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Enhance Pinewood Derby Car Speed with Pro Axles

Discover Pinewood Pro's fastest Derby axles for your Pinewood Derby car. Expertly polished, grooved, and graphited for speed.

Joe Gargiulo
December 10, 2017
Pinewood Pro Blog

Fastest Pinewood Derby BSA and Machined Axles

Polished, graphite-coated, grooved and bent axles

Pinewood Pro's Pinewood Derby Axles are the only axles that have been Track Tested for speed using statistically valid experiments

Pinewood Pro axles were track tested with hundreds of test runs to prove that we have the best and fastest axles. The Speed Test numbers below each product is the average speed increase over Stock BSA axles.

 

These are FAST Axles that will make your car competitive

BSA Polished Axles

Speed Tests

BSA polished axle - small

Axles are direct from Cub Scout kit, Legal in all Cub Scout races

(set of 4)

Speed Axle

Speed Tests

10.7% Faster

nickel-plated Speed Axle

Axles are Machined to Perfection,
Check your Rules

(set of 4)

 

FASTER Axles to get to the finals!!

BSA Graphite-Coated Axles

Speed Tests

14.2% Faster

BSA graphite-coated axles

Axles are direct from Cub Scout kit, Legal in all races that allow graphite.

(set of 4)

PRO Super Speed Axles

Speed Tests

13.2% Faster

nickel-plated PRO Super Speed Axle

Axles are Machined to Perfection,
Check your Rules

(set of 4)

 

FASTEST Axles to make your car a winner!!!

BSA Grooved and Graphite Coated

Speed Tests

15.5% Faster

graphite-coated grooved BSA axles

Axles are direct from Cub Scout kit, Legal in all races that allow graphite.

(set of 4)

PRO Super Speed Graphite-Coated Axles

Speed Tests

16.7% Faster

graphite-coated PRO speed axles

Axles are Machined to Perfection,
Check your Rules

(set of 4)

 

NEW! 1.5 Degree Bent Steering Axles

PRO Super Speed 1.5 Degree Bent Steering Axle

PRO bent steering axle

PRO axle bent 1.5 degrees with easy-adjust screw driver slot in head

single axle

BSA 1.5 Degree Bent Steering Axle

BSA bent steering axle

BSA axle bent 1.5 degrees with easy-adjust screw driver slot in head

single axle

 

NEW! 2.5 Degree Bent Axles

PRO Super Speed 2.5 Degree Bent Axle (set of 2 axles)

PRO 2.5 degree bent axle

PRO axle bent 2.5 degrees with easy-adjust screw driver slot in head

two axles

BSA 2.5 Degree Bent Axles

BSA 2.5 degree axles

BSA axles bent 2.5 degrees with easy-adjust screw driver slot in head

Set of 2 Axles

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PRO Super Speed Axles

The fastest axles on the market, guaranteed!

Polished, nickel plated, with secret cuts to reduce friction and eliminate wobble.

 

Exact dimensions as BSA axles. A perfect fit for Awana Grand Prix Wheels too.

pinewood derby Super Speed Axles

Better than polished!

  • Cut in middle of wheel so less axle rubs on wheel
  • Wheel does not contact axle so you have no friction (none, zero!!!) in this area
  • Provides a cavity to hold graphite during the race

 

Friction Reducer!

  • Tapered head so only a small amount is rubbing on the wheel

 

Oversized Axle Shaft!

  • Axle shaft is slightly oversized to reduce wobble because axle is tighter inside wheel bore. Diameter is .0910" verses BSA .0870 " +/- .001"

 

Wobble Eliminator!

  • Axle shaft is undercut at the head to create a perfect 90 degree edge which eliminates wheel wobble...fixing another problem that slows down your car.
  • Undercut at axle head also eliminates friction in this area because less wheel surface is rubbing on the axle.
  • Undercut also provides another secret cavity to hold graphite during the race

Optimal Performance!

