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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...]

Build Biology ~ 1956 Drag Racing Chevy ~ The Creamsicle

Build Biology: 1956 Drag Racing Chevy dubbed ‘The Creamsicle’

December 20, 2018

The Hoonigans resident drag racing daddy Jon Chase nerds out on this Hot Rod Drag Week-legendary ’56 Chevrolet. [More…] [More...]

PunishStang One-Day LS Swapped Mustang Preps For SEMA Show

October 29, 2019

One-Day LS Swapped PunishStang Goes To SEMA Show in Las Vegas thanks to people like Mitchel at Cogswell Marine [More...]

How To Get a Car Sponsored for the SEMA Show

Custom Car Builders: Get Sponsored and Make it to The SEMA Show

November 10, 2018

Car builder Dustin Williams, part of the SEMA Young Guns Crew, dives into some new parts and talks [More...]

How To Repair Rusty Floor Cross Members

April 27, 2020

Fitzee’s Fabrications clearly demonstrates how to make and replace rusty floor cross members on a Ford Bronco with [More...]

Dusty Dahl’s 1947 Chevy 3100 Project

June 24, 2015

Dusty Dahl’s ’47 Chevy 3100 project. It’s still a work in progress he tells us, but should really scoot [More...]

High Performance 1962 Pontiac Catalina 4 Speed Revival

January 29, 2024

Mortske revives 1962 Pontiac Catalina with a ’68 GTO 400 Engine, a ’78 Trans Am Super T10 4-speed transmission, [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 [More...]

Understanding Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)

September 18, 2017

An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) prevents the wheels from locking while you are braking and generally shortens the [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 Cars and Trucks For Sale ~ Harvard, Nebraska

Classic Project Cars, Trucks, and Donor Vehicles For Sale in Harvard, NE

November 2, 2018

Zack at Rudy’s Classic Auto & Chop Shop has provided an updated inventory video showing the vast number of Classic [More...]

Car headliner covered with playing cards

Quick and Easy DIY Headliner for Less Than $20

September 28, 2022

DIY Headliner from thrift shop playing cards and miscellaneous adhesives arranged into an alternative headliner in JD’s ’59 Ford. [More…]

Tools That Don’t Suck ~ Homemade Pipe Anvil

November 16, 2018

This Pipe Anvil helps you to make radius bends in sheet metal and quickly create parts like transmission tunnels, hot rod hoods, and more. [More…]

How To Understand, Diagnose and Replace Transmission Mounts

May 10, 2020

A bad transmission mount can prove to be more expensive if not diagnosed through symptoms such as vibration and noise in the vehicle. [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…]

Zoomies ~ How To Fabricate Custom Headers

October 20, 2019

MarsFab Offroad and Fabrication builds a set of custom zoomie headers for a classic Ford pickup with a 700 HP blown small block Chevy engine. [More…]

What to Look for in a Salvage Yard Engine or Transmission

December 5, 2018

Purchasing a salvage engine or transmission can save you a lot of money. Here’s how to make sure you don’t bring home a turd or money pit. [More…]

How To Mix Automotive Paint Step-by-Step

August 9, 2024

Car painting requires attention to detail, knowledge of the materials, and precise mixing techniques. Here’s everything you need to know. [More…]

How To Use a Steering Wheel Puller Set from Eastwood

March 29, 2021

In this video, Matt uses a steering wheel puller set from Eastwood to remove a steering wheel from an old hot rod steering column. [More…]

How To Build and Install Exhaust Flame Throwers

January 7, 2018

Here’s how to wire your ride to shoot fire from the exhaust with flame thrower examples, wiring diagrams, tools, and supplies needed. [More…]

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