These Are FAST Axles That Will Make Your Car Competitive
BSA Polished Axles
Speed Tests
9.8% Faster
Axles are direct from the Cub Scout kit.
Legal in all Cub Scout races.
(Set of 4)
FASTER Axles to Get to the Finals!
BSA Graphite-Coated Axles
Speed Tests
14.2% Faster
Axles are direct from the Cub Scout kit.
Legal in all races that allow graphite.
(Set of 4)
The FASTEST Axles to Make Your Car a Winner!
BSA Grooved and Graphite-Coated Axles
Speed Tests
15.5% Faster
Axles are direct from the Cub Scout kit.
Legal in all races that allow graphite.
(Set of 4)
1.5 Degree Bent Steering Axles
Machined Bent 1.5 Degree PRO Steering Axle
PRO axle bent 1.5 degrees with an easy-adjust screwdriver slot in the head.
Single axle.
2.5 Degree Bent Axles
Machined PRO Super Speed Axles
The fastest axles on the market, guaranteed!
Polished and nickel plated with secret cuts to reduce friction and eliminate wobble.
Exact same dimensions as BSA axles. A perfect fit for Awana Grand Prix Wheels, too.
Better than Polished!
- Cut in the middle of the wheel for less axle rub
- Wheel does not contact the axle so you have no friction (none, zero!) in this area
- Provides a cavity to hold graphite during the race
Friction Reducer!
- Tapered head means only a small amount is rubbing on the wheel
Oversized Axle Shaft!
- Axle shaft is slightly oversized to reduce wobble because the 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 the 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 the exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. They may not be legal in your race
- Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules
- Questions? Ask your race manager!
Machined PRO Super Speed Graphite-Coated Axles
Friction free to outlast the competition!
The fastest axles on the market just got faster!
It's all thanks to the 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:
- Axles are the exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. They may not be legal in your race.
- Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
- Questions? Ask your race manager!
Pinewood Derby BSA Polished Axles
These are the BSA axles that come in the BSA Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Grand Prix kit.
Burrs Removed on Axle Shaft
- These burrs must be removed or 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!
BSA Graphite-Coated Axles
Friction free to outlast the competition!
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!
It's all thanks to the 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 allow you to alter your axles.
- Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
- Questions? Ask your race manager!
BSA Grooved and Graphite Coated Axles
Grooved and graphite coated for ultimate friction-free performance.
The fastest BSA axles are 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 the exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. They may not be legal in your race.
- Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
- Questions? Ask your race manager!
Low Cost, High Speed! Machined Speed Axles
Nickel plated for maximum speed.
Grooved and Graphite Coated
Friction-Free BSA Speed Axles
Exact same dimensions as BSA axles. A perfect fit for Awana Grand Prix Wheels, too.
Better than Polished!
- These axles are machined, then polished, then nickel plated for a super smooth, mirror-like finish
Friction Reducer!
- Tapered head means only a small amount is rubbing on the wheel
Oversized Axle Shaft!
- Axle shaft is slightly oversized to reduce wobble because the axle is tighter inside the wheel bore. Diameter is .0910" verses BSA .0870 +/- .001
Optimal Performance!
- Axles are machined perfectly round and straight for optimal performance. No burrs, scratches or ridges
Packaging
- Axles are individually bagged to protect from scratches during shipping
Rules Notes:
- Axles are the exact dimensions of BSA axles but they are machined parts. They may not be legal in your race.
- Rules are different for every race! Always read your race rules.
- Questions? Ask your race manager!
BSA Bent 1.5 Degree Polished Steering Axle - Steer Your Car Straight, Make A Rail Rider!
Official BSA Cub Scout Axle Bent 1.5 Degrees
BSA Bent Steering Axle with These Modifications:
- Bent 1.5 degrees so you can gently steer one wheel
- Easy-adjust slot cut in the head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
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 dominant front wheel into the rail
Machined Bent 1.5 Degree PRO Steering Axle
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 the head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
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 dominant front wheel into the rail
Bent Steering Axles Steer Your Car Straight - Make A Rail Rider!
BSA Bent 1.5 Degree Polished 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 the head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
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 dominant front wheel into the rail
Machined Bent 1.5 Degree PRO Steering Axle
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 the head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
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 dominant front wheel into the rail
2.5 Degree Bent BSA Axles - Use To Cant Rear Wheels, Make A Rail Rider!
Bent 2.5 Degree BSA Polished Axles
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 your car body towards the axle head, thereby reducing friction.
- Easy-adjust screwdriver slot cut in the axle head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
- No need for expensive axle bender tools that could damage your axle
Cant Your Rear Wheels so the Wheel Gently Migrates Away from the Car Toward the 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.
- To make a rail rider, you need our 1.5 degree steering axle on the dominant front wheel to gently guide the car towards the rail. Then, 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!
Machined Bent 2.5 Degree PRO Axles
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 the axle head so you can easily turn the axle with a screwdriver
- No need for expensive axle bending tools that could damage your axle
Cant Your Rear Wheel so the Wheel Gently Migrates Away from the Car Toward the 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. Then, 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.
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