Watkins Glen in Wood Update - Pedestrian Bridge for TrakMate

[73emgee]

This is my first attempt to fit the 3.4 miles of Watkins Glen International into my available basement real estate. I used the actual turn radius from a 1971 survey of the actual track when it was expanded to include the "Boot". All dimensions from the survey blueprints have been scaled down to fit the space available and to avoid interference with the lally column. The track is temporarily resting on the bench work joists and only in joint has been completed. Eventually the track will raised to the actual scaled down elevations from the surveys. I'm encouraged that it seems to fit the space, but much work remains before running any laps.

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"The Boot"
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[HomeRacingWorld]

What an interesting track project. Looks like you have a great start.

[scatman]

Looking forward to more pics. Someone is going to have a Happy New Year.

[CJR]

Awesome!

[dreinecke]

I have my popcorn ready - epic build on the way - I can just feel it!

Love WG!

[RV Racing]

A great project! Many real-world road courses don't seem to translate well to slot car layouts, but I think you've got a winner here. It's a track with such a rich history in racing and so many scenic possibilities (for authenticity, you really will need a car or bus burning in the Bog <g>). Well done!

Rick V.

[bobbyraz49]

That looks great !!! I'll be awaiting more pictures.

I live a couple hours west of The Glen in Buffalo. I have been there a few times and it RULES !

[Fast Co.]

Great start! I'll be watching this one develop...

[73emgee]

[bobbyraz49]

[Audi1]

Looks great; nice start! Modeling the Glen is a cool idea. How many lanes do you plan on? Copper tape or recessed braid? What's the overall footprint?

Allan

[73emgee]

[BARC 1]

Nice quality work. I will watch along with interest.

Cheers


Dan

[Broman62]

Welcome to the wonderful world of HRW 73!! And looks to be a great start on the wooden one!! Will be watching!!

[dreinecke]

Progress thus far looks great!