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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...]

Project Lo ‘n Slo ~ 1965 Chevy C10 Fleetside RestoMod Full Build

December 14, 2020

Project Lo ‘n Slo ’65 C10 Fleetside gets a coil-over conversion that slams her to the ground and a [More...]

1951 Ford F1 Pickup Truck RestoMod Build

December 7, 2018

This 1951 Ford F1 Pickup Truck RestoMod project is a low budget build using the drivetrain out of a ’96 Ford [More...]

How To Chop a Top – Project Pilehouse DIY Top Chop

March 12, 2013

Learn the techniques for chopping a top on a 1950 Dodge pickup using MIG and TIG Welders, a [More...]

1947-87 GM Truck Fender, Door, and Hood Alignment Tips and Tricks

June 29, 2021

Dave Welch takes a Deep Dive into the process of getting your fenders, doors, hood, and other parts [More...]

High Performance 1962 Pontiac Catalina 4 Speed Revival

January 29, 2024

Mortske revives 1962 Pontiac Catalina with a ’68 GTO 400 Engine, a ’78 Trans Am Super T10 4-speed transmission, [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 Diagnose and Replace Universal Joints

February 28, 2019

Learn how to tell if your u-joints are bad and how to replace u-joints in this in-depth DIY [More...]

Uses For Different Tire Applications

February 8, 2019

Different tire applications ~ Depending on where you’re taking your rig helps determines what tires you’ll need. [More…] [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...]

The Ultimate MOPAR Hoard ~ Trailers Full of Muscle Car Parts (for sale)

December 9, 2020

Frank Parks has nearly 100 vehicles and hundreds of thousands of parts tagged and stashed away for safekeeping. But [More...]

AutoLoc Universal Frenched Headlight Kit

Go French! Install Frenched Headlights with DIY Weld-in Bucket Kit

March 23, 2021

Autoloc’s Frenched Headlight kit is easy to install and adds a special look. Here is how to weld in the buckets and install the kit. [More…]

What Type Of Muffler Should You Go With When Upgrading Your Exhaust?

Upgrading Exhaust ~ What Type Of Muffler Should You Choose?

March 1, 2019

This PowerNation Extra gives you a look at the different kinds of aftermarket mufflers available when you want to upgrade your exhaust system. [More…]

How To Read and Understand Spark Plugs

April 29, 2019

By closely examining the spark plug insulator firing tip color, you can determine a lot about an engine’s overall operating condition. [More…]

How To Upgrade To Threaded Engine Block Oil Plugs

January 1, 2019

Oil plug holes in an engine block can become worn out which can lead to leaks and a potential blow-out. Here is a reliable threaded solution. [More…]

How To Paint a Car at Home Step-by-Step

July 28, 2023

We take you through the step-by-step process of achieving a quality finish for your car, from the initial prep to the final cut and buff. [More…]

How To Make Custom Floating Hubcaps

September 24, 2024

Floating hubcaps are a stylish addition to any classic car, and the step-by-step process outlined here makes it easy to DIY. [More…]

Tube Bending Basics ~ What You Need to Know

November 12, 2018

Tube Bending Basics covers general knowlege of materials, dies, benders, Center Line Radius, bending gauge, cheater creation, and more. [More…]

How To Make a Metal Roof Insert for a Ford Model A Coupe

December 23, 2018

Matt from IronTrap Garage goes over the correct steps needed to build a Metal Roof Insert for your own Ford Model A Coupe. [More…]

How To Tell If Your Junkyard 4L80E Is Any Good

February 26, 2019

The Driveway Engineer guides you through doing basic checks on a 4L80E donor transmission including fluid inspection and air checks. [More…]

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