EASY!! Make Your Own DIY RC Drift Track

[@DriftRobotics]

To print those parts faster you can replace to 0.6 nozzle, it will decrease the time dramatically. Just checked in the slicer and each straight parts will take just 45 minutes

[@RoadsideRC]

Great point! That would make a HUGE difference.

[@DriftRobotics]

@@RoadsideRC Indeed. I also found out that when space is limited , adding a timing system can open a world of challenges and competitions even on a very small track (here is an example from my living room: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIenZpWpj8yAaNE )

[@sscobrapride]

15% infill holds up just fine to 20 cars a weekend printing those "Kerbs"

[@robinkesterlives]

I just got a 3d printer from Santa and am still learning. Mine is taking 4.5 hours a pop for the 3ft pieces :D I need to try some new methods I guess :D

[@NathanStorer-RC]

Proof that not all heroes wear capes... That 3d printable track is insane!

[@halilsezer9900]

this guy is what society is missing these day pure dead set legend

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Nathan!

[@mattwatsonguitar]

You are a *legend* for just sharing these files along with the crawler obstacle ones for free. Thank you for being generous with your time and talents!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you for the kind words! Have fun!

[@timematrix]

When I checked in to the pre-made 'Kerbs' track prices, I spent a few minutes trying to figure out how many came in a pack 🤣 Thanks for making the prints available!

[@RoadsideRC]

YES! Me too!

[@dustinrossi9384]

Prints ?

[@liamtobey2936]

I think more people need to see this! currently, I'm printing out a bunch of these curbs at 80% scale, 0.6mm nozzle, 0.3mm layer height and i can get 4 of them printed in 3 hours! these will go GREAT in my apartment garage!

[@RoadsideRC]

Nice! Glad they work well for you!

[@thesolowmusic6244]

printing out the track now at 20% reduction. It looks and clicks together fantastic. Im using Sunlu PLA+ . BambuLab X1C giving me 3 track pieces in 2 hours at .20 mm layer height. Thank you for sharing! Crawlspace 24 ft x 14 ft marine carpet track incoming

[@RoadsideRC]

Nice! Thank you for the feedback! Glad this is working well for you.

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Oh man those 3d printed curbs are the JAM! I have an ender3 and adjusting infill could make it faster too. Garden wall on the outside edges could be the ultimate combo. Nice! I have a 66 vette in my 3 car garage but if i back it out i could have quite the track layout with the bumpers taped down! Thanks man!!!

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Also, beautiful chevelle man!

[@RoadsideRC]

Yes! I have them double-sided taped down to part of the floor. That way when I pull the Chevelle in and out the track doesn't move. Works great!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@BSalc]

Chevelle looks wicked nice! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@justusramberg]

How do i connect the 3d pieces onto the ground. i didn't see how to in the video. I absolutely love the design and am starting 3d printing them today on my 3 neo

[@RoadsideRC]

Most of these parts are left "floating" with no connection to the ground. It hasn't been a problem. In the few areas where they get bumped more, I just used a piece of double-sided tape to keep them in place.

[@martinvaillancourt5850]

Nice car in the garage , Lucky man !!❤

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Martin!

[@makestuffbetter19]

Thank you for the tips! Super helpful!

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ShakeHandsWithBeef]

Gonna be making a team track and for sure gonna be using these curbs!!!

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Share some pics/video when it is done!!!

[@pea2911]

Great tips thank you! what about stick on draft excluder for windows & doors (for 1/28 scale)?

[@RoadsideRC]

Good question. Do you have a link to any pictures?

[@jhuyouknowwho9020]

Thanks for the 3d print links You got a sub from me ! Much appreciated from Australia !

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Glad they helped! Thank you for the sub.

[@gregblankenship8247]

This is a fantastic video and after watching it I looked into the channel and I got to say a fantastic channel as well for people looking to get into the hobby like myself very knowledgeable very informative very creative solutions to what seem like you're going to be problems that pop up a lot across the board got to say man I haven't been this enthusiastic to smash or subscribe button and quite some time and I have no doubt in the very near future once I've seen a little bit more membership will definitely need to be a thing as well. Sorry for the run-on with no punctuation but your video just kind of struck and I'm absolutely enthralled by it.

