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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...]

1966 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Pro-Touring Truck Build

December 22, 2018

A 1966 Chevrolet Suburban turned into a modernized show vehicle with throwback surf wagon styling, big block power, and [More...]

1953 Chevrolet 5 Window RustoMod Truck Build

1953 Chevrolet 3100 Five Window S10 Chassis Swap

January 13, 2019

From Hand Built Cars ~ 1953 Chevrolet 5 Window Pickup Truck / S10 Chassis Swap / 5.7 TPI Engine [More...]

How To Reverse Steel Wheels

December 10, 2018

1960s reverse steel wheels offered more positive wheel offset for smoother, deeper appearance while still building with stock [More...]

How To Repiar Your Chipped or Cracked Windshied

How To Repair Your Windshield

July 2, 2017

If your car windshield has been cracked by a rock, you don’t have to replace the windshield. You [More...]

CORRUPTT ~ Ferrari Twin Turbo Powered 1968 Ford Mustang UPDATE

CORRUPTT ~ Ferrari Twin Turbo Powered 1968 Ford Mustang Build

January 31, 2019

Built by American Legends, CORRUPTT is a fully customized ’68 Mustang muscle car that packs a twin turbo Ferrari [More...]

1955 Studebaker E Series Pro-Touring Pickup Truck Build

March 2, 2019

This 1955 Studebaker Pro-Touring truck sits on an Art Morrison chassis and is powered by a MSD fuel injected [More...]

Understanding Catalytic Converters

August 4, 2015

A catalytic converter is a component found in the exhaust system of a vehicle. The catalytic converter burns [More...]

Understanding Automotive Relays

October 9, 2018

A relay is essentially a switch that is operated electrically rather than mechanically and are used extensively in [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...]

GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory at Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, KS

June 29, 2019

This video is a drone flyover of Nobody Else’s Auto LLC GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory with commentary from Chad [More...]

How to Save Money on Your Hot Rod Build or Classic Car Restoration

September 17, 2018

Here are a couple tips right off to help keep costs under control as you embark on your hot rod project or build. [More…]

How To Get Clean Welds From a Harbor Freight Flux 125 Welder

How To Get Clean Welds with a Harbor Freight Flux 125 MIG Welder

May 1, 2018

The Flux 125 welder can weld mild steel from 18 gauge up to 3/16in. thick which makes it ideal for jobs around the yard, shop, or house. [More…]

How To Cut Threads ~ Using Taps and Dies

April 14, 2011

This 4-minute video covers the essential info needed to cut threads and keep yourself from getting into trouble, plus a drill-bit size chart. [More…]

How To Keep Your Car From Getting Stolen

How To Keep Your Vehicle From Getting Stolen

March 28, 2019

Stacey David shows you how to prevent someone from stealing your ride – from simple free ways to some that are a little more in depth. [More…]

How To Tie a Steel Rod in a Knot

September 28, 2022

Here are two examples of how to tie a solid steel rod in a knot which could make a cool shift knob, handle, or other accessory detail. [More…]

How To Cut Laminated Windshield Glass - Top Chop

How To Cut Curved and Laminated Windshield Glass

January 13, 2018

This is a series of narrated examples that cover how to cut curved, laminated windshield glass for chop top build projects. [More…]

How To Reupholster Car Seats

December 10, 2018

John Hunt demonstrates the steps required to fully reupholster a car seat. [More…]

How To Properly Set Up A Panhard Bar

July 2, 2020

The panhard bar is such a wonderfully simple design that gets a bad rap from a long history of poor implementation. Here’s how to set one up properly. [More…]

How To Age and Patina Wood

October 1, 2018

Similar effects with pre-mixed paints or stains are doable, but new wood can be aged in minutes with a simple solution of household materials. [More…]

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