Behind the Scenes
September 25, 2026
TIP 1: Remove the Body, Shoes, & SpringsCarefully remove the body so you don’t mess anything up, and set it off to the side. The stock
Your guide to safely cleaning your HO Slot Car Body. We like using Dawn Power Wash — it’s probably the safest option and the most readily available. Oil Eater degreaser also works amazing; you can usually find it at Costco. Spray it on, let it foam and soak, then use a toothbrush to work it into the grease, dirt, and oil. This method cleans without removing paint or decals
The general rule of thumb here is: anywhere you have something rotating use a small amount of oil
In this article we will take a traditionally Painted 917 from ViperScaleRacing.com and turn it into something custom. Check it out…
CMPM, PolyMod, Compression Molded, all terms to describe the same beast. Known officially as the Compression Molded Polymer Modified, these cars are near the top