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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...]

’51 Hudson Hornet Rebuild in 10 Minutes

June 14, 2020

Tim Strange and an able crew rescue a stalled 1951 Hudson Hornet project from a Michigan viewer and rebuild [More...]

Rat Rod Header 125cc Mini-Bike Trike Rides Wheelies

Rat Rod Header 125cc Mini-Bike Trike Build

February 11, 2020

Red Beard’s Garage, after a proper dose of rat rod inspiration while attending the Redneck Rumble, started piecing together [More...]

How To Color Sand and Buff a Car After a Fresh Paint Job

June 15, 2019

Step-by-Step Color Sanding and Buffing Plus Tips & Tricks – see how to color-sand and buff a fresh [More...]

How To Bend Brake and Fuel Lines

October 25, 2018

Kyle Smith walks you through how to properly bend brake or fuel lines for your classic car or [More...]

1948 Chevrolet COE Big Block Hauler Build

September 25, 2019

Hand Built Cars ~ This New Zealand built 1948 Chevrolet COE 454 Big Block Hauler was crafted by Wilpro [More...]

The Restored Laney Family 1944 Willys MB Jeep

The Restoration of the Laney Family 1944 Willys MB Jeep

May 23, 2019

The Willys MB U.S. Army Truck, 1⁄4-ton, 4×4, Command Reconnaissance, commonly known as Jeep and sometimes referred to as [More...]

Understanding the Impact of Wheel Spacers on Your Car

December 3, 2015

Wheel spacers alter a vehicle’s stance and performance. Explores the various effects of wheel spacers on cars and [More...]

Steering 101 ~ Main Steering System Parts and Functions

March 13, 2019

The actual steering wheel function is obvious, there are several other parts to make it all work so [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...]

Project and Part Cars and Trucks For Sale Wichita Kansas

New Arrivals: Ford Chevy GMC Oldsmobile and Studebaker Near Wichita

February 22, 2021

We tour New Arrivals at Rust Rach near Wichita Kansas with 150+ 1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s & 70s projects [More...]

How To Properly Measure for a Driveshaft

June 2, 2018

Greg Frick explains how to properly measure for a custom or refurbished stock or aftermarket performance driveshaft. [More…]

Tips and Tricks for Routing and Plumbing Hot Rod Brake Lines

June 18, 2019

Matt, George, and Andrew work on running all of the brake lines. Matt gives a few tips and tricks along to way to help. [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 is done and running… [More…]

How To Calculate Cost Of Materials for a Tube Bending Project

December 29, 2018

When your project requires a little bit of tube bending, you’ll want to calculate the cost of the materials you’ll need. Here’s how. [More…]

Tinting Windows ~ DIY Tips and Secrets

October 15, 2017

Window tinting is a relatively difficult endeavor, but with patience and proper coaching, you can achieve your desired results. [More…]

How To Make A Roller Bender

November 19, 2018

How to make a roller bender, sometimes called a roll bender, from simple stock and hardware at home. [More…]

How To Restore A Steering Column

April 19, 2019

To get started, take off the steering wheel, hub, adapter, and cover. Slide out the turn signal assembly and pop out the snap ring. [More…]

How To Set Up a Ford 9 Inch Third Member for High-Performance Use

May 24, 2022

How to prepare a Ford 9-inch rear-end for high-performance use including setting bearing preload, gear mesh, and backlash. [More…]

How To Convert Your AC welder to DC for Stronger Welds

How To Convert an AC Welder to DC for Stronger Welds

March 5, 2019

An easy way to convert an AC welder to a DC welder ~ wire in an inexpensive rectifier and achieve stronger weld using 7018 rods. [More…]

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