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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...]

Auto-Crossing Chevrolet C-10 Rebuild

July 29, 2019

Rebuilding an iconic street truck into a turbo-charged beast to debut at Holley’s LS Fest West. [More…] Also of [More...]

805hp Boss Nine 1969 Ford Mustang Build

February 15, 2019

This build compilation shows a 1969 Ford Mustang built by Anvil Auto that sports a 520ci Boss 9 engine [More...]

How To Bleed Brakes By Yourself

March 17, 2018

This How-To video shows you how to bleed or purge the air from your brake system and lines [More...]

How To Remove Side Window and Vent Assembly from 1955-59 GM Trucks

How To Remove Side Window/Vent Assembly from 1955-59 GM Trucks

January 4, 2019

How to remove the side window and vent assembly from the door on a 1955, 56, 57, 58 [More...]

1974 Chevy Nova 8 Second Destroked LS Drag Car

$50 Chevy Nova Becomes 8 Second Destroked LS Drag Car on the Cheap

May 2, 2022

YouTube Channel Nivlac57 does a build breakdown on their Twin Turbo Destroked LS swapped 1974 Chevrolet Nova that was [More...]

Full Griswold DD Speed Shop '56 Chevy Family Truckster

Going Full Griswold with the DD Speed Shop ’56 Chevy Family Truckster

February 22, 2021

Dan’s vision since he brought the wagon home — A ratty tri-5 wagon with a giant big block and [More...]

Understanding Aluminum Heads and Spark Plugs

May 12, 2014

Spark Plug seizure in an aluminum cylinder head is usually caused by improper installation and too much torque. [More...]

Understanding and Troubleshooting Torque Converters

March 12, 2018

Torque converters are a type of fluid coupling which transfers rotating power from a prime mover, like an [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 Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale

Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale ~ Chevy, Ford, Mercury, Mopar, More

November 20, 2020

Adding sun visors to your vehicle can help you see while driving in bright sunshine or to add that [More...]

How To Install and Shim a Starter

January 22, 2019

Is your starter gear not engaging, grinding, or kicking out? Here’s how to properly shim a starter and check clearances. [More…]

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 Make Old Gauges Look New

April 11, 2019

An easy way to make old gauges look new again. It doesn’t take much to get this done, just a little paint and attention to detail. [More…]

How To Tell If Your Junkyard 4L80E Is Any Good

February 26, 2019

The Driveway Engineer guides you through doing basic checks on a 4L80E donor transmission including fluid inspection and air checks. [More…]

How To Choose a Hot Rod High-Amp Alternator

May 5, 2020

Determining the alternator amperage required is the current draw, plus any future accessories you plan to add. [More…]

How To Prepare a Vehicle for Shipping

June 15, 2017

Prior to shipping, ensure the vehicle is fully inspected. Most reputable companies will inspect and document the vehicle before they ship it. [More…]

How To Add A Brake Light Switch To Your Vehicle

How To Add A Pressure-Activated Brake Light Switch To Your Vehicle

March 8, 2019

These convenient and easy-to-install pressure-activated brake light switches make it simple to add brake lights to almost any brake system. [More…]

Inexpensive DIY Rust Remover Paint Stripper Alternative

Inexpensive DIY Rust Remover and Paint Stripper Alternative

July 30, 2020

Davin Reckow shows how easy stripping rust and paint and grease and grime can be, with a special ingredient recommended by a dairy farmer! [More…]

How To Cut, Fit and Shape Automotive Carpet

February 4, 2019

This video demonstrates several techniques to cut, fit and shape the transmission tunnel using non-heat molded automotive carpet. [More…]

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