  • Axles are machined perfectly round and straight for optimal performance

 

Packaging

  • Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

 

Rules Notes:

  • Axles are exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. May not be legal in your race.
  • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
  • Questions? Ask your race manager!

Get the fastest axles on the market, guaranteed!

(set of 4)

 

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Graphite-Coated PRO Super Speed Axles

NEW! Graphite Coated, Friction-Free PRO Super Speed Axles

pinewood derby graphite=coated super speed axles

The fastest axles on the market just got faster!
...with a smooth, slick, graphite perma-coating that will stay on your axles right through the district race!

 

Notes on graphite-coated axles:

  • Yes, you still need to add graphite to your axles, because the powdered graphite needs to work through the wheel bore.
  • You should NOT use Nyoil with graphite-coated axles. We recommend using our Pro Graphite with moly lube with these axles, not Nyoil.

 

Notes on graphite-coated axles:

    Packaging
    Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

    Rules Notes:

    • Axles are exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. May not be legal in your race.
    • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
    • Questions? Ask your race manager!

(set of 4)

 

 

Pinewood Derby BSA Polished Axles

These are the BSA axles that come in the BSA Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Grand Prix kit.

BSA polished pinewood derby Axles

Burrs removed on axle shaft

  • You must remove these burrs of they will grind inside the wheel bore.

 

Crimp marks removed from underside of head

  • Crimp marks must be removed or they will grind into your wheel, slowing your car like ABS brakes!

Nail head is cut back at an angle

  • Angling the head reduces friction where the head meets the wheel.

Polished

  • The axle is then polished to remove imperfections. However, these axles are not as good as our Speed Axles above...we recommend a light polishing to improve performance.

Packaging

Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

Rules Notes:

  • Legal in BSA races that allow graphite lubrication.
  • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
  • Questions? Ask your race manager!

(set of 4)

 

 

BSA Axles - Polished And Graphite Coated

NEW! Graphite Coated
Friction-Free BSA Speed Axles

BSA Graphite-coated axles

These are the BSA axles that come in the BSA Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Grand Prix kit.

The fastest BSA axles on the market just got faster!
...with a smooth, slick, graphite perma-coating that will stay on your axles right through the district race!

Notes on graphite-coated axles:

  • Yes, you still need to add graphite to your axles, because the powdered graphite needs to work through the wheel bore.
  • You should NOT use Nyoil with graphite-coated axles. We recommend using our Pro Graphite with moly lube with these axles, not Nyoil.

 

Packaging

Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

Rules Notes:

  • Legal in BSA races that allow graphite lubrication and that allows you to alter your axles.
  • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
  • Questions? Ask your race manager!

(set of 4)

 

 

BSA Axles - Polished, Grooved And Graphite Coated

BSA axles grooved and graphite-coated

NEW! Grooved and Graphite Coated
Friction-Free BSA Speed Axles

The fastest BSA axles, even faster, with a secret groove to reduce friction further and hold graphite!
Official BSA Cub Scout pinewood derby axles... You can't get any faster!

 

Notes on graphite-coated axles:

  • Yes, you still need to add graphite to your axles, because the powdered graphite needs to work through the wheel bore.
  • You should NOT use Nyoil with graphite-coated axles. We recommend using our Pro Graphite with moly lube with these axles, not Nyoil.

Packaging
Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

Rules Notes:

  • Axles are exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. May not be legal in your race.
  • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
  • Questions? Ask your race manager!

(set of 4)

 

 

Low Cost, High Speed! Nickel Plated Speed Axles...

Speed Axles - low cost, high performance!
Nickel Plated for Maximum Speed

pinewood derby Speed Axles

NEW! Grooved and Graphite Coated
Friction-Free BSA Speed Axles

Exact dimensions as BSA axles. A perfect fit for Awana Grand Prix Wheels too.

 

Better than polished!

  • These axles are machined perfect, then polished, then nickel plated for a super smooth, mirror-like finish

Friction Reducer!

