coaster cars

A race between two coaster car competitors in England ends tragically.

"When Billy finally gets invited into Dad's shed, Billy thinks they'll be working together on a building project. Soon Billy discovers he's only going to be his dad's assistant. It seems Dad has underestimated Billy's talent and now it's time for Billy to show him what he can do . . . and ultimately what they can do together!"--Back cover.

Hot Rod Hamster enlists the help of his friend Dog to build a super sleek soap box racer for the Wacky Whatever Race.

Hot Rod Hamster enlists the help of his friend Dog to build a super sleek soap box racer for the Wacky Whatever Race.

Hot Rod Hamster enlists the help of his friend Dog to build a super sleek soap box racer for the Wacky Whatever Race.

Richie, Ed, Don, and other kids share a series of adventures while preparing for the annual coaster car race in their small Arkansas town during World War II.

A do-it-yourself guide to building soapbox racers, featuring illustrated, step-by-step instructions for ten projects, including an off-road cart, dragster, pedal-powered cart, and others, and providing information on design, tools, materials, and woodworking techniques.