[header] How to adapt a mousetrap car for speed [title] Shorten the lever arm. [step] Installing a shorter lever arm is the best way to adapt a racer for speed. However, if the lever is too short, it will spin out.
[header] How to adapt a mousetrap car for speed [title] Shorten the lever arm. [step] Installing a shorter lever arm is the best way to adapt a racer for speed. However, if the lever is too short, it will spin out.
Which is why you should always shorten it regularly. [title] Remove the top portion of the gasket. There is no precise formula for how long the lever should be. Experiment to see how short you can get the lever while maintaining control of the car. Switching to a longer lever arm might make the challenge more challenging. You also want a more stable vehicle so that the indicator light continues to illuminate. The throttle arm should now be covered by the rear bumper. Keep in mind, the shut-off valves will not allow the release of the gear shift when switching gears or cycling.