Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 ADULT ASSEMBLY ONLY Install 9" right rear drive wheel on right axle and hammer black snap cap on axle. (fig 1 and fig 2)Install 9" left wheel on left axle and hammer black snap cap on axle.Install 1 steel washer on left front axle and then install 8" front wheel, hammer black snap cap on left axle.Install 1 steel washer on right front axle and then install 8" front wheel, hammer black snap cap on right.. more

It has long been said that history repeats itself. Nowhere is this truer than in popular aesthetic styles. Whether in clothing styles, home décor, or even toys, every few decades “retro” or “vintage” looks from a certain decade or era rise in popularity. Of course, not all old styles come back. These nostalgic trends pick and choose from the most popular looks of decades ago. Today, the fifties nostalgic look is especially popular, whether.. more

It seems like almost every week we hear about how our children are overweight and do not get enough exercise. The media paints a picture of children sitting at home every day, watching TV and playing video games. This child never goes outside to play, but stays cooped up in the house, moving very little. If this sounds like your child, remember that children often need encouragement to get out of the house and play. Encourage them by providing toys that will entice them.. more

Edsel Ford Supports Program Helping JDRF and Honoring 75th Anniversary of Iconic ’32 Ford Ten of the premier hot rod builders in the country are constructing customized pedal cars to be auctioned for charity Funds will be split between the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and the charities chosen by each of the builders The first of the one-off pedal cars, built by Chip Foose, was unveiled May 11, 2006 at the national convention of the Juvenile.. more

Although we don't currently sell any pedal car parts ourselves, we know people who do! I've started making a list in my Favorite Links page, together with some people who specialize in buying, selling and restoring old original pedal cars - those really made 40-60 years ago! Let me tell you, these are beautiful cars but be prepared for the sticker shock. It's not uncommon to see an unrestored original sell for $5,000+ - and I've seen $20,000. Now you see why there is.. more

Restoring a vintage pedal car is a great way to bring your stylish pedal car back to its former glory. It is a time consuming, yet very rewarding, process. Pedal car restoration for collectors can mean everything from replacing a missing hubcap to completely overhauling the entire car. This, of course, will depend on the original condition of the pedal car, and your goals. Here’s a guide to pedal car restoration for collectors: First, find a pedal car to restore... more

Today, pedal cars are loved by children and adults alike. Reproduction metal pedal cars are very durable, so they can be passed from generation to generation. Most replica pedal cars have been built with pedal car safety in mind, but even with these modifications, safety should be your first priority when your children are playing with pedal cars. Keep in mind that even reproduction cars with modern safety features can be dangerous if you’re not aware of the.. more

If you have fond memories of the pedal car you had as a child, consider purchasing a pedal car for your own children. These cars, with a stylish and classic look, are loved by every generation to play with them. Metal pedal cars are built to last for generations, so you can even pass them on to your grandkids. Pedal cars for children make a great gift, and they have long been at the top of children’s Christmas wish lists. If you are looking at pedal cars for.. more

For your children or anyone who grew up in the 1950’s or 1960’s, consider buying pedal cars for Christmas. Pedal cars have long been at the top of Christmas toy wish lists, and they make a great gift for the children of any generation. Imagine your children’s delight at finding a pedal car by the tree on Christmas morning. A shiny pedal car with a big red bow tied on the steering wheel will be sure to please! Consider purchasing pedal cars for.. more

Although pedal cars were quite popular from the 1920's into the 1960's, in fact the first pedal cars were produced much earlier. Pedal car history actually begins at the end of the nineteenth century. Wheeled toys, including bicycles, became quite popular toys in the last decades of the 1800's. In the 1890's, the first pedal cars were introduced, modeled after the first automobiles to appear on the roads. Nearly as soon as the Model T was introduced, children's pedal car.. more