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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...]

Viper V10 Powered 1951 Hudson Wasp Build

August 16, 2019

Kenny’s Rod Shops’ Viper V10 Powered 1951 Hudson Wasp Build. The shops’ fab team in Boise, ID masterfully crafted [More...]

KTM 300 Drift Trike ~ How It Was Built

November 26, 2018

Steve’s KTM 300 powered drift trike ~ We ride around the beach and talked with Steve about how he [More...]

How To Fix Sagging Doors in Older Vehicles

April 22, 2019

The most common cause is a set of worn-out door hinge pins and bushings. Here is an affordable [More...]

Welding Distortion ~ Tips for Keeping it Square

Welding Distortion ~ Tips for Keeping Your Project Square

January 7, 2019

You can limit distortion by weld sequence, fixturing or clamping, and selecting weld sequence and direction of travel. [More...]

1963 Chevrolet Impala SS Custom Lowrider Project

“Jackpot” 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS Custom Lowrider Build

March 18, 2019

Lay It Low ~ This build photo compilation shows a 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS Custom Lowrider build dubbed “Jackpot”. [More...]

Upside-Down ~ 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck Build

Upside-Down ~ 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck Gets Instant Chassis Slam

March 28, 2020

This is Dizzo Martell’s 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck that’s built on a chassis flipped upside down [More...]

How To Choose a Manual Clutch Set

February 28, 2019

Choosing the correct performance clutch for your combination will ensure you get all that power to the rear [More...]

Understanding Aluminum Heads and Spark Plugs

May 12, 2014

Spark Plug seizure in an aluminum cylinder head is usually caused by improper installation and too much torque. [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 A-Body Vehicle Inventory at Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, KS

June 29, 2019

This video is a drone flyover of Nobody Else’s Auto LLC GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory with commentary from Chad [More...]

2-Minute Tech - Wiring Tips with Ron Francis Wiring

2-Minute Tech: Wiring Tips from Ron Francis Wiring

October 15, 2018

Black Top Magazine’s project “Riff-Raff”, a 1956 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan is getting rewired with a Ron Francis Express Series Kit. [More…]

Master Cylinder Installation and Bench Bleeding Procedure

October 6, 2018

Learn how to bench bleed a master cylinder. Removing the air before installation is critical and this tutorial walks you through the process. [More…]

When to Polish vs Compound vs Wetsand

October 30, 2018

Polish vs Compound vs Wetsand ~ Learn what each process accomplishes on the same scratch to better understand each technique… [More…]

Cheap and Easy Classic Car Door Hinge Rebuild

October 22, 2018

Cheap and easy fix for sagging classic car doors with an inexpensive replacement door hinge pin and bushing kit. [More…]

How To Refill or Recharge Aerosol Spray Cans

December 18, 2018

How to refill / recharge aerosol spray cans. Two methods to refill the propellant in are demonstrated – throw away less and save money! [More…]

How to Make a Replacement Tail Light Lens

How To Make a Replacement Automotive Light Lens

January 29, 2019

How to replicate a tail light lens of any car using a Mold star silicone rubber mold and Crystal Clear optically-clear UV resistant resin. [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…]

How To Shorten A Driveshaft

January 5, 2019

Learn how to shorten a driveshaft on this episode of Two Minute Tech from Power Nation Garage. [More…]

Metal Forming Radius Bends With A T-Stake

May 9, 2018

Kent White demonstrates how to make a quickly and easily form a radius bend using a post-mounted T-stake. [More…]

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