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Beetle Bash....VW Race..Final Results

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72_Chevy_C10 9/29/15

Actual test video of one of the cars I'm building...

https://youtu.be/Huh9hirsSv4


  • CLASSIC! just imagine how it must have tore up the other drivers to let a bug pass. even if just for a movie! lol — CrzyTrkrDude
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72_Chevy_C10 9/30/15

I'm kinda liking these little guys...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20150930_091106_zpsiqrzerhg.jpg

Might be tricky, making them go fast!

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72_Chevy_C10 9/30/15

Metal chassis and body...fun, fun...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20150930_093306_zpsunumovfr.jpg


  • Love that car. Just looks fast, even stock. Can't wait to see how you improve it — redlinederby
  • It's probably just going to be a little weight and some FTE's...I like the 'Herbie' look! — 72_Chevy_C10
  • Go Herbie go! — Traction-Event
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Eastbound357 10/5/15

Got my first FTE I'm going to use it for a mod in the bug out beetle bash race festival next month!


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redlinederby 10/5/15
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Don't quote me on it...but I'm gonna try to get something built for this. Prepare to have a Herbie Face-Off!


  • darn it... where is the quote button... :) — Traction-Event
  • Okay...I'll be working on my 'Herbie' pretty soon! I'll be ready! — 72_Chevy_C10
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72_Chevy_C10 10/9/15

Hi Guys!

I'm just bumping this one to the top! We are 4 weeks away from the start of this one, and I'm still looking for some hosts! TE, would you like to run them? 

Who is building cars for this one? I'll be working on my 'Herbie' car this weekend!


  • I'm building two for this one got my first FTE the other day so I'm excited to see how those will run. — Eastbound357
  • Yes I can host....what date? — Traction-Event
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72_Chevy_C10 10/11/15

Herbie meets his donor front wheels ('69 GTO fte)...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_202148_zpskgnnv2xk.jpg

I glued the wheels in a little differently this time, gluing one axle at a time. I had to narrow the chassis a little bit to get clearance for the front wheels...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_205602_zpsgt8vbdos.jpg

I apply the JB Quick with a toothpick  (and I mix it up on old HW blister backs...we all have lots of those!)...as always, I like to put a little extra JB Quick on...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_205622_zpsnz4vcd2g.jpg

The rear axle is from my 'go to' car, a Chrysler 300...and it is actually a little bit wider than I would like, but I think it will work...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_210042_zpssdl2qaae.jpg

I kinda like the way Herbie looks with the FTE's...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_210626_zpstkobri6z.jpg

But, he is a little light (can be 57 grams), I'll work on weighting him up some time today...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151010_210658_zpslushvb1c.jpg

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72_Chevy_C10 10/11/15

I was just up at my Mom's, and look what I found...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_151432_zpsyn80zg2m.jpg

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_151442_zps6qdapa58.jpg

My old Matchbox 'Ladybug' car...I think she might need a new lease on life..


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72_Chevy_C10 10/11/15

That is a 50 caliber (half inch) lead ball on the scale, next to Herbie...and it makes him just a little heavy...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_185639_zpsfmspjbug.jpg

Adding weight to these cars requires  subtlety and finesse...and a hammer, a really big hammer...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_185701_zpsud6pwofe.jpg

And, once the lead ball is no longer round...in any way...you can refine the shape and weight of the now block of lead with the above-mentioned hammer and a big, rusty, chisel (rust, not manditory)...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_185846_zps3ihs04k6.jpg

And now, the lead sits nicely in the frame...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_190006_zpsaghd59jb.jpg

It is a little light, but that gives us plenty of 'wiggle room' when gluing in the lead (don't forget the weight of the JB Weld)...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_190030_zpskydha1yq.jpg

I ground off the pin on the chassis to move the weight back as much as I could...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_190528_zpsvikvymbx.jpg

And, I had to remove quite a bit of the interior for the weight to fit...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_191457_zpsoxztwp0q.jpg

But, the body now fits nicely, with the lead is securely glued in place...

http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20151011_191523_zps03ymk1la.jpg

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72_Chevy_C10 10/16/15

Hi Guys!

I just wanted to bump this one to the top. If I get a chance, I'll be working on my Matchbox Beetle this weekend. And, since we are 3 weeks out, if you are going to be racing, you should be getting your cars ready!

Who all is running in this one?


  • Still shooting for it but I'm cutting it close. 50/50 right now, hopefully... — redlinederby
  • I've got a modded matchbox volksdragon from a previous event that I'm going to "re-mod" using some of the speed secrets — cliffordshaw
  • That you and TE have been nice enough to share. We'll see if they can turn a dud into a stud. — cliffordshaw
  • Awesome...it's always fun to see what you come up with! — 72_Chevy_C10
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Dragon_Tooth 10/18/15

Hi, I am a newby, but I want to race in this event.  I am Strollers Nephew and he will help me some with my cars. I am 13 so he is only going to show me how to make a car.....but will make it.....Thank you..


  • Cool name Mr Dragon Tooth Sir! Welcome! Enjoy! Spread the word! — CrzyTrkrDude
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72_Chevy_C10 10/18/15

Hey, 

Welcome aboard!  There's lots of info on here...plus, I'm sure your Unkle will get you pointed in the right direction!

I look forward to seeing your cars!


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