Description
THE SPORTS CAR is a sleek machine that looks good speeding to the finish.
In addition to the car kit and basic hand tools, you will need the following supplies to build THE SPORTS CAR:
- 13/32" (or larger) Brad Point Drill Bit
- Shoe Rasp
- Coping Saw
- Tundra Rod1
- The car in the photo sports a custom paint job by Liquid Illusions.
1Maximum Velocity recommends Tundra Rod for weight. Lead Wire can be used instead of Tundra. However, Lead is toxic if taken internally, so make sure to follow all safety precautions if you choose to use Lead Wire.
THE SPORTS CAR is a sleek machine that looks good speeding to the finish.
In addition to the car kit and basic hand tools, you will need the following supplies to build THE SPORTS CAR:
- 25/64 inch (or larger) Brad Point Drill Bit
- Shoe Rasp
- Coping Saw
- Tungsten: 3-1/2 ounces of tungsten cylinders and tungsten disks for trim weight. This is a available in a Tungsten Weight Kit (part 8104)
- Wood Filler
- Drag Racer and Turbo decal sheets, and window material from a body skin were used to customize the car in the photo.
- The extended wheel base can be created by either cutting new axle slots with two hacksaw blades, or by drilling axle holes with the Pro-Body Tool. Instructions and templates are provided in the car plan booklet.
THE TRUCK is fun and easy to make. It provides great flexibility for fine-tuning the weight position to help achieve top performance.
In addition to the car kit and basic hand tools, you will need the following supplies to build THE TRUCK:
- 13/32 inch Brad Point or Forstner drill bit (can be larger or smaller)
- Coping saw or another type of saw
- 2.5 to 3 ounces of weight (can be Tundra, tungsten, or other). The truck in the photo uses a 'barrel' filled with tungsten disks.
- The 'windows' were made from black window material (available from Maximum Velocity). The decals are offered by BSA through scout shops. The barrel was purchased at a craft store. The top was cut off and the inside was hollowed out with a drill.
THE TRUCK is fun and easy to make. It provides great flexibility for fine-tuning the weight position to help achieve top performance.
In addition to the car kit and basic hand tools, you will need the following supplies to build THE TRUCK:
- 13/32 inch Brad Point or Forstner drill bit (can be larger or smaller)
- Coping saw or another type of saw
- 2.5 to 3 ounces of weight (can be Tundra, tungsten, or other). The truck in the photo uses lead with simulated stones on top.
- The windows were made from black window material (available from Maximum Velocity). The pinstriping is 1/8 inch black from Maximum Velocity and the reflective sticker material is from a hobby/craft store.
- The extended wheel base can be created by either cutting new axle slots with two hacksaw blades, or by drilling axle holes with the Pro-Body Tool. Instructions and templates are provided in the car plan booklet.
THE DUNE BUGGY catches the eye with a roll cage made from aluminum rod. With ease of building and great performance, THE DUNE BUGGY is a great choice for new builders.
In addition to the wood block and basic hand tools, you will need the following supplies to build THE DUNE BUGGY:
- 13/32 inch Brad Point or Forstner drill bit (hardware store item)
- 3/32 inch standard drill bit
- Coping saw or another type of fine saw
- Tundra Rod1 - 3 ounces (available from Maximum Velocity!)
- Wood Filler
- 2 feet of 3/32 inch aluminum rod (Maximum Velocity, or hobby or hardware store item - look for "K&S Metal Center")
- Custom Designs decal sheet and 1/8 inch red and gold pinstriping were used to customize the car in the photo (pinstriping is available from Maximum Velocity!).
