia 😔
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes slot cars are awesome! Do you have any slot car clubs in Malaysia?
@Evoskylution17
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys maybe there are, but not as big as you guys. It is hard to find slot cars hobbies here
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
What! Need to bring it in
@Evoskylution17
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys yes sir for sure. I don't think these kids nowaday doesn't even know what a slot cars is 😂 aaaaand too expensive anyway.. are your shop able to shipping to Malaysia?
@ThaWolfStyle4 жыл бұрын
1/32 for ever from Spain
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
I like 1/32 a lot too!
@darkcase123
3 жыл бұрын
Huge 1/32 fan here in Australia!
@jonnun77133 жыл бұрын
Man, I have just fallen so deep in this addiction again. Can we chat sometime?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes call anytime! We love talking slot cars
@calpearce62833 жыл бұрын
What about 124th
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
No one cares about that size.... JK!!! I will be making an updated video going over that too! Good catch.
@NamVet68SigBn52310 ай бұрын
1/24th gives a more realistic performance.
@mange0134 жыл бұрын
What is the best carrera ore selectrix ?
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
This is a tough one. Scalextric has some really nice cars that are a GREAT PRICE and Carrera has some REALLY high quality heavy duty and great detail. I like both so much hard to really pin it down
@mange013
4 жыл бұрын
ProTinker Toys do you think carrera have more quality on cars then scalextric ?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Scalextric Track b,oth have great cars
@MikeS-vb1bsАй бұрын
Up in da club, I am building a track in the VIP section called Sluts and Slots will probably do a Ho scale!
@bmac12052 жыл бұрын
They were called 'pancake' motors.
@sr-oc6lo3 жыл бұрын
Sir im very interested in slotcar it already melted in my blood
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Make sure to get some!
@davidalexander8485 Жыл бұрын
What's "HO" mean exactly?
@richard1472
Жыл бұрын
Derived from model railroading, H.O. means Half O scale, O scale being Lionel-sized trains (1/43). H.O. scale model railroading (1/87) is the most popular size in the US. H.O. slot cars are actually a little bigger at 1/64. And there you have it
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@rdykes8283 жыл бұрын
No HO no1/48 no1/32 just cant do it with out 1/24 ! why oh why are the " powers that be" killing the best version of slot cars ?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
HAHAH! Thanks for sharing!
@supertechvecog4 жыл бұрын
What about 1/24
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
I knew someone would bring this up! Lol I think I need to do a new one perhaps and talk about that one I just don’t really carry that and it’s why I didn’t think about it
@supertechvecog
4 жыл бұрын
ProTinker Toys understood...btw those fly Saleen S7’s I purchased from you worked out great with my Scalextric digital track. Thinking about diving into Carrera 124 Digital soon.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
@@supertechvecog I am happy to hear the S7s worked great! You have to keep me updated with what you end up doing with the Carrera Digital
@johnniehobby
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a big fan of 1/24. Just like with other miniature hobbies such as RC cars and RC planes, the larger the scale the more realistic they behave. We run Carrera track, which is marketed as 124/132 (but basically it is 1/24). Most of the guys in our slot car club have 1/32 cars so we run those for club race nights. A few of us also have 1/24 and there is a big difference between the two. Both scales are a ton of fun. Of course, actually being 1/24 scale Carrera track takes up more space than 1/32. It's really nice to have the option to run both scales on the same track like that (if you have the space).
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
1/24 is to big for most people, That was very popular back in the 60s, revell track and others did a lot in 1/24. carrera make 1/24 track but uses 1/32 on it . Thanks for watching . Bryan
@danf3214 жыл бұрын
Anyone wanna buy my old HO set? Box full of huge layout and Tyco 440X2 cars. I now own 1/32 Scalextric.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
Ebay is the best place to post it up at. If you lived near me I would put it up for ya. I only started my website because I started to get so many followers and wanted to get them a better deal on my website - protinkertoys.com/
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Put is on Ebay
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
I'd buy the track. How much?
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
How many cars, length of track and how much?
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Keith McNasty I’m at work. I need to look tomorrow morning.
@DJSpecialSauce7 ай бұрын
You left out 1/24
@sammoore91203 жыл бұрын
Noooooo! 1/24 rules
@27Fan4Ever4 жыл бұрын
1/24
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
That is fun size!
@dodgeramsport01 Жыл бұрын
If its not HO, It's not slot car racing!
