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Old 01-07-2019, 11:26 AM   #1
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Re: 1972 SWB Build

Congrats on the baby! Don't build a pinewood derby truck...they look cool, but go too slow....ask me how I know.
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Old 01-07-2019, 11:27 AM   #2
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Congrats on the baby! Don't build a pinewood derby truck...they look cool, but go too slow....ask me how I know.
Funny you mention that, my son wants a truck lol
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Old 01-07-2019, 11:43 AM   #3
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Funny you mention that, my son wants a truck lol
Suggest to him that you make it a "daytona" truck, wedge the front like a door stop, it could look truck-like but it will be faster than a square front. Or, just give him what he wants and let him learn about aerodynamics.

Congratulations on the baby!
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Old 01-07-2019, 07:05 PM   #4
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Suggest to him that you make it a "daytona" truck, wedge the front like a door stop, it could look truck-like but it will be faster than a square front. Or, just give him what he wants and let him learn about aerodynamics.

Congratulations on the baby!
Thanks! I think a slant nose truck would be decent. I can add the weight to the "bed" which is ideal anyway. We shall see. I think I may be more excited than he is.
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