Axle Guard
 This
under car plastic plate will keep your Pinewood Derby car wheels
aligned and secure race after race. It features a ridge that slides
right into the pre-cut axle groove - converting the groove into a
hole for easy insertion and alignment. It also helps to secure
the axle to the car body minimizing the need for glue.
This unique design allows for adequate track clearance and has no
interference with the performance of your car. It is simple to install
and includes 4 screws per plate, making it easy to attach to the
car. The guard can also be used to repair broken or chipped axle
grooves. Each plate is made of lightweight plastic. When applied
with the 8 screws provided, 2 plates will add .2 oz to the weight
of your car.
How to Use
Slide the guard into the axle slot and
center it on the car.
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Attach the guard to the car with the included screws. |
Mounted guards on a Pinewood Derby car block
To Mount your Wheels on the
Car Block
(Wheels should be mounted after the car has been painted)
1. Slide the axle into the wheel hub. Tip
the axle down then add graphite between the axle and wheel.
Tap and gently spin the wheel to work the graphite into the
wheel. Continue until no more graphite can be added.
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2. Insert the axle part way into the uppermost
part of the axle slot. |
3. Place the end of the axle against a hard
surface then push the axle into the car by pushing against
the axle with the car block. The axle guard will prevent
the axle from going in too far. |
4. The axle will need to be
glued if it slips easily into the car body. Remove the axle
and place a small drop of wood or paper glue on the opening
of the axle slot. Wipe any excess glue from the surface of
the car. Insert the
axle. Keep the wheel away from the car body until the glue dries. |
Not for use on Awana, Royal Ranger and other cars
that have straight through axles.
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