SATURDAY – JAN 17th 2026
Mail In Deadline THURSDAY 15th
Any donations for this event can be sent here.
SUPPORT THOSE THAT SUPPORT YOU! Thank you to our race sponsors who GIVE BACK to YOU the enthusiast.
LIMIT ONE CAR PER CLASS
(One Sportsman One Strangebrew Mods)
This race event is all about the great circle track racers many of us grew up watching.
We have our own versions of these legendary cars here at the Show-Me Speedway in 1/32nd scale, and we invite YOU to join in the fun!
This event is ran by a different approach than others you might see.
Many “proxy” type races focus on speed/performance above all else.
Such is not the case for this event and it’s important you understand that before deciding to enter.
| INTRODUCTION |
1. – This is a scale modeling event. The actual modeling and appearance of the cars are on equal terms as performance. Almost any racer can make a car go fast. An enthusiast can make them go fast in style.
2. – This is a ONE TRACK ONLY event. This is a simple “FUN RUN” at only our track. Once the race is completed, your models are returned.
3. – Three Contests – One Big Fun Run. You win by participation. Bragging rights is your reward if you come in first. No official prizes. (Always a surprise though)
4. – Entry Fee – $10.00. You can simply DONATE HERE for these. If you are sending from outside the continental USA, we will work with that as well.
| List of Events |
SHOW-ME SHAKEDOWN – Test and Tune
Held the Friday before the event. We test every model and report live on the forum.
***IMPORTANT***
I do not have the time to rebuild your car. We will test the model and if it runs then that is how it will race. In other words: take your time and setup your car properly.
“Best In Show” – The modeling portion of the event where your models will be photographed and a page for them created. Then all the models will be judged by the discerning members of our forum and the results posted.
“FAST LAP SHOOTOUT”. Your models will be timed in one lane and the best overall time winner will be posted.
“The Showdown” – The cars will be ran in a rotation format. Drivers will be stationary.
Our Track Info
Tires will be cleaned (deglazed) using simple sponge material that has a 50% alcohol/Water mix .
Performing this between heats simply gives the cars the maximum traction.
“A clean tire is a happy tire”
| 1/32 Race Divisions
1. Sportsman – The standard full fender body styles. We are combining the older classics with modern late models. 2. StrangeBrew Modifieds – The famous modified series. Inspired by the modeling of our own “Strangebrew” Dave. |
Sportsman Series Examples
YEARS 1954 – 1990 American Sedan
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APPROVED BODIES FOR SPORTSMAN CLASS ALL NEW 3A3D and other 3D resin prints approved. Check the link at Slot Car Corner for availability. Atlantis 1/32 Models Not the drag models but Nova, Camaro, Firebird etc. AMT Scale Stars Thunderbird. – Carrera Classic NASCAR Ford Torino, Plymouth Road Runner, Dodge Charger. *** No Wing Cars *** – Carrera 57 Chevrolet, 60 Plymouth, 70 Chevelle, early release GTO, Mustang – Revell/Monogram Classic NASCAR – Galaxies, GTX, Charger, Fairlanes, Vintage 69 Nova kit – Scalextric -70 Camaro, 69 Camaro, 69/70 Mustangs, Challenger, Cougar, 69 Charger, 72 Torino – Pioneer Charger/Mustang/Camaro – SRP 55 Chevy, 56 Ford, 70 Chevelle, 69 Nova, 57 Nomad – SCX Cuda – MT Racing Resins – 70/71 USAC Racer, 69 Nova Sportsman, 65 Shovelle, Late Model 69 Chevelle. ASA Camaro, Mustang & Firebird – Gunze Sangyo – 57 Chevy hard top, 59 Chevy hardtop – Revell Snap-Tite – 55 Chevy, 69 Camaro, 70 Mustang, GTO, 78 Camaro, Firebird – RMS Resins Nova II, 65 Fury, 65 Galaxie, 66 Chevelle, 65 Impala, 63 Falcon, 67 Cougar, 68 Camaro, 68 Firebird, 70 Challenger, 70 Camaro, 70 Cuda, NEW CHEVELLE & DUSTER – Skunkworks ShapeShifter – Buick LM, 7123 Camaro, AM Camaro, 65 Ford, MA Cuda, New Bodies as available. NO CLEAR/LEXAN/POLY type bodies. NO El Caminos, Nomad or other station wagons, Trucks, Cadillacs, Lincolns, Hearse, VW’s, Ambulances, etc. Not sure? ASK. Or Google is your friend. |
IF you decide to 3D print your own body, you must contact us first.
You will give us the year and model, and make sure it is to 1/32nd scale standards. This will make it very clear that there will be no printing of undersized models.
Strangebrew Modifieds Series Examples
Modified Division Bodies
This is a special series that could include many different body styles. See the above photo for examples. If you truly want to enter a model in this division, please contact me with your body style idea. I will ask that your common sense should guide you first. Researching the classic modifieds will give you 1000’s of ideas. And don’t forget CLASSIC.