  • Tapered head so only a small amount is rubbing on the wheel

Oversized Axle Shaft!

  • Axle shaft is slightly oversized to reduce wobble because axle is tighter inside wheel bore. Diameter is .0910" verses BSA .0870 +/- .001

Optimal Performance!

Packaging
Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping.

  • Axles are machined perfectly round and straight for optimal performance...- No burrs, scratches or ridges

Rules Notes:

  • Axles are exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. May not be legal in your race.
  • Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
  • Questions? Ask your race manager!

(set of 4)

 

 

NEW! Bent Steering Axles Steer Your Car Straight, Make A Rail Rider!

Official BSA Cub Scout Axle Bent 1.5 degrees

BSA bent steering axle

 

BSA bent steering axle with these modifications

  • Bent 1.5 degrees so you can gently steer one wheel
  • Easy-adjust slot cut in head so you can easily turn the axle with a screw driver

Steer one front wheel so your car rolls straight!

  • Orient the slot in the head at 12 o'clock (straight up and down), then gently turn the axle left (or right) to correct your car steering.

Build a Rail Rider!

  • No Need for expensive axle bending tools that could damage your axle.
  • Just use your bent axle to gently steer the dominate front wheel into the rail

(single axle)

 


PRO Super Speed Axle Bent 1.5 degrees

PRO Super Speed axle bent 1.5 degrees

 

PRO Super Speed bent steering axle with these modifications

  • Bent 1.5 degrees so you can gently steer one wheel
  • Easy-adjust slot cut in head so you can easily turn the axle with a screw driver

Steer one front wheel so your car rolls straight!

  • Orient the slot in the head at 12 o'clock (straight up and down), then gently turn the axle left (or right) to correct your car steering.

Build a Rail Rider!

  • No Need for expensive axle bending tools that could damage your axle.
  • Just use your bent axle to gently steer the dominate front wheel into the rail

(single axle)

 

 

NEW! 2.5 Degree Bent BSA Axles Use To Cant Rear Wheels, Make A Rail Rider!

Official BSA Cub Scout Axles Bent 2.5 degrees

BSA 2.5 degree bent axle

 

Two (2) BSA 2.5 degree bent axles with these modifications

  • Bent 2.5 degrees so you can gently guide the rear wheels away from car body towards axle head, thereby reducing friction.
  • Easy-adjust screwdriver slot cut in axle head so you can easily turn the axle with a screw driver
  • No need for expensive axle bender tools that could damage your axle

Cant your rear wheels so wheel gently migrates way from car toward axle head

  • Orient the slot in the head at 12 o'clock (straight up and down), then gently turn the axle left (or right) to cant the wheel.

Build a Rail Rider Car!

  • To make a rail rider, you need our 1.5 degree steering axle on the dominate front wheel to gently guide the car towards the rail and use our 2.5 degree bent axles to cant the rear wheels so the wheel rides away from the car body towards the axle head where there is significantly less friction. Less friction = faster car!

(two axles)

 

 

PRO Super Speed Axle Bent 2.5 degrees

PRO Super Speed machined axles bent 2.5 degrees

 

PRO Super Speed bent axle with these modifications

  • Bent 2.5 degrees so you can gently guide the rear wheel away from car body towards axle head, thereby reducing friction.
  • Easy-adjust screwdriver slot cut in axle head so you can easily turn the axle with a screw driver
  • No need for expensive axle bending tools that could damage your axle

Cant your rear wheel so wheel gently migrates way from car toward axle head

  • Orient the slot in the head at 12 o'clock (straight up and down), then gently turn the axle left (or right) to cant the wheel.

Build a Rail Rider Car!

  • Just use our 1.5 degree steering axle on the dominant front wheel to gently guide the car towards the rail and use our 2.5 degree bent axles to cant the rear wheels so the wheel ride away from the car body towards the axle head where there is significantly less friction.

(two axles)

 

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