The ReineckeRing

by David Reinecke

My layout consists of a two lane Scalextric Sport Track with 66' in lap length.  There are many elevation changes, the highest being 10 inches from the base.  I built 3 6x5' tables for portability (yeah, right!) that are all bolted together.  I custom wired the power to include 1 Ninco power pack per lane (adj. power supply coming soon) and have driver's stations able to support clips, wires, or banana jacks. I'm also using the VRS system for timing, although, I am needing to build my light gantry to get it working more permanently.

The plans are to model the Ring after a 60's-70's era track, hence all the Trans/Am cars shown. The landscaping is Sculpta-mold over a wire window screen frame.  Woodland scenics products round out the turf.   Most track borders are HO cork on top of foam, the exception being a few of the fastest curves, where Sport borders will be modified to work.  My concrete walls are made out of white rubber baseboard that is cut into 1 inch wide strips with banners glued on.  Currently, only the dog-leg area is done, with the rest of the layout detailing just getting underway.  I'm also attempting to perform Harry's trick for easy trees!

 

The track was painted gray with latex primer, but that didn't work the first time - it chipped, peeled, etc.  I realized I'd put it on too thick - DOH!  So, I had to scrub all of that off with water.  The problem with that was that it changed the texture of the track, so those pieces don't match the track that turned out good.  Oh well, live and learn.

 

Overall, a fun course to drive, and the kids and I enjoy it.  Much more detailing and landscaping to come, so stay tuned!

Let me say this I feel this layout is one of those that just seems to motivate you beyond belief. It clearly shows how you can take traditional model building methods and use them to create a highly detailed home racing layout and turn an ordinary corner of a basement into an area the whole family can enjoy.

UPDATED! Check out the progress!!!

Great Work David! Thanks for the submission!!

Keep us posted on the progress!