How to Make a Rain Gutter Racetrack

Making a backyard racetrack out of gutters is an easy and inexpensive way to bring countless hours of joy to kids of all ages. Daniel Coleman (from "The Wall" series) shows several fun track customization ideas, from a 30' free-standing double track to a 90' fence-mounted track with hills, tunnels, ramps & water hazards.

STEPS:
00:29 - Gutter style & material to use
00:51 - Simple on-ground installation
01:30 - Building posts for a free-standing track
01:39 - Hanging the gutters with brackets
02:24 - Installing the track on a fence
02:37 - Creating a rolling hills segment
02:56 - Creating a 90-degree tunnel
03:32 - Creating a ramp w/ water hazard

MATERIALS:
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Watch more from Daniel:
Create a Faux Brick Wall - youtu.be/rWVTfrLeT1o
Build a Built-in Bookshelf - youtu.be/3USX8V_i6LI
4 Creative Door Hacks for Under $100 - youtu.be/PKuSbRm5xaU
Install a Subway Tile Backsplash - youtu.be/bjjDGtBXt3w
Make a Custom Bath Caddy - youtu.be/VoPdLx_u2E8

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