Welcome to the Burnaby 4th SW Truck Engineer's Page
Updated 2023-01-30On this page, we'll provide you with some information, suggestions and helpful links for building your Scout Trucks. The cost for these trucks is $20.00 including tax. We will let you know when you can order your trucks.
Don't Lose Your Parts!
One very important suggestion that others have made is to take out your parts from the box and put them all in a medium sized Tupperware container, or a large freezer bag, or some other secure container.
Do not open the wheel bag until you are ready to put the wheels on.
Below we talk about things you can do, but we have a date on the calendar when you can build your scout truck.
Extra Materials and Tools
You want to use a quick-drying wood glue. One suggestion was to use LePage Wood Glue - Express Quick Dry. See the video below to see what that looks like.
To cut out the shape of your cab, it will be easiest if someone has a band-saw, but if there's an adult who is really good with hand tools, they can cut out the shape for you.
A drill may come in handy for installing the pivot pin. It also may make it easier to cut out some parts if you don't have a band-saw.
A drill may come in handy for installing the pivot pin. It also may make it easier to cut out some parts if you don't have a band-saw.
Paint - I had two recommendations from other scouters
We use the small bottles of acrylic paint from the dollarama. They have a ton of colours. Some youth do them at home using their own paints but we offer these during the meetings that we build trucks.
We recommend for Kub Kars and Scout Trucks Dupli Colour Automotive paint. We found it at Canadian Tire. Works well if you want to clear coat the vehicle
When it comes time to put your wheels in, you will need a hammer and may want a set of pliers.
Sharing
The group has glue that can be used by all the patrols. If you need paint, we might have some that you can use but can't guarantee we'll have the colour you want. You may need to get your own. Check with your other patrol members to see if you can share with them.
Major Steps
Our suggestion is that you do your build in the following major steps:- Design your cab and your box
- Glue the trailer box together
- Cut out the shape of your cab
- Glue the cab together
- Paint your truck
- Put the wheels in the sections
- Glue the wheel bases onto the cab and box
Your truck is now ready to race!
Note: we've got a date on the calendar when we can help you with the building stage, but the design is up to you.
Helpful Video
I strongly recommend watching the 23 minute YouTube video below to get an understanding of how the parts all work and some ideas on how to design your truck.
Design Limitations
There really are no design limitations except for the Burnaby Area rules listed at the bottom of this page. Note: these rules might change, and we don't know if there will be a Burnaby area race. You can make a flat bed truck, or build a whole box. I've seen the box designed so it folds open and soldiers come out, or it has no top so you can see what's in it. I've seen the box designed like a dragon or a tanker truck. Use your imagination. If in doubt, check with your parents and / or scouters to see if your idea is acceptable and workable. And most of all, have fun!Assistance
This is a great opportunity for you to explore and learn something new. But we strongly advise you to check with your parents before working with tools or glue. If you are struggling, don't be afraid to ask your parents or scouters for assistance. On Wednesday March 2nd we will be using almost the entire meeting to build our scout trucks.Upcoming Scout Truck Rallies
We will be holding our own races on Wednesday April 5th, our second meeting back after spring break. There might be a race with other Burnaby groups as well.
Rules
You cannot race a truck that was raced in a previous year. If you bought a truck last year and did not build it, you may build it this year and race it.
Last Year's Races
Here are some pictures and videos from our last races:
Thanks for the info, much appreciated!
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