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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...]

1949 Chevrolet Fleetline Chop Top

January 10, 2019

This video short documents a 1949 Chevrolet Fleetline Top Chop by Good Fellows Kustom Shop ~ Front 4″ ~ [More...]

Joe Rogan’s New 1969 Nova: Metal Work and Body Design

January 29, 2019

This 1969 Chevrolet Nova belongs to comedian, podcaster, and all-around automobile enthusiast, Joe Rogan. It was penned by Pure [More...]

How To Adapt ANY Engine to ANY Transmission

November 2, 2020

It’s simpler than you think to adapt a transmission to the engine you have — it just takes [More...]

Making Springs At Home

April 9, 2020

This Old Tony demonstrates winding your own springs at home on a lathe. [More…] Also of Interest: Adam [More...]

DD Speed Shop's Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner Build

Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner ~ First Start In 40 Years!

April 12, 2021

After months of work and waiting, it’s finally time for Dan to fire up the big block 440 powered [More...]

1955 Porsche 356 Pre-A Speedster Full Restoration

February 3, 2021

Classic Fabrications shows you a major 3-year restoration of a 1955 Porsche 356 Pre-A Speedster, a vehicle that came [More...]

How To Adjust the Valves on a Small Block Chevrolet

May 15, 2018

This video demonstrates how to properly adjust Small Block Chevrolet engine valves… [More…] Also of Interest: Chevrolet Engine [More...]

Using Your Ears to Assess Engine Condition: Old-School Techniques

July 13, 2019

Uncle Tony offers up two quick and easy ways to tell what’s going on inside the engine just [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...]

The Ultimate MOPAR Hoard ~ Trailers Full of Muscle Car Parts (for sale)

December 9, 2020

Frank Parks has nearly 100 vehicles and hundreds of thousands of parts tagged and stashed away for safekeeping. But [More...]

How To Fit, Prep, Stain, and Seal (Clear Coat) Classic Truck Bed Wood

March 25, 2021

Seasoned Classic Truck builder Dave Welch shares his experience in Bed Wood preparation, staining, and sealing (clear coat). [More…]

What Type Of Muffler Should You Go With When Upgrading Your Exhaust?

Upgrading Exhaust ~ What Type Of Muffler Should You Choose?

March 1, 2019

This PowerNation Extra gives you a look at the different kinds of aftermarket mufflers available when you want to upgrade your exhaust system. [More…]

Motorcycle Gas Tank Painted like Serape Mexican Blanket

Serape Mexican Blanket Candy Paint Tutorial by Time Warp Custom Paint

January 3, 2022

Adam Paul of Time Warp Custom Paint shows you how to paint serape Mexican blanket pattern panel graphics on a Harley Davidson chopper tank. [More…]

The 1957 Chevy Bel Air Gets an FiTech EFI Conversion

FiTech Makes EFI Conversion Easy with Kit and Force Fuel System

July 29, 2020

DD Speed Shop shows how easy an EFI conversion can be with a kit from FiTech on their Giveaway ’57 Chevy Belair. [More…]

How To Change 1963-1987 Chevy and GMC Truck Front Coil Springs

March 21, 2019

Whether you’re replacing the stock springs or installing lowering springs, this guide shows the steps to make the job easy, quick, and safe! [More…]

Picking The Right Project Car For You with Dan from DD Speed Shop

April 8, 2021

Dan breaks down project cars in different skill and price levels, everything from an entry-level project car to an absolute basket case. [More…]

This Tool is the Easiest Way To Straighten Brake and Fuel Line Tubing

March 5, 2021

Tubing straighteners are a quick & easy tool to straighten bent or coiled steel, stainless steel, copper & aluminum brake or fuel lines. [More…]

4 Budget Dynamat Alternatives for DIY Vehicle Sound Deadening

June 2, 2020

Nothing ruins a sweet ride more than vibrations and doors that rattle. Here’s how to sound deaden and insulate your ride on a budget. [More…]

How To Chop a 1947 Buick Sedanette in Two Minutes

April 27, 2018

It took Kjetil Kvipt and his Coupe Devils car club members 9 hours to chop the top on Hans Ola Christensen’s 1947 Buick Sedanette. [More…]

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