CAR SPECIFICATIONS

• WEIGHT:Shall not exceed 5 ounces.
• WIDTH: Overall width shall not exceed 2 3/4 inches
• LENGTH: Overall length shall not exceed 7 inches
• WIDTH BETWEEN WHEELS: 1-3/4 inches
• BOTTOM CLEARANCE BETWEEN CAR AND TRACK: 3/8 inches

CONSTRUCTION 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.
• NO WAFERING OR GRINDING OF WHEELS: LIGHT sanding of existing flat surface permitted.
• Only dry lubricant is permitted.
• 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.
• No loose materials of any kind are allowed in or on the car.
• All weights shall be securely fastened within the body of the car.
• Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it may compete.
• If, at registration, a car does not 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 the adjustment.
• After final approval, cars will not be re-inspected unless the car is damaged in handling or in a race.