Pack Winner! Thanks to everyone!
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That will defiantly "clean" the wheels, but may take too much off? It looks like it is a bit coarse? The colored nail file buffer that has several different levels looks to maybe start at about that course. It is recommended to use only the finest few steps on the nail file/buffer which would not include something this course.
I was a little worried about that too but I think some of the other sides of the block are finer- I could probably just use some fine grit sandpaper by itself or attach it to the block- maybe 3000 grit
If we are allowed- would you recommend using this between the first round of races and the finals races?
Normally I would recommend the buffer - wheel cleaner that DD4H sells, but I know you are in a time crunch. Wal-Mart or Target has a "nail buffer " that is similar to what DD4H sells. The grits might be slightly different, but the finish of the finest grit/polish should be close. You might need to experiment a little on how course to start, but you should be able to make it work without any issues.
Cleaning the wheels is a necessary task. You may not need it as much as a car that has raced only on a track with cars that run graphite exclusively , but it is still a really good idea.
Yes ....yes ....and yes! If the wheels are dirty, it is easy to loose a 0.01 or more.
Most rules that I know of prohibit cleaning or re-lubing between, but it would be worth checking.
All rules are not the same. ...Good luck
Nice! Me and you are on the same page - I was just planning a trip to a close by target to pick one up. As for the rules on cleaning between races I noticed that there is a separate inspection time allotted just before the finals races so it seems that there would be another inspection which seems like it would mean we can check the car and clean it up as long as we pass inspection again- we will see
I'm sorry- it didn't go well and I'm still shaken up over it all and kinda tried to stay away from the forum the last few days - so much happened that it's hard to explain but I was awake for two days straight - maybe I'll post details when I feel more up to it.
Sorry to hear that things did not go well. But look on the bright side of things. I will guarantee that next year you and your son will be so much better at building cars that you will likely dominate next season. Just keep practicing, keeping reading the advice on this forum and race with us in the box stock class to improve your knowledge of pinewood derby racing.
Not to worry, many of us have been there too! It's always hard to shake off a bad day when you have high expectations.
Whatever the result, you did you best and will do even better next time!
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