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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...]

Building a Radio Flyer Rat Rod Wagon

May 1, 2020

John and Issac build a shaft-driven Rot Rod go-kart from a Radio Flyer wagon that is Predator 212cc engine-powered. [More...]

1967 Chevrolet C10 Truck Build with Air Ride

December 3, 2018

This Truck was abandoned for 15 years until it was sold for $100 to a talented builder who transformed [More...]

How To Coat Headers with High Temperature Paint

January 6, 2019

From Power Nation Garage ~ How To Coat Headers With High Temperature Paint on this episode of Two [More...]

How To Diagnose and Replace Universal Joints

February 28, 2019

Learn how to tell if your u-joints are bad and how to replace u-joints in this in-depth DIY [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...]

1970 Dodge Challenger Full Rebuild in Minutes!

October 15, 2020

The Detroit Muscle team salvages a rotted out ’70 Challenger and takes it from sand-blasting and bodywork to purple [More...]

Is Synthetic Motor Oil Better For Your Car?

June 9, 2020

Synthetic oil has fewer impurities and is more resistant to sludge formation, so your engine stays cleaner, operates [More...]

How To Measure, Cut, Fit, and Weld Automotive Patch Panels

March 7, 2021

Lakeside Autobody focuses on measuring, cutting, fitting, and welding homemade, DIY automotive sheet metal patch panels. [More…] Also [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...]

Aerosol Spray Paint Myths and Misconceptions

February 19, 2019

This is a quick video about some common aerosol spray painting myths, misconceptions, and frequently asked questions. [More…]

How To Tear Down A Chevrolet 350 Small Block Engine

How To Tear Down a Chevy 350 Small Block Engine

November 29, 2018

Chris shows you step by step how to tear down a junkyard small block Chevy 350 engine to prepare it for a rebuild. [More…]

How To Diagnose Common Engine Problems with a Vacuum Gauge

July 5, 2021

One of the easiest, cheapest, and fastest ways to check an engine for serious issues is to perform a vacuum gauge test. [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…]

Slap Shift Side Detent Shifter for GM TH200, TH250, TH350, and TH400

November 10, 2021

This Side Detent Shifter is perfect for your GM Turbo-Hydramatic-equipped project and mounts solidly to your transmission tunnel. [More…]

Convert an old clothes dryer to a shop or garage heater

How To Make a DIY Garage Heater From a Gas or Electric Clothes Dryer

December 7, 2021

Make a shop furnace or heater from a curb-side freebie gas or electric clothes dryer with little more than the dryer itself. [More…]

11 Salvage Yard Tips and Tricks

December 5, 2018

Here are 11 Salvage Yard Tips and Tricks to help you make the most out of your next trip to the salvage or junkyard. [More…]

DIY 1947-53 Chevrolet Truck 3 to 5 Window Conversion

January 3, 2019

1947-53/54 Chevrolet 3100 Truck 3 to 5 window conversion using Classic Industries inner and outer window panels. [More…]

The Importance of Torquing Lug Nuts / Lug Bolts

How To Properly Torque Wheel Lug Nuts/Lug Bolts

June 15, 2017

Torquing lug nuts to the right torque and in the correct torque sequence is critical. Learn how to properly torque lug nut/lug bolts here. [More…]

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