@googleuser62013 жыл бұрын
This man has no clue about the history of slot cars.. Tomy did not make T JETS.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
why are people so serious, I know Tomy did not make T jets. I don't clam to know all the history BUT I do know alot of stuff , that you might not know? I have been in sales with 4 slot car company's for the last 24 Years. I know a lot of insider information that would shock you. Now if you would like to have a talk call me 877-729-2099 Bryan
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Now that is not nice, i Know Tjets are not Tomy. thanks for the comments
@timquilty14963 жыл бұрын
Why do Americans have to scream at people?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe a little crazy? Hard to tell haha Thanks for watching
@francisobrien6320
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys have this guy is a sales person not interested in slot car he has a warehouse full of goodies & has to sell them. So stop with the B. S. And get the f**k of you tube.
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I've had HO since childhood. City Dweller. They have a nice assortment of antique cars, and new stock, from many manufacturers. One thing must be corrected...Tyco 440x2 can be completely disassembled and made ridiculously fast with specialized parts. Other HO cars can also be improved at the micro-level to run fast. That's an advanced discussion.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the comment it is much appreciated thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video. I had been searching to understand the specific sizing differences and your video showed that really well. About 25 years ago I bought a Life-Like racing Turbo Twister electric slot set for my kids and found it amongst the storage detritus with lots of track and one working car that was missing the guide rail. Looks to be HO scale. Hoping to get some replacement cars and pass it on to my grandkids.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
I have HO but am considering doing a digital 1/32 in a spare room. My track is 70' of four lane on a 4x14'. I love that I was able to squeeze so much in a small area, but I like the options and the cars size of 1/32. Thanks for the video, slot car maniac right here man.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well, just have a sit in the park and clam down.
Thanks a ton for making this video! Explains perfectly the differences.
My Wife and I were I your store today first time. It was a joy to be there and talking with you briefly. We will be back. With 3 Grandsons slot cars are something I want to get back into after 50 years.
With 1:24 track you can run 1:24, 1:32 & 1:43 cars. As to the fast speeds of HO cars, new AFX sets come with variable power so you can turn it down. It's called a Tri-Power power pack if I recall correctly.
@slotcarsandhotrains
2 жыл бұрын
If you are referring to Carrera track, HO will run on that too.
I had an AFX set back in the 70s, now I’m wanting to get back into it.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But all you managed to do in 1 year was type 1 sentence in the internet. You're now in waiting mode.
nice info, think ill go with 1/43rd as it looks like the real thing!
That was a great demo. Thank you :)
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting such a nice compliment
We must be about the same age. I remember the HO track with rails and joiners. lol. We did a ton of it back in the day. Interesting video.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
Love this video, very helpful. I'm just starting out, trying to decide what scale.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
You came to the right place! Thanks for commenting
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
call me any time 877-729-2099
@joshuagriffin6477
3 жыл бұрын
Colin Date what kind you end up going with?
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
@@joshuagriffin6477 he's actually antisocial. So we'll never know. Reading human comments is a terrible experience. Don't do it. They're so terrible at communicating it's as if they're from another planet.
In the late sixties my brother and I put together an AFX track on a 4 x 8 sheet of plywood, hinged on one side to fold up against the garage wall. It had all the track we could cram onto it with a banked turn and overpass with screen mesh, paper Mache hills. Pretty cool BUT the cars interfered with the TV. We had no cable or satellite then so we were limited to how much racing we were able to do. Frustrated, he sold it. Fun while it lasted.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
And after that your life went down into misery and despair so you tried your hand at drawing Mickelson Mouse 🐁 cartoons but that didn't take off for you. So after that you thought you'd try to invent a new type of jam so you went to the food store but left your wallet at home. You got kicked out of the store and tripped on the sidewalk gutter and twisted your ankle. That led to a chronic drug addiction and a hard life of crime and doing favours for nasty people in low places.
When I was younger I built a 1/24 1/25 scale so we could use scale model bodies ,3 power packs per lane great fun
Love that Lister Storm.
What you said about the speed is what appeals to me with Scalextric; you can limit the speed with the digital system so you can keep it sensible. They used to do roughly 8mph years ago when I was into it properly (I grew out of it sadly); and that was still quite quick really; around 260mph scale. But it's beginning to appeal again; dug out my old stuff over Easter and me and nephew ran a small Figure 8 with some of my best working cars yesterday. Thinking hard about getting back into it but there's other things I could use too.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
You could buy me a present of a great slot car and that would make you feel great 👍
Hello my friend on which track you can use 1/24 and 1/32 scale please? Thanks for sharing..
