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Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Thu Mar 09, 2017 1:05 pm
by HomeRacingWorld
So I have looked back on the wheel sizes and also purchased a new caliper. I was off a few thousandths, but for the most part very close.

However, in the spirit of accuracy I decided to measure and update the review.

Here is the Javelin rear wheel.

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Here is the rear wheel on original sidewinder. I used the new 70 Camaro as reference

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Just a size view.

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Hope this helps.

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Thu Mar 09, 2017 2:55 pm
by bigman
WOW
That's a big difference. :o
It looked in the video like it had plenty of power off the get go. :auto-driving:
Maybe that's why it ate up the stang. :violin:
Thanks Harry :text-bravo:

bigman :flags-waveusa:

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Thu Mar 09, 2017 6:05 pm
by HRWJim
Interesting, I wonder why they would change the wheel and size. Seems to me they could have saved some money by using the same. Unless it just looked too small on the Javelin.

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Thu Mar 09, 2017 7:19 pm
by Racie35
You did a good job punching the info out here right away Harry. :text-bravo:

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Fri Mar 10, 2017 7:16 am
by TuscoTodd
That is interesting!
Definitely appreciate you sharing the info Harry!
:handgestures-thumbup:

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Fri Mar 10, 2017 12:04 pm
by munter
Isnt the wheel size change something to do with being compatible with Slotit tires?

Sharp photography there too!

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Fri Mar 10, 2017 12:39 pm
by Racie35
Yes it is..just they musta got a few molds mixed up...I'm sure they'll correct it.

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Fri Mar 10, 2017 1:04 pm
by HomeRacingWorld
Yes, thanks.

They are supposed to match the Slot.it, yes. The BTCC models were fine. But the Javelin and Porsche 911 are off.

Again, not a big issue for stock or PG tires, a little sanding had them fine. But for silicone tire fit...it's a little challenge.

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Fri Mar 10, 2017 2:40 pm
by munter
Cheers, I just picked up on Harry's discovery of uneven sided plastic wheels on some new models....that really is a lapse in awareness by someone.

Re: Wheels Compared - Scalextric New Javelin/Camaro

PostPosted: Sat Mar 11, 2017 8:46 pm
by busterfla
If a wheel doesn't fit the tire I plan on using, I take some Pactra pin stripe tape and apply it where needed. The wider stuff is used for building out the rib, and the thinner stuff goes on the shoulders. I always glue up (IC2000) or apply some Sally nail varnish to finish it off and sand as needed. I have no desire to try to sand silicone to fit, so the tape comes to my rescue and minimizes the differences.

Buster