Derby Talk

In our pack, each kid/parent is responsible for their own kits. Local scout supplier has them for #3.55 including taxes.

I agree with Da Graphite Kid, the Pro-Body Tool is the way to go. I use it and it gets our alignment dead on. In fact, last year a couple of the scouts in my sons den saw me using it and asked me to check their alignment. It was money well spent!

I typed "Pinewood Derby" into E-bay and was checking out some cars. This guy is selling this really nice-looking car: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3165114280&category=19015 The guy put a lot of effort into it and, at first glance, it looks to be a super car. ...

I was wondering who makes/sells the best speed axles? I usually polish my own axles but time is of the essence. Since I am permitted to use them, I would like to try them. What are your thoughts and experience with these?

Here are some pics of my son's recent Pinewood Derby car. It was an informal race with no weigh in. When we checked in at 9:00am for the campout, we were given a new kit. We could work on the car until race time (5:00pm) if we wanted. We chose other scout activities until lunch, then worked on the c...

Basically, I fill imperfections with wood putty, sand, and apply several coats of sanding sealer (sanding between each coat), and then applying several light coats of paint. I have tried several brands of spray paint, but when I apply the clear coat (same brand as paint), it acts like it does not w...