Can the track be fastened down by nail or screws? I'm thinking about giving slot racers as a hobby but one of the first things that is coming to my mind is can a race set be conveniently stored away if it's kept on a bulletin board or plywood. Any and all suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Hi from England, very informative, thanks 🙏 I get the feeling you have a Fantastic sandwich shop very near your premises 🥙🥪
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
HAHA yes! You will hav to come visit sometime!
Quality info Pro Tinker 👍
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
I've had HO T-Jets and others for 50yrs, and twenty years ago got into 1/32 Scalectric stuff with my son. We love both but the HO just can't be beat for beginners. You need a lot of space for 1/32 to have a good flowing track. A 4'x8' HO track can fit anywhere.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Agree! We just had a great 1/32nd race night last night, was a lot of fun here is a link - kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4hnybGvZLPYhJM.html
@dodgeramsport01
Жыл бұрын
HO for beginners? Are you crazy! I have been running HO for over 30 years! Its hardly for beginners!
Thanks for sharing
If anyone reads this, my thought. I bought Carerra 1:24 for the power supply. I originally only ran 1:24. I have since moved to 1:32. First of all, Carerra digital in my opinion is awesome. I think the 1:32 cars on the track look a bit more realistic, more to scale. Just my opinion. I will tell you this, Carerra digital cars are stunning in appearance and they run great on a home track. Just my opinion.
Great video! I had a large, probably 1/32 I suppose slot car about 30 years ago where the body had a logo for "Garvette" or "Garvet" or something similar. My mean older cousin stole it and broke it racing it at a slot car racing business in Odessa Texas. This place was an indoor slot car racing business and it had 4 or 5 elaborate and huge slot car tracks set-up in an office space. Does this type of slot car sound familiar to anyone - the "Garvette" or "Garvet"? I remember the name sounded almost exactly like Corvette but was off by a consonant I believe. And, are the magnetic F1 type HO slot cars still availablel? Oh I forgot how much I love slot cars.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well I had the get away car back in the day. It wasn't called corvette either. It was an aftermarket corvette. It was made in the greenwood style. I used to sit on the green hills and eat my lunch. It was a chicken sandwich. It was really yummy. It's a shame they don't make chicken any more. The name chicken was recycled to mean scared. It was a shame they did that. Now they've ruined the name send. We used to send things in the mail but not any more.
All great scales, but I opted for 1/43. 1/32 scale is too big for the space I have for the purpose of a permanent detailed layout. I will be running a HO layout as a side kick also. I think 1/43 is pretty underrated and has allot of potential to be a hobbyist scale, rather than being just seen as a kids scale. it comes with allot of advantaged over HO scale while still being more space friendly then the 1/32 scale. If i had the space I would opt for 1/32 scale. but I think 1/43 has the best of both worlds.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Agree! 1/43 is a great size thank you so much for watching and commenting.
@metalmicky
Жыл бұрын
What’s availability like in that scale ?
When I was a kid, I had several HO scale race sets. Got back into it a few years ago. I never had the money to be a collector. I’m not a collector in the sense that I buy and resell the cars or the race sets. I collect the cars and the race sets just for myself. I have a bunch of cars and 10+ race sets. AFX, Auto World, and Life Like sets. I absolutely love HO scale.
@ProTinkerToys
4 күн бұрын
That's awesome! It's great to hear you're still enjoying HO scale. Collecting for yourself and reliving those childhood memories is what it's all about. Keep on racing!
@brianunderwood7437
4 күн бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys-Right on, my brother from another mother.
What car is the blue 1/32 one?
Two questions I have I bought two of the Carrera go tracks and I think it'll come out to be about 50 ft can I run them all under one power supply and also what it would be a good way to tack down your track to a board would you suggest double-sided tape or some of that sticky mat stuff I have cats and I don't want them messing up the track thank you and God bless
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Great questions, the power supply should be fine. We use a indoor/outdoor carpet for our tables which caused enough friction that keeps the track still, although we don't have cats. I wonder if that would be enough to prevent them from moving it around?
