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Machine
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
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Featuring the most innovative asymmetrical core design today, Track is excited to announce the Machine, which is specifically designed to produce the strongest midlane/backend combination in the history of Track innovations. The unique biaxial, u-shaped flip block arms have been modified to a .025 Mass Bias which dynamically is the strongest core ever introduced in the Track line. Wrapped around the Machine is the potent Fang LSâ„¢ coverstock with a compound finish.

Machine Specs
Hook Rating 42-34  
Length 4.8  
Backend 9.7  
Core Technology Robo core  
Core Power N/A  
RG 2.52  
Differential 0.052  
Determinator Spin Time 5.4  
Flare Potential 7  
Coverstock Fang LS  
Friction Rating N/A  
Finish Compound-polish  
Polish Magic Shine  
Reaction Shape Strong Arc  
Lane Condition Medium

 

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Re: Machine
« Reply #1 on: March 22, 2006, 11:40:58 AM »
Had this ball for couple of weeks now. Drilled pin over ring finger 5 1/2
by 2.  Love the roll of the ball with the robo core.  With the pearl cover
it gets through the heads with ease with a very powerful backend motion. Nothing less than 700 the last 3 weeks in league. Going to State tournament
next weekend will post another review then.

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Re: Machine
« Reply #2 on: March 23, 2006, 04:47:44 PM »
Ball: Pin 4 1/2 from PAP 2 1/4 above my midline MB 4 inches from PAP. I left the factory finish on the ball.

Lane Conditions: 36ft buffed to 44ft heavy oil in the middle, tapers out to the gutter. Wood lanes

HOOK:
Heavy Oil- The Machine is very interesting. It can cover anything form medium to heavy conditions. With a coverstock adjustment to a lower grit I believe the Machine would cover heavy oil with ease.

Medium Oil- With the OOB finish the Machine can cover medium patterns. For a bowler with alot of hand they may need to put a coat of Magic Shine on it. With the OOB finish most bowlers are going to need to keep it in the oil as long as possible.

Light Oil- Being asymmetrical and having a MB rating as high as the Machine I believe with the proper layout and surface prep a bowler could get the Machine playable on lighter patterns.........BUT I would not suggest anyone do so. On lighter oil the Machine should stay in the bag.

Total Hook:
The Machine covers a ton of boards, even for those that don't have much hand. Without a surface adjustment you shouldn't attempt to use it on a flood unless you have MEGA REVS on a ball.
9 out of 10

Control:
The Machine helps me control O/U. In order to use the Machine as a control type ball you are going to need to have enough head oil to do so.

Expected Reaction:
I expected the Machine to be exactly what it turned out to be for me. It is the strongest ball I have for league patterns. It clears the heads well and starts a strong midlane roll at about 26-30ft and as the oil changes from heavy to buff it continues the entire way through the pin deck.

Readability:
For me the Machine is far too strong to read a pattern with.

Strengths:
Strong midlane and backend reaction. The Machine handles carrydown very well as long as there is enough head oil left to help the ball retain energy down the lane.

Weaknesses:
With the factory finish the Machine will not be able to handle a flood, but anything under a flood and it is fine. Keep the Machine in the bag whe the lanes are dry, especially if the heads are dry.

Placement:
For me the Machine fits perfectly between the Robo Rule and the Arsenal Artillery. When there is too much oil for the Machine I can grab the Robo and know it will work......and if the Machine makes too strong of a move the Artillery is perfect.

Comments:
The Machine is a special ball. It is one of those balls that comes along and every bowler should have it. It is strong, but it is extremely versatile. I have not found it unplayable on any pattern I have faced with it. Track has hit a homerun with this ball......I just hope bowlers don't miss out on it.


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Re: Machine
« Reply #3 on: March 24, 2006, 01:33:14 PM »
Track Machine
Weight: 15#
Pin: 3.5"
Top Weight: 2.75 oz

Layout:
4 1/2" Pin High Above the Ring Finger. Mass Bias at 30 degrees. Weight Hole 1" past PAP.

