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Finally found a 3 deg drill jig. UPS needs to hurry up so I can test straight canted axles. Fastest time with bent axles 2.552 on a 30ft best track. Pretty disappointing.
 
Awesome. I’m hoping to pick up some time with not having to use bent axles.
 
I don't need this for our scout race...I don't need this for our scout race...I don't need this for our scout race...

If you plan to race with straight axles inserted into holes drilled at an angle, a jig like this one (or SB Pro, or Goatboy Drill Station) is really going to be the way to go. A lot easier to use than something you need to put into a drill press.

I plan to use the clear jig at our upcoming Pack workshop.
 
If you plan to race with straight axles inserted into holes drilled at an angle, a jig like this one (or SB Pro, or Goatboy Drill Station) is really going to be the way to go. A lot easier to use than something you need to put into a drill press.

I plan to use the clear jig at our upcoming Pack workshop.

I've been using bent axles along with the blue Pinewood Pro jig (the older version that doesn't have canted holes). I was thinking about getting the newer version which has 2.5 degree holes for next year's race, or using a pin gauge as a spacer in the one I've got to get the cant. We use a pin vise to drill so we don't wear out the holes too terribly.

But this would be sooo much nicer...

Sidebar - what's the advantage of 3 degrees over 2.5 degrees?
 
Good to know
I've been using bent axles along with the blue Pinewood Pro jig (the older version that doesn't have canted holes). I was thinking about getting the newer version which has 2.5 degree holes for next year's race, or using a pin gauge as a spacer in the one I've got to get the cant. We use a pin vise to drill so we don't wear out the holes too terribly.

But this would be sooo much nicer...

Sidebar - what's the advantage of 3 degrees over 2.5 degrees?

Wish I could answer that. I’ve really just started getting serious about PWD. It’s our 3rd year in Scouts and we have some pretty serious competition here. So I found someone that’s scout just crossed over. Which had the whole setup track included but some of his tools were out dated.

It seems that most folks here do 3 degrees. Would have to ask some of the league racers if there is any time differences noted vs the different degree set ups.
 
If you plan to race with straight axles inserted into holes drilled at an angle, a jig like this one (or SB Pro, or Goatboy Drill Station) is really going to be the way to go. A lot easier to use than something you need to put into a drill press.

I plan to use the clear jig at our upcoming Pack workshop.

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Any one knows if this drills for BSA diameter axles or for after market diameter?
 
Any one knows if this drills for BSA diameter axles or for after market diameter?

It uses a #43 bit. A BSA axle will fit into the hole made without problem. If you encounter any looseness, a drop of water or glue will snug it up.
 
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OMGZ, HAXX.

I've actually never argued that drilled camber was bad or inferior. In fact, my position was simply "Bent axles aren't terrible." That said, having to help 50+ kids with their cars, the jig makes good sense. The fewer instructions parents have to worry about, the better.
 
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I've been using bent axles along with the blue Pinewood Pro jig (the older version that doesn't have canted holes). I was thinking about getting the newer version which has 2.5 degree holes for next year's race, or using a pin gauge as a spacer in the one I've got to get the cant. We use a pin vise to drill so we don't wear out the holes too terribly.

But this would be sooo much nicer...

Sidebar - what's the advantage of 3 degrees over 2.5 degrees?

Honestly, I would not recommend the use of the Pinewood Pro Jig. The reason is that you really need to have a jig that:

A) Drills both sides perfectly aligned with zero toe
B) Holds the drill bit snugly without slop

The PPro Jig is made of aluminum and has an adjustable slide. I just have a really hard time believing that this is going to give an accurate drill, and I am skeptical that the fit with the drill bit will be good. Not to mention, with a steel bit, the wear on the tool is going to be rapid.

In contrast, the "good" drill jigs on the market use hardened steel bushings to hold the drill bit. These are precision ground and they don't wear down with use. You do, btw, need to experiment with drill bits to find one that's a dead-on fit. It's amazing how little a bit needs to move to wreck your alignment.

All that said, I have never actually used the Pinewood Pro drilling jig, so if somebody has, and have had good results, please let me know! :)

As far as 2.5 vs 3 go...I'm honestly not convinced there's much difference to be found in half a degree of camber. Seems most of the "pro" jigs go with 3. The original DW tool did 2.5. My suspicion is that somebody along the way came up with a number that worked and everybody just sort of imitated that.