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Building the Fastest Pinewood Derby Car: Speed Secrets for Crossing the Finish Line First!
Building the Fastest Pinewood Derby Car Speed Secrets for Crossing the Finish Line First Author:Troy Thorne There is no secret to creating the fastest pinewood derby car; all racers need is a great design and an understanding of these tips that trick their cars out for maximum speed. In three sections, this handbook takes builders from the beginning of car construction to ultimate derby-winning modifications. The "basic car" section addresses broad bu... more »ilding concerns such as cutting the design, attaching and lubricating the wheels, and balancing the weight. "Winning car" secrets include extending the vehicle base, polishing axles, and modifying and aligning the wheels. Finally, the championship techniques of the "ultimate car" are revealed, allowing builders to shave those last tenths of a second off their times and go home with the trophy.« less