Build
5.0 oz
How much can the Pinewood Derby car weigh?
Congratulations!
What do you say to the winner of a race?
The force that is applied to the Pinewood Derby car to make it move.
What is gravity?
This comes in 220, 600, and even 1000 grit.
What is sandpaper?
This starting point at the top of the track is where cars begin their speedy journey.
What is the starting gate (or ramp)?
2 3/4 inches
How wide can the Pinewood Derby car be?
Thank you.
What do you say when someone congratulates you?
This is what causes the Pinwood Derby car to slow down.
What is friction?
A technique that helps paint bond to a surface.
What is priming?
Scouts cheer loudly for this, the moment when cars cross the line to determine the winner.
What is the finish line?
7 inches
How long can the Pinewood Derby car be?
Can I help?
What do you ask after the race is over?
This causes the motion of an object to change directions.
What is force?
Placing the weight here will make the car go faster on the straightaway compared to being faster off the starting block.
Where is in the back of the car?
In elimination races, losing cars are out, but winners advance to this next level of competition.
What are heats (or rounds)?
This metal component, often polished for speed, serves as the car's rotating shafts.
What are axles?
Following all the race rules, even when no one's watching, demonstrates this important quality in every participant.
What is honesty (or integrity)?
Aligning wheels perfectly minimizes this wobbling effect that can cause energy loss during the race.
What is vibration (or wheel misalignment)?
This glossy coating, applied after painting, protects the car's finish and enhances its shine.
What is clear coat (or varnish)?
This official uses a flag or signal to start the race fairly for all cars.
Who is the race starter (or judge)?
To meet weight limits, builders commonly add these metallic discs or strips inside the car body.
What are weights (or tungsten weights)?
If a scout notices another car's wheel is loose, doing this without being asked shows true team spirit.
What is offering to help fix it?
The car's stored energy at the top of the track converts to this moving energy as it races downhill.
What is kinetic energy?
For a sleek look, builders often use this technique to shape the car's body into aerodynamic forms like wedges.
What is sanding (or carving)?
Besides speed, some derbies award prizes for this, like "Most Creative" or "Best Paint Job."
What are special categories (or design awards)?