What is the disadvantage of HO slot cars? The same question applies to N scale model railroads. You can create a huge layout in a relatively small space. Do the larger scales run more smoothly? I know the HO cars can bounce around a lot.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Your subconscious mind gets frustrated with struggling to see tiny detail. Your thinking 🤔 part of your brain will try to reason it's way around the problem but ultimately the subconscious will make you leave the hobby and take up lying and thieving.
Very nice video, congratulations. Could you help me to know if an scalextric car or a Fly one could run on a Carrera Evolution 1:24 track? I really appreciate your help.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! that will work
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Yes they will work on Carrera Track
Thanks for sharing great information have you got anything on the old TCR thanks 🏁🏁
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
We just got some of the old Tyco cars protinkertoys.com/search?type=product&q=tyco
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Yes I sell them on the protinkertoys.com
Hi, nice video. I am looking to get a set for my son at Christmas. Advice? I am looking at AGM MASETCH 1:64 scale or 1:43. I also see Carrera Go sets with most at 1:43. I think the 1:64 would take up less space? Any recommendation on which scale/ brand may be better or recommended kit? Thanks!
@richard1472
Жыл бұрын
It really depends on how much room you have, and how much money you have to spend. The bottom line is bigger is better. Everything just works better.
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
I think the best set to buy as a great starter set would be the Victory 400 with wireless hand throttles - protinkertoys.com/products/36-victory-400-4-lane-pro-racing-slot-car-race-set-srs345-auto-world
While I had nothing but TYCO HO, growing up, I had a friend and neighbor hood kid that had a battery powered set that resembled the middle one you show here! Just didnt appeal to me ! it looked cheap and ran about the same lol! HO is the only way to go!
Thanks for the information al video.👍 I'm thinking 1/32, easier to work on.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed HO and 1/32nd are my favs
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
great scale, Thanks for watching
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But your subconscious mind will get very frustrated with such a small product.
Yea love the high energy for sure but,,,,,will a Tyco HO car fit on a 1:43 track? Better yet,,,are various cars interchangeable with the various tracks? If so, which ones? Maybe a video on that cause I can't find any info on what works with what. Your help is appreciated.
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Cars are typically not interchangeable. The only exception is if you have a Carrera 1/24 track on which 1/32 cars will run. HO cars are too small, a bit larger than Matchbox cars.
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
@@danf321 ok thank you. I've collected 2 Tyco 440x2 cause I thought my 1:32 track would work and dont really wanna open them up. I think I'll keep collecting them tho, they're nice. So basically a 1:24 Carrera will run on a 1:32 track?
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Keith McNasty Hmmm, not 100% sure. The Carrera 1/32 track is huge so maybe you are correct.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for commenting! We will do a video to go over this with examples thank you sooo much for watching and commenting!
the 1/32, is the track 1/24?
I have an opportunity to pick up the CHILDFORD CLAYBROOKE 4 LANE RACE TRACK 1:32 SCALE W/4 RACERS IN BOX, all 149 parts, all 4 cars, gently used for $25 ... What's your thoughts? Can I get parts?
For space 1/43 is the best . 😜
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
For sure! Thank you
been watching 4 mins, your energy is fantastic
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
I never knew there was different sizes all I ever owned was HO size scale my question is do they race them at slot car races anymore or are they just a thing of past
@Yellow_iron_and_spanners
3 жыл бұрын
They still race them
@johnd8892
10 ай бұрын
The Slot It US nationals was Livestreamed on KZread a week or two back. Two days coverage of 10 to 12 hours with qualifying and lots of heats leading to the final six. All on a six lane routed wood track. 1/32 cars attractiing about 66 racers. Some from Australia and other countries. Other high end makes sponsoring other races at other race centres. A 24 hour race coming soon.
Whooooooa, what was that Skoda there? Was that really an Octavia? in 1/32 scale? Please tell me who made that. edit: no worries; it's SCX; didn't know anyone did one though till this vid. :)
What scale is the the fastest cars I'm guessing HO scale
Whats the best transformer and controller for a 1/24 set ?
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
That is a great question, we have not dived into the 1/24th sets enough to give you the best answer, there are a bunch of experts in our facebook group who might have a good answer for ya if you ask here - facebook.com/groups/protinkertoysfanclub
So HO cars can't operate on the larger tracks. And can the 143rd work on the 132nd?
@owningmediocricy6487
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, much more room for drifting the 1/43s on a 1/32 track.
