Pinewood Derby

CAR SPECIFICATIONS:

Width — 2 3/4"

Length — 7"

Weight — Not over 5 ounces

Width between wheels — 1 3/4"

Bottom clearance between car and track — 3/8"

RULES:

• Wheel bearings, washers and bushings are prohibited.

• The car shall not ride on springs.

• Only official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby wheels and axles are permitted.

• Only dry lubricant is permitted.  Must be applied prior to arrival at the race location.  We want to avoid any graphite spills!

• Details, such as steering wheel and driver are permissible as long as these details do not exceed the maximum length, width and weight specifications.

• The car must be free-wheeling, with no starting devices.

• Each car must pass inspection, the owner will be informed of the reason for failure, and will be given time within the official weigh-in time period to make adjustments.