I wanted to start a thread dedicated to discussions concerning running quarter scales with R/CAR at Marion County Fairgrounds RC Raceways in Indy...The BIG PAVED OVAL.

We have a "D" shaped oval with a run line around 600 feet & 40 foot wide lanes

Next season we will offer a sizable quarter scale dirt oval to our program.

The plan is to work with the good folks at Ingalls Speedway and provide Indy and the midwest two new & different choices to run the big RC cars.

We plan to contact QSAC and do this deal right...but we're in the growing stages at this point.

We have open practice on Fridays starting at 2pm...so feel free to bring out your cars and see what they can do on Indy's "Big Paved Oval".

Practice is $5

Jerry Morgan,John Foster,and Jason Crist are a few a the quarter scales guys that have turned hot laps at our facility.
I know a few of the guys plan to bring their cars out this Friday if anyone cares to join them.

We are considering a non sanctioned race for the guys to get out and let these cars eat on the big track.

The date was to be Sept12 but interest has been minimal because of other events scheduled in the race community.

Please give us some feedback on interest for that date.

If it does not work out we can have a race towards the end of outdoor season to give you guys a taste of the place.

FEEDBACK PLEASE!

And remember anyone can come out on Fridays for five bucks and have a test session or just have some fun.

Here's a video of some race action from the new track in Indy.

The off road track will not be in the infield next season...it will be a quarter scale dirt oval.And keep in mind this was after just a few months work.We have a solid agenda for improvement in the spring...we just wanted to have some fun with it late this summer.

There is some quarter scale action at the end of the video.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gh_BQoabhZQ

12th looks good, Will have 3-4 sportsmans and 2 sprint out of my trailer. And I can try the offroad. LOL

Thanks Joey

We would like to get some sort of roll call on here...so guys speak up if you want us to run the race on Sept12.

Next year will the slashs get to run the dirt oval?

Yes...and we will have a Slash short coarse near by as well.

A lot of us have taken a 8th scale Late Model body and mounted it on the Slashes.All you have to do is flip the front bumper over.They look very cool on the track and we might be running them inside this winter.

Count Me In Sportman For Shure Sprinter Ready To Run And We Will See If The Open Comp Car Will Run On Friday.

HEY GUYS I THINK YOU SHOULD JUST GO AHEAD WITH REGULAR SHOW AND ADD 1/4 SCALES LETS JUST START A LITTLE EARLIER THAN WE NORMALY DUE MAYBE START WITH 1/4 SCALE QUALIFYING AT 4.30 AND THEN PUT THEM LAST ON RACE EVENT JUST A THOUGHT I KNOW TRACK NEEDS FUNDS TO HELP GROW JUST A THOUGHT..:hat::hat::hat:

Slash latemodel I'm in. Trying to see what needs to be gotten for the winter. 2 sons and me. so far I got the slash, What is the rules for the slider class?

Joey

Any body interested in getting a 1/4 scale Let me know. I have 3 cars and a sprint thats going to need a home. Nedd to get indoor stuff LOL
Joey
502 643-fifty one ninty one

Slash latemodel I'm in. Trying to see what needs to be gotten for the winter. 2 sons and me. so far I got the slash, What is the rules for the slider class?

Joey

Losi Slider(Indy Rules)

Losi box stock Slider with the following allowed upgrades....although they can be ran completely stock.
-Any radio gear
-13.5 with any speed control
-Team Orion 2400 Spec Lipo
-64pitch spur/pinion upgrade

Any non-performance enhancing parts Ok...
Examples:
-No bend steel axles
-CVD's
-Metal gears in tranny

We have a great onsite hobby shop that guarantee's everything cheaper than anyone else(Pennington's RC).

They are ran without the top wing...seems everyone has a front wing of some sort(we allow you to be creative there).

awesome looking track!!!

Great video! That really makes me want to try your track with my 1/4 scale sportsman, but I'll be in New York on the weekend of the 12th for the Hostile BajaFest 1/5th scale off-road bonanza. I'm working on a back-up car that I'll set-up for Marion County. You'll see me very soon.

Nice job on the tracks!

Thanks...hopefully I'll be willing a Cat5 Sportsman next season at our facility.

And remember we will have a quarter scale dirt oval next season on site.