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the kind words! Is there a part of the RC hobby you are most interested in?

[@bobclavi]

thanks alot for the files. now i printer is gonna have some work to do. been wanting to set up a track for a while

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Glad this could help! Yes - my printer has been going overtime getting this done.

[@paullayer4152]

Very cool! Nice looking track

[@RoadsideRC]

Glad you like it! Thank you!

[@thomasblair7996]

Another great idea troy,thanks alot!!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks for the kind words Thomas!

[@BROKEN_CAM808]

Thats soo amazing!! Im definitely gonna find someone that would be able to print those tracks and clips. Thank you troy u are absolutely amazing. Cant wait!!

[@igortodorovic6463]

I need to learn how to set up my nb4 radio and yokomo yd2 car for drift. I'm kind of new to it so it's all our of wack. Any videos on set ups when it comes to throttle steering and other things to help me get nice drifts ?

[@RoadsideRC]

Give this a look and see if it helps!

[@sur-ronrides]

awesome work Troy, just resin printed 1 3 foot ripple strip, 1/2hr she took

[@RoadsideRC]

Nice! That is quick in the resin printer. Would love to see some pics/video when you are done.

[@sur-ronrides]

@@RoadsideRC the resin is breaking easy and the little lugs dont fit, i will use electrical tape to join them

[@roadstar499]

I like that landscape border you use...what brand is it...i actually want to be able to set up track for 1/16 scale...normal race car driving...thanks for sharing

[@RoadsideRC]

No specific brand. Just whatever the home improvement store carries. Like this one: amzn.to/3RaTKWx

[@RandomStuffGarage619]

Scale builders guild recommended you! Subbed!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you - I appreciate that!

[@darthamidala]

My first car bought when I was 16 was a ‘68 SS396 grey with black vinyl top 👍 I miss it

[@RoadsideRC]

Nice! This was my first car as well.

[@TKRTSRTEEJAY1293]

I’m going to print these for a month thank you

[@RoadsideRC]

Happy to help!

[@LegendsPizzaCo]

Damn the Team Associated hoonigan body fits the drift car? I like it looks great. Im also loving the Onsiki Daruma gyro you recommeded.

[@RoadsideRC]

Awesome! Glad that is working well for you!

[@LegendsPizzaCo]

@RoadsideRC thank you for your guidance. This RDX is my first drift car. I'm just learning how to drive it lol. So different from off road buggy racing. Do you think the yokomo gyro is worth the extra money? What's your favorite gyro that you run in your cars? I'm close to building another drift car lol so I'm doing some more research.

[@2Geek2bChic]

Nice job! 🤓

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks! 😁

[@kawaiikeyboards]

thanks for providing the 3D print files! Might try and suggest some locals to use them for their tracks instead of using normal tapes. However the video seems more focused on track layout instead of surfaces though, would love to see you suggest what kind of surfaces (or p tiles) a beginner should learn to drift on to start practicing

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you! Yes - not focused on the surface - I should have added that!! My suggestion is always to use the slickest surface and hardest tire possible. It is more difficult, but if you can drift on that - you can drift anywhere.

[@Tyler_French]

Also what do you use to keep them down on the floor and still lay flat ?

[@RoadsideRC]

Everything for the track is just laying there. Has not been glued/taped down.

[@ayyan336]

What is the floor surfce and what will be the ideal surface to drift on?

[@RoadsideRC]

Hi there! The floor here is just my painted garage floor - but many surfaces work great. The best surfaces are SLICK. Polished concrete or plastic tiles. Surfaces like carpet can work, but require very specific carpet and tires.

[@billyb5057]

interesting drift track ideas mate *always full viewing🥸Au💯thumbs up👍👍*

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Billy!

[@spaceyrat]

Do the curbs move around or slide on the floor when hit? Do you have something to secure them to the surface?

[@RoadsideRC]

They can move if hit the right way, but mostly stay in place. They move more when folks walk on them. In a couple areas, I have used double-sided tape to hold them still.

[@spaceyrat]

@@RoadsideRC Ok cool! I drew a track with chalk here but want something that wont wash away with the rain.

[@DipeshHinduja]

Great stuff, I am thinking mini-z and other small scale racers could benefit as well.

