GLQSR | Great Lakes Quarter Scale Racers

Last Updated Dec. 21, 2011

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Welcome to the Great Lakes Quarter Scale Racers website. Here you will find the latest information regarding club activities, & other happenings in the world of quarter scale racing. You may click on the links above to get more information. Are you looking to get into quarter scale racing? click on the Getting Started link above. Please stop by often for updates.

Track Location
FunTyme Amustment Park
6295 E. Saginaw Hwy
Grand Ledge, MI
48837
Driveway is along the East side tree line

News for 2011
We will be racing on Saturdays
We have earmarked money for a small bleacher
The drivers stand will be repainted
The Test & Tune was great, good times by all
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The 2011 Yearend Banquet is
Oct. 8, 2011
The Club will supply Steak and Chicken
Wifes and quest are encoaraged
It's a Potluck so bring a dish or two to pass

Points 2011

Final Points for 2011

Sportsman Class

                                                                          1. Doug McCallum    1380 5 Wins
                                                                    2. Jon Smith              1380 4 Wins
                                                                            3. Randy Brown        1336
                                                                            4. Gary Mouser        1320
                                                                            5. Stan Smith             1300
                                                                            6. Orrin Sunde         1244
                                                                            7. John Kissel       1088
                                                                            8. Devon Cox             904
                                                                            9. Duke Bradshaw    700
10. Jim Bell                  584
11. Tom Gonzales        364
12. John Brennan         356
13. Randy Erb.   168

Resutls of Points Race
# 10
Sept. 10, 2011

Sportsman A Main
1. Jon Smith
2. Randy Brown
3. Jim Bell
4. Gary Mouser
5. Stan Smith
6. Doug McCallum
7. Tom Gonzales
8. Duke Bradshaw
9. Randy Erb
10. Orrin Sunde

2011 Race Schedule
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Month	Day	Race	City/State
April	9	Test and Tune	Lansing, MI
	15, 16	National Championship Series	Clover, SC
	23	GLQSR Points Race # 1	Lansing, MI
	30	GLQSR Points Race # 2	Lansing, MI
May	13, 14	National Championship Series	Machesney Park, IL
	21	GLQSR Points Race # 3	Lansing, MI
June	4	Tri State Series	Ravenna, OH
	10, 11	National Championship Series	Dallas, TX
	11	GLQSR Points Race # 4	Lansing, MI
	18	GLQSR Points Race # 5	Lansing, MI
	25	Tri State Series	Ingals, IN
July	9	GLQSR Points Race # 6	Lansing, MI
	15, 16	National Championship Series	Ravenna, OH
	23	GLQSR Points Race # 7	Lansing, MI
	30	Tri State Series	Machesney Park, IL
August	4, 5, 6	Newton Park	Lakeville, IN

	19, 20	National Championship Series	Ingals, IN
	27	GLQSR Points Race # 9	Lansing, MI
September	10	GLQSR Points Race # 10	Lansing, MI
	17	Tri State Series	Lansing, MI
	23, 24	National Championship Series	SanBernardino, CA
October	8	Rainout Race Date	Lansing, MI

President	Jon Smith	517 / 442-6749	Jammin@SandPmotorsports.com
Vice President	Gary Mouser	734 / 428-0418	Garymouser@Yahoo.com
Treasurer	Randy Brown	517 / 410-3762	goneracing62@aol.com
Secretary	Orrin Sunde	616 / 896-6673	Orrin3@Charter.net
Webmaster	Jim Bell	313 / 539-5290	jbell31@wowway.com

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Practice on Wedensday's only. The cost is $10.
There will be an envelope there to put it in.
Also, the gate is locked, if you need the combination, call; Randy Brown or Stan Smith.
Track opens at 8:00AM on race days. You can start your engine at 9:00AM

Racing Line: 375 ft
Surface: Asphalt
Infield: Grass
Electric: No
Restroom: Yes
Food: Select Events
Track Description: Lansing is a "D" shaped oval. Fairly flat. Coming off of turn 2 can sometimes be tricky. The backstretch is fast, It provides for some really good racing.