Any body interested in getting a 1/4 scale Let me know. I have 3 cars and a sprint thats going to need a home. Nedd to get indoor stuff LOL
Joey
502 643-fifty one ninty one
WO WO WO hold on...Joey you are selling all your 1/4 scale stuff?

Joey, I sent you a PM...

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Jerry Morgan had his unlimited Late Model on the Big Paved Oval this evening...wow it seemed awful fast!

HERE KITTY KITTY.:tongue::thumbsup:

Ha, ha, ha. See you tomorrow.

Let's start a roll call for September 12th.

Let me know whos in...

COUNT ME IN READY TO SEE 8 TO 10 1/4 SCALES ON THE BIG TRACK..:tongue::tongue:

Thanks Jerry, What class are you going to run? We will race sprinters too:)

Marion County Fairgrounds Raceway will offer Quarter Scale racing this Saturday as part of our race program.

Friday Practice 2pm-7pm($5)
Saturday Racing Gates open at 2pm and qualifying at 5pm($10 first class..$5 additional classes)

Nascar style qualifying & no restricter plates on the Big Paved Oval.

QSAC's gonna love that...

The racers ask for a race...so we'll let them race.

The facility will be QSAC sanctioned next season...the local guys are just looking to have some fun.

Thanks to the racers who have a positive attitude,for those who do not...these guys will tell you how much fun they had and how fast the track is.

Foster & Morgan turned some great laps together yesterday...thanks guys.

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Thanks Hacksaw & I put your numbers in my phone.

Marion County(R/CAR) will be running there normal program this weekend and also making room for the quarter scales.Hopefully we get a few to show up.

I will not be there because I'm running the Velodrome Nationals...but Floyd & Jim will be there to run the show.

Quarter Scale guys, if you're not busy on the 19th (the same weekend as the NCS finals at Freddies), we should plan something at Marion County if Mr. Cole will allow us. I'm going to be in New York for a 5th scale off road race this weekend....sorry I'm going to miss this. Let's try again the next weekend if its OK with everyone. Anyone in?

Scott - CAT 5

No problem Scott...we just want to let some of the quarter scale guys to get a taste of the big track before the seasons over.
We'll do it up on the 19th if we have some cars show up...so come on down.

It might cost you a test drive...I'm buying a ride in the off season and have always tried to stick with the home grown gear.I try to be that way about everything...I'm a die hard Indiana guy.Not to mention my buddy Jerry Morgan speaks highly of you and your products and I respect him and his opinion.

So I'm pretty set on a cat5...especially if you become a new buddy of mine and the track:thumbsup:

No problem Scott...we just want to let some of the quarter scale guys to get a taste of the big track before the seasons over.
We'll do it up on the 19th if we have some cars show up...so come on down.

It might cost you a test drive...I'm buying a ride in the off season and have always tried to stick with the home grown gear.I try to be that way about everything...I'm a die hard Indiana guy.Not to mention my buddy Jerry Morgan speaks highly of you and your products and I respect him and his opinion.

So I'm pretty set on a cat5...especially if you become a new buddy of mine and the track:thumbsup:I can race the 1/4 scale on the 19th, but not this weekend. You'll like Scott's car.....I own one also.

john

No problem Scott...we just want to let some of the quarter scale guys to get a taste of the big track before the seasons over.
We'll do it up on the 19th if we have some cars show up...so come on down.

It might cost you a test drive...I'm buying a ride in the off season and have always tried to stick with the home grown gear.I try to be that way about everything...I'm a die hard Indiana guy.Not to mention my buddy Jerry Morgan speaks highly of you and your products and I respect him and his opinion.

So I'm pretty set on a cat5...especially if you become a new buddy of mine and the track:thumbsup:

Sounds good Kevin. Let's shoot for the 19th...weather pending. When I get back from NY, I'll let you know my status for the 19th. Let's see if we can drag more guys in.

I can race the 1/4 scale on the 19th, but not this weekend. You'll like Scott's car.....I own one also.

john

John,

What gears do you run at Marion County?

Sounds good Kevin. Let's shoot for the 19th...weather pending. When I get back from NY, I'll let you know my status for the 19th. Let's see if we can drag more guys in.