[@RoadsideRC]

You are right! Thanks!

[@mikeprater7888]

Love it bro.. now i nrrd a printer lop

[@halilsezer9900]

My dud u just made my day thank u i am so hooked on your channel and love your energy big thanks again from down under just send it mate. also have you done a vid on OMG servo and gyro if so link me up plz legend.

[@RoadsideRC]

Hi there! Glad you like the drift track parts! Unfortunately, haven't had my hands on my OMG stuff yet. Sorry.

[@WLDHRSE]

Hey Troy! Great video and awesome concept and execution! I'm curious about a couple of things... Why did you not make the wall pieces in curved sizes to match the curbs? And why did you only make straight sections in 195mm length? Would it be possible for you to make them in half, and quarter length? (or 50mm, 100mm, and 200mm for round numbers?)

[@RoadsideRC]

Fun questions! Wall pieces - I made them so they would work for any of the different radius. That way folks could print just 1 wall piece and use it wherever, vs needing to print specific wall pieces for specific sections. Good choice, bad choice? Good question! :) Yes - the straight sections could be made in lots of various lengths. I made them 195mm to make sure they would fit on most print beds, while also getting as much length as possible. With the various layouts folks have tried, they have been happy with this - but different lengths are certainly possible.

[@WLDHRSE]

@@RoadsideRC would you have time, and/or be willing to make a few more lengths? I know that I can scale them in the X-axis to any length but that would change the attachment tabs at the same time and they would no longer connect to the curved pieces. I'm hoping for different length straights so that I can make larger corners by adding a small straight between each curved piece.

[@marcoshuerta8661]

Really nice

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Marcos!

[@Gangstatownz]

Hey, question. How do you get the PLA bits to stay down? wouldn't they move when the car hits them.

[@RoadsideRC]

So far, they have not moved very much with the drift cars. My plan is just double-sided tape stick them down.

[@willyjimmy8881]

It's a good thing that they move, prevents damqge to the car. I'd rather move track pieces back then replace parts or scuff up my bodies.but some 2 sided tape would probably do it.

[@Tyler_French]

where did you get the fake grass and what size did you get using those 3 ft sections ? im printing the track now have about 60 pieces done in 3 days with bamboo printer

[@RoadsideRC]

Nice! The grass is from Home Depot. They sell it in rolls for pretty cheap.

[@fellers1983]

Boy I wish you would sell those! I could use some for my basement track I've been looking forever and the tetsugin kerbs are super expensive

[@RoadsideRC]

I may at some point - but taking enough time to print them is a hurdle. You have anyone in your area with a printer?

[@fellers1983]

@RoadsideRC no unfortunately I don't know anybody that would do it.. bummer! But in your case ..I get it. That is a lot of time to print off these parts for sure!... Time for Troy to get an industrial printer! Lol

[@RoadsideRC]

@@fellers1983 Ha! I just need to get 3-4!! :)

[@Lukas_64JDM]

hey there ! i have a question, how do you make the 3d printed things stay in place ? ive also seen some video of tracks with a realistic street barrier and i wonder how can it stay in place if you crash in it

[@RoadsideRC]

I haven't done anything to these. I have left them free so I can move and change the layout. My plan is some simple double-sided tape to hold them in place when I want to. Movement hasn't been a problem.

[@Lukas_64JDM]

@@RoadsideRCok ill rememder this for when i build my track ! :) thx once again

[@fulltang1]

Hey bud how much would you suggest scaling these down for 1/47 cars like the jiabaile?

[@RoadsideRC]

I think you would need to scale them at 1/4 to get it close. Let me know how that works out!

[@Andy_Yates]

I'm glad you made this because just a few months ago I spent a lot of time searching for basic track info. I did wind up finding the garden edging but this would have been very helpful. I'm sure this will help anyone looking to make a home track like I was. Love the idea of the 3D print tracksides and barriers. I wonder if it would be cost prohibitive to sell a set or sets on something like shapeways or similar service? I don't know if they require any upfront investment by the seller. Undoubtedly they take a commission on all sales

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Andy!! I bet you are right, someone could probably sell these and at least make a little $$. Like I mentioned in the video, the time for printing really was the big hassle here.