First Impressions:
When I first got the Machine, I was very stoked, I had been waiting on a compliment to the Robo Rule and that is exactly what I got. The Machine is best played on medium oil conditions. This ball has a smooth arc reaction shape but doesn't burn up or roll out in the heads!

Oil Conditions:
Heavy Oil -- Ball likes to skate in heavy oil unless played semi-direct. Stood on 22 (which is two boards left of the middle dot) and played between 10 and 15 (2nd and 3rd arrow) and had wonderful success. The ball finishes smoothly and doesn't overreact on the dry but has enough pop to make it back to the pocket on the slick stuff!

Heavy Medium -- I didn't think this ball would like carrydown because of my last experiences with the X-Ception 5.0 not being able to handle; however, the Machine did indeed have enough bite through the carrydown once the lanes started to transistion and make it back to the pocket.

Medium -- This is what shot, in my opinion, the Machine is intended for. When the heads broke down and I had to move left, I had no problem moving five boards left with my feet and could target 16-10 anywhere in that area, and the Machine would still recover!

Medium to Light -- I had to put it away on conditions from here to the dry because the ball was just way too much and I couldn't keep the ball right of the pocket once they transistioned again.

Conclusion:
For a ball to be able to handle the slick stuff to medium conditions proves to me that this is quite the versatile ball. It is just a wonderful piece of equipment from Track and if this is just a small portion of what they have put out for early 2006, I cannot wait on the releases this coming year. This ball reminds me overall of a polished Phenom Unleashed. If you need something to play direct angles on heavy oil, and have to be able to move inside once the lanes transistion, you have got to pick up the Machine. Heavy Track performance at its best!
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Re: Machine
« Reply #4 on: March 28, 2006, 04:32:20 PM »
Drilled 4 ¾ X 5 Pin Above Ring

Tweener with Avg Rev Rate

Patterns Used House Pattern

The Machine is exactly what it’s name says.  For those of you that like length with strong backends this ball is for you.  This ball gives me a hockey stick type motion down the lane.  Strong and continuous with unbelievable hitting power.  This ball works best on medium to medium to oily lane conditions with good backend.  This ball will wiggle a little bit down the lane on carry down and very long patterns.  

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Re: Machine
« Reply #5 on: April 11, 2006, 09:01:19 PM »
Drilled pin 4" below fingers, mass bias 45 deg from thumb.
Used on a house pattern and PBA pattern 1.
If you liked the 5.0 this ball is a must have.  On a medium to medium heavy pattern the Machine will give you decent length and unbelievable backend and hitting power.  It is stronger overall than the 5.0 but mostly on the backends.  I would recommend this ball for anyone looking to handle the medium to medium heavy condition.
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Dwight Albrecht

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Re: Machine
« Reply #6 on: April 13, 2006, 12:05:53 AM »
Track Machine:

Ball Specs
The ball being drilled was a 3” pin out with 3.00 oz top weight.
Drilling: Pin 4" from PAP and Mb 45 degree angle or 4 1/4" from my pap. Pin is above ring finger, 3" above grip midline. Weight Hole on my axis. Initially Factory Polished

Bowler Information:
Track diameter is 10 1/2.
PAP is measured at 5 1/4 over and 3/8" up.
Average ball speed (foul line to head pin) is 17 mph.
Axis rotation is typically 90 degrees
Initial rev rate is typically 300 rpm, "Tweener"
Lane Condition and Pattern:
AMF Bowlero, HPL 9000 Panel. Oil Pattern: Medium Heavy Oil and slightly clean back ends. Fairly Flat condition from edge board to edge board.


Review. I was very excited to try this ball because I have had success with Fang LS coverstock in the past with THE ANIMAL. I was also intrigued with the shape of the weight block.

