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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 F100 RestoMod Pickup Truck Project

1956 Ford F100 Pickup Truck Build Photo Compilation

April 1, 2019

Build photo compilation of a 1956 Ford F100 restomod pickup truck project built by Ford-Trucks.com member 56panelford. [More…] Also [More...]

PunishStang One-Day LS Swapped Mustang Preps For SEMA Show

October 29, 2019

One-Day LS Swapped PunishStang Goes To SEMA Show in Las Vegas thanks to people like Mitchel at Cogswell Marine [More...]

How To Assess an Unfinished Project

April 16, 2019

What happens when you come into an unfinished project vehicle? How do you know what’s sitting in your [More...]

How To Clean and Sharpen Dull Metal Files

How To Clean and Sharpen a Dull Metal File

December 19, 2020

When your go-to file is worn and not cutting its time for chemical cleaning and sharpening and it’s [More...]

High Performance 1962 Pontiac Catalina 4 Speed Revival

January 29, 2024

Mortske revives 1962 Pontiac Catalina with a ’68 GTO 400 Engine, a ’78 Trans Am Super T10 4-speed transmission, [More...]

Are You Letting Brand Loyalty Hold You or Your Project Back?

October 18, 2023

It’s not the brand that truly matters but the people and their passion for creating something unique and exciting. [More...]

How To Install and Shim a Starter

January 22, 2019

Is your starter gear not engaging, grinding, or kicking out? Here’s how to properly shim a starter and [More...]

Understanding Nitrous Oxide Systems (NOS)

May 13, 2015

If you’re looking to boost engine performance and you’re considering nitrous as the means to bigger power, start [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...]

Junk Yard Tour ~ Martell's Salvage, North Dakota

Martell’s Salvage has 1,000s of Project Cars and Trucks For Sale in ND

October 15, 2020

Martell’s Salvage has more than 4,000 vehicles on hand, the bulk of which are fully restorable project vehicles. Take [More...]

Basic Tools of Metal Finishing ~ How To Use a Hammer and Dolly

February 21, 2021

A hammer & dolly are basic tools for bumping, peening, and finishing metal. Here’s how to use them together to straighten auto body sheet metal. [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…]

How To Make Simple Carbon Fiber Panels

April 2, 2019

This video demonstrates step-by-step the basics of carbon fiber lay-up for vacuum bagging. Starter kit information. [More…]

How To Wire An Automotive Relay

June 15, 2020

A 4 or 5 pole automotive relay is a simple solution to switching power to high current devices and loads. Here’s how to wire one. [More…]

How To Replace a Door Skin

January 31, 2020

How to replace a door skin on a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro including how to remove an old door skin and install a brand new door skin. [More…]

How To Make Custom Floating Hubcaps

September 24, 2024

Floating hubcaps are a stylish addition to any classic car, and the step-by-step process outlined here makes it easy to DIY. [More…]

How To Remove Glass Scratches and Windshield Wiper Marks

August 7, 2019

Sweet Project Cars demonstrates how even bad scratches in windshield glass can be removed with the correct tools and supplies. [More…]

How To Make Tools To Stretch Sheet Metal

January 16, 2019

Kyle Voss of The Fab Forums demonstrates a tool he made to help stretch sheet metal. [More…]

How To Fix A Leaking GM 12-bolt Rear-end Pinion Seal

June 4, 2019

Does your rear differential leak gear oil everywhere? Do you keep installing a new pinion seal and having the same problem? Here’s the fix. [More…]

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