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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...]

Full Restoration: 1968 Volkswagen Bug

November 2, 2018

Watch the FULL At Home Restoration of a 1968 Volkswagen Beetle acquired for a paltry $250 from start to [More...]

The Holey Goat’s OG 1970 Pontiac GTO 400ci Engine ~ Can It Be Saved?

April 1, 2022

Dalton finally tears into the original, numbers matching 400ci Pontiac V8 out of the abandoned and abused 1970 GTO. [More...]

How To LEGALLY Title Any Classic Car, Truck, Or Motorcycle Using The Vermont Loophole

April 30, 2022

Here is the step-by-step process to obtain official ownership papers in your name, with a minimal outlay of [More...]

Metal Forming Radius Bends With A T-Stake

May 9, 2018

Kent White demonstrates how to make a quickly and easily form a radius bend using a post-mounted T-stake. [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...]

Building a Man-Sized Go-Kart from a Junkyard Bound Chassis

March 29, 2020

Reviving a junkyard bound Buick Regal ~ the left for dead chassis gets a slew of guerrilla-style upgrades that [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 the Impact of Wheel Spacers on Your Car

December 3, 2015

Wheel spacers alter a vehicle’s stance and performance. Explores the various effects of wheel spacers on cars 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...]

Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ford and IH Trucks For Sale in Pella, Iowa

Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ford, and IH Project Trucks For Sale in Pella, Iowa

September 7, 2020

Doug has managed to keep hundreds of old cars and trucks that are restorable or have very hard to [More...]

How To Make a Model A Cowl Panel

November 11, 2018

Matt shows how to make and bead roll a full replacement cowl panel for the 1930 Model A Roadster project. [More…]

How To Repair a Throttle Cable with a Homemade Tool

How To Repair a Twisted Cable End with a Simple Homemade Tool

August 1, 2019

Repairing a twisted brake or throttle cable with a simple homemade tool in just minutes — Easy and functional. Check it out… [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…]

Grinder Safety ~ How to Properly Use an Angle Grinder + FAILS!

March 9, 2020

Grinders are one of the most dangerous and misused tools in many shops. Most injuries can be avoided by following the simple steps we covered in this video. Watch the whole thing, stay safe, and forward this to a friend… [More…]

How To Install An Oxygen Sensor Bung

April 25, 2019

When engine swapping up to a fuel injected engine, there are a few things to consider when installing the exhaust, including O2 sensors. [More…]

How To Shorten A Driveshaft

January 5, 2019

Learn how to shorten a driveshaft on this episode of Two Minute Tech from Power Nation Garage. [More…]

Leaf Spring Axle Flip ~ How To Install a C-Notch and Axle Flip Kit

January 16, 2019

Follow along as we lower the rear of our ’75 GMC Sierra Classic using an Axle Flip Kit on the leaf springs and install a C-Notch kit. [More…]

2-Minute Tech - Wiring Tips with Ron Francis Wiring

2-Minute Tech: Wiring Tips from Ron Francis Wiring

October 15, 2018

Black Top Magazine’s project “Riff-Raff”, a 1956 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan is getting rewired with a Ron Francis Express Series Kit. [More…]

Custom Tire Raised Lettering Kit ~ Fits All Vehicles

Custom Raised Tire Lettering Kit ~ Fits All Vehicles!

October 26, 2018

Trick out your ride with custom raised white tire lettering on your tires using genuine licensed designs by Tire Stickers. [More…]

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