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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...]

Dirt Cheap Rat Rod 1968 Charger Build-up and Thrash

Dirt Cheap Rat Rod ~ ’68 Dodge Charger Build-up and Thrash

December 23, 2013

A Mad-Max-vibe 1968 Dodge Charger built with motorhome parts, Dukes-style action, lots of low-buck wrenching, hilarious snafus, and more. [More...]

Back On The Road In 30 Minutes – Forgotten 50’s 1932 Ford Drag Car

January 12, 2024

This particular ’32 Ford had a rich history as an East Coast hot rod, having been built in the [More...]

Kustom Painting Made Easy with House of Kolor

September 24, 2018

Jon Kosmoski demonstrates each step of car restoration from paint stripping to base-coat application and final polishing. [More…] [More...]

How To Check If Your Amazing Barn Find Actually Runs

January 6, 2019

You’ve found a fantastic vintage car or truck project, and it’s cheap — But is it really worth [More...]

1946 Chevy Truck / 2002 Prius Unibody Chassis Swap ~ Wait… WHAT?!

March 14, 2018

Joe Winter of Hoopie’s Hot Rods in Ohio mates a 1946 Chevrolet truck body and an ’02 Prius unibody/chassis [More...]

One-Owner 1937 Willys Coupe Parked Since 1968 Gets Full Restoration

January 12, 2020

This 1937 Willys coupe received a stock restoration after sitting since the 1960s and still retains its original engine [More...]

Understanding Power Brakes

July 19, 2016

Power-assisted brakes use the power of the engine and battery to increase the efficiency of the braking system. [More...]

Understanding Tie Rods

September 30, 2016

Tie rods are slender structural rods used as a tie and capable of carrying tensile loads only and [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...]

The Ultimate MOPAR Hoard ~ Trailers Full of Muscle Car Parts (for sale)

December 9, 2020

Frank Parks has nearly 100 vehicles and hundreds of thousands of parts tagged and stashed away for safekeeping. But [More...]

Blown 4L60e Transmission ~ Disassembly and Inspection

July 1, 2020

Busted Classic Garage disassembles and inspects the sub-assemblies in a blown 4L60e transmission out of a ’98 Pontiac Trans AM. [More…]

How To Read a Tire Sidewall ~ DOT Tire Numbering System

Tire Size? How To Read a Tire Sidewall and What it All Means

July 30, 2016

The side of your tire, or tire sidewall, contains everything you need to know about your tire size, rating, and manufacturer. [More…]

How To Set Up and Operate a NOS Nitrous Refill Station

August 5, 2019

Nitrous, it’s one of the cheapest and easiest ways to add horsepower to most any engine. But, refilling your own cylinders, well that can be aggravating as well as time-consuming. [More…]

How To Swap a 454 Big Block Chevrolet Cam

December 16, 2018

Richard Holdener swaps a cam in a 454 BBC and shows you the step-by-step instructions so you can swap a Big Block Chevrolet cam yourself. [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…]

How To Detail with Citrus Cleaners

September 12, 2009

Are you amazed at how many specialty cleaners are available to clean your vehicle? Ever wonder what the pros in Dealerships and Detailing Shops use? In those businesses, concentrated citrus cleaners have replaced them all and taken the center stage. [More…]

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