Lack of front differential springs to mind so they drive themselves off the track, or a band each side but the front axle is not a solid one. My fave rally car is the Ur quattro, maybe a crazy Kubelwagen could be built as a fun car for me, who knows.
@slotcarazing2 күн бұрын
We’ve seen a unidirectional clutched bearing on some Slotit models, designed for regulating the front wheels of 4WD cars. They’ve also done some aftermarket chassis that support these bearings for some older m Scalextric Rally cars like the RS200. Be nice if something like that could turn these models around. Thanks for watching!
@SCALE_RC__AND_SLOTCARS4 күн бұрын
Interesting review .I've yet to try these more modern scalextric rally cars . I would like to remove the band and see how they run without the front wheels being driven .....Harry
@ssshebees28424 күн бұрын
Hornby was a subbuteo tomb,bad material plastic. no more hand made no growing value.
@ngoditrustbeats50454 күн бұрын
Great advice
@Arlen-t6e7 күн бұрын
What are magnets for?
@mattiapresti729512 күн бұрын
There's another question. Here in the continent, Carrera 140€, Scalextric 240€, Policar 120€. Almost for the price of a single Scalextric set I can buy Carrera and Policar together, and Scalextric's cars aren't cheaper than other slotcars. This is why I need solid justification to buy Scalextric
@garryseery386517 күн бұрын
Price wise? Carrera. Ease of obtaining spare parts? Carrera. Selection of Buildings and accessories ? Carrera. Variety of slot cars? 50 - 50. Track connections and usability? Carrera. What am I stuck with? Unfortunately not Carrera!
@tonyconroy180Ай бұрын
Sadly, the best track surface which I believe is defunct, was SCX. in terms of realism, most real tracks have super close racing ala Scalextric which mean you can bump your opponent to upset his rhythm and perhaps knock him off the track. Carrera is beautiful track, but not as realistic in terms of clse racing (save for 1/16th). Takes up much more room, so build an insulated shed.
@UweKreyeАй бұрын
I am happy to see you back
@Maine-lySurvivinАй бұрын
I loved Slot Cars when I was a kid so Im going to get back into it as a hobby. So if I go with the Scalextric cars and Carrera Track, I personally dont think I would like the thumb throttle. Are the controllers replaceable on the Carrera Tracks if I buy an aftermarket controller with the trigger?
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
I’m not aware of an off-shelf solution for aftermarket hand controllers and Carrera Evolution, but it’s certainly possible with some small modifications. Carrera Digital has a couple of plug and play options that are definitely transformative in giving better control, I have a video discussing two of these. Thanks for watching!
@Maine-lySurvivinАй бұрын
@@slotcarazing I was just curious because in another video you said definitely get a better controller. Awesome, thanks for the answer!
@slotcarazing29 күн бұрын
Adapting a Carrera track for aftermarket controllers can be done with some simple wiring. Perhaps I’ll make that my next video for the channel!
@SlotCraftMasterАй бұрын
Awesome and honest review. Loved it even though it was disappointing as I really like this cars and just ordered the Ford.
@electricfootballhero1349Ай бұрын
I like how they include the passengers with their notes. "SAMIR YOU'RE BREAKING THE CAR!!!!"
@watmaakthetuit3075Ай бұрын
Great video!
@thatslotcarguyАй бұрын
yes the legend is back
@mikepretorius6350Ай бұрын
I joined a club where they constantly create new classes with a different manufacturer, there was an old dude there last week who could barely lift his box, i kid u not must have been 30 cars plus equipment in there !
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
Always a pity when clubs become blind to how approachable they are to new members. Thanks for watching!
@slotracing.digitalАй бұрын
good video, poor cars. Hopefully scalextrics ask themselves the same questions and will improve their design drastically otherwise I won't buy any more scalextric cars. The btcc series was nice and with disca touring car formula we actually drive these. But the money and effort you always have to invest in a scalextric to make it fun to drive is not a cool thing.
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
Totally agree. Thanks for watching!
