Hot Wheels Booster Mod

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How to convert a Hot Wheels Power Booster to run without batteries.
Caution: While I consider this a fairly simple and low-risk project, there are serious hazards associated with electrical work. The modifications shown here should not be performed by people unfamiliar or uncomfortable with them.
Warning!: While this modification will allow you to run a power booster from batteries (DC) or alternating current (AC), do not attempt to run modified booster on AC while batteries are in battery compartment. Doing so could overheat the batteries and cause fire or personal injury. Please watch my newer video which incorporates a safer, 3-pin, connector.
Any modifications you choose to perform are at your own risk. Author assumes no liability for safety, and makes no guarantees of success.

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@stevefitz2522 3 года назад

This is how I figured I'd have to wire up an adapter, thanks for the video it's nice to see it works without issue and makes this an even better toy. Excellent video.

@anandpunalkar8765 7 лет назад

Thank you Sir... After lot of search for conversion I got directed to your video. Really you had saved lots of millions people money and bring smile on child as well as parents face👍. Perfect Cam angle, explanation, voice over. Do such more videos..thnx.

@FlatDan 3 года назад

I just modified both of my son’s motors. Worked like a charm! Thanks.

@billyeason9899 5 лет назад

Next is to swap motor out for lower turn rc motor, increase voltage to that of a 2s lipo in the 30-40c range, or a suitable plug adapter. For motor speed control i would install a proper esc and receiver to control motor speed using throttle or even trim setting on transmitter, maybe even just a dimmer switch/knob to regulate motor speed.

@Utubin 3 года назад

What your saying is Greek to me. Perhaps you could reply with a link where I can study and do this. Batteries are to darn expensive. Thanks for your time.

@StanDaMan29CPT Год назад

Five years later, you helped me save a lot of money after watching this video and doing it myself.

@mccord50 Год назад

Stanley, I'm glad the video was helpful, that was certainly my intent in making and posting it. Thank you very much for the feedback

@FlatDan 3 года назад

Fantastic. I’ll be doing this mod very soon. Thanks!

@Somatik 6 лет назад

Thanks for the instructions, much better like this!

@03taru 7 лет назад

Hi. I was looking for something like that... many batteries for the planet. One question if you don't mind: the adapter has at the end of the wire the plug with + in the center and - outside, so can I use one switched? (- in the center and + outside?). Thanks.

@mccord50 7 лет назад

Yes, a different adapter is fine. You just need to identify the positive (+) and negative parts on the DC end of your AC to DC adapter (or perhaps more importantly, the terminals on the receiving socket it plugs into) and then connect from those terminals to the positive and negative terminals in the battery compartment to ensure correct polarity. Just remember: Negative to negative and positive to positive. Good luck and have fun! ;-)

@03taru 7 лет назад

Thanks for the info. I'm going to make all the process soon!

@kdecastro 4 года назад

Great video exactly what I was looking for. I have a question, you mention that a 1 amp plug is more than enough but do you have any idea as to what the amp draw is on these hot wheels motors?

@shyguy.654 5 месяцев назад

800mA

@hunterallenrobinson797 3 года назад

@mccord50 Thank you for the video. I followed it to modify my booster. While not a big issue the motor now turns in the opposite direction it used to when on batteries. Any idea why this might be?

@mccord50 3 года назад

Sure thing. Simply swap the wires. The direction change is due to a reversal in polarity. In other words you are now supplying a positive charge to where the negative charge used to go. Reverse the wire connections and your booster should run normally. There's no harm if you want to leave it reversed, DC motors can run in either direction. If you want to get fancy you could even wire in a double pole double throw (DPDT) rocker switch which would allow you to change booster direction any time! Thanks for your comment and good luck with your booster.

@TheRogueGentlemanGamer 4 года назад

Great Information! Thanks!

@ryanlavictoire8731 3 года назад

Any idea what happens if I turn a 3 volt up to about 4.5? be cool if I could get a little more speed out of it to do some better loops for my son's setup. I certainly don't want to burn out the motor though.

@mccord50 3 года назад

The short answer is “yes”, you can safely increase the applied DC voltage (within reason) and speed should increase proportionally. This has been covered extensively in the comments, and I’ve even made a separate video on the subject. Thanks for your interest and good luck.

@user-wg2jz5kp9s 10 месяцев назад

What wire gauge is recommended? I'm trying to modify a 6V system? please and thank you

@Chwarg 2 года назад

Anyone knows what type of motor is in those boosters? Mine just died and I am looking for a replacement.