I tried it at Bowero Lanes on heavy oil and the ball just flat out pushed to far down the lane, never hooked, was disappointed with it initially. I took it back to our shop and sanded it to 4000 abralon pad. It seemed to react better, but I still saw the break point to far down the lane, so I sanded it down to 2000 Abralon and I have to say that This ball is the best Track ball I think I have thrown. Even at 2000 the ball is so clean through the fronts and now has strong hook with out skidding past the break point. Even when the heads go or the track forms I can move in and still get the recovery on the backs. Many 700's with this ball at the 2000 surface. One of all time Favorites.

In closing, if you want to throw this ball factory polished you will need friction and alot of hand otherwise expect the ball to skid a long way down the lane. Try 2000 or 4000 Abralon if you truly want to try a special ball.
Thanks for reading my review.
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Re: Machine
« Reply #7 on: April 22, 2006, 02:59:11 PM »
I could not wait for this ball because of the success I have had with the Robo (300, 838).
Drilled 4 1/2 X 3 1/4 x 2 1/2 above mid-line.
Particle pearl cover gets down the lane with ease, and the Large mass bias doesn't need much friction to kick it over. Ball corners extremely hard (not a snap, but a strong arc), and continues on through the pins.
This ball to me is the perfect combination of Power and Control. I may have expected a little more hook, but am pleasantly suprised and extremely pleased  with what I have since throwing out the misconceptions. A truly GREAT ball. It is my new Mastercard, I won't leave home without it, or two!
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Re: Machine
« Reply #8 on: May 02, 2006, 10:25:43 PM »
Sorry for the long wait on this review my computer has been down and finally got it back up, so here is the awaited review all the way from Canada, on the MACHINE!!!!!  Drill Pattern, 3 5/8" by 3", pin 3 1/2 above midline, no balance hole.  This ball is very clean in the fron part of the lane, with great pick up in the midlane, and when this ball see's friction it starts heading left.  When I was testing this ball on a house shot, it didnt matter how much I missed to the right with this ball, it just recovered and made it back with ease.  This ball also keeps the pins moving and moving fast aswell as keeps them low.  This ball I kept at box finish.  This ball is very versatile and you can play pretty much any where on the lane.  For the bowler that is looking for a ball that will hook and read the friction, dont look any further.  For the tournament bowler it is a must have in your bag.  If you like the Xception then you will definently want this ball in your hands.  This ball is a great fit between the Robo Rule and the Xception 5.0.  Keep your eyes open for my next review...  I am out of here from Canada!!!!! LATA!!!

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Re: Machine
« Reply #9 on: May 02, 2006, 11:24:53 PM »
Recently drilled this ball I am a mildly rev dominant player an I drilled it 5-1/2 by 3-3/4 pin 3 inches above the midline just above the middle finger.I also put a light coat of magic shine on it. The ball rolls easily through the fronts and then reacts stong but smooth off the dry, it allows me to get a little deeper than normal and still get recovery. I have had success both swinging it and throwing it pretty straight. All in all this is an awesome release from Track.
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Re: Machine
« Reply #10 on: May 02, 2006, 11:25:41 PM »
Recently drilled this ball I am a mildly rev dominant player an I drilled it 5-1/2 by 3-3/4 pin 3 inches above the midline just above the middle finger.I also put a light coat of magic shine on it. The ball rolls easily through the fronts and then reacts stong but smooth off the dry, it allows me to get a little deeper than normal and still get recovery. I have had success both swinging it and throwing it pretty straight. All in all this is an awesome release from Track.
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Re: Machine
« Reply #11 on: May 24, 2006, 07:14:38 PM »
I just bought the Machine from Todd Adams Pro Shop in Sacramento 3 weeks ago. I used it out of box and did not have time to practice with it before my league on Tuesday night.  I used it for the first time on my Tuesday night league and did not know what to expect.  I started out with the first 10 strikes and ended up with a 289, then I shot 236 and 259 for a out the box 784. I went on vacation last week and just got back last Sunday so I used the ball for the second time last night.  I started out slow with 180 because I trying to find a line.  Once I got lined up I shot 279 and the finished with a 300 for 759.  This ball is awesome and hits harder then any ball I currently have.  The ball has a strong arcing reaction that clears the heads easily.  I can throw this ball on a deep inside oil line and it still gets back to the pocket.  Track has produces a winner with the Machine.

