Race Tracks

1969Mach1 · 03-14-2002, 12:21 AM

I am doing a project of my own on 1/4 Mile Tracks and what it takes to build one, like all the research and development to one. I've never even been to one, I know kind of how they operate and such, I hope to be going to one this summer since I can drive now and got a car that is worthy even though I know anyone car can participate. But does anyone have any usful information, or any useful websites with track information. Like what it takes to get one up and running and fully established. Also how much does it cost per run? any real information would be real great.

Thanks,
§am.

Jeff Chambers · 03-14-2002, 07:31 AM

I'd suggest talking with the owner of a local track to get their insight on what it takes. Even if your local track is 50 years old, the current owners should be able to provide some valuable insight on the trials and tribulations of keeping a track up and running. As far as building one from scratch, I'd look to some of the newer tracks (e.g. Route 66 in IL) and try to contact their owners.

Ares · 03-14-2002, 07:08 PM

You can leave a message in guestbook for Keystone Raceway in New Alexandria, PA. The track is under new ownership and currently is being completely redone. Owners are the Tedesco brothers. Can get their email also from site.

http://www.keystoneraceway.net

k. putman · 03-16-2002, 12:27 AM

The big issues now is not construction cost but environmental stability. Communities do not want the {noise, freaks, traffic congestion, punks, beer coolers, ...} around. To maintain the harmony, a track has to be developed in less populated areas, and away from the resturants, lodging, gas stations, freeway on-ramps and such.

Remember too any race operation is really a lot of wasted space when it is not in use. A developer can make more money splitting up the space and building condos and such. That is why tractor pulls, concerts and such are booked in.

Once the site is constructed, libility insurance must be paid. Come to think of it, how do we know the tracks are insured?

BilLster · 03-18-2002, 05:05 AM

and then after you build it in the boonies along comes some guy and puts condo's beside it .

we have a track thats 70 years ols that there trying to close but on the other side the heritage guy's are trying to keep it open but only for vintage racing.

03-14-2002, 12:21 AM	#1
1969Mach1 HEY I CAN SET A NAME NOW! Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,556	Race Tracks I am doing a project of my own on 1/4 Mile Tracks and what it takes to build one, like all the research and development to one. I've never even been to one, I know kind of how they operate and such, I hope to be going to one this summer since I can drive now and got a car that is worthy even though I know anyone car can participate. But does anyone have any usful information, or any useful websites with track information. Like what it takes to get one up and running and fully established. Also how much does it cost per run? any real information would be real great. Thanks, §am. __________________ 1969 Mustang Mach 1Sold 351-4V Windsor, 4 Speed MACH 1 - Moving At The Speed Of Sound. 1979 Mustang Indianapolis 500 Pace Car For Sale - Email me for Info 302-2V, 3-Speed Auto One of 2,106 made One of 405 sent to Canada. Yes those are caution lights, and No you can't pass me when there on. Ricer Hater's Club - Member #4

03-14-2002, 07:31 AM	#2
Jeff Chambers Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milan, OH Posts: 2,699	I'd suggest talking with the owner of a local track to get their insight on what it takes. Even if your local track is 50 years old, the current owners should be able to provide some valuable insight on the trials and tribulations of keeping a track up and running. As far as building one from scratch, I'd look to some of the newer tracks (e.g. Route 66 in IL) and try to contact their owners. __________________ Jeff Chambers 1990 Mustang GT 10.032 Seconds / 137.5 MPH 14-time Street Warrior World Record Setter CRT Performance 2001 Tropic Green Mustang GT - 12.181 / 113.2 MPH 2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3l Power Stroke - 17.41@77.2 "There's nothing boring about a small block automatic shifting gears at 9400 rpm!"

03-14-2002, 07:08 PM	#3
Ares Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Saxonburg, PA, USA Posts: 236	You can leave a message in guestbook for Keystone Raceway in New Alexandria, PA. The track is under new ownership and currently is being completely redone. Owners are the Tedesco brothers. Can get their email also from site. http://www.keystoneraceway.net __________________ Ed.. My Mustangs webpage NMRA M/M 7222 2000 Mustang GT - 5 speed Race weight w/o driver 3086lbs, 3250 w/ driver Best 1/4mile run to date: 12.79@105.96, 60' 1.76sec.(10-27-02) Best MPH 106.03(10-27-02)4.10gears

03-18-2002, 05:05 AM	#5
BilLster Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Ontario canada Posts: 446	and then after you build it in the boonies along comes some guy and puts condo's beside it . we have a track thats 70 years ols that there trying to close but on the other side the heritage guy's are trying to keep it open but only for vintage racing. __________________ 89 with 331 t3'/t4 hybrids. upr Suspention worked out finnaly . 9.89 144 mph .

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k. putman Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Homewood, AL Posts: 30	The big issues now is not construction cost but environmental stability. Communities do not want the {noise, freaks, traffic congestion, punks, beer coolers, ...} around. To maintain the harmony, a track has to be developed in less populated areas, and away from the resturants, lodging, gas stations, freeway on-ramps and such. Remember too any race operation is really a lot of wasted space when it is not in use. A developer can make more money splitting up the space and building condos and such. That is why tractor pulls, concerts and such are booked in. Once the site is constructed, libility insurance must be paid. Come to think of it, how do we know the tracks are insured?