Hi, thanks for the great video.👍 Do they sell 1/43 "Digital" Cars yet? I can't find any! Even on Carrera web site.🤷♂️ Thanks
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
No, they do not. Are you a 1/43 fan?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
no not yet , Thanks for watching
@Rich-yj4ub
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys Hi ProTinker, thanks for responding. I'm new to the hobby & I'm currently waiting on a track. I have 2 1/32 cars so far. So I was just curious about 1/43. Thank you for input. 👍
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
I think Electricdreams.com sells 1/43
1/32 is going to give you the best options and selection of cars because there are so many companies like scalextric, carrera, scx, and ninco that make them. Plus due to their size and the large brushes they run the smoothest. 1/43 is really the least popular scale but it is great for kids because the cars are simple and less detailed so they can handle more crashes. HO scale will give you a decent selection of cars but most of them do look toony and don't offer the control as the larger scales, plus you have to keep everything on them including the track super clean for them to even run. Also if you buy and HO starter set get either an AFX or an old TYCO set, the new auto world sets are not very good.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Great addition! 1/32nd might be favorite but 1/64th is the BEST for collecting a lot of cars on a budget.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
But you're not very good also. What you must talk about is WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU if you buy product A or B or C etc. Stop saying rubbish 🗑 like good and bad cause that's meaningless. What lifestyle are you buying? Buying scalextric means you end up buying 100 cars for 1 track that's just an okay experience. Other products offer a totally different experience.
Do they sell a 1/24 scale and if so what's ur opinion. Thanks
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
1/24th is still made and it is a great size and we carry a few options in the 1/24th. We would consider the 1/24th to be awesome but a bigger barrier to entry because of cost and complication. A lot of 1/24th scale racers build their own cars.
I’m just starting out with simple HO
Can you race a HO slot car on a 1:43 track?
Didn't you say in one video aurora/autoworld AFX HO was talking about comming out with a digital conversion?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, this is in talk now. Nothing definitive yet but that is part of the plan.
@PghMtbRides
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys so I'm assuming a tiny chip to mount in car, and new digital crossover tracks?
I liked the G plus cars but had a few Tyco cars that were faster
I'm trying to combine 2 hobbies. Model train's with slot car's. Any idea on the perfect size that makes the scene look natural?
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
1/32nd goes well with G gauge trains, 1/43 with lionel, HO is 1/64
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys thank you so much.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
@@DinoRayArd We have all of those sizes on our website let me know what you decide we would love to be your supplier
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys when I was a kid, dad set up plywood on his vegas puma pool table. It was the tyco ho scale slot car's. Nifty track had a 2 level garage up then 2 level garage down a cross track a narrow track and a track that had a plastic barrel arm you smack around with th car's. Also had ramp attachments wherever you wanted to place them. Pop on guardrails and plastic light poles to go on top of the rails.
@DinoRayArd
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys I have a very odd question. Do you supply slot tractor trailer. I'm basically looking for a detailed experience in a ford bronco, 1955 Chevy bel air, 2006 Chevy impala, 1989 Cadillac, old GMC truck, transam, Thunderbird, and a peterbilt with sleeper cab and a detailed trailer. Something like FedEx or UDF or crum trucking. I'm wanting to set up a train in the background hauling certain named trailers then have at least 1 of each slot car that I ever owened in real life.
HO scale is 1/87 . 1/64 scale is called "s" scale in the model train world
@dodgeramsport01
Жыл бұрын
Hes not talking model trains!
Hello my friend , now they make a wooden home track !!
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! I am not a huge fan of the super fast wooden tracks :/
@lawrencee.whitewhite73
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys hello Brian, I would like too see the Maga G-+ could run on the 1/24 scale track it has the wide pick up shoes put in Vido just for a minute Thank you ( Remember you the man the myth the living Legend Go Brian !! ) Larry white
I just want to have some scale fun speed is not too much of a priority
do you sell track kits? if so how can i get one?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes
can I run 1:24 Carrera slot cars and 1:32 on the same track at the same time??
