Base correction illustration

[nefgm.org]

Pretty simple illustration to correct a base that is not running straight or to tweak a base to turn to a particulat direction. Thanks to Steve Miles for posting on the MFCA FB group page. 

Edited July 17, 2022 by nefgm.org

[Terry Bollea]

What if my TTC base goes in circles no matter how I turn the dial.  What is the issue then?  Sorry I am completely new to all this and a bit frustrated.

[nefgm.org]

Prongs are uneven in length. Prongs should all be the same length in order for a base to run straight. Check this first.

Could be another issue such as one or more prongs slanted back or forward more than the others. All shoud be slanted the same.

Base needs to set level on the gameboard and figures need to be balanced, not leaning right or left. 

Tweaking is a science and an art. Takes a lot of trial and error, practice and patience, and unfortunately a lot of ruined bases. 

Best thing to do is put a base on a figure and work with that base and figure combination until you get it do do what you want. 

[zak99b5]

Bases that don't seem to work at all are great candidates for your initial tweaking tries.  It's already "bad," so you can't really ruin it.  But you just might improve it!

[Terry43]

On 10/20/2023 at 8:39 PM, Terry Bollea said:

What if my TTC base goes in circles no matter how I turn the dial. 

Does the base run fast?

If yes, then that TTC base is trying to tell you it is a Looper (Edge Rusher). That guy is going to get more QB sacks and tackles for lost yards than you have hashmarks on your field. 😃👍

Is the base strong? If yes then the base is trying to tell you it is an offensive lineman. If it turns to the left then it is a left guard or left tackle. If it turns to the right then it is a right guard or right tackle. 💪 😃

Is the base fast and strong? OMG. You might very well have a tailback. 🐎

Plastic has memory. Tweaking will cause a temporary change in behavior but the plastic will want to change back to its shape when it left the mold. If you work with the base's natural tendencies then the base will perform better for longer.

Enjoy the Journey    T43   ⚡🏈♾️

[zak99b5]

Funny--in the lineman scenario, I'd put him at right guard or tackle.  I like my O linemen to curve to the center and form a wall, behind which the RB can run.  Of course you can swap them to the other side when needed for the specific play at hand...

[Terry43]

22 hours ago, zak99b5 said:

I like my O linemen to curve to the center and form a wall

Hi zak99b5. I think we're saying the same thing. 😃👍  Here's a picture of what I meant.

Enjoy the Journey   T43   ⚡🏈♾️

[Curt]

On 10/25/2023 at 9:15 AM, nefgm.org said:

Prongs are uneven in length. Prongs should all be the same length in order for a base to run straight. Check this first.

Could be another issue such as one or more prongs slanted back or forward more than the others. All shoud be slanted the same.

Base needs to set level on the gameboard and figures need to be balanced, not leaning right or left. 

Tweaking is a science and an art. Takes a lot of trial and error, practice and patience, and unfortunately a lot of ruined bases. 

Best thing to do is put a base on a figure and work with that base and figure combination until you get it do do what you want. 

Really good information, thanks much...! I plan on working with these when Season 19 is complete, and Season 20 begins. 🙂