@craftyworks1407 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing this trick, could you share the same trick for boosters with double track one?

@jkoz292 4 года назад

Same way.

@kurtissnedecor2178 5 лет назад

How do i make the booster faster then it is when useing batteries? Is there a way? Or does this mod you did make it more powerful to go faster? I have a problem with my sons booster not being fast enough or powerful enough to boost cars through loops even with new booster and new batteries?

@mccord50 5 лет назад

Kurtis, The power booster speed is proportional to the applied voltage. A booster powered by two (2) D-cells is running on 3-volts (2 x 1.5v = 3v), so if you use a 4.5v adapter you should see a marked increase in speed. Likewise a 6v adapter should nearly double the speed. There's a limit to how much over-voltage can be applied, but I don't think you'd have any issues going 50-100% over the "stock" voltage. Best option is a variable voltage power supply with at least 2-amp capacity, that way you'll have some options for speed control so cars don't just fly off the track. Have fun and good luck.

@adamant365 6 лет назад

Would you be able to tell me which adapter on eBay you bought? I purchased a 3V 1A adapter and it only "stutters" when I switch it on with no batteries. If I put the batteries in, turn it on, then remove the batteries, it continues to run. This leads me to believe there is some sort of protection in the adapter that prevents it from starting the motors. The stuttering being the result of the draw going up enough to just "kick" the motor but then the protection in the adapter kills it, rinse and repeat. EDIT: Also...if I just left batteries in there, will they drain? I.e. would leaving the batteries in there just to supply starting current will it then run off the adapter or continue to drain the batteries?

@mccord50 6 лет назад

Adam, First off, you should never use the AC/DC adapter while batteries are in the booster. If both power supplies are used at once, or if batteries are left in while also plugged into AC it could act like a battery charger, but without the protective components a battery charger contains. The result could be unregulated over-charging, overheating, fire, or explosion of batteries. As for troubleshooting the "stutter", the adapter might be the problem (I've had some duds), but unlikely. If you have a multi-meter you can verify operation and voltage output. What type of booster did you modify and how many, and what type, of batteries does it use? Are you sure polarity is correct (i.e. is booster spinning in correct direction)? How and where did you connect wiring (solder)? Might it be a loose connection? Good luck, and please keep me posted.

@adamant365 6 лет назад

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I kind of figured that would be a no-no since the device is not set up to be a charger. My connections and polarity are definitely correct because when it does "stutter" it spins in the correct direction. In addition, if I briefly start it with the batteries in and connected to the adapter, it starts fine and upon removing the batteries, it continues to run correctly. Just for fun, I re-did all solder connections being very careful to ensure solid contact. It looks much cleaner but still no-go. I does (and did before) read 3.26v on my multimeter. The unit I have is identical to yours except for having a blue battery cover instead of your red one. It takes two D batteries. I pulled the motor but can't really find anything identifiable on it. I have to think there is some sort of spike protection on my adapter. When plugged in, there's an LED on it that glows. When I start the unit, the light goes out while it's stuttering. When I switch the unit off, the LED blinks twice then stays solid. I've Googled the specs of yours (ACDC Adapter, 3V 1A Model 0310) and found one identical to yours on Amazon so that is on its way.

@mccord50 6 лет назад

Adam, Did your new 1-amp adapter solve your problem? After re-reading your post, I think your problem was similar to dga711's (insufficient start-up current). You may want to read my reply. Good luck and thanks again for posting your experience.

@zurbannsaito1984 3 года назад

I ask which adapter DC use 3v?

@joseanrodriguez2005 3 месяца назад

i got the wipeout track set off market place but teh booster are no good i try to use the batterie power one but the cars get boost and they dotn make the round so wondering how many volt can the mottor handle cuz i gona try this when i get the stuff

@boneshaman8912 6 лет назад

i want to do this with my sons Hot wheels Wall track and Disny cars Florida Speed way. both take 4 D batteries. i have an AC/DC adapter that is 6v 200mA. will this be sufficient to run them?

@mccord50 6 лет назад

Hello, and thanks for your comment. An adapter with output of only 200mA (=1/5th of 1 Amp) sounds a bit low to replace 4 D cell batteries. No harm in trying, but result will likely be disappointing. I have a Hot Wheels Criss Cross Crash set that runs on 4 D cells which I converted. It runs okay on 500 mA (1/2 amp), but I usually run it with a 6V/1A adapter. Never tried running it on 200mA. My recommendation - buy a different adapter with higher output. The adapters are cheap. The last one I bought on ebay cost less than $2 delivered. Sweet! Good luck with your project.

