Handmade Wood Toy Car Sports Coupe From The Speedy Wheels Series Shop Photos 720308192

September 11, 2021

Handmade Wood Toy Car Sports Coupe From The Speedy Wheels Series Shop Photos

Etsy Listing
https://www.etsy.com/listing/720308192/

I make these from a 1.5-inch block of wood. A 2x4, if you will. The body is cut in half and finished separately. Cutting into two sections does two things. It lets me apply the two shellac colors without masking tape and produces a sharp demarcation line between the amber and clear shellac. I can enhance the line between the parts by sanding the pieces separately, thus adding a design feature. Cutting the toy into two parts does not reduce the strength.

The car body is primarily made from pine, with some walnut trim on the airfoil to add a little contrast. The axles are birch hardwood and have nylon washers behind the wheels. The nylon washers act as a spacer and a bearing preventing the wheels from rubbing on the body and helping the toy car roll smoothly. In addition, during construction, the nylon washers help prevent the wheels from sticking. Wood glue will not stick to nylon.

I made the wheels from pine. I usually do not make wheels when I can purchase them. Making wheels is very time-consuming and makes the toys more expensive to make. In this case, the design called for a slab-style wheel which I did not have readily available, and I thought the handmade wheels would look good on the car.

If my grandson had his way, I would not have any of these in my shop.

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Shop Front Page:
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I use traditional woodworking tools to make this unique wood toy car from solid wood in my Toymaker's Shop. I hand-finish each car with clear and amber shellac.

Approximate Size:
Length: 5-1/2 inches
Width: 2-1/2 inches
Height: 2-1/2 inches

Other sizes and colors may be available via custom orders.

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I make items by hand from natural wood and wood products. They can differ from one piece to the next. The one you receive may be slightly different from the item in the listing photos. Wood thickness may vary slightly from the stated size.

Not for children under three years old or kids that are still chewing things. If the toy breaks, small parts may present a choking hazard. Small children should not play with this toy without adult supervision.

Custom orders are always welcome in my shop. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me with your needs.

Handmade in Tallahassee, Florida USA