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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...]

1951 Buick Special Deluxe Custom Chop Top Build

May 22, 2019

“THE SHANE ASYLUM” ~ H.A.M.B. Member hacknwhack’s custom ride: A home-built 1951 Buick Special kustom chop top. [More…] Also [More...]

Dan Edwards’ 1938 Ford Truck Build Project

January 15, 2018

Dan Edwards 1938 Ford Truck project with 347ci engine, BW T5, Ford 8.8 rear, and Holley Sniper EFI, and [More...]

English Wheel Metal Forming Techniques with Ron Covell

November 8, 2018

Master Metalworker Ron Covell demonstrates basic English Wheel techniques, highlights from the ‘English Wheel Techniques’ DVD. [More…] Also [More...]

How To Make Custom Size O-Rings

October 25, 2018

You’ll learn how to measure and cut custom size O-rings using nitrile O-ring cord bonded with Cyanoacrylate adhesive [More...]

1962 Chevy C30 on a Dodge 4x4 Dually Chassis

Budget Body Swap ~ 1962 Chevy C30 on a ’95 Dodge 4×4 Dually Chassis

July 8, 2020

Meet “Moose The Manbuhlance” ~ A 1962 Chevrolet C30 chassis swapped with a 1995 Dodge 3500 Cummins 4×4. Here’s [More...]

1953 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon Restoration Project

September 12, 2019

John Thompson’s 1953 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon restoration project was meticulously executed by Roy Brizio Street Rods… [More…] Also [More...]

Understanding Distributors

July 14, 2016

Distributors route the high voltage into the correct firing order to the spark plugs. Both magnetos and battery [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...]

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...]

Classic Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale

Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale ~ Chevy, Ford, Mercury, Mopar, More

November 20, 2020

Adding sun visors to your vehicle can help you see while driving in bright sunshine or to add that [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…]

Coyote Swap Engines ~ Where To Find and How To Buy

Where To Find and How To Buy Used Coyote Swap Engines or Donor Cars

August 7, 2021

Jason shares some of the things he’s learned about acquiring used Coyote engines for the purpose of engine swapping. [More…]

4 Different Ways To Cut and Weld Box Tube Corners

January 28, 2020

Here are several tips from Urchfab on cutting, welding and finishing steel box corners to a seamless finish. [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…]

How To Coat Headers with High Temperature Paint

January 6, 2019

From Power Nation Garage ~ How To Coat Headers With High Temperature Paint on this episode of Two Minute Tech! [More…]

How To Rule Out A Spark Plug As Your Problem

May 9, 2019

A very simple but effective method to confirm if a spark plug is/is not the cause of engine starting and/or performance problems. [More…]

How To Prepare and Paint Chrome Emblems and Trim

June 18, 2020

Chrome emblems and trim look great when shiny and new, they become dull and pitted from lack of care. Here’s how to prep and paint chrome. [More…]

How To Make Simple Dimple Dies for Sheet Metal

April 15, 2019

DIY Dimple Dies ~ A simple how to video for making dimples in sheet metal panels. No expensive tooling or fancy tools were used. [More…]

How To Drill and Press Dimple Holes in a Bumper

April 30, 2019

A simple demonstration of laying out, drilling and pressing dimpled lightening holes with dimple dies in a steel bumper. [More…]

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