@giggleblaggle 6 лет назад

Awesome!

@jarheads88 2 месяца назад

Wow ! I just saw, this great idea thank you for sharing

@jameswheatley499 5 лет назад

Hi. I've bought the sockets with three pins for safety. Could you explain how to do the wiring?

@mccord50 5 лет назад

James, thank you for your comment. I have been meaning to post a new video showing the 3-pin conversion, and your comment was the motivation I needed to finally create one. You can find the new video here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WJpLbxyECsE.html Hopefully this will answer your question about wiring the 3-pin socket, and sorry for the late reply.

@wtfmangkthx 9 месяцев назад

Did this conversion, really straight-forward, but the speed is super low post-conversion compared to batteries. Speed is about equal to drained batteries (~1.3V each on multimeter). Put the multimeter on there and when the motor is off it's ~3.4V across the terminals with the wall adapter (as expected; this is the same voltage from the wall adapter, 3V@1A). Motor on the voltage across the terminals drops to ~1.4V. Two D batteries reading ~1.4V each are reading 1.8V under load on the unit. Any ideas? Outside my troubleshooting expertise here! Edit: this was self-inflicted. Bit heavy on new grease. Wiped that down, works like a champ!

@nivlem0725 5 лет назад

Do you know how would be the connection for 2 or more booster in just one ac plug?

@mccord50 5 лет назад

Sorry, but I do not have any experience wiring multiple boosters to a single plug. However, I imagine you would want to connect them in a parallel circuit to avoid voltage drop and ensure amperage is sufficient to run them simultaneously. Good luck!

@vilekyle22 5 лет назад

All boosters wired to a central control board with dimmer switches controlling the speed of each booster! Do it and post a vid! That would be the tits!

@ChaosCanyon 3 года назад

Great idea!

@richrollar4840 2 года назад

I have some old school superchargers with speed control that require 3 d batteries. I’m wondering if this mod will work?

@mccord50 2 года назад

Rich, thank you for your comment. Yes, a charger that uses three (3) D-cells is running on a nominal voltage of 4.5 volts (1.5 volts per cell), so you can easily use this same mod with a different power adapter. The modification to the booster is exactly the same, but instead of a 3-volt DC adapter you’ll need to use a 4.5 or 5 volt adapter. Be sure the current output is at least 1-amp (1,000 mA) or better (I like to use 2-amp adapters) for best results. The adapters are readily available on sites like Ebay for about $6. Good luck with your project.

@dipopapo 2 года назад

Hi, do you know what kind of DC motor that used in hot wheels booster?

@mccord50 2 года назад

Sorry, no.

@mccord50 8 месяцев назад

Hmmm. Curious. Does it run fine under load with just batteries? I assume batteries are removed when using adapter, so no possibility of 2x voltage. Other than checking for mis-wiring or a short and verifying adapter output with a multi-meter, I have no other ideas. Good luck.

@CCProdigy 8 месяцев назад

batteries work just fine, i have a 3 prong jack but i remove the batteries anyway. ive verified with a multi-meter and its all wired correctly.

@alejandrooliva1788 5 лет назад

Hi, i followed your instructions, but i noticed that booster is more powerfull with adapter and is too strong. Used a variable voltage adapter with 3 volts and 1amp. Can you asist me please? Thanks

@mccord50 5 лет назад

Javier, Thank you for your comment. Motor speed is proportional to applied voltage, so not sure what could be the problem. If both batteries and the adapter supply 3 volts DC, the adapter should not run the motor much faster. If the batteries are old (i.e. partially discharged) it is normal to see a slight speed increase when the adapter supplies the full 3-volts. However, if you are seeing a dramatic difference something is wrong. One thing that might cause this is incorrect wiring, that puts both batteries and adapter in series, resulting in a total of 3V + 3V = 6 volts being applied. Are you having the problem only when batteries and adapter are used together? If not, I recommend using a multimeter to check the voltage output of your variable adapter. If you are using both together please read my warnings about battery over-charge, and see my other video about using a 3-pin socket. Good luck.