[@lucasloh8357]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 good job

[@RoadsideRC]

Thank you!

[@alboneMS3]

Love it! Which 3D printer would you recommend?

[@RoadsideRC]

Hi there! I use the PRUSA MK3s+. This one: amzn.to/3Xi52dE Note that you can buy it directly from PRUSA and save some $$$.

[@chastinwickline2148]

Hey man, is there anyway we could talk? Me and my buddy are wanting to get into RC drifting. We bought kyosho mini z’s but after one day of using them both cars won’t steer correctly getting stuck to one side. Thanks!

[@chastinwickline2148]

We don’t mind spending the money on the nicer ones but the guy at the store told us the mini z’s would be a good starter but like I mentioned we are having issues with them

[@RoadsideRC]

I'm sorry the hobby store directed you that way. It really is a hard place to start from.

[@chastinwickline2148]

@@RoadsideRC could you send me a link to a good car to buy? Not really looking for a 1/10 scale car yet but if you think that’s what’s best I can’t argue. Just would like something a little smaller for like my kitchen and baseman for now. But like I said I’m open to whatever your suggestions may be. Also if you have venmo or something I don’t mind sending a donation for your help. Thanks for your help!

[@RoadsideRC]

@@chastinwickline2148 Honestly, I do not suggest any of the smaller scale vehicles. They just really are not good. The 1:10 RTRs are your best starting spot. Here is a guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4PQpotqYrqBo6c

[@chastinwickline2148]

@@RoadsideRC thank you sir. That’s a big help. Awd or rwd or does it matter? Thank you again

[@mitworlikar5232]

Hey I am looking to build a drift track of around 150 sqft it will be great if you help us out

[@RoadsideRC]

How do you need my help?

[@mitworlikar5232]

@@RoadsideRCcan you share any track layouts ?

[@mitworlikar5232]

@@RoadsideRCand what cars should suit me good as a rookie I want it to be easy to Handle and I can learn easilu

[@RoadsideRC]

@@mitworlikar5232 When I make my track layouts, I first look at Google and see what others have done. Then match that up to the size of your space to see if it is feasible.

[@RoadsideRC]

@@mitworlikar5232 That is a much more complicated question. To start - how much previous RC experience do you have? And is there a local drift community near you?

[@therchotspot]

So cool!

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks!

[@washed1337.]

what is a scale of your car

[@RoadsideRC]

It is 1:10 - that is the most common in drifting.

[@phuhque6724]

As I'm watching this, I'm thinking, it would be really cool if we could have some kind of track builder app set to a grid that would help visualize and calculate the amount of pieces needed to Make a track, and all the measurements and diameters

[@RoadsideRC]

Oh - that is a REALLY good idea. I did a lot of trial-and-error to piece what I have together.

[@robinkesterlives]

I don't own a 3d printer, is there a 3d print service online you recommend for printing these Troy? Or maybe someone in the community who wants to do it for me lol :D Great idea, I had a feeling when you first showed some of these on the desk. I could see the drift clips getting revisions to click to the track pieces as well. I have been makign my own clips using poly tubes, magnets and cute little bells lol :D

[@RoadsideRC]

Robin! Great idea on revising the drift clips to hook in there. I might just do that!!!! I think the best bet is getting someone local to print them for you. Not sure about online printing services - but maybe someone does it.

[@robinkesterlives]

@@RoadsideRC I was going to try a few online services to see who was the best option. Currently have a list of a few places. I figure if I can get them 3d printed affordably, it will help others too. :D

[@mika_models]

Uuh! Nice👍

[@RoadsideRC]

Thanks Mika!! Special member preview for you!

[@Jason_Voorhees.]

I randomly bought a team associated apex lexus isf edition with box and everything. Even came with the box and manual and it was barely even used, had the oem wheels and tires on it still with around 80% tread left on them for only 120 bucks on offer up lol I bought some drift tires for 10 bucks on ebay and after 20 minutes i decided it is time to build a new age rwd drifter...smh, here goes more money

[@RoadsideRC]

Yep - you have taken the same path as many before you. :) Good luck on the next part of the journey, and let me know if you have any questions!

[@kellykuretich6366]

👍👍😁😁

[@hughzimmerman3518]

Promo SM 👏