UpDArt (Number 4 – October 15, 2017)
Number 4 – October 15, 2017
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Next Event – La Carrera Panamericana III- Monday October 23, 2017
The third rendition of La Carrera Panamericana is scheduled for Monday October 23, 2017 – make sure to register your entries in advance by following the forum thread.
Our Next Workshop Academy Session is Monday, October 30, 2017
Hand Painting Driver Detail
Monday, October 30, 2017 (7:30-10:00pm) Hand Painting Driver Detail
Register early to attend this session hosted by F1Nutz – all the tips and tricks you need to know when painting or accenting pilot faces and parts plus other detail items on your models… no need to bring anything…
Workshop Acadamy Session Added: Monday, November 20, 2017
Painting Inserts & Body Details
In this session we’ll paint a few of the more common insert styles such as wire wheels & steel wheels plus do some body detailing and weathering. Session will start at 7:30pm and finish before 10:00pm. For those who may be hungry we’ll do the usual pizza beforehand. No need to bring anything but if you have a project that you have questions about bring it for the group to answer… hell we may even use it in the demonstration!
Next R32 Race Night @ The Ring – November 1, 2017 @ 7pm
R32 classes scheduled will be NASCAR (NC), Modern F1 (F1S), Group 5 (G5) and 3.0L LeMans (3LM).
For the benefit of others you may choose to indicate if you plan to attend the next R32 event by signing in at R32 III – November 1, 2017 (although there is no requirement that you do so since the R32 race evening format is ad hoc anyway…) [Scratch32 events do however require registration.]
If you don’t have a copy of the R32 Rules & Guidelines you can download your copy from the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page or click here. Classes for races at The Ring will always be posted on the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page. The rules are the same as before with no restrictions on tire diameter for many classes, so dust of your cars…
New from DArthobbies – Additional 50’s/60’s/70’s Pilot Heads & More Helmets:
UpDArt (Number 3 – October 1, 2017)
Number 3 – October 1, 2017
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After a few weeks of rest and relaxation that provided most of us some much needed building time and the opportunity this past Saturday to find some great kits/parts at the Group 25 Model Car Show we find ourselves returning to The Ring for more Grand Prix racing.
Next Event – Ringwood XXII – Monday October 2, 2017
Ringwood XXII is scheduled for Monday October 2, 2017 – make sure to register your entries in advance by following the forum thread.
Next Workshop Academy Session October 30, 2017 – Hand Painting Driver Detail
Monday, October 30, 2017 (7:30-10:00pm) Hand Painting Driver Detail
Register early to attend this session hosted by F1Nutz – all the tips and tricks you need to know when painting or accenting pilot faces and parts plus other detail items on your models… no need to bring anything…
New Product – Forums – Resources – How To – Paint It
Read about Liquid Chrome by Molotow
Next R32 Race Night @ The Ring – October 4, 2017 @ 7pm
R32 classes scheduled will be Group C (GCI), F1, 3.0L LeMans (3LM) and CANAM (CA).
For the benefit of others you may choose to indicate if you plan to attend the next R32 event by visiting the R32 Events & Schedule subforum. You must be logged in to register yourself. No need to register your entries for any R32 event. You still must register your entries for Scratch32 events however.
If you don’t have a copy of the R32 Rules & Guidelines you can download your copy from the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page or click here. Classes for races at The Ring will always be posted on the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page. The rules are the same as before with no restrictions on tire diameter for many classes, so dust of your cars…
New from DArthobbies – Ferrari 312P Body Kit – as raced by Rodriguez/Piper at LeMans – based on the vintage Aurora release – old is new again! $45 – comes with clear plastic windshield, side window detail and clear lenses (left/right). Just weighing in at 18g this is a perfect candidate for any giddyup class. Headlamp detail and full interior/driver available too…
UpDArt (Number 2 – September 17, 2017)
Number 2 – September 17, 2017
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Internationale Meisterschaft V Event Report & Gallery Posted
Read the Internationale Meisterschaft V event report & review the gallery. Some photos are displayed in the report but all photos (with race captions) are in the event gallery and can be found under the event poster near the end of the report. Read the report and then click on the event poster at the end for all of the pictures!
Scratch32 Model Car Database
Some of you may have noticed that our Model Database has taken on a new look and is more complete (now with 82 entries). Entries are listed by race number but users can choose to re-order by any field, such as year, class, etc. Fields are also searchable. The MIN is listed for each entry and should be used to reference your listed models whenever registering for an upcoming event. The backend of this database is now streamlined so the online form will populate the database albeit after the data is reviewed.
