PINECAR
®
Manufactured by
Woodland ScenicS
®
PO Box 98, Linn Creek, MO 65052 • pinecar.com
BODY BUILDER KIT - P4036
E7 ©2009 O CO
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Start with a PineCar Wedge (P360), Block (P361) or BSA block. There are many
ways to use the Balsa Wood pieces in the kit. The General Instructions is a basic
overview.
Balsa Wood is a soft wood. Handle carefully when cutting and shaping. Balsa Wood
should be primed with a sanding sealer before painting. Try PineCar Sanding Sealer
(P3960) for a flawless finish.
DESIGN CAR ShAPE (Fig. 1)
1. Create a design for your car or choose one of the illustrated designs.
2. Cut out design to use as a template.
NOTE:
Wheel wells must have enough clearance for wheels to spin freely. A
template for this step is a must.
ShAPE BLOCk (Fig. 2 and 3)
1. Shape wedge or block as required per your design.
2. Keep weight placement in mind when shaping car.
3. Sand car with coarse grade (#80) sandpaper to remove rough areas.
TIP!
Try PineCar Sandpaper Assortment (P380) to fill in gaps or repair deep
scratches.
CREATE BODy BUILDER DETAILS (Fig. 4-9)
1. Trace template on one set of Side Pieces
(Fig. 4)
.
2. Test fit Back Side Piece on car and verify location of wheel well
(Fig. 5)
.
3. Cut out Back Side Piece with a coping saw or hobby knife.
4. Test fit again. Use sandpaper to make adjustments. Glue to car with Formula Glue
(Fig. 6)
.
5. Align Front Side Piece with Back Side Piece. Verify location of wheel well
(Fig. 7)
.
6. Cut out Front Side Piece.
7. Test fit again. Use sandpaper to make adjustments and then glue to car
(Fig. 8)
.
8. Repeat Steps 1-7 for second set of Side Pieces.
9. Trace template on Top Piece. Test fit and cut out.
10. Test fit again. Use sandpaper to make adjustments and then glue to car
(Fig. 9)
.
NOTE:
Verify shape and location of wheel wells with wheels temporarily attached to car.
MODELING AND CARE INFORMATION:
This kit suggests the use of materials which may stain or cause damage.
Take care to cover work space and clothing appropriately. Follow recommendations for use and clean up.
WARNING:
Choking Hazard! Small Parts. Not intended for children under 3 yrs. Adult supervision required.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Danger d’étranglement! Petites pièces. Pas recommandé pour les enfants de moins de 3 ans. Supervision d’un
adulte requise.
CAUTION:
Cutting tools recommended. Use with care.
Fig. 4
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 5
Balsa is a soft wood that can easily be cut, shaped and sanded. Contents of this kit
will add less than 1 ounce of weight to your car.
GENERAL RACING SPECIFICATIONS
1. Maximum car size, including wheels: 7” long, 2 3/4” wide
2. Minimum car width between wheels: 1 3/4”
3. Minimum clearance between car and track: 3/8”
4. Maximum car weight: 5 oz (142 g). Metal, wood or plastic may be added.
5. No wheel bearings, bushings or washers are allowed. Loose, liquid or moving
materials are strictly prohibited.
Refer to your official race rules to verify racing specifications. Racers that do
not meet specifications may be disqualified.
