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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...]

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck Build

June 15, 2019

This cleanly executed RestoMod 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck was built by the Roadster Shop of Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

1965 Ford F100 / Police Interceptor Build

July 8, 2019

Works like a Truck, Rides like a Car ~ Chris Meyer gives you on a look at a1965 Ford [More...]

4L60e Transmission ~ Full Rebuild

November 3, 2018

This video documents a complete 4L60e Transmission disassembly and rebuild… [More…] Also of Interest: 3 Most Common 4L60E [More...]

How To Cut Sheet Metal With Ease ~ Eastwood's Electric Throatless Shear

How To Cut Sheet Metal With Ease ~ Electric Throatless Shear

December 21, 2018

The Eastwood Electric Throatless Shear is a heavy-duty professional quality tool ruggedly designed for many years of reliable [More...]

1954 Studebaker 3R5 Pickup Truck Build

July 9, 2019

This build started as a top chop and has grown exponentially in custom metalwork. [More…] Also of Interest: 1955 [More...]

Are You Letting Brand Loyalty Hold You or Your Project Back?

October 18, 2023

It’s not the brand that truly matters but the people and their passion for creating something unique and exciting. [More...]

Understanding Fuel Injectors

August 11, 2017

Fuel Injectors have replaced carburetors for fuel delivery. Fuel injectors are part of a computerized system that sprays [More...]

How To Use A Digital Multimeter

February 19, 2018

The digital multimeter is the go-to tool for electrical problems in a car and is the proper tool [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...]

Junkyard Tour of Tellico Mountain Motors in East Tennessee

May 18, 2021

The Hot Rod Hoarder tours 1,000s of cars and trucks hiding in the woods at Tellico Mountain Motorson the [More...]

11 Salvage Yard Tips and Tricks

December 5, 2018

Here are 11 Salvage Yard Tips and Tricks to help you make the most out of your next trip to the salvage or junkyard. [More…]

How To Salvage A Vinyl Top

April 20, 2019

If you have a 1970s or ’80s era car with a vinyl top, here are a few tips and tricks how you can salvage or restore yours. [More…]

LS Swap Essentials: What You Need To Know

October 26, 2018

Chase Christensen takes you through every component and solution that you’ll need to consider when tackling your own LS engine swap. [More…]

How To Use Lead Instead of Plastic Filler

December 19, 2018

Alberto Ferroni demonstrates how to use lead Instead of plastic filler while performing some bodywork on his Porsche 911 race car. [More…]

How To Achieve Power Gains Without Taking Your Engine Apart

January 31, 2021

Adjust ignition, timing, carburetor, air cleaner, and engine oil to improve the performance of each without cracking open your engine. [More…]

How To Adjust Ride Height With Torsion Bars

How Torsion Bars Work and How To Adjust Ride Height

April 19, 2019

Dylan McCool demonstrates how torsion bars work and how to adjust your vehicle ride height with torsion bars. [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 piece and too large to just weld as you normally would. [More…]

How To Tune an Edelbrock Carburetor

November 21, 2018

Carburetor adjustment errors can affect the entire engine. Here’s how to properly tune your Edelbrock carburetor. [More…]

How to Install New Billet Hood Hinges on 1967-1972 Chevy Trucks

How To Install Billet Hood Hinges on 1967-1972 Chevy Trucks

March 11, 2019

Kevin Tetz demonstrates how to replace worn-out hood hinges on 1967-1972 Chevy/GMC trucks with high-quality Billet Hood Hinges. [More…]

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