@chacaabbaylee768 3 месяца назад

I used to always solder wires to the negative and positive battery terminals(using basic USB micro B cord, as it has less wires than a micro type C. For those curious about gauge). And then ran whatever I wired up with a 10,000maH power bank to power it so that it wasn't too overloaded

@suradlimustofa2408 3 года назад

Hello sir, can I used adaptor out put :12.0v / 1.5A.?

@mccord50 3 года назад

I don’t know what type of booster you are trying to modify, but 12V sounds like too much. You should count the number of batteries as each battery typically provides 1.5 volts. Therefore a two-battery booster normally runs on just three volts.

@FowlesIverson 4 года назад

My hotwheels track takes 4 "D" batteries, totaling 6v.... so, should I purchase a 6v 1 amp power supply or a 6v 2 amp supply? Any ideas?

@mccord50 4 года назад

I've converted a Hot Wheels Criss Cross Crash set, which normally runs on 4-D cell batteries, and it ran successfully on three differently sized AC to 6VDC adapters - 500mA, 1A, and 2A. However, I've found the 500mA can be a tad underpowered in some cases. I typically source them on eBay and a search on "AC Power Adapter 6V" revealed availability as low as $4 for a 6V/2A adapter with free shipping. Because the price difference is small between them I would recommend a minimum of 1A, and you won't hurt anything going up to 2A if you want to ensure no shortage of power.

@FowlesIverson 4 года назад

@@mccord50, awesome! Thanks for the reply and the info!

@matthewalsup9940 4 года назад

What is the female connector called. I am having trouble finding one

@mccord50 4 года назад

Hello Matthew. An internet search for "DC connector female panel mount" should return some good results. Just ensure the male & female ends you buy are the same size. I use the 5.5mm standard for both. Depending on your application you may want it with a pigtail or without (for panel mounting). Note they also come in 2-pin or 3-pin options. I originally used 2-pin, but now utilize the 3-pin type. The wiring is a little trickier, but 3-pin type will safely isolate the batteries when the unit is run on AC thereby eliminating the potential for battery overcharging. My videos illustrating how to wire both types of sockets are posted on RU-vid. Be safe and have fun.

@matthewalsup9940 4 года назад

@@mccord50 thank you

@CCProdigy 8 месяцев назад

so i did this, the motor works with no gear or friction on the motor, but as soon as i put the gear in and try to turn it on, it acts like it wants to start for a split second then stops. it will repeat this process until i turn it off. i have a 3-12v universal adapter that outputs 1 amp. i tried a 3-12v universal that outputs 2 amps but it did the same exact thing but faster. any help would be appreciated!

@CCProdigy 8 месяцев назад

im also trying to modify the booster from this set if it helps: Action Epic Crash Dash Track Set

@mccord50 8 месяцев назад

What voltage setting are you using on the adapter and how many 1.5v batteries does the booster need?

@CCProdigy 8 месяцев назад

@@mccord50 4 d cell batteries, im using the 6v setting on my adapter, ive tried 5 and 7.5 but same results.

@atticusmaytrap5702 6 лет назад

i do adore the internet. I unboxed this very item for my son on saturday and immediately thought that it needed to be converted to a more consistant power supply - low and behold, the internet delivered, bravo good sir. I've located the AC / DC adapater on amazon quite easily, the only thing im having trouble sourcing are the requisite plug that needs to be mounted / soldered to the unit itself. Can you give me any more information on them? I understand they are for security cameras but my searches thus far are not proving fruitful

@mccord50 6 лет назад

Hi Atticus. Thank you for your comment and question. Assuming your AC to DC adapter has a 5.5mm x 2.1 mm plug end, the female socket you need is properly described as: "5.5 x 2.1mm DC Power Supply Jack Socket Female Panel Mount 3-Pin Connector". A search on Amazon or ebay will return many inexpensive sources. The sockets are sold in 2-pin and 3-pin configurations. I now recommend using 3-pin type, even though this video shows a 2-pin socket being installed. The 2-pin socket installation is easier, but as I wrote in description above, there is a danger if the booster is powered with AC when batteries are in the compartment. The 3-pin socket is preferred because when properly wired it will automatically isolate the batteries when the AC/DC adapter is used. This safety feature will prevent uncontrolled overcharging of the batteries which could cause explosion, leakage, or fire. There is plenty of info on the web explaining how to wire 3-pin sockets. Good luck with your booster.

