Choose the Right Timer for You

Why should you buy a Derbywizard Fast Track Timer?

Fast Track Timer Guarantee:
Within 3 years of the date of sale, you may return your Fast Track Timer for repair at no cost.
- We have technical support 24 hours a day - 7 days a week .
- Our timers are very accurate. Timer accuracy information.
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Which style of timer and how many lanes do you want?
All of our timers - - - Comes with 110v power adapter to plug into any standard outlet - Are not affected by photo flash - we guarantee it!
	K1 - Flashing Light Display - Our Most Economical Timer This timer lets you know the order in which the cars finished with red flashing lights that can be seen from both sides. First place is designated with a steady light, second with a flickering light and third with a slow blinking light. - Available for 2 to 4 lanes. - Has the ability to send actual times of your race to your computer if you purchase the optional Computer Serial Interface Package (PS). More information and prices
	K2 - extra large 2 1/4" high LED digits Sequence-of-Finish Display - Easy to see and easy for the kids to understand - Sends actual times of your race to your computer. - Available for 2 to 6 lanes. - Comes a 110v power adapter to plug into any standard outlet. Also included: - a 50 foot, 9 pin serial cable - the Remote Start Switch - the USB to Serial interface converter - and some simple data display software. (not race management software). It also comes these extra computer options: PSC-Serial Race Data sent to computer, KM-Mask Lanes, KR-Reverse Lanes, PE-Eliminator, KF-Force Print, KL-Reset Laser and KC-Count Down Clock. - NOTE: Does not include software to manage your race. If you are interested in purchasing Race Management software, we carry GrandPrix Race Manager Software Pro on CD for.......$    (Note: No refunds on software) Derby Day! software package is also compatible with our timers. It is free and available directly from their website. DerbyNet Open-source Pinewood Derby race management, built around a web server and database. More information and prices
	K3 - 4 Digit .8" LED Display, will alternate showing times or Sequence-of-Finish. - This timer displays individual times from start to finish to the thousandth of a second, and will alternate to sequence-of-finish. - Best timer for time trials - Price includes remote reset switch for starting gate and a 110v power adapter to plug into any standard outlet. - Send actual times of your race to your computer. - Also included: - a 50 foot, 9 pin serial cable - the USB to Serial interface converter - and some simple data display software. (not race management software). It also comes these extra computer options: PSC-Serial Race Data sent to computer, KM-Mask Lanes, KR-Reverse Lanes, PE-Eliminator, KF-Force Print, KL-Reset Laser and KC-Count Down Clock - NOTE: Does not include software to manage your race. If you are interested in purchasing Race Management software, we carry GrandPrix Race Manager Software Pro on CD for.......$    (Note: No refunds on software) Derby Day! software package is also compatible with our timers. It is free and available directly from their website. DerbyNet Open-source Pinewood Derby race management, built around a web server and database. - Available for 1 to 6 lanes. More information and prices

Do you want your timer to send the actual times to a computer?

- You must have the PS Package or PSC option for the K1 Model timer in order for it to send your race times to a computer. Without this option your K1 Timer WILL NOT send times to a computer or work with race management software!!
- The K2 and K3 models of our timer will send actual times to a computer and has the PS Package (computer serial) option included. Each comes with a remote start switch (RS), USB to serial converter (USB) and 50 foot computer serial cable (SC) (extra 50' long cables are available for $). They both also come with extra computer options. See the individual timer pages for more information.
- If you do not have Race Management Software, the PS Package or the PSC will send a basic string of data to your computer showing car times that you will be able to see in FUNterm. There is an example of this on our FAQ page.

Do you want to use race management software?

We are the authorized agent for GPRM-Grand Prix Race Management Software Pro ($).   (Note: No refunds on software)
Derby Day! software package is also compatible with our timers. It is free and available directly from their website.
DerbyNet Open-source Pinewood Derby race management, built around a web server and database.

How soon do you need your timer?

It Takes 2 weeks for us to custom-build our timers and kits to fit your individual track.
Add that to the shipping time, and it could be three weeks before you receive your timer.
If you need your timer sooner than that, call us to determine if we can make your deadline! A rush charge of 10% may be added to the price of the order, as well as any expedited shipping charges.

How to measure your track?

We don't need your measurements if you have a Derbywizard Freedom Track, Piantedosi, Best Track, or Aluminum Challenger Track. Just specify it on the order form.

Otherwise, you need to measure your track the same way you want your timer to face. The timer can face the start of the track or the end of the track, whichever you prefer. Stand as if you are looking at the timer display on the track and measure the finish line left to right.
Measure from the left edge of the track to the center of each lane. We need the track measurements, even if you have ordered a kit.
Please also include the total width of the track.
Sample 3-Lane Measurements:
Lane 1: 2.5"
Lane 2: 6"
Lane 3: 9.5"
Total: 12"

You might need a Quick Mount if your track has side rails, or does not sit flat on the floor.
For more information go to our Quick Mount page
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Is there a cheaper way to buy this timer?

- We have a 10% summer discount on the timers and tracks we manufacture from May 1 to October 31st each year.
- All of our timers are available as kits - but you must have carpentry skills to put it together.
- Our K1 timer is available as a Cheap Kit - you solder the circuit boards together and find your own materials to build a frame.
- Grand Prix Package - for our K2 and K3 timers - everything you need to run a race except the race management software bundled together at a discount price.
- If you buy a track at the same time you buy one of our timers during the regular season (November 1 to April 30), you will receive a 5% discount on your complete order.

Are you planning to expand your existing track or buy a new one in the future?

Plan ahead! Our Fast Track timers are custom-built to your original specifications. Unfortunately, we are unable to add lanes to your existing timer. However, we can retrofit your old timer to fit our Freedom aluminum track. Call us for a price quote.
We suggest buying a timer with the number of lanes you eventually want to have, and using spacers until you get the extra lanes. This will save you money in the long run.
If you are buying a whole new track, you could also sell your old timer with the old track, and start fresh.

What else do I need for my timer?

We have several accessories for our timers.
All can be found on our accessessories page
(If you are ordering any of these options for a previously purchased timer, please call our office with your custom specifications.)
-PB - Battery pack ($)
-LG - Laser Gate ($)
-TLG - Light Tree and Automatic Gate Release ($)
-SC - Extra long 50 foot serial cable ($)
-RTD - Remote time display (priced per # of lanes)
-DV - Double Vision ($ plus the price of the timer)
-RS - Remote Start Switch (Comes with the Grand Prix Package, K2 timer, K3 timer, and PS option for the K1 timer- $)
-A Derbywizard Aluminum Track