Introduction: Knex Spinning Pull Top.
What you will be making, it is really fun just to play around with. My longest time for it spinning is 1 minute 34 seconds.you can use several top designs this one is just a small one i like best.
Cons: you need string, you need a drill (1/8 ths drill bit adult supervision required)
Pros: it is easy to make, low pieces, fun. This video is how the top works.
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Cons: you need string, you need a drill (1/8 ths drill bit adult supervision required)
Pros: it is easy to make, low pieces, fun. This video is how the top works.
video
Step 1: Gather the Materials.
Rods: 1 yellow, 7 blue, 14 green, 8 white,.
Connectors: 9 orange, 2 gray, 4 white moons, 2 tan clips.
Other: About 16 inches of string.
Step 2: Make the Handle.
Pic#1 You will need to make 4 of these.
Pic#2 Get 7 blue rods and 2 moons.
Pic#3 Combine them ( Pic #4 another view)
Pic#5 Attach the two pieces (Pic#6,7 other views)
Step 3: Make the Top.
Really simple step just follow the pictures.
Pic#1 Drill a 1/8th inch hole a little less then half way up.
Pic#2 Add a tan clip.
Pic#3 Make this, then add it to the rod (Pic#4)
Pic#5 Make this, then add it to the rod (Pic#6)
Pic#7 Add a tan clip.
Step 4: Make the Pull Handle.
Easy just look at the picture, tie the string to the center of the orange connector.
Step 5: How It Works.
Watch the video for instructions on how to set up the top.