@atticusmaytrap5702 6 лет назад

excellent, thanks for the tip. The ACDC adapter i found has interchangeable plugs in a variety of sizes, so i started searching female sockets to match - 5.5 x 2.5 seeming to be the most readily available - but only found 3-pin configurations, figured they were unsuitable for the task - but if you say they are preferable its all sorted then, thanks so much for your help

@edknight100 3 года назад

Hi Atticus. I'm planning on adapting my son's set too. How did you get on?

@codycast 5 лет назад

Will a higher amp adapter make it faster? Or will the 1amp already satisfy all the motor can do anyway?

@mccord50 5 лет назад

In this case it is voltage, not current which determines motor speed. A one (1) amp power supply is more than adequate for a typical two (2) battery Hot Wheels power booster. If you want higher speeds a variable voltage power supply, or higher voltage DC adapter works nicely. However, going more than 50-100% over stock voltage is not recommended.

@vilekyle22 5 лет назад

I directly wired it to an outlet plug and I blew one up. I rigged another one and ran it to the wall and that sucker was waaaaaay to fast! I put a dimmer knob and it worked like an accellerator. The problem is that 90% of its range was too fast.

@zaccaldwell 5 лет назад

@@vilekyle22 man, I really hope this isn't true.

@vilekyle22 5 лет назад

@@zaccaldwell that's what happened in my world. More experiments needed....

@zaccaldwell 5 лет назад

@@vilekyle22 That electricity is no joke my friend. Play safe ✌️

@yohaneswijaya1438 2 года назад

Hi, my hot wheels power not working once i open the battery there some rust in it. Any chance to fix this? Thank You

@mccord50 2 года назад

If the corrosion inside the battery compartment is minor you might be able to clean it off with an old toothbrush dipped in vinegar (see other RU-vid videos on this method). If the battery contacts are beyond repair you can still perform this modification, simply intercept the wires elsewhere inside the booster housing and forget about the battery compartment terminals. Good luck.

@yohaneswijaya1438 2 года назад

@@mccord50 thank you. At the moment I’m using foil paper on both side and works. Is it gonna be last? Or better clean and replace the part near the compartment. Thanks

@kyleyoung17 3 года назад

Im not sure why hot wheels didnt just do this from the beginning. Great I instructions!

@mccord50 3 года назад

Indeed! Since making this video I’ve converted many other battery operated toys. the same way. A bonus is being able to reuse the same AC adapter on multiple toys (so long as voltage is the same of course). Have fun and thanks for the comment.

@chrisknigge5750 2 года назад

Man you should buy one of the Amazon ones and let me know why this works great on the vintage ones but not on those. Seems like the newer ones need more amperage.

@mccord50 Год назад

Hmmm. Curious. Chris, can you post a photo of the booster or clarify what set uses the booster that you believe needs more amperage? Thanks for your comment.

@toyscatsfun 5 лет назад

Super vidéo ! Pouvez-vous me dire la largeur exact du passage de la voiture (Sans compter les grosses roues) Merci. 😁

@mccord50 5 лет назад

The opening width between the hard plastic side walls (not including the soft rollers) varies from approximately 4.10 cm at the top to about 3.75 cm at the bottom near the track.

@toyscatsfun 5 лет назад

@@mccord50 Thank you very very Much 🤗

@cyrussantiago8851 5 лет назад

Can i use a 3v 72watt adapter? Thanks

@mccord50 5 лет назад

If this is a “universal” adapter with multiple voltages you should be okay. Although 72-watts is much more power than a Hot Wheels booster needs, the surplus amperage in your oversized adapter will just remain untapped. A dual battery, 3-volt, Hot Wheels booster like the one in this video will run fine with only 1-amp (I.e. 3 watts). While your adapter could work just fine, using grossly oversized adapters is not good practice. A good article on AC adapters can be found here: dfarq.homeip.net/what-you-need-to-know-to-safely-replace-or-substitute-ac-adapters/ Best of luck with your project and let us know how it works out.

@cyrussantiago8851 5 лет назад

@@mccord50 thanks for the info mate! God bless

@cyrussantiago8851 5 лет назад

Just checked it. It says 3v 5amps I hope its ok. Just ordered it online

@mccord50 5 лет назад

Should be fine.

@tricelbor 4 года назад

can i use 2 amps?

@mccord50 4 года назад

Yes. A 2 amp power supply will work fine on this type of booster, so long as voltage is correct.

@randomstuff53078 7 месяцев назад

Sell this ?

