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How do I build a build a mouse trap powered car following these guidelines?

1. The mousetrap mechanism can't be altered or modified. However, the base of the mousetrap may be drilled, cut, glued, nailed, or screwed. 2. Only the mousetrap may be used to power the vehicle. 3. You may not use rubber bands or anything elastic to attach from the mousetrap to the axles of your vehicle. 4. Either axle, or both, may be used as the drive axle(s). 5.The entire vehicle must start behind the designated START line. All cars will start from the same point, however, they do not have to start in the same orientation they may start angled with respect ot the START line. links to sites, suggested materials, or a direct, thorough answer to my question would all be greatly appreciated. i would prefer the last thing i mentioned though. thanks.

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1. Use a flywheel on the axle and wrap a string tight around the axle and attach one end of the string to the bail of the mouse trap. You might have to rough up the axle at the string wrap area. To start the car, set off the trap, it pulls the string which acts as a rip cord on the drive axle. The mass of the flywheel will keep it rolling fast and long.