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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...]

1956 Ford COE C-600 Body / Ford E-350 U-Haul Truck Chassis Swap

February 16, 2018

Project: Mount 1956 Ford C-600 COE body on a Craigslist purchased 1990 Ford E-350 with a 7.3 Liter Diesel [More...]

1970 Oldsmobile 442 Build by Hot Rod Factory

June 21, 2019

This 1970 Oldsmobile 442 was worked over by the Hot Rod Factory from the ground up on what was [More...]

How To Install A Transmission Temperature Gauge

June 14, 2017

A Transmission Temperature Gauge allows you to monitor the operating temperature of your transmission by measuring the transmission [More...]

How To Apply Compound, Polish, and Wax by Hand

August 4, 2020

It’s possible to get great results, by hand, with compound, polish or wax as long as you use [More...]

1964 Chevy Chevelle Malibu SS Twin Turbo Build

September 30, 2019

via Hand Built Cars ~ Build photo compilation: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Twin Turbo Project by The Roadster [More...]

Craftsman Tools 1969 Chevrolet C10 Pro-Touring Restomod

Craftsman Tools 1969 Chevy C10 Pro-Touring Restomod

October 10, 2018

This pro-touring ’69 Chevrolet C10 was custom built by the Roadster Shop for the “Craftsman Tools Restoration Rollout”. [More…] [More...]

Take A Few Extra Minutes and Do Things Right

April 16, 2019

Stacey David talks about doing things right the first time and not settling for “it works OK” — [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...]

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 Adjust Sealed-Beam Headlights on a Classic Car or Truck

August 3, 2020

Kyle Smith walks you through the simple DIY process of adjusting sealed-beam headlights on a Chevrolet C10 pickup truck. [More…]

Pinstriping Demo with Legend Glen Weisgerber

April 30, 2018

Pinstriping and airbrush legend Glen Weisgerber demonstrates how to pull lines and palette your brush in this special Pinstriping Demo. [More…]

How To Make Your Own Rust Penetrant at Home

September 20, 2017

We’ve stumbled upon a simple rust penetrant solution that will make getting your stuck nuts and bolts off easier than ever before. [More…]

How To Boost an Engine on a Budget ~ Engine Masters

August 11, 2020

Looking for Budget Boost? Join Freiburger and Dulcich as they add boost to several engines for a lot less than you’d think! [More…]

How To Reverse Steel Wheels

December 10, 2018

1960s reverse steel wheels offered more positive wheel offset for smoother, deeper appearance while still building with stock wheel components. [More…]

How To Chop a Top in 3 Hours

January 13, 2019

This is a top chop on a 1946 Ford truck cab we did overnight in 3 hours — there are a few tips in the video intended to make chops easier. [More…]

How To Make a Metal Roof Insert for a Ford Model A Coupe

December 23, 2018

Matt from IronTrap Garage goes over the correct steps needed to build a Metal Roof Insert for your own Ford Model A Coupe. [More…]

1949-54 GM Torque Tube to Open Driveshaft Conversion Donor Vehicles

July 10, 2020

The primary complaint about an enclosed torque tube driveline is that there are very limited ratios available for the rear end. [More…]

Speedway Motors Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator Installation

Installing Speedway’s Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator

November 15, 2019

Learn how to install Speedway’s new Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator in five minutes for a cleaner look and fewer potential leak points! [More…]

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