How about the trucks. That was another great race.

Whats up with the big race this weekend I've been hearing about?
Mike OBrian is in town this weekend , lookin to race somewhere...
All you can eat Dinner for the Winner, sounds like he could be there.

Everyone is welcome... all about fun... ...and about food this weekend I guess? :confused: LOL
4-Main winners will win ALL YOU CAN EAT at CiCi's just across the parking lot. 2-Main winners will win free food at the famous Shorty's Lunch down the hall. So if you like to eat, and you like to race, this may be the perfect fit!

I actually got my XXX-S running... still have not driven it or tweaked it. But I got my XXX-T back together and am ready to be Rob fair n' square!

The classes are growing by the week. Check out the points: http://www.steelcityhobbies.com/RaceResults/WashPA/PointsPA.htm
We have raced over 10 classes now... but usually race 6 to 8 on any given weekend. Get to the track early to get your Pit space! And to get registered early because racing STARTS no later than 1PM!
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Whats up with the big race this weekend I've been hearing about?
Mike OBrian is in town this weekend , lookin to race somewhere...
All you can eat Dinner for the Winner, sounds like he could be there.

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What would be the latest time I could show up and still get registered? You see I work until 11:00 am and I'm about 1 hour+ away, so i would get there sometime around 12:15 - 12:30. Could I still get in on the action???

Hey Mike, "Food for thought" funny!!!
Just a quickie to tell people GO FOR CiCi's !!!! John @ The Raceway

Yeah, Food for Thought... what next? Autographs of Steelers players were just so boring... so I figure...stuff your face! Everyone loves to eat. haha

Highster, you can call and pre-register... that way we have your name and frequency in the system and will not slow us down. We can try to start your heat later if possible. The racing will start at 1PM so you have the time!

See everyone tomorrow.

Mike!

Great turn-out! Thanks to everyone and hope everyone had fun! Lots of awards given out and here are the results:
http://www.steelcityhobbies.com/RaceResults/WashPA/11.6.4/11.6.4.shtml
Points:
http://www.steelcityhobbies.com/RaceResults/WashPA/PointsPA.htm
I actually finished more classes this week! And of course, beat Rob in Stadium Truck... finally! :devil:
Mike

What are the rules for the stock mini-T class. Tires,ect?

You must have a "stock" motor and that is about it. Tires - some run with 3, some with 4. :lol: But seriously, all we regulate for the "stock" class is a "stock" motor. Everything else is up to you.

What are the rules for the stock mini-T class. Tires,ect?

Mike, dont you think the stock Mini-T Oval should be 6 cells or less? Would make better neck-and-neck racing, i mean i dont really care, just a thought
Maybe take a vote or something, lol

-Eric

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Had another fun day of racing today. Even though in the Mini-T Stock Oval Main I was racing with three wheels (popped turnbuckle :) ) and a snapped chassis (right under the steering servo) . I didn't know the chassis was snapped until i put it down on my pit table, then lifted it up later and the whole front end fell off, lol. Oh Well, thats racin. Got the parts to fix it. Cya guys next week!!!!



-Eric

Stock Class means stock class!
I think the minimum "rule" should be a stock motor and limited to 6 cells. (non-lithium) I would hope the races are more than "self-policed" while I am out of town, but from this point forward, and future "seasons", everyone has to follow the rules that we have posted on the website.

We have some basic rules posted on the website (under the General Notes to Racers), but we understand not everyone has Internet access. http://www.steelcityhobbies.com/TrackInfoPA.shtml We will print these out and post them in the near future for future reference track side.

It seems that the "Mod" Mini-T classes have morphed into an "Unlimited" class. It can get crazy with all the competitiveness! Keep up the good racing!
Mike

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Can't wait till Christmas, im finally gonna get a sedan......*XXX-S Sport* hopefully, lol. I hope I can keep my mouth shut at home all the way up to Christmas, haha. I think i can manage


-Eric

Yeah, sounds good! We have a few XXX-S2's on order... We have only one or two XXX-S... unless you wanted to go Graphite. Let us know if we can help. Don't tell McSmooth you want a Losi! lol

Can't wait till Christmas, im finally gonna get a sedan......*XXX-S Sport* hopefully, lol. I hope I can keep my mouth shut at home all the way up to Christmas, haha. I think i can manage


-Eric

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Seems like McSmooth is beating all the xxx-s with his tc3.

Are you guys racing this Sat.? And if so what time?

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Yes, racing this Saturday as every Saturday, kickoff at 1PM sharp.

We have a schedule posted on the website for anyone interested: http://www.steelcityhobbies.com/TrackInfoPA.shtml

Are you guys racing this Sat.? And if so what time?

Hey Mike,

I got a question for ya,

I saw the following statment on your website:

"Oval and Roadcourse racing - Pittsburgh, PA - Weekends starting in January 05' "

Does this mean you are starting another track in pittsburgh?

Later,
Tom

Tom,
We are "working" on a few final details for a new carpet track, which would be much closer to Pittsburgh. Not too many details are posted until it is a sure thing. :) Keep checking the website for details. Stop by for a race in WashMall sometime as well!
Mike


Hey Mike,

I got a question for ya,

I saw the following statment on your website:

"Oval and Roadcourse racing - Pittsburgh, PA - Weekends starting in January 05' "

Does this mean you are starting another track in pittsburgh?

