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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...]

The Fab Forums Shop Truck Build ~ Crown Spoyal 1964 Chevrolet C10

Crown Spoyal ~ 1964 Chevrolet C10 Shop Truck Build

April 7, 2019

All 6 build videos were complied into one full version of the 1964 Chevy C10 Shop Truck build, or [More...]

Rough Cut ~ A Radical 1957 Chevy Bel Air Rat Rod

First Look: Radical ‘Rough Cut’ 1957 Chevy Bel Air from ITW Hot Rods

May 27, 2020

ITW’s Chris walker is breaking all the rules again and hacking up a ’57 Chevy Bel Air into bite-sized [More...]

How To Use Lead Instead of Plastic Filler

December 19, 2018

Alberto Ferroni demonstrates how to use lead Instead of plastic filler while performing some bodywork on his Porsche [More...]

How To Adjust Fuel and Float Level on Holley Carburetors

February 11, 2019

Holley Performance demonstrates how to properly adjust the fuel level and the float on Holley four-barrel carburetors. [More…] [More...]

Reviving a Classic: The Remarkable Transformation of a 1960 El Camino

January 9, 2024

This ’60 El Camino begins with a visionary, Berry Bloomquist, who was a first customer of the restoration shop [More...]

Build Watch: C10 Clash ~ 2 Trucks, 2 Styles, 2 Budgets

November 3, 2017

Follow a pair of Chevrolet classic trucks (a Squarebody and 67-72 C-10) built in two different styles and on [More...]

Understanding the Iconic HEMI Engine

August 3, 2013

If you are a car fanatic then you probably already know about all the hype that was created [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...]

Junkyard Tour of Tellico Mountain Motors in East Tennessee

May 18, 2021

The Hot Rod Hoarder tours 1,000s of cars and trucks hiding in the woods at Tellico Mountain Motorson the [More...]

How To Tie a Steel Rod in a Knot

September 28, 2022

Here are two examples of how to tie a solid steel rod in a knot which could make a cool shift knob, handle, or other accessory detail. [More…]

Engine Block and Pistons and Connecting Rod Assembly

Engine Building 101 ~ Installing Pistons and Connecting Rod Assemblies

August 24, 2020

Brian and Mike from Summit Racing take you through the entire process of installing your completed piston, piston ring, and connecting rod assemblies into your engine. [More…]

How To Make a Simple Louver Press

January 31, 2020

How to make a very simple louver press for punching louvers, and it works really well even on large panels… [More…]

How To Restore Leather Seats In 10 Minutes For Cheap

How To Restore Leather Seats in 10 Minutes on the Cheap

February 14, 2019

How to repair and restore cracked and worn leather seats. This process works every time and works great on all real leather. [More…]

How To Do A Beautiful, Long-Lasting Engine Paint Job For A Dollar

February 12, 2022

This simple and inexpensive engine paint process is explained step-by-step and achieves great looking and very durable results. [More…]

How To Install An Oxygen Sensor Bung

April 25, 2019

When engine swapping up to a fuel injected engine, there are a few things to consider when installing the exhaust, including O2 sensors. [More…]

Complete Tri-5 Chevy Front Suspension Rebuild & Brake Upgrade for $550

November 20, 2020

Dan shows us his best solutions for rebuilding the front suspension at home as well as replacing and upgrading to front disc brakes. [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 Determine Proper Exhaust Tubing Size

August 14, 2018

A guide for exhaust-pipe tube size needed to balance prevention of excessive back-pressure while maintaining adequate exhaust-gas velocity. [More…]

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