Tape the leads and then fold the leads in half towards the end of the panel. Leave a small part of the leads exposed beyond the panel to allow the alligator clip to be attached. Use two size 19 rubber bands to secure the panel around the body of the car and chassis. Chassis Use pressed Styrofoam to build the prototype chassis. Corrugated cardboard also works well.
Students can build a solar car with a balsa wood chassis once their prototype car is approved.
Use a hot glue gun to secure the motor to the chassis. Balsa wood works best. A scroll saw is excellent for making cuts to decrease the mass of the wood. Guidewire Use a right angle square to properly align the axles on the chassis. The ideal track is a 60-mm rubber track.