Friday 8 January 2016

Scalextric pin guides on new Scalextric track

The early Scalextric cars used a pin to run in the slot of the Scalextric track rather than a blade used later.  Several Scalextric guides were produced but the most popular was the round pin guide sometimes known as the Scalextric G3 round pin guide.

Scalextric G3 round pin guideScalextric G30 guide blade

There are a few problems with the pin guides:
  • The pin can snap easily
  • The pin can wear out
Another problem is where you layout has a crossover for the slots as the pin can change lanes and go onto the other track

Another great insight from Scalextric Car Restorations

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