How to Make a Toy Tractor Display

Toy tractors can be displayed on wall-mounted shelves, the kind used to hold model and collectible trains. They are similar to any shelving unit as far as their construction is concerned. They are simple in design and construction, even with hardwoods that are known to be difficult to work with. A toy tractor display will not require more than a few boards of oak and thin plywood to mount it to a wall.

Tape measure
3 1/2-inch oak boards, each 8-inches by 33 1/2-inches
1/4-inch oak plywood, 20 1/2-by-33 1/2-inches
Drill
Drill bit, 3/32-inch
Screw gun
12 wood screws, 2 1/2-inch
Sand paper, medium-grade
Tack cloth
Wood stain
Stud finder
Level
4 wood screws, 4-inch

Instructions

- 1
  Set the three boards on edge, parallel and 9 1/2 inches apart. Lay the plywood on top of the boards so the sides and ends of the boards are flush with the edges of the plywood. Drill twelve 3/32-inch pilot holes through the plywood so four holes enter the edge of each board. Space the holes 6 inches apart and be sure they enter the center of the edge of each board. Screw the boards together with the pilot holes as a guide.
- 2
  Sand the display rack. Wipe it clean and apply the wood stain. Let the stain dry.
- 3
  Locate studs in the wall using your stud finder. Position the rack on the wall with the plywood against the wall. Use the level to make sure the boards are horizontal. Attach the rack to the wall with the 4-inch screws, two for each stud.

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