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Category: Pinewood Derby
Pinewood Derby® Speed Tips
First of all, I would like to say that bandsaws are very efficient finger removing machines. NEVER ALLOW A CHILD TO OPERATE A BANDSAW! That said, I have made lots of these cars, and have learned a little bit about…
Pinewood Derby® Plans
One of the funnest events in cub scouting is the pinewood derby. Below are free plans to pinewood derby cars I have found to be very successful. My personal recommendation is the Flying Wedge. It is not the prettiest car,…
Pinewood Derby Speed Video – Wheel Mandrels
Wheel mandrels are one of the few special tools I recommend purchasing. There is not really a good way to clean up the wheels without them. I found mine at Hobby Lobby our local scout store stocks them, too.
Pinewood Derby Photo Gallery
Here is Vuk’s Car. This flying wedge took first place in the pack… Mike and his son sent us photos of their Hot Rod – Looks Great! Love those headers. Best of luck to you guys. Here is Hot Rod…
Pinewood Derby® Physics
Physics plays an important role in the design of a pinewood derby car. Here are a few areas where physics applies: Air Resistance Friction Potential Energy Rotational Inertia Of all of these, friction and air resistance are the most well…
Pinewood Derby Books
Here are a few books from Amazon.com that can help you do your best at the pinewood derby. Be sure to check out our free plans, too (click here). Pinewood Derby Speed Secrets: Design and Build the Ultimate Car Pinewood…