@black99rt
2 жыл бұрын
Carrera track is 1/24, even for the 1/32 sets. You can run 1/32 and 1/24 on it. For 1/24 you generally want the boarder pieces which are included in the 1/24 specific kits. The digital 124 power supply is 18v and the digital 132 is 14v. If you want to run both, get a 124 set, and a spare 132 transformer. This way you'll have the borders and both power supplies. The control units, controllers, lane changers and track accessories are compatible with both voltages on the digital sets. If you run the d132 cars at 18v they will be really fast. If you run the d124 cars at 14v they will be slow. You could use the control unit to limit the speed of the d132 cars if used at 18v. This isn't strictly recommend but it does work.
what ever happend to stromberg slot cars i had when i was a kid
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately they did go out of business there are a few old ones you can find around the internet and occasionally we have them available on our site
Nice video💪🏾🔥🔥
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Too nice!
My dream is to construct an oval HO scale train track on a 4'x8" sheet of 3/4 particle board. Then, in the center of that, I'd like to build a "Tri-oval" NASCAR track, reminiscent of Talladega. I'm new to the hobby, so I welcome any comments from more experienced folks who foresee problems with my plan.
@chumps7974
7 ай бұрын
I had that dream years ago!
Can you get 1/24 scale sets ?
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
We have added the Motodrom Racer + Free BMW | 25238+27594 | Carrera - protinkertoys.com/products/motodrom-racer-25238-carrera
Where is your store ??
@ProTinkerToys
10 ай бұрын
114 Center St, Wayne OH 43466
Awesome presentation. What brand?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
For what size? Or you asking if I should do a video about the different brands?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
all Brands, Carrera, Fly, SCX,Ninco,
How do i contact? Looking to purchase some cars
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Give us a call here - 877-729-2099, and our website is www.ProTinkerToys.com you can see our catalog and write down the car # and we can help create an order over the phone.
My 1/32 cars go sooo much faster than this, i hope people don’t get the wrong idea. My local slot store only have 1/34 tracks and a 1/24 drag strip. They also sell 1/43 but don’t have any tracks for them.
@Gma7788
Жыл бұрын
Well my 1/32 car has Casey Hancock's driver name on the roof of the car just above the driver's door and its 2 milliseconds faster than yours. I get to play casey Hancock for real!
@darkcase123
Жыл бұрын
@@Gma7788 what the hell are you on about? Is there a driver with my name?
👀👍💚 from us!
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
Did you find a toy you would want to do a toy review on from my online toy store? "protinkertoys.com/"
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Tanks
i remember when i was a kid we had the HO sized and they was so insanely fast they would fly off the corners and be across the room. i have no idea what brand or anything i just remember they was small like a hotwheels and stupidly fast
@ProTinkerToys
2 жыл бұрын
Agree, we are a big fan of the tjets because they don't run too ridiculously fast
@d.e.b.b5788
2 жыл бұрын
We solved the cars flying off the track, by eliminating marshals and magnet traction, and forcing the drivers to go put their cars back on the track themselves after spinning or flying off the track. This more realistically resembled the amount of time lost in normal racing when a car slides off the course, as the driver must take time to get back on, and sometimes go to the pits for damage repair. Yes, the cars can go fast, but that advantage disappears when you have to leave your spot and walk around the track while your opponents continue to lap you.
Hey HO scale is 1/87 th not 1/64th like you're showing in the video
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
You are correct there is some variation on the scale of HO. This has so many factors depending on when they were made and who made them. I try to keep things simple so stuck with 1/64th . Thanks for the input tho! This might be a good idea for a future video and see if I can pull out all my cars to look at the different variants in HO cars
@modelmantstewart1292
4 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys yes I think it would be a great idea to do a video on that I myself need to learn more about this and guys like you putting up great videos makes it a lot easier for me to learn and thank you
@BigRalphSmith
4 жыл бұрын
1/87 scale is considered HO almost exclusively in model railroading. In slot cars, HO is almost exclusively 1/64 scale. This is related to how the die cast industry (Matchbox, Hot Wheels) influenced the size standards.
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Well that is a tech call!!! some are 1/64 and some are 1/87,
@modelmantstewart1292
3 жыл бұрын
@@PROTINKERTOYS2 hey thanks for the info did not know was just going on what I was told when I got in the model RR thing
I wish we have slot cars shop in Malaysia 😔
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes slot cars are awesome! Do you have any slot car clubs in Malaysia?
@Evoskylution17
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys maybe there are, but not as big as you guys. It is hard to find slot cars hobbies here
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
What! Need to bring it in
@Evoskylution17
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys yes sir for sure. I don't think these kids nowaday doesn't even know what a slot cars is 😂 aaaaand too expensive anyway.. are your shop able to shipping to Malaysia?
