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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...]

1964 Chevrolet Corvette Pro-Touring Build

August 14, 2019

via Hand Built Cars ~ Pro-Touring.com member Poorhousenext’s 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Pro-Touring Build. [More…] Also of Interest: [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...]

How To Rattle Can Spray Paint a Motorcycle Helmet

Rattle Cans and 1Shot ~ DIY Motorcycle Helmet Paint

July 26, 2020

YouTuber Iron Gordon shows how to paint a motorcycle helmet with a few cans of spray paint and [More...]

1955-59 GM Truck Body Panel Alignment: Cab to Door to Fender to Hood

January 1, 2021

How to align cab to doors to fenders and hood are fully covered, as well as an explanation [More...]

1962 Volkswagen Kombi Transporter Mircobus Panel Van

1962 Volkswagen Van Craigslist Find and Resurrection

February 17, 2019

YouTuber CT Moog made a fantastic Craigslist Find in this 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 Van. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

1967 Chevy C/28 Project by Foose Design

May 21, 2019

Chip Foose chronicles his 1967 Chevy C-10 truck build, showing you projects and solutions you can apply at home [More...]

Understanding Exhaust Systems

March 26, 2017

Exhaust systems are a series of pipes that evacuate spent gases from an engine. Understand the components of [More...]

Common V8 Firing Orders, Distributor Locations and Rotation Directions

January 25, 2021

Common Firing Orders. MSD Ignition created this helpful chart that displays many common V8 firing orders and distributor [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...]

Junk Yard Tour ~ Martell's Salvage, North Dakota

Martell’s Salvage has 1,000s of Project Cars and Trucks For Sale in ND

October 15, 2020

Martell’s Salvage has more than 4,000 vehicles on hand, the bulk of which are fully restorable project vehicles. Take [More...]

How To Select a Torque Converter

December 5, 2018

A torque converter is a fluid coupling device that transfers power from engine to transmission. Here’s how to select the right one for you. [More…]

How To Install Ring and Pinion Gears in a Ford 8.8 Rear-End

November 26, 2018

In this video DIY Guide, The Fab Forums go over how to install ring and pinion gears in a Ford 8.8 rear end. [More…]

How To Install a Limited Slip/Posi Unit in a GM 10 Bolt 8.5″ Rear-end

November 27, 2018

Installation of an Eaton Detroit Truetrac Limited Slip/Posi Unit into a 1987 Chevy C-10 truck with a 10 bolt 8.5″ Rear-end. [More…]

How To Calculate Cost Of Materials for a Tube Bending Project

December 29, 2018

When your project requires a little bit of tube bending, you’ll want to calculate the cost of the materials you’ll need. Here’s how. [More…]

How To Make Tools To Stretch Sheet Metal

January 16, 2019

Kyle Voss of The Fab Forums demonstrates a tool he made to help stretch sheet metal. [More…]

Beginner English Wheel Basics ~ Build, Buy or Modify and How To Use

August 9, 2021

Karl Fisher overviews English wheels and shows you how to use an English wheel to Planish, Stretch, and Form sheet metal. [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…]

700HP Stroker LS - How To Build Bottom End

700HP Stroker LS ~ How To Build the Bottom End

October 17, 2018

Brad goes over in detail how to assemble the bottom end of an LS1 engine. Follow along as he explains block, crankshaft, and piston assembly. [More…]

How To MIG Weld In Tight Spaces and Corners

How To MIG Weld In Corners, Close Quarters, and Tight Spaces

November 28, 2018

Matt Urch of Urchfab demonstrates a little trick for getting your MIG welds into those corners and other tight spaces. [More…]

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