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  • Reduce friction

    Graphite lubricant for wheel and axle contact points.

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  • Set the balance

    Tungsten and flexible weight options for precise tuning.

    Shop weights 

  • Improve alignment

    Axle and graphite combinations for builders who want a cleaner setup.

    Shop axle prep 

Build from proven components

Explore Pinewood Derby weights in tungsten, steel, flexible, stick-on and putty formats. Compare shapes, placement options and complete weight kits for different build plans.

Choose the setup that fits your car, then confirm finished weight and permitted materials against your local event rules.

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Balance. Lubricate. Align.

  • Balance

    Use the weight format that fits your body and tune the final balance with a scale.

  • Lubricate

    Apply graphite to the wheel and axle contact points according to your race instructions.

  • Align

    Check that the wheels spin freely and the car tracks straight before race day.

Compare the setup

Choose by the job it needs to do

Use this overview as a starting point, then confirm your event rules before changing materials or axles.

Product Best for Includes Rules note
Graphite Powder Reducing contact friction 0.5 oz lubricant Check your race rules
12pc Tungsten Kit Adjustable car balance 12 tungsten pieces Confirm permitted materials
Racing Axle Kit Axle and lubricant upgrade 4 axles + graphite Custom axles may be restricted

Build guidance

Use the instructions that come with your product

We are preparing PineDash Pro setup videos for the next race season. Until then, the product pages and packaging instructions are the source of truth for installation and lubrication.

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Before you build

Common questions

Are aftermarket axles allowed in every race?

No. Rules vary by pack, council, district, and open competition. Confirm with your race organizer before purchasing or installing custom axles.

Can I use graphite with stock axles?

Check the rules for your event. The product pages explain the intended use, while your race organizer decides what is permitted.

How does U.S. shipping work?

Our shipping policy currently covers U.S. addresses, free standard shipping, 1-3 business days of processing, and an estimated 7-15 business day standard delivery window when products are in stock.