Electric Start/Finish gates

LONE_WOLF_RACING Sunday, 3/2/2025

I am looking to get my practice/drag track going and want to be able to see if I am making any speed strides. All I can find available is the Playrobotics one. 

Does anyone know where other are available? I have looked at Slanman and even JHL Kraft but none seem available for sale. 

Also, does anyone have a working old one or the likes that they would be willing to sell?

Thx everyone for your help/or suggestions...


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You can also try Russell at Spoolheads. Or you can make your own with an arduino, a servo, a screen and some switches. It's relatively easy but just seems overwhelming to start with.


  • Thx — LONE_WOLF_RACING
  • If you decide to build your own, https://www.dfgtec.com/pdt is what I used to build mine. Free Arduino code, schematics, a guide. — X2Whiskey

I have a Slanman customs setup and think it works great. No programming required. 

Lloyd

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FWIW, here's a running list of systems and finish lines. It should be relatively current but I'm sure there are many out there in general.

www.redlinederby.com/topic/list-of-retail-finish-lines-and-starting-gates/3331

Reach out to Slamman through Facebook its probably the best way to get a hold of him. His Etsy store is never up to date.

I can recommend Spoolheads. Love mine. 

I have no experience with Slanman or Playrobotics, but they look good on videos I've seen.

I do not recommend JLH Krafts.  Mine had a very short lifespan. Design flaws.


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