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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...]

How To Build a Car Hauler Truck Bed

April 17, 2019

Matt Urch is building a ramp truck car hauler bed for his Ford Transport to ferry cars back and [More...]

1959 Chevrolet El Camino Sleeper Build

January 11, 2019

1959 Chevrolet El Camino Sleeper Build ~ Full photo compilation, build by the Roadster Shop in Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

How To Adjust and Tune Holley Carburetors

December 1, 2018

This tutorial includes instructions on how to fully adjust and finely tune Holley carburetors. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

How To Make a Custom Roll Pan ~ 1927 Model T Project

April 10, 2020

Dan at DD Speed Shop tackles the last item missing on the 1927 Model T project — the [More...]

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster Restoration Project

December 13, 2018

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster Project ~ Full Restoration Slide-Show of the build by Gassman Automotive, Waynesboro, Virginia. [More…] Also [More...]

1935 Sedan Rock Crawler Rat Rod Build and Test Drive

January 9, 2019

This video shows Gary Dunsworth’s efforts converging a 1935 sedan body and a rock crawler that produced this 4×4 [More...]

Understanding Brake Master Cylinders

May 23, 2016

The master cylinder is a hydraulic pump that supplies hydraulic fluid under pressure to each of the wheels. [More...]

10 Winter Car Tips and Tricks You Need To Know

February 19, 2021

If you live somewhere that gets snow, this video teaches some helpful tips and tricks I have learned [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 Studebaker Cars, Trucks and Parts For Sale in Harvard, Nebraska

October 18, 2020

Current Inventory includes Studebaker parts, parts cars and full runners perfect for a classic car restoration, above-average car bodies. [More...]

How To Effectively Test Spark Plug Wires

May 9, 2019

Learn a simple and easy method of testing spark plug wires in order to eliminate them as the cause of poor engine performance. [More…]

F100 Crown Vic Front End Swap Step-by-Step

April 8, 2020

The Plan: Get a Crown Vic front-end swap including hooking up the brakes and steering on an F100 truck in a weekend. [More…]

How To Fix Automobile Panel Dents with Fire

February 5, 2019

Here’s a tech tip on using an oxy/acetylene torch to help pull dents from automotive panels, demonstrated on a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. [More…]

How and Where To Swap and Replace Broken Hand Tools

December 24, 2020

An overview of tool brand company warranty, return process, customer service contact information, and drop-off and return location finders. [More…]

How To Get Perfect Panel Gaps in Doors, Fenders, Hood

December 12, 2018

TC Penick of Bay One Customs shows you his trick to get perfect panel gaps when building or restoring a car or truck. [More…]

How To Clean a MIG Welder Nozzle and Keep It Clean

April 10, 2022

How to clean your MIG torch, why it’s important, what build-up does to the wire tip, and how it makes the entire welding process easier. [More…]

How To Wire The Ignition and Starter On Any Classic Engine

July 31, 2024

If you’ve ever struggled with ignition switches, resistors for ignition coils, or fuses, this video is for you. [More…]

Speed Square Hack for Every Welder

November 28, 2019

Turn your generic speed square into a welders speed square in 5 minutes. Here’s how. [More…]

How To Remove Scratches and Polish Clear Plastics Like a Pro

February 10, 2024

Tackle the task of polishing and removing scratches from clear plastics quickly and easily. [More…]

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