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by redrocketmaker
Tue Mar 29, 2016 3:23 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Question Regarding Static Electricity
Replies: 4
Views: 6761

Re: Question Regarding Static Electricity

Some believe the axle doesn't hold graphite. I like to concentrate on the wheel bore because that goes around. We polish our axles with Brasso, coat them with Lemon Pledge, give them a light buffing, and that's it. We do not sand our axles. Do you use the Lemon Pledge (aka silicon oil) and graphite...
by redrocketmaker
Tue Mar 29, 2016 12:15 pm
Forum: Car & Semi-Truck Construction
Topic: Question Regarding Static Electricity
Replies: 4
Views: 6761

Question Regarding Static Electricity

Hello, My son and I are making our first Pinewood Derby car and I've been researching all I can on how to make a fast one (within the confines of the rules). In my research, it seems wheel prep is a major component (which makes sense, as it's the only moving part of the car). Graphite is the most co...