Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Grand Prix Racing Car Construction
Pay very careful attention to safety, have a qualified adult perform all cutting!
Cutting
Cut the 1/2" sides for the car from light pine.. Regulations permit a total width of 2 3/4". | Main block with cut sides. If judges give a problem with sides, refer to the instruction manual that has an advertisement for accessories selling sides. | Cut wheel wells with hole saw. | Keep all parts dry and away from water, which can increase weight. |
Check that parts match up. | Carefully cut main block and sides. | Check alignment. | Main block will need to be hollowed to compensate for weight added by sides. |
Drill pilot holes for coping saw. | Hollowed main block. | Preassembly. | |