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Re: Machine
« Reply #12 on: May 26, 2006, 01:53:12 AM »
I Finally got to use the Machine this week, I drilled it pin 4 1/2 and mb 3" left of thumb (I'm lefty) pin 3" above center line. The house shot was a bit much in the middle but I was able to keep it in the pocket most of the time and WOW this ball got a lot of power at entry. Playing at 2nd arrow the ball reaction was mush more of what I expected. Still had tons of juice in the strike zone. As I moved to the 1st Arrow It wanted to jump early and I had to loop it to the break point, The ball still had plenty of power and scored well on all the lines, It did want to skate out in the middle a few times but works the best in medium oil, Looking forward to put it on a 35 sport this weekend.
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Re: Machine
« Reply #13 on: May 30, 2006, 04:51:06 PM »
My specs are in profile.

Ball specs: 15 pounds, 2 ounces. 2.5 ounces of top weight with a 3 inch pin.

I wanted this ball to replace my Xception 5.0 and Mutant Mania. Both particle pearls with asymmetrical cores. After doing my research, I found that this ball would be the perfect fit.

Ended up with the pin under ring, mass bias 2 inches right of thumb. Due to the strength of this mass bias I didn't want the mass bias too close to my VAL.

First time out was after league. Med. heads, spotty mids and backends. Was able to stand on 25 and swing over 13 out to 8 with ease. This ball read the mids nicely and roared back to the pocket. The hit was nothing short of AMAZING. After all, it is a Track ball. Excellent carry with this ball.

Next time out was on a fresh league shot. Med/Hvy heads, clean backends. Was able to play the same line as above with ease. Ball read the mids and then turned the corner and crushed the rack. Shot my first 300 with this ball the fourth time out with it. Great control piece for me, especially on heavier mediums. Again, the hit was AMAZING and great carry.

Last time out was a Saturday afternoon. Spotty heads, mids and backends. The lanes were simply too dry for this ball. Had to put it away immediately.

Overall, this is a fantastic ball from Track. It gets through the heads nicely, reads the mids and charges on the backend. It hits like no other ball I have thrown. IMHO, this is the best ball Track has made to date and I am not just saying that because I have a 300 with it. It truly is a great ball. Don't miss out on this one!
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Re: Machine
« Reply #14 on: June 08, 2006, 03:54:22 AM »
I'm in a bit of a slump right now, so this might not be the best time to review this ball, but I'd bought one of these and an Arsenal Angular and wanted to compare the two, so I went to the lanes today for an extended practice session.

Me: Righty, 16-18 mph speed, multiple axes of play, about 300-350 rev rate
The Ball: 14 pounds, Pin under bridge, CG under the ring in the palm, MB at 4 o'clock to the thumb

My driller advised this drill would cause the ball to roll early, and he was right. I bought the ball predrilled with about four games on it, and would have preferred a pin-over-bridge drilling or something weaker than what it has. Had I not been lazy (or cheap, or both), I would have done it.

First, the good: The ball is 14 pounds, yet hits much harder than most of my 14-pound stuff. It easily hits as hard as a 15-pound ball. The core in this thing looks like a cement mixer stood on its rear end. There's nothing weak about this ball.

The strong drilling didn't help me get it out easily, despite the polished mostly-pearl surface. For me, the ball plays best on deep inside angles when there's oil there, because I can utilize its hitting power. If I go outside, the ball has nice recovery built in, although because of the drilling I'm using up a bit of the ball too early.

This ball really needs a little bit of head oil to work. I suspect even weaker drillings will bring the same comments. If I can find another I'll probably buy it and put a weaker drilling on it to compare.

Overall, I was very impressed by the ball's performance, when I had the right axis tilt on it, on the right conditions, thrown over the proper line. It has some versatility built into it, and I could use it on anything from medium wet down to dry. If you're going to use it for heavy oil, I would suggest some surface prep.

But you'll never lack for hitting power. This thing hits, hits, hits.

Jess