We're already working on it Scott...have safe trip & a good time in NY bro.

John,

What gears do you run at Marion County?

I've only tested there once with your car, but if I remember correctly it was 14/76, or 77.

I would like to thank all the racers at Marion Co. and the promoters last night for giving up time on the track and letting me make a few laps. Very nice and FAST track. Thanks Zach for helping me pick up the peices :wave:. Sprint car was awsome car needs a little work. LOL

Again, thanks to everyone there for the time and hope to become part of your family.

Any body near Indianapolis (within 200 miles) needs to try it once, The skys the limit.

PS. I fogot to pay to practice. too busy picking up parts:lol:

Dollar Bill IS THE TRAILER OPEN I'll be visiting. :wave:

Joey

That session was on the house Joey...since you provided the most spectacular wreck on the track thus far!

Oh...and by the way,you are family now!

Come back real soon...you're the kinda guy quarter scale & R/CAR needs to have at the track.

R/CAR Race Roll Call...Saturday 9/19

Anyone planning to race on 9/19 needs to print one of the attachments below.
If you do not have a printer-have some one help you out(I'll have some Tuesday night at the track too).
The Fairgrounds will be hosting a car show/swap meet that cost $10 at the gate...this form is the only way to get on the property without paying that fee.

ROLL CALL:

Quarter Scale Guys...Come on Out!

Quarter Scale(Open)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

For a complete roll call of all classes go to our Oval Track Discussion thread.


Remember R/CAR will be involved in the Beech Grove Fall Festival Parade early that day...please come out and spread the good word of family RC racing.
If you know someone who races here or might show up this Saturday...make sure to print a form for them or pick one up Tuesday evening when I'm there from 2pm-7-pm for open practice.

We'll announce what's on the menu at the R/CAR Track Concession Stand later this week.

Any questions regarding the parade can be sent to fselzer,kevin cole,or wlpjr2.
There has been several posts regarding instructions and we will try to post them a few more times before then.

You MUST have on of these forms to get in the gate 9/19 for free!!!

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R/CAR Race Roll Call...Saturday 9/19

Anyone planning to race on 9/19 needs to print one of the attachments below.
If you do not have a printer-have some one help you out(I'll have some Tuesday night at the track too).
The Fairgrounds will be hosting a car show/swap meet that cost $10 at the gate...this form is the only way to get on the property without paying that fee.

ROLL CALL:

Quarter Scale Guys...Come on Out!

Quarter Scale(Open)
1.Jerry Morgan
2.Joey Williamson
3.John Foster
4.RJ Blackledge
5.Kevin Cole...in R/CAR's Sprint

For a complete roll call of all classes go to our Oval Track Discussion thread.


Remember R/CAR will be involved in the Beech Grove Fall Festival Parade early that day...please come out and spread the good word of family RC racing.
If you know someone who races here or might show up this Saturday...make sure to print a form for them or pick one up Tuesday evening when I'm there from 2pm-7-pm for open practice.

We'll announce what's on the menu at the R/CAR Track Concession Stand later this week.

Any questions regarding the parade can be sent to fselzer,kevin cole,or wlpjr2.
There has been several posts regarding instructions and we will try to post them a few more times before then.

You MUST have one of these forms to get in the gate 9/19 for free!!!

Hey, guys. I regret to let you know that I will not be able to attend on the 19th. I'm sorry, but I have some personal issues that came up. Sorry to disappoint you guys. Once I have things taken care of here on my end, I'll have all the time in the world to come play. Enjoy your weekend.

Scott

No problem at all Scott...we'll look forward to when you are able to come down and have some fun.

Sorry Scott, was looking forward to seeing ya and racing with ya, Guess I settle for John. LOL:thumbsup:

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Running both hopefully. I found the problem on the car why it was sooooo loose. fixed!

Jim, Call me when you get a break at work.

Joey

I will run your sprint car for you. lol

Sorry Scott, was looking forward to seeing ya and racing with ya, Guess I settle for John. LOL:thumbsup:

Settle! I guess you'll be settling for my exhuast, LOL!:hat: Where the hell you been, part-timer?

I might need some set-up advice Saturday night guys...The R/CAR Sprint car will it's debut then.

I figure between John,Joey,and Jerry I should have some top notch help.