What is the best graphite for Pinewood Derby?

Pinewood Derby Graphite with ZERO additives is the best graphite dry lube. Graphite’s natural chemistry causes it to stack on top of itself. As you race graphite will come off.

How do you get graphite off a Pinewood Derby car?

The solution is way more simple. Take a soft tissue and rub it on a wet bar of soap lightly. Then use that tissue to gently wipe off the excess graphite, works perfectly.

How can I make my derby wheels faster?

5 Quick & Easy Tips For Improving Your Pinewood Derby Car’s Speed

1. Put all of your weight in the back.
2. Lube the car at the body/wheel friction point.
3. Spend a fair amount of time on axle prep.
4. Make sure your wheels are ready.
5. Finally, once your wheels are mounted, check their alignment.

Does graphite occur naturally?

Graphite occurs naturally in metamorphic rocks such as marble, schist, and gneiss. It exhibits the properties of a metal and a nonmetal, which make it suitable for many industrial applications. The metallic properties include thermal and electrical conductivity.

What is a graphite lubricant?

CRC dry graphite lube is a dry film lubricant that is ideal for applications where petroleum products must be avoided. Dry graphite lube bonds instantly to metal, rubber, plastic and most substrates to form a dirt repelling barrier that lubricates and protects the surface from pressure and friction.

What does graphite do to wheels?

As the graphite blows off, friction increases, and your car slows down. If you can keep graphite on your axles, your car will maintain its speed while the other cars slow down. Pinewood Pro invented a special graphite-coating technique that keeps graphite on the axle throughout the entire race.

How do you remove spray on graphite?

Steps to Clean

1. Mix one teaspoon of liquid dishwashing detergent with two cups of cool water.
2. Using a clean white cloth, sponge the stain with the detergent solution.
3. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the stain disappears or is no longer absorbed into the cloth.

What is the fastest Pinewood Derby car design?

Black PRO Car
The Black PRO Car is our fastest pinewood derby car. It pushes the Speed Limit! It is track-tested car ready to race featuring our race winning PRO friction-free BSA Ultra-Lite graphite-coated wheels and PRO BSA graphite-coated grooved axles.

Are Bent Axles legal in pinewood derby?

No. Bent axles are not allowed in either racing class.