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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...]

1937 Sedan Delivery Handmade Toe Boards And Trans Cover

Handmade Toe Boards & Transmission Cover for ’37 Ford Sedan Delivery

March 26, 2022

RAC GARAGE got a new project in the shop and it’s in the shape of a rare 1937 Ford [More...]

Roadster Shop 1956 Ford F100 Pickup RestoMod

February 27, 2019

From RestoMod ~ 1956 Ford F100 Pickup RestoMod Project built by the Roadster Shop in Mundelein, IL. [More…] Also [More...]

How To Calibrate a Torque Wrench with a $5 Luggage Scale

How To Calibrate a Torque Wrench with a Cheap Luggage Scale

December 18, 2018

Garage Geek clearly demonstrates how to calibrate a torque wrench with an inexpensive $5 luggage scale. [More…] Also [More...]

How To Straighten a Bumper with a Hustler Stick Alignment Bar

December 11, 2018

The Hustler Stick Alignment Bar is perfect for bumpers, panels, hoods, decks, and brackets. Made with the strength [More...]

The Roadkill Crusher Impala Gets New Engine and Drag Strip Tested

March 7, 2021

David Freiburger and Steve Dulcich haul the rusty ’69 Chevy Impala in to get it to do burnouts, then [More...]

1969 Ford F100 5.0 Coyote Swap / 6-Speed Project

December 4, 2018

Builder and Owner: Hackster ~ 1969 Ford F100 5.0 Coyote Swap/6-Speed Build Project. [More…] Also of Interest: 1967 Ford [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…] Also of Interest: Chevrolet Engine [More...]

Understanding Ignition Coils

October 14, 2016

Ignition coils transform a storage battery’s 12 volts to the thousands of volts needed to spark the spark [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...]

International Trucks For Sale ~ Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, Kansas

August 5, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto has approximately 40 International trucks in stock for projects and parts. Current inventory is mid-1930s to [More...]

How To Make Custom Flathead Radiator Hoses

How To Make Custom Ford Flathead Radiator Hoses

November 27, 2018

The guys show how they made custom radiator hoses for the sectioned ’32 grill and custom radiator combination. [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 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…]

Elevate Your Wiring Projects with This Clever Hack!

February 19, 2024

Merricks Garage offers a comprehensive guide to efficient and effective electrical wire labeling techniques. [More…]

How To Shave/Fill A Gas Cap Filler Neck

November 12, 2018

In this video, Eastwood helps Joe C. with his 1955 Ford F-100 restoration, shaving and patching the fuel filler hole. [More…]

How To Make A Sheet Metal Slapper ~ DIY Metal Shaping Tool

May 15, 2019

Wray Schelin from ProShaper Workshop shows you how to make a Sheet Metal Slapper with salvaged spring steel from a discarded office chair. [More…]

How To Grind Inside Corners

February 24, 2021

A file, die grinder, and curved flap disc are demonstrated to show you how to properly handle inside corner grinding. [More…]

How To Make Your Own Rust Penetrant at Home

September 20, 2017

We’ve stumbled upon a simple rust penetrant solution that will make getting your stuck nuts and bolts off easier than ever before. [More…]

Exhaust Tube Running Boards for the 1940 Plymouth Coupe

Making Custom Running Boards with Exhaust Tube and Sheet Metal

November 23, 2020

Bad Chad Hiltz fabs a set of running boards with a stretch of exhaust pipe, 18 gauge metal, angle iron, cardboard, angle grinder, and welder. [More…]

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