@NoShelfQueensАй бұрын
Ah mate - I nearly got these but was worried of exactly your points! Can’t wait for the Avant slot Subaru Legacy though ❤ (Also fantastic to have you back on YT 🎉)
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
Great username!
@grussello09Ай бұрын
Sad to say, but I am not surprised at all. Scalextric cars are simply bad designed. Ninco cars, out of the box with the magnet removed are way better. Even the Ninco raid trucks are great....I am sure that with some third-party pieces these cars can be make to go well. But this will make an expensive slotcar to a very expensive slotcar.
@andysmith4394Ай бұрын
The scalextic Audi rally car is the one for me if racing it two wheel drive monster but I have both of those rally cars to lol shell queens now
@tonydrony132029 күн бұрын
Is it just me or have you and the video title have scalextric spelled wrong?
@andysmith439429 күн бұрын
@ check their website your see it’s spelt rite my friend sorry
@tonydrony132029 күн бұрын
@@andysmith4394 more spelling and grammar errors..😅
@andysmith439428 күн бұрын
@@tonydrony1320 💩🤙🏻😴
@slotcarazing27 күн бұрын
@@tonydrony1320good catch!
@carl3177Ай бұрын
The front wheels on the Impreza don’t even appear to sit central to the arch!
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
No, they’re not :(
@Fcu-t4gАй бұрын
really good fair review , Fly Race for Glory Audi Quatrro is my fav rally car in my collection runs very well
@Nothingmajor777Ай бұрын
Found a few loose scalextric cars on the car boot for £1 each, looks like the sell on ebay for ok money, one was a jaguar XJ220 blue number 11 livery, with lights, mika hakkinen f1 and another f1 benetton car, are these toys or decent cars? Good channel I found you while looking fir scalextric videos, very informative 👍🏻
@slotcarazingАй бұрын
They’re toys, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be enjoyed. Slot car prices are pretty high on eBay right now so it can be difficult to determine value there. Make sure you’re checking completed listings if you want to see what people are really paying. Thanks for watching, have fun with them!
@EpicRacingUK2 ай бұрын
great video and racing story... shame about the DNS..... amazing track - - - we want to do the same sort of track for casual racers for birthdays and events ... it will take a lot of work... but more importantly, we need to find affordable premises in London. We're just small team of 2 with limits. In November we hope to find something when I have more time on my hands.
@Bluepanther802 ай бұрын
Ok need some advice. Ive got a carrera go track. Is it tough to pair a better controller with this system? Also considered an ho scale track as well as i had those as a kid in the 80's
@barrykrajeski55982 ай бұрын
Hey bro I'm setting up a digital carrera track but I really like some of the scalextric cars.Would these cars work with a scalextric chip or do I need a carrera chip in the scalextric car or what do I do?
@slotcarazing2 ай бұрын
You’ll need a Carrera chip in the Scalextric Car. My recommendation would be to use the Slotit SP43 chip which is for Carrera Digital, it’ll be easier to fit into a Scalextric than an actual Carrera chip will be. Thanks for watching, have fun!
@barrykrajeski55982 ай бұрын
@@slotcarazing Dude you are nothing but excellent. Thank you
@eaxnitro2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. That hand controller advice was pure gold. We are just starting out with a home dedicated table built scalextric circuit, and we are already up to 12 different cars and I've just now ordered some 45ohm DS controllers. So a big big thank you from Australia
@Edwib-w5h2 ай бұрын
I am in the states but I am looking for a big track with multi lanes 6-8 how does a person buy a large track like I am talking about and where? What am I expected to have to pay?
@slotcarazing2 ай бұрын
I suggest you contact a slot car supplier directly. You’ll need to order each and every piece of track individually. Depending on the length of the track you could be looking around ten thousand, more if it’s very long and six or eight lanes.
@paulgreen82222 ай бұрын
New is subscriber here…great videos, looking forward going through back catalogue
@dennisjames17922 ай бұрын
Carrera make the best track .but both brands of cars are crap if you want to drive them.Thats compared to Slot it ,Avant slot ,NSR and thunder slot .
