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Working Drawing

The working drawing is a precise, 1:1 scale drawing that describes your car and its features. Working drawings should have top and side, or profile, views. An accurate working drawing is important for two reasons: 1) A copy of the working drawing serves as a template for rough-cutting your car blank. 2) You may be required to submit your working drawing. It could be part of your grade or even be scored for competition points (ask your teacher about this). Pitsco car kits include a large sheet of grid paper intended for the working drawing. Start by measuring and drawing the top and side views of the car blank, and then accurately locate the power plant housing on your drawing. Be sure to refer to the specifications sheet as you go. When your drawing is complete, make at least two copies. This enables you to make templates for your prototype and production racecar and have an extra copy for the teacher if necessary.

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