Later,
Tom

Congratulations to all our friends and locals who participated in the Indoor Champs this weekend! Key is below and Here are a few results:
Chris Vogan - C-Main 4th ST
Chris Vogan - C-Main 1st 1/12S
Matt Francis - A-Main 8th ModT
Chuck Chambers
Gary Pickrell
Frank Dempster
Bill Jeric - B-Main 10th MT
Bill Jeric - B-Main 2nd 1/12M
Kelly Bean - B-Main 2nd MT
Kelly Bean - A-Main 9th 1/12M
Scott Hartman - D-Main 8th ST
Todd Hodge - A-Main 9th ModT
Todd Hodge - C-Main 5th 1/12Mod
Jon Orr B-Main 7th ModT
Josh Cyrul - A-Main 1st - ModT
Josh Cyrul - A-Main 1st - 1/12Mod
Danny Hartman - E-Main 4th ST
Danny Hartman - D-Main 3rd 1/12S
John Tortorice - B-Main 1st 1/12S
John tortorice - E-Main 6th 1/12Mod
Bob Hartman - E-Main 8th MT
Ray Darroch - A-Main 4th ST
Ray Darroch - A-Main 3rd 1/12S
David Lee - B-Main 7th 1/12M

KEY
ST = Stock Touring
MT = Masters Touring
ModT = Mod Touring
1/12S = 1/12th Scale Stock
1/12M = 1/12th Scale Masters
1/12Mod = 1/12th Scale Modified

~ Main Results ~
http://www.nashrcracer.com/clevelan...04heatsetup.htm

Mike,

YGM......

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That would be the final race of the Points series!
Only 3 more races!
Shorty's prizes tomorrow?! Nothing like FREE food... something to race for! :roll:

Only Two more races left in the 2004 Points Series!

We ordered 27 Trophies today, and will be giving out free dinners, RC stuff and Steelers stuff over the next two weeks! We may even have a surprise visitor or two if all goes well. :roll:

Doors open by 10am and registration closes at 12:30 with racing starting at 1PM sharp.

Also, remember the last race was moved to Sunday due to the Steelers Game.

And look for Ben Roethlisberger using SCH RC cars on up-coming SteelersTV shows. We will get him into RC one way or another! :lol:

Have fun!

I should be able to make the last race on Sunday. My 1st race ever so be easy on me.

Easy on you? Just watch out for Rob and you will be fine. :devil:

Only Two races to go in this Points Series. All racers please double check your points to make sure they are in order!

The gate opens no later than 10:00 am race day.
Saturday, December 11th - 1PM Start - 12:30 Registration Closes!
Sunday, December 19 - 1PM Start - 12:00 Registration Closes!
Trophies and awards will be awarded on Sunday - last day of series...
Prizes over the next two weeks! Good luck!

Mike

Mike - You have a private message.

Kevin Minster

Kevin,
I responded...
Sent in 2 messages because HobbyTalk limits you to 1000 letters?!
Thanks
Mike
Mike - You have a private message.

Kevin Minster

Al,
Thanks for stopping in and bringing the gang with you! It was a lot of fun and hope to continue this type of racing anytime you can make it! Everyone at SCH (staff and racers) want to provide the best quality of racing from track conditions to atmosphere... and the Latrobe gang just added to it! 90% of it is just having good clean fun!
Happy Holidays!
Mike

Well, so I sit here have my morning coffee killing a few minutes before I have to run my son to work at the local hobbies shop in town , thinking about my weekend of racing.
I have to take my hat off to those that Steel City for a way cool day of racing at there track.
Some may know I race at Latrobe and we had a small group of folks make the trip to see the gang at Steel City and try out there track.
I must say I was concerned about what we would find with there current carpet. It was great we were able to stick just fine. The Staff and other racers were outstanding. They joked with us and made us feel welcome as if we were regulars there. Mike runs a great race. Mike and his staff were able to keep the races moving right along in a very timely manor.
After talking with most of the guys we were with all of them enjoyed themselves and all want to plan another trip back. We had talked about maybe once a month running down there.
Mike did a wonderful job with everything and the staff he had put up with us and was great with pointing us to the parts we needed and wanted in the store.
If anyone is thinking of making the trip….Do it! We were pleasantly surprised at what we found and had a great time!
Thanks guys at Steel City. I’ll be seeing ya again.
Al :thumbsup:

Had a great timne saturday. It was great having some new faces there to race. I hope you guys do make it back to race again.

Rob, I see you are close to a clinch on the modified touring. since racing was finally moved to a sunday for a change I may actually show up. I will be at steel city tomorrow night looking at cars and hoping to sell my maxx

rcdinge what kind of car are you looking at getting? I hope you do make it sunday.

Maybe I wll drive mikes first. I have no clue. I should be there sunday. Sounds like a good time. Will any steeler players be there? I hear so many rumors about this rc stuff that I don't believe any of it, unless it comes from SCH.

rcdinge what kind of car are you looking at getting? I hope you do make it sunday.

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McSmooth is there a water proof ESC ?

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Are you planning on getting an RTR, or do you already have a radio and speed control?

Everyone runs the Losi or the Associated car, so there's plenty of help available for them. You can't go wrong with either choice.
I don't know. Something cheap to get started.

i never planed on driving it in a pool. just in the snow

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i never planed on driving it in a pool. just in the snow

Then the Quantum2 should work. You can always do things to take extra precautions, like wrapping it in a baggie or even making a lexan "cover" for it out of some scrap body material.

for ur stadium truck class do u need foam tires or can u run the rubber ones

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Looks like sunday is going to be a huge day. Trophies look great, so many. That is cool that sch gives out awards, something that other tracks do not do that often.

For someone who never raced sure knows alot of nothing about everything.
Classic hangover race gives more useful car stuff away.
Aaron, who runs a track for people to have a place to race , gives stuff away at the end of the season...

By the way, yes Aaron is RACING on Sunday.