@sonykroket2 ай бұрын
Man, this is a whole new universe opening up for me. I´m old but never knew this time of pre-RC was still such an elaborate scene. Love it, never stop.
@paulhann32882 ай бұрын
Interesting video but I am a bit lost when it comes to the hand controller replacement you mentioned. I have tried to find them on ebay and only found two both second hand and they appeared to have a mains round pin plug attached to the end of the cable, this also confused me as my Scalextric controllers just plug into the Arc controller track! Could you give me a bit more info and maybe a link or two?
@slotcarazing2 ай бұрын
If you’re referring to Parma then there’s every chance they’ll be hard to find now. DS is the modern equivalent for a basic resistor controller. The three pin plugs you mention are standard for clubs in the UK, they’re 2 amp fittings based on old lighting sockets. Not mains! Unfortunately ARC doesn’t allow third party connectivity but if you’re able to source an older scalex powerbase with 3.5mm audio jack sockets then you can buy something like a DS controller that’s already fitted with jack plugs from a retailer. Take a look at Pendle Slot Racing, they carry DS.
@ungurdani83463 ай бұрын
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@AcesHighMedia3 ай бұрын
The first advice I would give anybody is NOT TO BUY CARS... 😬😬😬
@timothywaterworth86493 ай бұрын
Carrera lane changing. Enough said!
@mikepretorius63503 ай бұрын
Cheers 👍
@mikepretorius63503 ай бұрын
Thanx for that 👍
@mattiapresti72953 ай бұрын
PLEASE TELL ME WHICH TOYBRANDS are compatibile with old 1/32 Polistil. I'm restoring a toytrack... then there have to run toys!
@mikepretorius63503 ай бұрын
Recenctly started using a Glue Gun, impressed so far 👍
@leesslotcars4 ай бұрын
Great video, really learnt a lot from this
@NHseacoast4 ай бұрын
Do you have a list of good tires by scale ?thanks😊
@slotcarazing3 ай бұрын
Tyres really can be a minefield, I have a video covering some different kinds for 1/32 but it’s quite vague as there’s just too much to cover in detail. There’s so many factors to consider it’s impossible to give general recommendations. Thanks for watching
@kkumi17824 ай бұрын
50 odd years ago, the first thing we bought was more track. And, MORE track. Design a new layout,.. Damn, we're a curve and two straights short. Jump in the car, off to the nearest (rural) town. Rinse and, repeat. Spent as much on petrol, driving to the shop.
@GonzalesMichael-sx4sd5 ай бұрын
Very informative...😊
@GonzalesMichael-sx4sd5 ай бұрын
ALL 2 TRUE....BUT I LOVE MY COLOSSAL COLLECTION 2 CHOSE FRIM...😊
@RickyFrench725 ай бұрын
Scalextric braid & guide setup are weak not as reliable as carerra. Very annoying setup in my opinion. Scalextric has way more better car selections by far. Carerra all the way for me. I do wish sh carerra would give us an option of solid black shoulders rather than the red & white. Not a fan of the white line either. But carerra is for me.
@toucan2215 ай бұрын
Thanks, excellent comparison review between the two brands, to my mind both are good! For myself I am happy staying Scalextric but got say will definitely have a go with Carrera at some time in the future, happy racing
@helena80895 ай бұрын
"Profesional"... un slot es un juguete, y eso es bonito. Querer ponerse elitista y autodenominarse "pro" sin ganar un sueldo, sólo porque se hacen modificaciones en los coches, es ridículo, y da para que cualquier mecánico se pueda carcajear.
@memania-6 ай бұрын
Nice to see most of the best brands are still Italian 💪🏻
@alwaysbelievechrist46886 ай бұрын
There should be competitions on who can assemble and dissemble ready to put away the quickest!!! Would take a stoner or Elder hours to set up 😂😂😂 but I think simple is a sales pitch!
@TojuRacing-4407 ай бұрын
still running stock rubber tires on my Carrera's. But I do have some silicone coming to give a go. We may run silicone's on our GT cars.
@markcunningham877 ай бұрын
OMG That is an awesome track! Suzuka is the track I want to recreate. My poor bank account!