the new track...

Hi Guys,

I had some time this past weekend to work on my track. I really like the idea of folding, segmented track...easy to store! But, I decided to make mine out of aluminum...and I made some 1" disks to help keep the track straight.

I used 1/8" x 6" x 6' pieces of aluminum, with a 32" piece for the 'stand'. I liked the idea that the 1/8" aluminum has a natural curve to it when you raise one end...it makes the transition from hill to flat a little easier.

Here are some pics...

https://www.flickr.com/photos/124862277@N06/14072897520/

the materials...screws, hinges, disks, and track

https://www.flickr.com/photos/124862277@N06/14257382502/

the disks, drilled and tapped...10-32 x 1/4" screws

https://www.flickr.com/photos/124862277@N06/14074343669/in/photostream/

a couple of disks, 2-1/2" apart

https://www.flickr.com/photos/124862277@N06/14259182712/in/photostream/

starting to put it together

https://www.flickr.com/photos/124862277@N06/14259217332/

looking down the track

Let me know what you think!

Chris