Client closed chat session to open LMI website.
Turns 1 and 2 Turns 3 and 4

Getting Started
"What does it cost?"
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With any rewarding hobby there is a cost involved with getting started. If you already have R/C experience you may have a jump start but let's take a look at what you will need.

Electronic Gear-

It's recommended a PCM radio with a wheel as opposed to the stick radios you may have seen. These radios start around $350.00 but you can pick up a good used one for around $150.00 to $180.00 including receiver. You will also need a couple of rechargeable battery packs ($15.00 to $25.00) and a charger ($35.00 to $50.00) It would also be a good idea to have one or two extra sets of radios crystals. You can now get a Spectrum radio and receiver that does not need crystals. This is an added cost if you already have a radio that is compatible. You will also need 3 servos which are used for steering and throttle. They can run from $70.00 to $120.00 per unit.

Car-

There are a number of manufactures of these cars that sell for anywhere from $1,200.00 to $1,800.00 brand new without the electronics. a good used car usually can be found $800.00 to $1,000.00 but if you are lucky you may find the car and some or all of the above for that price. If you are buying used equipment make sure the chassis is straight and free of cracks in any of the rails. Test the electronics to be sure they are in good working condition. You may find cars and equipment for sale on the website, the QSAC website or on places like Ebay or Hobby Talk.

Tools-

Basic hand tools, a good set of metric allan wrenches a cordless drill and a good sturdy portable work table are a good start. A 3 to 6 ft measuring tape, cloth measuring tape and a straight edge will be needed for proper setup of the car. A 1 to 5 gallon fuel container and a refueling bottle will also be necessary.

Fuel-

We recommend VP-16 racing fuel for it's excellent cooling capacity and prevention of vapor-lock along with a good grade synthetic 2 cycle oil. You can get the fuel in 5 gallon containers and although it is $12.00 per gallon you will probably not come close to using it up all year.

Tires-

In any form of auto racing tires can be a big expense we are happy to report that with the help of QSAC tire costs are fairly low especially for the beginner. There are spec right front tires that last a long time and if anything have a few extra tires should do you for your first year.

Extra parts-

Probably the most replaced parts on these cars are small tie rod ends or heim joints, they are about $3.00 to $5.00 a piece and you should carry about four of the three different type you will need.

Well you will need to learn how to do a few things to maintain the car and get the car set up to go to the track so let me give you a little idea of what is involved there.

First,

If the person you bought your used car from is not your brother and said something like "it is all set, you don't need to do a thing to it" I would start by tearing the car down completely, except for the engine, making notes as to what goes where. If nothing else it will help you know how to work on it at the track.

Second,

Visually inspect all the parts and replace any parts that appear bent or worn, also check the wheel bearings to make sure they roll freely. Re-assemble the car making sure to use Blue Locktite (242?) on everything but the wheel nuts.

Once you have that done, and have set the car up, We are sure you will be itching to get the car outside and run it around. STOP! Listen closely, these things are NOT toys and could very seriously hurt someone even in a controlled environment like a track built for racing quarter scale cars.

We know it will be a difficult thing to do but wait until you are at the track to operate the car other than on a bench, it is just not worth taking a chance on seriously hurting yourself or someone else.

Different cars may require different adjustments, but basically the cars are setup just like the full size stock cars.

Springs,

In general you will need to have stiffer springs on the right rear and left front of the car and lighter on the left rear and right front.

Stagger,

About 1" of stagger (left rear tire circumference less that of the right rear)

Camber,

Have the right side tires angled leaning in to the car at the top with the left sides leaning away at the top. These adjustments will be the ones that will have the most influence on the handling of the car. A gage will help you maintain the proper degree at each wheel.

Toe,

The front wheels should have about 1/16" toe out and a very slight toe in on the right rear will help keep the car stable.

Our schedule is posted and there are maps and directions to the track, you can sign up for your QSAC membership directly by going to http://QSAC.org or at the track. There will also be a bunch of racers there that will be happy to help you if you need it. Just ask. Visit our Contacts page if you would like to speak to one of our members.