@robertheuer7670 2 года назад

brushless motor and a lipo?

@mccord50 2 года назад

Ha! Love it. Be sure to post a link if you make a video.

@robertheuer7670 2 года назад

@@mccord50 i sadly dont have any hotwheels tracks any more 😔 was just a thought maybe someone will build one and make a video..i enjoyed this video though

@craiggowing2701 4 года назад

Beauty.

@nathanheuft5575 5 лет назад

If you ran this while plugged into the wall with the batteries in, the batteries explode don't they? Edited So I see in a reply further down in the comments that yes they could.

@mccord50 5 лет назад

Short answer - Yes, they might. For a better explanation check out my updated power booster mod video at: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WJpLbxyECsE.html When a 2-pin receptacle is used there is nothing to prevent AC current from reaching the batteries, and because it has no protective circuitry like you would find in a battery recharger, the potential exists to overcharge the batteries. Therefore, when you modify a booster with a 2-pin receptacle as shown in this earlier video it is very important to use either AC power or batteries, but never both at the same time. My newer video shows how a 3-pin receptacle allows you to safely keep batteries in the booster while also running on AC. I encourage you to check it out. Good luck.

@AllenSorensen 4 года назад

This is the kind of engineering I was looking for!

@josec3170 4 года назад

mod it to use 14500 batteries? 2 14500 battery in parallel maybe add in micro usb charger and throw in "life hack' music cause hot wheels is still popular and has been since u an i were kids and will always be

@bahai86 4 года назад

Anyone knows if i can use 12v 1amp for this motor?

@mccord50 4 года назад

Hello, and thanks for your question. While it may be possible to operate a 3V motor at 12V, it is not recommended, and I don't believe you would get good results. However, your question did motivate me to create a new video demonstrating the effect of varying voltage from 3-9 volts on a similar booster. You can see it here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TMD4fqPyK_A.html

@bahai86 4 года назад

@@mccord50 thank you sir for the demonstration. I now have a different problem. Due to increasing the voltage, the motor gear teeth all broke. Now im still looking for gear replacement inorder to continue playing.😅

@dennishagans6339 3 года назад

I recently bought a 1969 Rod runner set off E-bay, I then bought the Hot Wheels Track Builder Unlimited Power Boost Box, a complete set with a 2 lane power booster. ran the track and had the 2 lane banked curves on each end, out of all the cars I tried only a couple would stay on the track for about 4 laps, the heavier cars won't even complete one lap and the lighter cars end up flying off the track at the curves, so I just changed from the 2 lane banked curves to the 4 single lane and covered red/clear curves that came with the booster box set and that is even worse no cars will stay on the track, the second they exit the red and covered curve they fly off the track. the booster is very fast with no way to lower the speed. I did modify the booster so that it does not need batteries with a 6-volt dc power pack, it provides the exact same voltage as the 4 in series D batteries, I took a voltage reading of the wires exiting the battery compartment and it was 6 volts exactly as it should be with 4 1.5 volt D batteries in series. the whole point was that I wanted to be able to run 2 cars on a power boosted oval track I have over 200.00 just in acquiring what I needed to build a two-lane oval with a power booster and it is a complete failure, I even tried running the higher sidewall track from the booster to the 2 lane banked curves as many cars tend to fly off before getting to the curve and most flew off halfway through the curve. from the booster to the curves is about 6 feet, as I needed that much for the track coming out of the wide booster to squeeze down to the narrow 2 lane banked curves. I wanted to build a normal oval race track and even bought a 1969 lap counter separately. now I am thinking I will just sell all of it on E-bay together both sets, and all of the cars about 70-80, and call it a lesson in futility, and get out of the hot wheels business altogether.

@youtubefireworks 3 года назад

If you are smart. You REPLACE THE SHITTY FOAM PIECES FOR RUBBER. Sorry I just hate when they try to cheap out. They may be a child but they deserve the best.

@leeshepherd5669 9 месяцев назад

I did the 70's Super charger

@mccord50 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on your mod. Perhaps you can share some photos or details of how you made connections? I have had limited success with the Super Chargers due to the enclosure being glued (not screwed) and therefore difficult to access internals.

@leeshepherd5669 9 месяцев назад

it works with the battery contacts

@leeshepherd5669 9 месяцев назад

@@mccord50 They really did glue them Super charges tight WOW! I cut the TOP gently got the lid off .. I has one whiich pulled open easily