Bar Stool Racer Quick Start Learning Guide
Get started on your race car project today with this Quick Start Learning Guide to help you choose books that will provide the best initial value, information and guidance.
Tips On Choosing Bar Stool Racer Books
At the time of this writing, there Is no book specifically for Bar Stool racers. Most bar stool racers are built from plans or from a pre-fab kit. However, if you are interested in the design and construction of similar machines or of go-kart type vehicles, we suggest books that focus on the design/fabrication of spaceframe chassis, metal fabrication techniques (ie. cutting, welding) and basic components like that of a go-kart.
Depending on the project you have in mind, it may be useful to look at motorcycle engine powered race cars as well.
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| Materials/Fabrication |  Advanced Automotive Welding  (5 / 5)Advanced Automotive welding teaches basic and advanced welding skills specifically geared toward race car construction. Joint types, metal types, and welding processes such as TIG, MIG, oxy-acetylene and stick welding are covered. Includes projects such as roll cage, seat supports, floor pan and others. Get "Advanced Automotive Welding":    | |||
| Materials/Fabrication |  How To Weld  (4.5 / 5)A complete guide for beginner welders on the history, safety, equipment and techniques for welding. The book covers metal fabrication tools, types and properties of metals, welding joint designs, gas welding, brazing, arc welding (MIG, TIG, stick) and cutting. It also includes sample exercises to help the reader practice what they have learned. Get "How To Weld": | |||
| Materials/Fabrication |  Metal Fabricator's Handbook  (4 / 5)Teaches welding techniques, metal forming, hammerforming and practical metal fabrication projects. Project include forming custom body panels, tanks, roll cages/safety cells and exhaust headers. Get "Metal Fabricator's Handbook": |
More Information
For complete information on the design and construction of the Bar Stool Racer race car type and a full listing of books and learning resources, see our Bar Stool Racer race car type article.