1/32 for ever from Spain
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
I like 1/32 a lot too!
@darkcase123
3 жыл бұрын
Huge 1/32 fan here in Australia!
Man, I have just fallen so deep in this addiction again. Can we chat sometime?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Yes call anytime! We love talking slot cars
What about 124th
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
No one cares about that size.... JK!!! I will be making an updated video going over that too! Good catch.
1/24th gives a more realistic performance.
What is the best carrera ore selectrix ?
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
This is a tough one. Scalextric has some really nice cars that are a GREAT PRICE and Carrera has some REALLY high quality heavy duty and great detail. I like both so much hard to really pin it down
@mange013
4 жыл бұрын
ProTinker Toys do you think carrera have more quality on cars then scalextric ?
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Scalextric Track b,oth have great cars
Up in da club, I am building a track in the VIP section called Sluts and Slots will probably do a Ho scale!
They were called 'pancake' motors.
Sir im very interested in slotcar it already melted in my blood
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Make sure to get some!
What's "HO" mean exactly?
@richard1472
Жыл бұрын
Derived from model railroading, H.O. means Half O scale, O scale being Lionel-sized trains (1/43). H.O. scale model railroading (1/87) is the most popular size in the US. H.O. slot cars are actually a little bigger at 1/64. And there you have it
@ProTinkerToys
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
No HO no1/48 no1/32 just cant do it with out 1/24 ! why oh why are the " powers that be" killing the best version of slot cars ?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
HAHAH! Thanks for sharing!
What about 1/24
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
I knew someone would bring this up! Lol I think I need to do a new one perhaps and talk about that one I just don’t really carry that and it’s why I didn’t think about it
@supertechvecog
4 жыл бұрын
ProTinker Toys understood...btw those fly Saleen S7’s I purchased from you worked out great with my Scalextric digital track. Thinking about diving into Carrera 124 Digital soon.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
@@supertechvecog I am happy to hear the S7s worked great! You have to keep me updated with what you end up doing with the Carrera Digital
@johnniehobby
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a big fan of 1/24. Just like with other miniature hobbies such as RC cars and RC planes, the larger the scale the more realistic they behave. We run Carrera track, which is marketed as 124/132 (but basically it is 1/24). Most of the guys in our slot car club have 1/32 cars so we run those for club race nights. A few of us also have 1/24 and there is a big difference between the two. Both scales are a ton of fun. Of course, actually being 1/24 scale Carrera track takes up more space than 1/32. It's really nice to have the option to run both scales on the same track like that (if you have the space).
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
1/24 is to big for most people, That was very popular back in the 60s, revell track and others did a lot in 1/24. carrera make 1/24 track but uses 1/32 on it . Thanks for watching . Bryan
Anyone wanna buy my old HO set? Box full of huge layout and Tyco 440X2 cars. I now own 1/32 Scalextric.
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
Ebay is the best place to post it up at. If you lived near me I would put it up for ya. I only started my website because I started to get so many followers and wanted to get them a better deal on my website - protinkertoys.com/
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Put is on Ebay
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
I'd buy the track. How much?
@keithmcnasty3506
3 жыл бұрын
How many cars, length of track and how much?
@danf321
3 жыл бұрын
Keith McNasty I’m at work. I need to look tomorrow morning.
You left out 1/24
Noooooo! 1/24 rules
1/24
@ProTinkerToys
4 жыл бұрын
That is fun size!
If its not HO, It's not slot car racing!
This man has no clue about the history of slot cars.. Tomy did not make T JETS.
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
why are people so serious, I know Tomy did not make T jets. I don't clam to know all the history BUT I do know alot of stuff , that you might not know? I have been in sales with 4 slot car company's for the last 24 Years. I know a lot of insider information that would shock you. Now if you would like to have a talk call me 877-729-2099 Bryan
@PROTINKERTOYS2
3 жыл бұрын
Now that is not nice, i Know Tjets are not Tomy. thanks for the comments
Why do Americans have to scream at people?
@ProTinkerToys
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe a little crazy? Hard to tell haha Thanks for watching
@francisobrien6320
3 жыл бұрын
@@ProTinkerToys have this guy is a sales person not interested in slot car he has a warehouse full of goodies & has to sell them. So stop with the B. S. And get the f**k of you tube.
@mattbarninger
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, okay.
Rubbish!! Proven not to work!!
1/24th