Well said lesson that I have just recently learned the expensive way. Dave had you done this video 4 months ago you could have saved me buying every performance car and upgrade on the globe. More money then brains in my case, but I do learn, eventually. Thx
There’s always been sentiment to the cars I buy. Mostly as a Motorsport enthusiast. Especially being exclusively Carrera digital. So many IMSA cars past and present. Finally getting into tire tuning and no mag, and I’m still only at 60% speed limit on a 56 foot circuit
People always ask me about that on my track, "What's your fastest car?" and the truth is, the car that is the fastest car is terrible to drive for newbies as it has just way too much power. I just have a home track, so I spend way more time trying to get my cars performance aligned, so that races can be even. I buy the cars I like, but I stay away from some brands/cars that I think will drive terribly. I don't mind cars not being a rocket, and needing some tuning, but I hate spending a ton of time on a car for it still not to be even decent, or fall off the track every single lap. I bought a few Fly cars and have since sold them due to this.
The wonderful thing about this hobby is that you can buy cars to run, to have them in the showcase, to play with your children or to take them apart and improve them as much as you can.
I think what is the fastest car can’t be logically answered. They’re several factors, 1. The track layout, 2. The driver and the drivers skills, 3. The hand controller, 4. How is the car tuned and tuned correctly to the track. Each race track has characteristics that needs different race car set up. Watching some TH-cam videos from experienced slot car drivers and tuners. Also your comments (Dave Kennedy) are also correct points. Thanks for the video.
I’ve found with most of my layouts, the less straight line speed. The best lap time. You’re only making time in the corners with 14 volt motors anyway. That’s why I love having 3 sectors with Carrera digital. Especially with the simulated adjustable braking and fuel dynamics. Brings a whole new element to slotting.
You are right and the faster car on a wood track can be the slowest on a plastic track and would you be able to handle the car ... It also depend on how you tune the car any car can be faster but not any driver can make it win ... So yes get the car you like and improve it with time...
I like all my cars my cars to drive well (i.e., their own best lap times) , and that's part of the fun - getting the most you can out of a particular set-up.
Half the fun and getting the car out of the box and tuning it up. And when you think that the car is no longer able to make a better time .. look better before buying upgrades because you can probably still find a few hundredths of a second :-)
I’m new to the hobby first off but I think when some one asks that question they don’t know how or if the cars are very different so they are asking about a car that is the fastest. furthermore winning is fun I’ll like the car if I can win with it. Not many cars are ugly in my opinion I just want a good car. when you are new at something you ask basic questions. Like going out to eat and asking what’s good. Idk I don’t think it’s fair to look down on someone asking that.
When I was running Slingshots for more than a year, that was the number one question. And we heard it from nearly every customer that walked thru the door. 1. What’s the fastest car out there? 2. What’s the fastest car in the case? 3. What can I do to make my car faster? And now was our chance to engage him/her/them into the hobby.
If a car catches your eye bu is just nasty driving...well maybe not..unless you enjoy tuning to get a decent runner...mot any car can be a runner...maybe not fast..
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"The fastest car you can drive fastest is the fastest car"
- Dave Kennedy
These are words to live by in my slot world. Love it!
Well said lesson that I have just recently learned the expensive way. Dave had you done this video 4 months ago you could have saved me buying every performance car and upgrade on the globe. More money then brains in my case, but I do learn, eventually. Thx
There’s always been sentiment to the cars I buy. Mostly as a Motorsport enthusiast. Especially being exclusively Carrera digital. So many IMSA cars past and present. Finally getting into tire tuning and no mag, and I’m still only at 60% speed limit on a 56 foot circuit
Well said Dave. I appreciate you getting straight to the point. This topic could devolve quickly.
People always ask me about that on my track, "What's your fastest car?" and the truth is, the car that is the fastest car is terrible to drive for newbies as it has just way too much power. I just have a home track, so I spend way more time trying to get my cars performance aligned, so that races can be even. I buy the cars I like, but I stay away from some brands/cars that I think will drive terribly. I don't mind cars not being a rocket, and needing some tuning, but I hate spending a ton of time on a car for it still not to be even decent, or fall off the track every single lap. I bought a few Fly cars and have since sold them due to this.
The wonderful thing about this hobby is that you can buy cars to run, to have them in the showcase, to play with your children or to take them apart and improve them as much as you can.
I don't race slot cars but what you said makes perfect sense.any car is only as good as its driver.
I think what is the fastest car can’t be logically answered. They’re several factors, 1. The track layout, 2. The driver and the drivers skills, 3. The hand controller, 4. How is the car tuned and tuned correctly to the track. Each race track has characteristics that needs different race car set up. Watching some TH-cam videos from experienced slot car drivers and tuners. Also your comments (Dave Kennedy) are also correct points. Thanks for the video.
Well said
I’ve found with most of my layouts, the less straight line speed. The best lap time. You’re only making time in the corners with 14 volt motors anyway. That’s why I love having 3 sectors with Carrera digital. Especially with the simulated adjustable braking and fuel dynamics. Brings a whole new element to slotting.
You are right and the faster car on a wood track can be the slowest on a plastic track and would you be able to handle the car ... It also depend on how you tune the car any car can be faster but not any driver can make it win ... So yes get the car you like and improve it with time...
That's The way I've always done it, i buy what I like and I enjoy racing it, it's fun to do.
Dave - Enjoyed this video, I believe one of your best!!
Good one ..drive what you like..or winning is everything...it’s a hobby so have fun
I like all my cars my cars to drive well (i.e., their own best lap times) , and that's part of the fun - getting the most you can out of a particular set-up.
Half the fun and getting the car out of the box and tuning it up. And when you think that the car is no longer able to make a better time .. look better before buying upgrades because you can probably still find a few hundredths of a second :-)
Very wise words Dave.
Great advice dave !!!
From my perspective the cars simply need to be smooth handling cars and only just fast enough to where you must slow down when going around a curve.
Well said Dave
I buy a car because it looks cool If it ends up being quick then it’s an added bonus
Keep spreading that logical knowledge 👍
I’m new to the hobby first off but I think when some one asks that question they don’t know how or if the cars are very different so they are asking about a car that is the fastest. furthermore winning is fun I’ll like the car if I can win with it. Not many cars are ugly in my opinion I just want a good car. when you are new at something you ask basic questions. Like going out to eat and asking what’s good. Idk I don’t think it’s fair to look down on someone asking that.
It's the best way for sure! You like it, you buy it, you race it, YOU HAD FUN...
Love this!!!
When I was running Slingshots for more than a year, that was the number one question. And we heard it from nearly every customer that walked thru the door.
1. What’s the fastest car out there?
2. What’s the fastest car in the case?
3. What can I do to make my car faster?
And now was our chance to engage him/her/them into the hobby.
If a car catches your eye bu is just nasty driving...well maybe not..unless you enjoy tuning to get a decent runner...mot any car can be a runner...maybe not fast..