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Paint Then Assemble or Assemble Then Paint?

November 18, 2025

Should you paint the parts first and then assemble them, or assemble the vehicle first and paint it afterward? [More...]

How To Paint Distressed Lettering, Plus Gold Leafing Tips

November 5, 2025

Jack Fleming Artistry shows how to paint distressed lettering and add gold leaf accents on a patina 1957 Chevy [More...]

Chrome Wheel Restoration Before and After

Amazing Wheel Restoration From Super Rusty To Mirror Chrome

October 21, 2025

How to transform a rusted wheel into a flawless showpiece using sandblasting, zinc coating, and a meticulous hydrochroming process. [More...]

How To Mold and Cast Resin Dashboard Knobs — Recreating Dash Jewelry

October 5, 2025

This tutorial shows how to mold, cast, and polish your own resin dashboard knobs — authentic reproductions that turn [More...]

1931 Chevy Rat Rod ~ The Bayou Bootlegger II

April 1, 2019

Rat Rods combine hot rod levels of power with sorts of personalization unheard of elsewhere. This one-of-a-kind ’31 Chevy [More...]

LS Engine Rebuild ~ Full Time-Lapse from Tear-down to Assembly

August 13, 2019

YouTuber Street Rod Jim provides a full time-lapse of his LQ4 LS engine rebuild from tear-down to assembly. [More…] [More...]

How To Stretch Wheel Arches for Big Tires

How To Stretch Wheel Arches for Bigger Tires

March 6, 2021

Fitzee’s Fabrications cuts and stretches the wheel arch and quarters on project Crusty to fit bigger tires. [More…] [More...]

DIY Engine Performance ~ How To Port Cylinder Heads

July 29, 2020

Davin Reckow walks you through the ins and outs of how to port your cylinder heads at home [More...]

Fast on Wheels 1969 Chevy Camaro Wagon

April 12, 2013

Keith Kaucher is building “what might have been” if the 1969 Chevy Camaro wagon really existed for SEMA 2013. [More...]

Chevrolet 396 Big Block Engine Rebuild Time-Lapse

November 15, 2020

Hagerty’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 engine is a perfect candidate for their world-famous Redline Rebuild treatment. [More…]

Understanding Suspension

April 14, 2016

Most conventional suspension systems use passive springs to absorb impacts and shock absorbers to control spring motions… [More…] Also of [More...]

Automotive Painting Basics and Techniques with Kevin Tetz

April 28, 2019

Kevin Tetz shows you the basics of painting, setting up a paint gun and spraying a car with [More...]

The Untold Story of the 427 Super Camaros

July 25, 2024

Explore the high-performance legacy of Don Yenko, Joel Rosen (Motion), and Nickey Chevrolet in the 1960s’ horsepower wars. [More…] [More...]

The 5 Rarest American V8 Muscle Wagons

July 22, 2024

Americans have a rich history of producing some of the most formidable V8 muscle wagons. Here are 5 of [More...]

TAXI! The History of Checker Cabs — America’s Most Iconic Ride

October 16, 2025

The history of the Checker Motors Corporation and how they built a reputation for durability, reliability, and sheer toughness… [More...]

Every Car Logo Explained: The Surprising Stories Behind the World’s Most Famous Badges

October 7, 2025

Discover the origins, meanings, and wild myths behind the world’s most iconic car logos in this deep dive into [More...]

The Key to Making Your Car Fast: The Torque Converter

December 12, 2024

The torque converter is crucial to a vehicle’s acceleration and overall drivability. But what makes it so important, [More...]

Are Headers Worth It? Headers vs Manifolds: HP, Torque & Sound

August 15, 2024

Different types of headers and exhaust manifolds will support your car in various ways and have different pros [More...]

SendCutSend Precision Cuts Parts for DIYers

Next Level Your Project With Custom Laser Cut Parts, FAST

August 23, 2024

SendCutSend will precision laser-cut even one-off parts in a variety of materials for as little as $29 and ship free [More...]

Adding AC to Your Vintage Vehicle: Vintage Air Heritage Review

August 5, 2024

Vintage Air Heritage Under-Dash all-in-one heat and cool unit promises to deliver top-notch performance without breaking the bank. [More…] Also [More...]

Nobody Else's Auto Recycling, Great Bend, Kansas

Classic Project Cars, Trucks, and Part Donors For Sale in Great Bend, KS

August 8, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto LLC in Great Bend, Kansas has 100s of project, build, and part donor quality cars and [More...]

Classic BIG Trucks For Sale in Harvard, Nebraska

September 16, 2020

Parts trucks and full runners perfect for someone doing a “big Truck” build, above-average cabs perfect for “big short [More...]

Speedway Motors Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator Installation

Installing Speedway’s Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator

November 15, 2019

Learn how to install Speedway’s new Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator in five minutes for a cleaner look and fewer potential leak points! [More…]

How To Simulate OEM Style Resistance Spot Welds with a MIG Welder

March 15, 2019

Simulating OEM style resistance spot welds using a MIG welder. [More…]

How To Remove a Stuck Brake Drum

June 11, 2020

ChrisFix goes through the process step-by-step so that anyone can remove a stuck brake drum. [More…]

How To Cut Laminated Windshield Glass - Top Chop

How To Cut Curved and Laminated Windshield Glass

January 13, 2018

This is a series of narrated examples that cover how to cut curved, laminated windshield glass for chop top build projects. [More…]

How To Weld Flat Projects Without a Welding Table

July 10, 2019

This video goes through necessary steps to reduce error in creating a flat surface using a three-point system to work off an uneven floor. [More…]

Shaved Fuel Filler Door Done The Easy Way

How To Shave a Gas Tank Filler Door The Easy (or Brilliant) Way

August 6, 2020

Fitzee’s Fabrications demonstrates a genius approach to a fairly simple task: shaving, or filling, the fuel tank filler door on a Fox Body Mustang example. [More…]

What Parts To Keep During A Drivetrain Overhaul

March 31, 2019

Drivetrain overhauls leave you with leftover parts, so what to keep? In short, save everything until your project is done and running… [More…]

How To Repair and Restore a Cracked Steering Wheel

How To Repair a Cracked Steering Wheel

September 7, 2020

If you have a ragged old steering wheel and can’t find a replacement, you can refresh it instead with the right tools and supplies. [More…]

3M Tech Tip ~ How To Cerakote Engine Parts

November 12, 2019

Cerakote is Perfect for high heat areas and easy to coat engine parts using 3M Scotch Brite, the 3M PPS paint system. [More…]

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