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Basic Vehicle Information

Basic vehicle with an aluminum frame that provides a more rigid vehicle. Below is the list of parts and location to purchase the parts from. Some parts can be purchased from multiple sources. The estimated cost of this kit is around $80 (USD). Modifications are also recommended to acheive the best preformance. The vehicle shown is a starting point. There are minor improvements that can improve preformance. For example, maybe the CD wheels may not provide the best preformance that the current event requires.

Modifications may be required to match this year's rules.

Assembly Instructions - PDF

Part # Description Mfg Qty
Extruded Aluminum, 10mm Profile, 400mm Length Microrax 2
Extruded Aluminum, 10mm Profile, 200mm Length Microrax 2
Extruded Aluminum, 10mm Profile, 120mm Length Microrax 1
Joining Plate L Style Microrax 4
Slide Nut Plate 2 Hole Microrax 16
6377 Socket Head Cap Screws, M3x0.5 5mm Length Bolt Depot or local store 36
6620 Socket Button Head, Stainless, M4x0.7, 6mm Length Bolt Depot or local store 10
2946 Washer, 10-32, 18-8 Stainless Steel Bolt Depot or local store 2
7289A13 Allen Wrench L-Key 2.5mm, 2-1/4 Length McMaster Carr 1
98790A310 Threaded Rod 10-32, 12" Long McMaster Carr 2
94639A354 Nylon Unthreaded Spacer, 5/16" OD, 3/8" Len, #10 Screw McMaster Carr 5
90480A195 Hex Nut, 10-32 Thread, 3/8" Wide, 1/8" High McMaster Carr 20
90866A111 Wing Nut, 10-32 McMaster Carr 2
FR166ZZ Bearing, Flanged Metal, 3/16" x 3/8" x 1/8" Avid 4
CD / DVD local store 4
Bearing Block 3D Printed 4
CD Wheel Hub Inner 3D Printed 4
CD Wheel Hub Outer 3D Printed 4
Brake Bracket 3D Printed 2