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1959 Dodge D-300 Truck
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Reviving a 1959 Dodge D-300 Family Farm Truck

February 23, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Pole Barn Garage bought back the 1959 Dodge D-300 truck that I learned to drive a manual in and revives it after 20 years. [More…]
Custom Labeled Wires
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Elevate Your Wiring Projects with This Clever Hack!

February 19, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Merricks Garage offers a comprehensive guide to efficient and effective electrical wire labeling techniques. [More…]
Chevrolet 9 Inch Rear-end Swap Kit
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Bolt-In 9-Inch Rear End Swap for 1988-98 Chevy Trucks

February 16, 2024 Roadkill Customs
This is a game-changing product from Speedway Motors: the bolt-in OBS Chevy 9-inch housing designed specifically for 88-98 GM trucks. [More…]
Black and White Checkered Flag Shift Knob
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Making A Checkered Flag Shift Knob

February 15, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Watch a checkered flag shift knob is made! There’s no CNC machine or 3D Printer here, just some epoxy, a lathe, and a little creativity… [More…]
Polished Plastic Surface
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How To Remove Scratches and Polish Clear Plastics Like a Pro

February 10, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Tackle the task of polishing and removing scratches from clear plastics quickly and easily. [More…]
Model A Ford Assembly Line
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Inside the Model A Ford Assembly Line: 1928-1931

February 7, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Witness the captivating journey of Model A Ford production from raw materials to finished cars rolling off the assembly line. [More…]
Cracked Dash Repair for Under $30
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Restoring a Cracked Dash for Under $30

February 6, 2024 Roadkill Customs
This DIY dash repair project produces an impressive, restored dashboard that looks virtually brand new for about $30! [More…]
1946 Dodge Half-Ton Truck
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The Everlasting Journey of Bill, a 1946 Dodge Half-Ton Truck

February 5, 2024 Roadkill Customs
From humble beginnings in a field to becoming a cherished family heirloom, Bill’s story is a testament to the passion of a true enthusiast. [More…]
Custom Shift Knob for a Pontiac Grand Prix
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How Buff’s 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix Shift Knob Was Made

February 3, 2024 Roadkill Customs
This video takes you behind the scenes of our creative process as we craft a masterpiece of a four-color epoxy resin shifter knob. [More…]
Rust Encapsulating Paints
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Testing Popular Rust Encapsulating Paints

February 1, 2024 Roadkill Customs
Testing POR 15, KBS, Eastwood Rust Encapsulator Platinum, Bill Hirsch Miracle Paint, Rustoleum Oil-Based Enamel, Raptor Liner, and Mastercoat. [More…]

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