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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...]

King Cobra Mustang Overhaul: Revamping Performance with a Total Suspension Refresh

January 6, 2024

The team at Pole Barn Garage has taken the restoration journey to the next level by giving the King [More...]

Sylvester Stallone's 1955 Ford F100 ~ West Coast Customs

Sylvester Stallone’s 1955 Ford F100 Build by West Coast Customs

February 5, 2019

Sylvester Stallone’s movie “The Expendables” features a 1955 Ford F100 truck, which had to be fully built for silver [More...]

How To Make Shock Absorber Stools

March 12, 2019

This video demonstrates how to make a pair of stools from shock absorbers, coil springs, and some shop [More...]

Split Personality ~ How To Install Exhaust Cutouts

December 2, 2018

EricTheCarGuy has installed not one, but 2 exhaust cut outs on his Ford Fairmont Project. The second cut out [More...]

1949 Cadillac Gets Upgraded by the Foose Design Team

January 28, 2022

Foose Design rebuilt this ’49 Cadillac cruiser that can go coast to coast while leaving the body alone, focusing [More...]

1969 Chevrolet Camaro RestoMod Build

December 29, 2018

1969 Chevrolet Camaro RestoMod Build [More…] Also of Interest: Craftsman Tools 1969 Chevy C10 Pro-Touring Restomod 1970 Chevrolet Camaro [More...]

How To Diagnose Common Engine Problems with a Vacuum Gauge

July 5, 2021

One of the easiest, cheapest, and fastest ways to check an engine for serious issues is to perform [More...]

Understanding Air Intakes

August 18, 2017

Among the most popular styles of air intakes are short ram intakes, cold air intakes, and ram air [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...]

Classic BIG Trucks For Sale in Harvard, Nebraska

September 16, 2020

Parts trucks and full runners perfect for someone doing a “big Truck” build, above-average cabs perfect for “big short [More...]

How To Break a Tire Bead Quickly and Safely with Common Tools

May 2, 2019

This video demonstrates how to quickly, easily, and safely break even the most stubborn tire bead with a floor jack and a ratchet strap. [More…]

Evaluating Internal Parts For The DIY Home Engine Rebuilder

April 2, 2022

How to do a step-by-step evaluation of a piston and rod assembly. What to look for, what can go wrong, and what can you get away with. [More…]

How To Ensure Clean, Dry, Compressed Air for Painting, Powder Coating and More

How To Ensure Clean, Dry Air for Painting and Powder Coating

November 21, 2018

Scott goes over the Eastwood Complete Filtration System and how to install it to your compressed air system. [More…]

How To Refinish a Carburetor ~ Cadmium Dichromate Plating

How To Refinish a Carburetor with Cadmium Dichromate Plating

December 19, 2018

Carburetor Plating with Harold Demes ~ How carburetors are plated and dichromate conversion coating is applied. [More…]

How To Install Terminator X EFI On Any LS Engine

February 21, 2022

Holley offers two powertrain management systems that feature plug and play control for most domestic V8 engines starting at just $999. [More…]

How To Paint, Weather And Patina With Adam Savage

Adam Savage Demonstrates Weathering Tricks

February 27, 2019

Adam Savage shows us how to paint and weather a newly constructed box to make it look like it’s something that’s been used for decades. [More…]

Electric to Mechanical Speedometer Cable Drive Conversion

February 7, 2021

Have you put a modern transmission into your classic car, but want to keep your factory mechanical speedometer working? A Cable Drive Conversion is your solution. [More…]

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or Stick Welding

How To Stick Weld ~ Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Beginner Basics

November 2, 2020

Here’s everything that you need to know when starting out with Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), more commonly known as stick welding. [More…]

How To Swap A GM 12-Bolt Rear-End To Positraction

May 22, 2019

Have a bunch of power under your hood? Are you only spinning one wheel on those burnouts? Solve all your one-wheel peel problems here. [More…]

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