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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...]

Dusty Dahl’s 1947 Chevy 3100 Project

June 24, 2015

Dusty Dahl’s ’47 Chevy 3100 project. It’s still a work in progress he tells us, but should really scoot [More...]

1955 International COE Hauler Chassis Swap Build

January 15, 2020

1955 International Cab Over was dropped onto a 425 Cadillac FWD chassis. The sleeper was chopped, narrowed and shortened [More...]

How To Easily Fill Gaps In Metal

November 23, 2018

Matt shows how he likes to fill gaps in metal that are too small to create a filler [More...]

How To Solder Wires Like A Pro

November 19, 2018

Learn the tools, tips, tricks, and techniques to properly solder wires together for a strong soldered joint. [More…] [More...]

1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Frame Off Restoration Project

April 29, 2019

Well, mostly 1970, with some ’72 parts, and others. [More…] Also of Interest: 3 Most Significant Cars Of The [More...]

1969 Ford Mustang Fastback RestoMod Build

January 25, 2019

Raybestos Brakes partnered with Schwartz Performance to RestoMod this Coyote Boss 302 1969 Mustang Fastback. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

Understanding How Differential Gears Work

August 12, 2010

This film was made in the 1930s and is the best explanation of how a differential works we [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...]

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...]

GM Trucks Chevrolet GMC Project Vehicles and Cabs

Chevrolet and GMC Project Trucks For Sale in Great Bend, Kansas

August 23, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto LLC has Chevrolet and GMC projects, build and part donor quality trucks for sale in Great [More...]

DIY Patina Matching with Water and Spray Paint

Panel Matching Real Patina with Faux Patina

January 24, 2021

You thought you’d never, but here you are looking up how to do a convincing faux patina paint job that matches existing panels. [More…]

How To Build A Sleeper Volkswagen

October 25, 2015

The Mighty Car Mods boys embark on an ambitious project to build an epic sleeper with a 1000% increase in power. [More…]

How To Repair a Ford Model A Frame and Horns

October 8, 2018

Andrew works on repairing a pair of damaged front frame horns on the Ford Model A and begins filling all the unwanted holes in the horns. [More…]

How To Rebuild a 4 Barrel Quadrajet Carburetor

September 21, 2019

Learn everything you need to know about Quadrajet carburetors, including how to rebuild one correctly, what kind of performance to expect, and why they’ve gotten a bad rap. [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 Notch Tubes Without a Tube Notcher

May 22, 2018

This is an easy to follow video that demonstrates how to accurately measure and notch tubes without the use of a tube notcher. [More…]

Buying Classic Cars ~ How To Do A Field Assessment

August 4, 2019

Learn how to look over a potential Daily-Driver classic car or truck and how to negotiate your best possible deal. [More…]

Electric to Mechanical Speedometer Cable Drive Conversion

February 7, 2021

Have you put a modern transmission into your classic car, but want to keep your factory mechanical speedometer working? A Cable Drive Conversion is your solution. [More…]

Bead Rolling Machine Basics with Master Metalworker Ron Covell

May 3, 2018

Learn the basics of the bead roller, a very versatile metalworking tool as demonstrated by mater metalworker Ron Covell. [More…]

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