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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...]

1946 Chevy Truck / 2002 Prius Unibody Chassis Swap ~ Wait… WHAT?!

March 14, 2018

Joe Winter of Hoopie’s Hot Rods in Ohio mates a 1946 Chevrolet truck body and an ’02 Prius unibody/chassis [More...]

Converting A Stock 1967 Mustang Coupe Into An Iconic Fastback

April 19, 2021

Mustang guru Alan Shepley and crew perform major cosmetic surgery converting a stock 1967 Mustang coupe into an iconic [More...]

How To Build a Custom Steering Column Drop

November 19, 2018

Matt makes a custom steering column brace/drop for a cowl steering setup. [More…] Also of Interest: How To [More...]

Evaluating Internal Parts For The DIY Home Engine Rebuilder

April 2, 2022

How to do a step-by-step evaluation of a piston and rod assembly. What to look for, what can [More...]

1937 Dodge Rat Rod Build by Broke Bastard Garage

May 15, 2020

This series of videos takes you through the whole 1937 Dodge custom rat rod build by Broke Bastard Garage. [More...]

Peterbilt Semi-Truck Rat Rod Build

January 9, 2019

A 1984 Peterbilt 359 rat rod pickup truck powered by a 300 HP Big Cam Cummins Diesel Engine mated [More...]

Understanding Oxygen Sensors

November 14, 2016

Oxygen sensors are a vital component of a vehicle’s emission system in fuel injected vehicles. All new vehicles [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 [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...]

Customizing Ford Crown Victoria Wheels: A Step-by-Step Guide

December 4, 2024

Learn how to transform stock Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor wheels into a custom masterpiece with this step-by-step guide. [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…]

DIY Carpet Installation in a Classic Chevy / GMC Truck

DIY Carpet and Sound Deadening Installation in a Classic Truck

November 29, 2018

Installing new carpet, sound deadener, and jute padding is an easy DIY weekend job that’ll quickly freshen up the interior of your truck. [More…]

How To Repair Rusty Door Bottoms

April 11, 2020

How to repair rusty door bottoms with a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point style of metalwork. [More…]

How To Adjust Hydraulic Valves Right The First Time, Every Time

November 1, 2018

Hydraulic valve adjustment made easy: Here is how to adjust hydraulic valves right the first time, every time. [More…]

Custom Tire Raised Lettering Kit ~ Fits All Vehicles

Custom Raised Tire Lettering Kit ~ Fits All Vehicles!

October 26, 2018

Trick out your ride with custom raised white tire lettering on your tires using genuine licensed designs by Tire Stickers. [More…]

How To Calculate Compression Ratio

January 8, 2019

Compression ratio is the maximum volume of the cylinder divided by the minimum volume of the cylinder. Here’s what you need to know. [More…]

How to Install a Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Any Car or Truck

September 5, 2019

A TPMS monitors tire pressure and temperature and provides a visual warning light and audible alarm sound when thresholds are exceeded. [More…]

Interior and Upholstery Preparation for Hot Rods and Customs

September 7, 2018

Tips and tricks for preparing your hot rod or custom car or truck for interior and upholstery. [More…]

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