What tools do I need for Pinewood Derby car?

Tools to help you build your Pinewood Derby Car . It's as easy as ABC!

• Pro Hub Tool. For use with the Pro Wheel Shaver and Pro Hub Shaver.
• Pro Wheel Shaver XT 2. Eliminate Wheel Imperfections.
• Pro Hub Shaver.
• Pro Axle Press.
• Pro Rail Rider Tool.
• Pro Axle Bender.
• Pro Body Tool.
• Pro Body Jig.

In respect to this, what is the best way to make a Pinewood Derby car?

10 Tips and Tricks to a Fast and Cool-Looking Pinewood Derby Car

1. Bake your block.
2. Max out your weight at the regulation 5 ounces.
3. Use all of the graphite (dry lubricant is usually allowed).
4. Sand and polish your wheels and axles.
5. Check alignment.
6. Spend time on sanding.
7. Use a high-quality paint.
8. Add decals!

Likewise, should I bake my Pinewood Derby block? The short answer is no, do not bake the block. The idea behind baking the block is to remove moisture which will make the block lighter. You can then add more weight to the back of the car.

Thereof, how do you put weights on a Pinewood Derby car?

Place a pencil under and across the car one inch in front of the rear axle. This is where the car should balance. Place the flat weight on the top of the car and move it forward and back until the car balances on the pencil. This is where the flat weight should be placed under the block.

Should you sand Pinewood Derby wheels?

Lightly Sanded BSA Wheels This wheel should be legal in pinewood derby races that specify any of the following: Wheel diameter must be greater than 1.18". The wheels may be slightly sanded to remove any mold marks but may not be modified in any other way.

How can I make my Pinewood Derby wheels faster?

How to Build a Fast Pinewood Derby Car in 6 Steps

1. Step 1: Reduce friction to speed up your car.
2. Step 2: Lubricate Axles and Wheels.
3. Step 3: Prepare and Polish Axles - Essential for Speed.
4. Step 4: Balance and tune your Wheels to Maxiumize Speed.
5. Step 5: Add Weight to Increase Inertia.

How do you lubricate Pinewood Derby wheels?

How to use:

1. Put one drop of lubricant on an axle.
2. Tip the axle so down and let the lube flow to the end of the axle.
3. Insert a wheel into the axle.
4. Spin the wheel several times.
5. Remove the axle and wipe off the lubricant with a clean, soft rag.
6. Reinsert the wheel into the axle and attach to your car.

What is a fast Pinewood Derby time?

Pinewood Derby Results. The average times with just weight added was 3.288 seconds. There was 0.188 seconds between the fastest and slowest car, about 23 inches. The average time was 2.994 seconds, about 44 inches faster than without graphite (0.353 seconds).

Are Bent Axles legal in Pinewood Derby?

Axles are LEGAL in all races. LATHED shaft and underside of axle head to remove Crimp marks and Burrs - these must be removed to make your car fast. POLISHED axle shaft to minimize friction, increasing your car speed.

Where is the best place to put weights on a Pinewood Derby car?

PUT MOST OF THE WEIGHT IN THE BACK Science says the heaviest part of your car should be about 1 inch in front of the rear axle.

How much does a Pinewood Derby car weigh out of the box?

5 ounces

What makes Pinewood Derby fast?

Seven Steps for Making the Fastest Pinewood Derby Car. 1. Max out your Pinewood Derby car's weight at 5 ounces and make sure the heaviest part is about 1 inch in front of the rear axle. This is the most important step.

How do you smooth a Pinewood Derby axle?

Use wet/dry sandpaper starting with CAMI 400 grit (30 micron = 30 μm = 0.03 mm). Cut the sandpaper into 1/4" strips that are several inches long. Dip the paper in water and sand the exposed portion of the axle for approximately 30 seconds with the axle rotating at high speed. Don't forget to polish under the axle head.

Where do you put weights on a derby car?

Putting Pinewood Derby Car Weight randomly on your PWD car is not the key to getting the most out of your build. Center of gravity placement should be between 1/2-1″ IN FRONT of REAR axle. This is true for all wheel base types. Whether you are using a standard wheel base or an extended wheel base.

What makes a derby car fast?

Aerodynamics have little effect in such a short race, but weight does and putting the weight at the back of the car will make your car faster on the flat of the track. Tungsten weights, in most cases, are best because of their high density. Lube the car at the body/wheel friction point.

How much does Pinewood Derby block weigh?

approximately 3.4 ounces

What is the best lubricant for pinewood derby cars?

Graphite

How much weight does paint add to a Pinewood Derby car?

4.9 oz

How do you bend the axles on a Pinewood Derby car?

Bend the axles on your pinewood derby car for faster speed. An easy way to insert axles into the car block is to use a drill press. Place the block under the drill press then, with the drill off, lower the chuck until it makes contact with the axle head. Continue lowering until the axle if fully inserted.

How do you balance Pinewood Derby wheels?

All tires are out of balance even though they were turned on a lathe. You then balance out the wheel by removing the excess weight from the heavy side or by adding weight to the light side [by adding nail polish or something] until a balanced wheel is achieved.

How do you ride a Pinewood Derby train?

Steer the Car

1. Insert one of our 1.5 Degree Steering Axles into the right front wheel and into the block. Align the screwdriver slot in the axle head vertically, so the steering slot is straight up and down.
2. Next, you need to measure the car's drift to steer it for rail riding.

What kind of paint do you use on a Pinewood Derby car?

Paint for your Pinewood Derby car. It's as easy as ABC! Use a final gloss clear paint coat to give your car an extra shine. Some people use car wax but clear paint gives better results.