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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...]

Chevrolet 396 Big Block Engine Rebuild Time-Lapse

November 15, 2020

Hagerty’s 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 engine is a perfect candidate for their world-famous Redline Rebuild treatment. [More…]

1954 Studebaker 3R5 Pickup Truck Build

July 9, 2019

This build started as a top chop and has grown exponentially in custom metalwork. [More…] Also of Interest: 1955 [More...]

How To Make a Radius Bending Fixture for Sheet Metal

January 3, 2019

Ron Covell shows how easy it is to build a radius bending attachment that mounts to a workbench. [More...]

How To Paint a Lace Roof on the Cheap Using Grandma’s Curtains

July 24, 2022

Casey shows you every single step he and his father took to get the lace roof paint job [More...]

Turnin’ A Lost Dream Into A Reality ~ 1952 GMC 3100 Restoration

February 18, 2020

Lance & Wyatt bring a new project into the shop, but not just any project, this ol’ ’52 GMC [More...]

Ford Flathead V8 Engine Rebuild Time-Lapse

August 6, 2019

Six days. More than 40,000 photos. One fully rebuilt Ford Flathead V8. All boiled down to an intense 6-minute [More...]

What Parts To Keep During A Drivetrain Overhaul

March 31, 2019

Drivetrain overhauls leave you with leftover parts, so what to keep? In short, save everything until your project [More...]

Understanding How Differential Gears Work

August 12, 2010

This film was made in the 1930s and is the best explanation of how a differential works we [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...]

GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory at Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, KS

June 29, 2019

This video is a drone flyover of Nobody Else’s Auto LLC GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory with commentary from Chad [More...]

Making a Custom Stake Pocket Fuel Filler for a Fleetside Bed

December 16, 2020

John Fabris shared a few photos that demonstrate making a custom fuel filler for the stake pocket in a Fleetside bed. [More…]

The Easiest Way to Remove Paint to Bare Metal

July 30, 2024

Watch as we show you how to completely strip your car’s panels back to its original bare metal state. [More…]

How To Build a Model A Hot Rod Chassis

June 2, 2018

This tech article is meant to inspire and be a starting point for building your own hot rod chassis. [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…]

31 Best DIY Homemade Tools and Ideas

November 8, 2018

Simply Scrap Metal and Skills ~ These are 31 of the best DIY handmade and homemade tools and ideas crafted from discards and leftovers. [More…]

Does Back-Dragging Dull a File? Machinist Metal Hand File Usage Test

November 22, 2021

Coarse, medium, and fine machinist files are tested to see if back-dragging dulls a file like many claim. The results may surprise you. [More…]

How To Use A Digital Multimeter

February 19, 2018

The digital multimeter is the go-to tool for electrical problems in a car and is the proper tool to measure voltage, current, and resistance. [More…]

How To Airbrush Ghost Flames with James Scott

How To Airbrush Transparent Ghost Flames with James Scott

April 28, 2019

James Scott of Paint by James fame demonstrates how to paint old school style ghost flames. [More…]

Plasma Cutting Tips and Tricks for Beginners

January 23, 2019

In this video, Matt Urch shows you some basic tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your plasma cutter. [More…]

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