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I'm near Six Flags just over the border in IL A bit far. I'll ponder it for a bit.

Where in Wisconsin?

Lol

Is there anything going on near Chicago or Milwaukee?

Yeah it blew me away! And we're going from what appeared to be a BestTrack to a wood center rail track

Unfortunately they are more restrictive.

Thank you

Thank you everyone for helping us out! My son placed 3rd overall so we're on to Districts. He loved polishing the axles and using the drill press.

I'm looking at a ladder car and trying to optimize with the following rules. OFFICIAL PINEWOOD DERBY RULES 1. Car Design and Awards: There will be awards for the appearance of the car and all cars that enter will receive an award. Anyone who finishes a car is a winner, be it Best Design, Best...

Thank you. That is exactly the guidance I needed.

What kind of weight distribution is ideal for this? It looks like I will only need to run 3 wheels. I know to trim in the DFW. What kind of ratios are ideal? I'll be able to trim this body way down in weight. I picked up a variety of weights and sizes from TX . I also want to talk about weight...

I'm thinking this is the best way. Do you have any recommendations or tips for doing so?

What I was leaning toward was instead of drilling i could lightly saw into it in order to give it the cant that I want. I picked up 4 total kits so I can pick and choose between the wheels and axles. Plus I wanted a few blocks in case something doesn't come out perfect.

Where do you recommend going to get this printed?

I was debating canting them by cu He will be. He's 7 but is going to have a ton of fun cutting things out.