Soapbox Derby Race Car Building Tips

Here are a few tips for building a safe and winning Soapbox Derby race car. the sooapbox derby is a fun event for the kids, and you should be sure they are safe in the car, and they have a good shot at winning. Make sure you build an effective braking system, with the brake lever in the center of the car. If the soapbox derby car's brake is on the side of the car, it can cause the car to spin out and crash. Polish the axle and use TriFlow lubricant on the axle and bearings. Put in an effective seat belt. If you plan to put extra weight in the car, make sure you do it as safely as possible. Make sure you align the wheels to go perfectly straight. Take very good care of the wheels. Don't let the kids drag the car sideways and scrape up the rubber tires.