- 1). Cut the chassis plank to the length you desire for your car. Shorter lengths mean tighter turns but at the cost of handling stability. Typical length is between four and five feet long, with width and thickness of the plank largely determined by the size and weight of the driver.
- 2). Connect the axle bars to the axle planks. The length of the axle planks also determine stability, with longer planks leading to a more stable car.
- 3). Nail the rear axle plank to the rear of the chassis plank centered beneath the plank.
- 4). Drill a hole in the center of the front of the chassis plank above the center of where the front axle plank will be attached. Drill a co-responding hole in the front axle plank. Place a pivot bolt through the two planks with a washer between the planks to reduce friction. Secure the bolt tightly into place.
- 5). Drill two holes through the front axle plank, one on each side of the chassis plank at the far ends of the axle plank, to run the steering rope through. Attach the rope, running it through the holes and securing it tightly into place with enough run in the rope to reach the driver's location.
- 6). Add the seat to the chassis plank for the driver, placed over the rear axle plank, and screwed securely into place. To provide a stable perch for the seat, cut and place two offset blocks to the top of the rear axle plank.
- 7). Secure the wheels onto the axles, aligning the rear wheels with the front wheels.
- 8). Add any decorative elements you wish to the vehicle, including a car body.
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