1925 – 1990 will be the cutoff year for bodies.
Modified Body Guidelines
Bodies must be as close to 1/32nd scale as possible. Body shapes should resemble the many prototypes easily researched.
American 2 door or 4 door sedans. Example: 40 Ford Sedan allowed. Cut down 57 Chevy Nomad allowed.
Interior: Must have driver, dash, steering wheel, roll cage detail.
Glass or screen in front windscreen area. Optional sides/rear.
Body Clearance To Track: 3/32″ is a good minimum
Sportsman Body Modeling Guidelines
Body Height: Keep it stock. Original A/B pillars intact, in other words no low rider/rat rod chopped tops.
Body Width: Keep it stock. You can add flares if you want for scale appearance, but no narrowing of the stock body shell.
MAX Body Width: 2 5/8“. This applies to models with flaring. In other words, no wider than the allowed track width which is 2 5/8″
Body Style: I’ll repeat because some folks….American hardtops cars. No convertibles. No Station Wagons. No Trucks, Vans, SUV’s, Zamboni’s, Semi’s, Street Sweepers, etc. Common sense time.
This is NOT A STREET ROD class. It is an OVAL RACING SERIES.
Body Clearance To Track: 3/32″ is a good minimum. Front spoiler, if used, at 3/32nd. This will make sure the bodies/spoiler do not drag the track.
If during testing your model drags our track surface, I will contact you. I do not have the time to rebuild every car that comes in. If it cannot be a quick shim fix it WILL be a DQ unfortunately.
Must keep all fenders. This isn’t the modifieds. Enlarging/Flaring ok but must keep outer and top edge. See above model photo examples or search late model sportsman. Pinterest is excellent source.
Interior: Must have a driver, dash, steering wheel, roll cage detail. NO pre-molded lexan types.
Windows: Front needs glass or screen, your choice. Sides and rear optional.
Bumpers: Stock or you can replace them with custom/brass. Again, let realism guide you.
Side Bars: Allowed but cannot be wider than the outer sidewall of tires. (2 5/8″)
Chassis Modeling Guidelines
Both Divisions
CHASSIS
Brass/Steel Wire Chassis. From scratch, but forged or stamped brass motor brackets and guide tongues are allowed.
INLINE ONLY
USE THE LATEST SHOWDOWN CHASSIS KIT HERE:
Offset motor configuration allowed.
No Slot.it pods or other plastic/3D/hybrid combos.
2 Wheel Drive Only. Only 4 Wheels.
Chassis to Track Clearance: 3/32″
MAX Track Width: 2 5/8″ from sidewall to sidewall.
Stagger is allowed. In other words you can run a 15×8 on the left front and a larger size on the right front, just adhere to the width maximum.
Running Gear
The goal is to create as close of a field as possible.
Door to door action is the most fun as any enthusiast will tell you. The large body and chassis designs allow for almost unlimited creativity that does impact the performance.
Our own models at HRW will be:
Inline configuration
9 tooth pinion, 27 or 28 tooth crown
CB Design 15×10 size wheels
Paul Gage 22166FF tires all around
Sloting Plus guide
WHEELS
WHEEL AND TIRE SIZES
C.B. Design 15×8, 15×10, 15×11 ONLY
(Insert, Stock Car, 5 Spoke Racing, F1/MOD, & Classic Steel)
If insert wheel used USE AN INSERT
Wheel size chart for reference:
Quick PG Tire selection:
15×10 uses 22166FF
15×11 uses 22168F
Sloti.it 15×8 Aluminum, Slot.it Plastic 15×8 – Just in case you want to use them up front.
The minimum size wheel/tire combination is 15×8 with PG 21125 tires.
This is for the LEFT FRONT only to simulate a “pony” wheel on the modifieds.
Scratchbuilt or other aluminum wheels allowed if they meet the size restrictions.
TIRES
PAUL GAGE URETHANES ONLY
Standard PG or XPG – Sizes Listed
-22 or 21125 for 15×8
-22166FF, 22168FF for 15×10, 15×11
REMINDER! MAX Track Width: 2 5/8″ from outer sidewall to outer sidewall.
Stagger is allowed.
In other words you can run a 15×8 on the left front and a larger size on the right front, just adhere to the width maximum please.
GEARING
Standard inline configurations:
8, 9, 10, 11 tooth pinions.
26, 27, 28, 29, 30 tooth crown gears.
Guides
Almost any guide allowed. Our slot is deep enough (3/8″ or better) to handle any commercial blades as well. Try to keep the front of the guide flush with the front of the body. It just looks better and increases the scale appeal.
Guide Height Modeling Notes – Our track is braided and flush.
Motors
This series will now be based on the PREDATOR LINE ONLY and only two types below will be allowed.
MOTOR:
PREDATOR 20,500 Long can motor ONLY.
There you have it. Everything you need to know to join in the fun.
There will be 3 Awards:
A complete video series on a basic chassis.
Look forward to all of your builds!
CONTACT ME with any questions.
-Harry