Please check for your models and if any are missing (but did participate in a prior event) please fill in the online Model Entry Form. Please also ensure that the information pertaining to each of your models is as complete and accurate as possible. Some models are missing information.
Scratch32 Model Entry Form Updated
I’ve updated the online Scratch32 Model Entry Form to reflect the fields now found in our model database.
New ‘Drivers of the Past’ Sub-Forum Added
This new sub-forum provides links and articles (plus other resources) about some of the greatest (and not so great) pilots in sportscar and grand prix history. Harry Schell and Alfonso Portago are the first entries.
Workshop Academy Session Monday Night – Printing and Applying Your Decals
Monday, September 18, 2017 (7:30 – 10:00pm) Printing and Applying Your Decals – Using your own home/custom printed decals can be just the ticket to finish a livery – but they can also be tricky – so eliminate any guesswork and do the best you can. Some tips and a demonstration.
Next Event – Ringwood XXII – Monday, October 2, 2017 @ 7pm
Make sure to register your models!
R32 Race Results and Photos for September 6, 2017 Posted
As in the past, race results and photo gallery for all R32 events taking place on the first Wednesday of every month will be posted within the
R32 Race Results Sub-forum. Click on R32 I – The Ring – September 6, 2017 to view September’s race results.
Next R32 Race Night @ The Ring – October 4, 2017 @ 7pm
R32 classes scheduled will be Group C (GCI), F1, 3.0L LeMans (3LM) and CANAM (CA).
For the benefit of others you may choose to indicate if you plan to attend the next R32 event by visiting the R32 Events & Schedule subforum. You must be logged in to register yourself. No need to register your entries for any R32 event. You still must register your entries for Scratch32 events however.
If you don’t have a copy of the R32 Rules & Guidelines you can download your copy from the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page or click here. Classes for races at The Ring will always be posted on the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page. The rules are the same as before with no restrictions on tire diameter for many classes, so dust of your cars…
New from DArthobbies – 1/32 full face helmets perfect for late 60’s through 80’s models. They come in two pieces (helmet & shield). Helmets molded in several standard colours (white, red, blue, green, & yellow – custom single colours also available for orders of 5 or more ie. orange, light blue, wine, etc.). All shields are grey. Packs of 5 (one of each colour) $10 or $2.50 each.
Pictured is an orange helmet.
Welcome to UpDArt!
Number 1 – September 3, 2017
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Fall Scratch32 Calendar now online
Download your copy of the new Fall Calendar from our Calendar page. Flyers for two slot car shows are also available for download there. Mark them in your calendar.
Event Report Posted – Targa Florio II Event Report & Gallery
Read the Targa Florio II event report & gallery. A gallery of images along with captions can be found under the race poster within each event report.
New Workshop Academy Session – Printing and Applying Your Decals
Monday, September 18, 2017 (7:30 – 10:00pm) Printing and Applying Your Decals Register to save a spot. Using your own home/custom printed decals can be just the ticket to finish a livery – but they can also be tricky – so eliminate any guesswork and do the best you can.
Check out pictures of the Ferrari 121LM Scaglietti Spyder
Prompted by F1Nutz and further to some of the lovely pieces at auction, check out the Ferrari 121LM Scaglietti Spyder – in our Forums area – click on the gallery image to see the whole gallery of pictures. Some modifications to the previously released DArt Ferrari 290MM body kit would make a nice model of this one…
Next Event – Internationale Meisterschaft V – Monday, September 11
Register your entries now!
R32 Race Night @ The Ring
Due to demand – and on a trial basis – this fall The Ring will bring back R32 and begin hosting an R32 race night on the first Wednesday of every month starting THIS WEDNESDAY. Remember that this is a separate series from Scratch32 although the formats may have overlap.
This Wednesday, September 6 The Ring will host the following R32 classes: NC, TA, G5 & LMP/GT (plus an IROC Group C – time permitting). Doors open at 6pm. The focus of these Wednesdays will be on the primarily plastic based RTR classes not raced by the Scratch32 group…no need to register your cars as for Scratch32 events…
If you don’t have a copy of the R32 Rules & Guidelines you can download your copy from the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page or click here. Classes for races at The Ring will always be posted on the DArthobbies ‘Events’ page. The rules are the same as before with no restrictions on tire diameter for many classes, so dust of your cars…
There are still a few Porsche 550 RS Coupe body kits available for those that may wish to model one.