PINEWOOD DERBY
Event Date: March 1st, 3:00pm to 6:00pm at Covenant Presbyterian
Car Workshop Date: February 21st, 10am for block cutting, February 28th at 3pm for other work
Pinewood Derby Chair: Jen Magro
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The Pinewood Derby is an exciting, timed race with trophies for the winners! ... and a lot more besides!
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Cub Scouts begin with an official Pinewood Derby Race Car kit, create a design, carve it from the wood block provided in the kit, and detail it with paint, decals and other accessories - then perfect strategies to compete in the Pinewood Derby. It’s s a wonderful learning experience centered on teamwork, ingenuity and sportsmanship – all for the thrill of the race and a lifetime of great memories to share with fellow racers young and old.
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Prior to the event, there will be a Pinewood Derby Workshop with power saws, sanders and other tools, for families who don't usually woodwork!
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The Rules: Pinewood Derby Rules - Pack 11
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Pack 11 Pinewood Derby Rules:
All cars must pass the following inspection to qualify for the race, and must be newly made cars. Do not use previously made cars.
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Derby Car Dimensions
1. The overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
2. The overall width of the car shall not exceed 2 ¾ inches.
3. The car must have 1 ¾” clearance between the wheels.
4. The car must have 3/8” clearance underneath the body so it does not rub on the track.
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Derby Car Weight
1. The car shall not exceed 5.0 ounces.
2. The official race scale that is used at car check-in shall be considered final. This scale will be available for use before the race.
Derby Car Modifications
1. The official pine wood block must be used. The block may be shaped in any way that is desired.
2. Official BSA wheels must be used. The wheels may not be cut, drilled, beveled or rounded. You may remove the seams and imperfections from the wheels.
3. The axles that came with the kit must be used; they may be polished and lubricated. They may be bent, but all four wheels must touch the track.
4. Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited.
5. Only dry lubricant is permitted.
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Race Day Rules
1. Once a car passes inspection and is entered into the race, only race committee members may touch it.
2. If the car loses a wheel, or is otherwise damaged, the racer shall have 5 minutes to make repairs.
3. Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it will be allowed to compete.
4. The Inspection Committee has the responsibility to disqualify those cars that do not meet these rules.
