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Post by down4derby on Jan 14, 2010 17:54:00 GMT -7
Hello, I have a question concerning the pro body tool. I know The Block is a much better tool. However, We just purchased a used body tool for a couple bucks and I don`t have the funds for the block at this time. My question is: can you cant the rear wheels with the body tool? I noticed after baking the block it shrank a little and there is now a small gap between the body and the tool. If We place the proper size drill bit on one side as a shim to cant the axle holes might this provide a somewhat accurate method for canting until We can get the Block? Last year we took second place in district with just using my drill press for axle holes. We ran flat on the rear with no cant (I was able to get the rear holes to come together perfectly) We lost by a 1/4 car length to a four year district champion. Should we try to cant the rears with the body tool, and if so what size bit? Tonight is the last pack meeting before the pack race so we are expecting to recieve the official rules. We will be starting the build tonight after the meeting. Thank you. Soooooo Down4derby
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Post by Fat Daddy on Jan 14, 2010 18:53:23 GMT -7
I say give it a shot. If it doesnt work, you may have to get a new wood block, but that's a minimal trade off. Where are you located? maybe one of the members is close to you and can let you use their block...
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Post by Fat Boy on Jan 15, 2010 6:17:14 GMT -7
you have purchased too good of equipment to take that chance !
we have all tried diff methods to cant wheels with that tool prior to "the block" being introduced. accuracy just cant be done.
IMO- i dont like baking blocks, paint never works the same and it will warp and shrink your wood block.
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Post by Shade Racing on Jan 15, 2010 7:27:10 GMT -7
carolina built a district winning car using the block ; he used the parts out of the box wheels, axles, & hobie-lube its $4.00 a tube & Glenn built a sub3 car with the block & used lead for weight I think you should have sent the money on the block my
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Post by Cam-Car Racing on Jan 15, 2010 9:21:46 GMT -7
Prior to owning the block, I did just what you describe and got pretty good results. I think I used a 1/8 drill bit. The piece of wood you use will have be be a little under 1 3/4 " because you are twisting it a little bit in order to get the cant.
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Post by down4derby on Jan 16, 2010 22:48:45 GMT -7
The Block is on its way. We are postponing the build until it arrives. After reading the comments we decided it was a necessary tool for what we want to accomplish and squeezed it into the budget. Also we just found out our pack is hosting the 100th year anniversary Scout O Rama at the local mall. The main theme is pinewood derby with racing open to all and an 18+ class. They expect a huge turnout with heavy competition.
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Post by W Racing on Jan 16, 2010 23:46:35 GMT -7
The Block is on its way. We are postponing the build until it arrives. After reading the comments we decided it was a necessary tool for what we want to accomplish and squeezed it into the budget. Also we just found out our pack is hosting the 100th year anniversary Scout O Rama at the local mall. The main theme is pinewood derby with racing open to all and an 18+ class. They expect a huge turnout with heavy competition. The event is before our pack race. Also, when purchasing The Block online I used an Ebay gift card to purchase a set of wheels and axles for my entry in the Scout O Rama. I went with lathed stockers from Derby Doc and Warpspeed axles as well. His car be Jewekes equipped and mine will be Warpspeed/Derbyworx equipped. Thank you for your help. Congrats on the block!!!! Excellent decision. It is the foundation of the car. be sure to watch Glenns block video a few times.
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