My 1:32 Track Build

[wrangler#3]

Inspiring, to say the least. I'm stealing lots of ideas for sure. Wow, I could only dream of convincing my wife into letting me turn a room into that...and then your details, your lighting, the cabinets! My track is in the garage...lol

[bov]

Yo know Cy - I'm sure the room is nearly done...

All that's missing is me travelling half way around the world for a visit.....

Cheers, Tony.

[tdsanders62]

Super nice!

[MrFlippant]

Awe inspiring.

[Bonez]

I had a photographer shoot my room using high quality equipment and skill.

The files are large so follow this link for a sampling of his work.

Let me know what you think. The room is almost done!

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AhSB55_HuV5_kdl7...hKfyQ?e=WAFXU3

[32lbKING]

That is fantastic. Definitely the best hobby room/environment I have ever seen. I'm sure you are enjoying it
Randy

[tdsanders62]

Looks great! Enjoy your summer.

[Bonez]

I am taking the summer off but completed some work on the room.

I added some tin signs above some of my artwork. And installed a long line of LED strip lights (dimmable) to evenly illuminate all the artwork. Now the walls really pop.

Room 001 by bonez 300, on Flickr

Room 002 by bonez 300, on Flickr

Lastly, I finally added a long couch to go with my recliner so others can sit and talk slot/cars/other in comfort. I love this room!

Room 003 by bonez 300, on Flickr

[akronmark]

Beautiful layout; nice balance of road and scenery that looks like it could exist in the real-world. Plenty of "breathing space" - having a large table helps, I'm sure! Nice work!

[Lou E]

Beautiful workmanship!!

[tdsanders62]

Amazing work, KUDOs!

[Bonez]

I actually made my workshop from a room that would be typically used as wine cellar. Besides, I am more a Bourbon and Scotch guy...

[Silberpfeil]

Where did the wine cellar get moved to?

[akronmark]

What a room you have there! Just awesome. The craftsmanship on the track is outstanding - very realistic, but a nice clean-looking and well-balanced design overall. Very inspiring!

[Bonez]

I am a retired rocket scientist. And as a program manager it was my job to stop the “paralysis by analysis” that a lot of engineers fall into when seeking the absolute last technical tweak.

When I designed my 1:32 track I was limited to the 8x24 platform dimensions. So I first laid out my track plan using printer paper to approximate the track with my desire of scenic elements. I basically used a 12-inch board width with constant lane spacing but made the slots go inward on the curves to simulate a racing line and leave enough outside space for non-traction magnet drifting. I also made the board wide enough to attach my scenery under-structure for the plaster cloth.

Lastly, I only intended for 1:32 cars not 1:24. And my car collection features shorter wheelbase cars not the long Daytona stock car types.

So that was my design process.