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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...]

Ford 300 Inline 6 Hybrid with a 5.3 Liter Chevy LS Cylinder Head

Ford 300 Inline 6 Hybrid with 5.3 Liter Chevy LS Cylinder Heads

May 23, 2023

Ken Hutchinson from Tall Garage is crafting a cylinder head for his Ford 300 Inline 6 from a pair [More...]

Defiant! ~ 1,100HP 1972 AMC Javelin AMX Custom Muscle Car

May 11, 2019

“Defiant!” is the wildest ride crafted yet thanks to its extreme appearance, cutting-edge construction techniques and four-digit hp output… [More...]

DIY 1970-81 Firebird and Camaro Suspension Rebuild

April 26, 2020

Jon at Mad Scientist Garage demonstrates a complete rebuild of this ’75 Firebird suspension using simple hand tools [More...]

How To Boost an Engine on a Budget ~ Engine Masters

August 11, 2020

Looking for Budget Boost? Join Freiburger and Dulcich as they add boost to several engines for a lot [More...]

1934 DeSoto Airflow Custom by Bad Chad Customs

January 12, 2019

Bad Chad Customs took on a commission to build a custom 1930s style delivery truck, starting with a discarded [More...]

1950 Ford Shoebox Gets SN-95 Ford Mustang Cobra Chassis Swap

March 27, 2022

Nic Rothlisberger tackles a 1950 Ford Shoebox chassis swap with a supercharged 1997 SN-95 Ford Mustang Cobra with a [More...]

How To Choose a Manual Clutch Set

February 28, 2019

Choosing the correct performance clutch for your combination will ensure you get all that power to the rear [More...]

Understanding Automatic Transmissions

September 3, 2016

Most vehicles sold in the United States since the 1950s have had automatic transmissions. The vehicle’s gearbox is [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...]

Bud’s Salvage ~ 1930s-70s Parts and Project Cars/Trucks in Oklahoma

March 2, 2022

Mr. Goodpliers tours Bud’s Salvage to check out their inventory of 1930s to 1970s vintage cars and trucks available [More...]

How To Build a Pickup Truck Bed

December 6, 2018

A detailed video on how to build a custom truck bed from the ground up. Learn how to use a bead roller to add style and strength. [More…]

Vintage Car Restoration

July 15, 2009

If you love old cars your not alone. Collectors have breathed new life into these vintage autos by restoring them to like new condition. [More…]

How To Identify a Bad Engine ~ Teardown and Autopsy of a 461ci Pontiac

November 12, 2020

Here are some easy tips for novice and backyard mechanics to avoid getting a worn-out or even destroyed engine instead of a good deal. [More…]

The Ultimate Drum Brake Repair and Replacement Guide

June 3, 2019

Drum brake replacement: Learn how to replace your drum brakes including the wheel cylinders and bleeding the brakes. [More…]

Tachometer installation can be as simple as connecting the tach’s sending wire to the negative side of the ignition coil, while other ignition systems feature a dedicated tach sending circuit. [More…]

How To Choose The Correct Timing Set For Your Application

December 27, 2018

There are a few different types of timing sets out there, each for a specific application. Pat shows why each is used for each application. [More…]

How To Smoke Tail Lights

February 12, 2019

If the smoked effect is what you’re going for, you can do this in your own garage. There are many ways to get it done. [More…]

700HP Stroker LS - How To Build Bottom End

700HP Stroker LS ~ How To Build the Bottom End

October 17, 2018

Brad goes over in detail how to assemble the bottom end of an LS1 engine. Follow along as he explains block, crankshaft, and piston assembly. [More…]

How To Shave Door Handles

December 7, 2018

Matt goes over some tips and techiniques he uses when shaving door handles. [More…]

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