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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...]

Bringing an Abandoned C10 Project Back from the Dead

March 16, 2020

Dan is proving a dream truck can be built from a rusted out and stripped shell with a few [More...]

1940 Ford Pickup Truck Build ~ 40 Shades of Grey

Supercharged 1940 Ford Pickup Truck Build

October 22, 2019

Carolina Kustoms of Portland, Oregon transforms this old 1940 Ford Pickup into a unique show winning Muscle Truck. [More…] [More...]

How To Troubleshoot and Fix Common Problems with a Plasma Cutter

How To Troubleshoot and Fix Common Plasma Cutter Problems

December 21, 2018

Scott goes over how to fix problems with a plasma cutter including correct air and power settings, consumable [More...]

How To Install Universal Rear Step Notch Kit from Welder Series

June 12, 2020

This Rear Step Notch Kit is easy to assemble and install. The pieces fit together using alignment tabs to [More...]

1965 Ford Mustang Pickup 347 Stroker Build

January 1, 2019

1965 Ford Mustang Pickup 347 Stroker Build by Sheri and Matt Clarke of Shermatt International in Clearwater, Florida. [More…] [More...]

1953 Ford F100 Custom Boss 302 RestoMod Build

March 30, 2019

Watch how the Classic Car Studio mechanics transform a 1953 Ford F-100 from a farmland hauler to an ass-hauling [More...]

Understanding Disc Brakes

August 3, 2017

To better explain how disc brakes work, we go over the components of the brake and the technology [More...]

Popular Automotive Math Formulas and Conversions

June 13, 2013

Popular Automotive Math Formulas and Conversions including RPM, MPH, Displacement, Rear-End Ratio, and Transmission Ratio. [More…] Also of [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...]

Bud’s Salvage ~ 1930s-70s Parts and Project Cars/Trucks in Oklahoma

March 2, 2022

Mr. Goodpliers tours Bud’s Salvage to check out their inventory of 1930s to 1970s vintage cars and trucks available [More...]

How To Lengthen or Shorten a Chevy S10 Frame

August 21, 2019

This is an overview on extending or reducing (lengthening or shortening) a Chevy S10 truck frame for a chassis or frame swap. [More…]

WelderUp’s Steve Darnell on Building Rat Rod Suspension

August 16, 2019

Building Rat Rod Suspension – Steve Darnell of WelderUp shows you all the steps needed to make your own set of Rat Rod Torsion Shocks. [More…]

How To Choose The Right Air Compressor For Your Automotive Workshop

April 2, 2021

There are four major specifications you’ll need to decide on: pump configuration, tank size, output, and electrical requirements. [More…]

Tips for Buying a Used Car or Truck in Today’s Crazy Market

July 15, 2022

Harry breaks the car buying experience into actionable steps that can help YOU make an informed purchase decision before you buy. [More…]

Corvette IRS in a C10 ~ Scott's '67 C10 with DECAlink Suspension

How To Put Corvette IRS in a Chevy C10 with DECAlink™ Suspension

June 5, 2020

Scott’s 1967 Chevy C10 has a Corvette IRS setup made possible with Detroit Speed’s DECAlink™ suspension system. Here’s how to DIY. [More…]

How To Properly Bed-In Disc Brake Pads

September 30, 2018

Brake pad bedding is an process that removes impurities from the brake pad and lays down a thin layer of pad residue on the rotor surface. [More…]

Split Personality ~ How To Install Exhaust Cutouts

December 2, 2018

EricTheCarGuy has installed not one, but 2 exhaust cut outs on his Ford Fairmont Project. The second cut out worked out much better. [More…]

Slapper Files ~ Auto Body Work's Magic Wand

How To Make Slapper Files ~ DIY Metal Shaping Tool

August 31, 2020

Slapper files make raising a dent while knocking down high spots a piece of cake — the file marks appear in the low spots. [More…]

Leaf Spring Axle Flip ~ How To Install a C-Notch and Axle Flip Kit

January 16, 2019

Follow along as we lower the rear of our ’75 GMC Sierra Classic using an Axle Flip Kit on the leaf springs and install a C-Notch kit. [More…]

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