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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...]

Stuart Adams’ 1969 TUX Camaro Build from Start to Finish

May 13, 2019

‘TUX’ took accolades such as Great 8 Finalist, Goodguys Street Machine of the Year, Street Rodder Triple Crown Award, [More...]

1956 Chevrolet Bel Air LS3 Pro Touring RestoMod Build

November 12, 2018

MetalWorks built this full pro-touring RestoMod ’56 Bel Air for a customer. It features an Art Morrison chassis and GM [More...]

DIY Metal Brake for Bending Sheet Metal

May 1, 2018

Making a simple benchtop sheet metal brake that will bend 16 gauge steel. [More…] Also of Interest: $20 [More...]

DIY Muffler Installation Tips from Cherry Bomb

October 15, 2018

Cherry Bomb has honed their skills through blood, sweat, and tears and they’d like to share their gained [More...]

1964 Chevrolet Impala SS 409 Restoration Project

April 2, 2019

This ’64 Chevy Impala gets a complete body off restoration at the Hot Rod Factory including a full floor [More...]

1955 Chevrolet First Series Pickup Truck Build

1955 Chevrolet 3100 First Series Pickup Truck Chassis Swap Build

December 26, 2018

From Hand Built Cars ~ 1955 Chevrolet 3100 First Series Pickup Truck ~ Chevrolet S10 Conversion [More…] Also of [More...]

Using Your Ears to Assess Engine Condition: Old-School Techniques

July 13, 2019

Uncle Tony offers up two quick and easy ways to tell what’s going on inside the engine just [More...]

Understanding Hot Engine Starts

August 11, 2015

It is usually a cold engine, which is exposed to extreme weather that is difficult to start. However, [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...]

Bud’s Salvage ~ 1930s-70s Parts and Project Cars/Trucks in Oklahoma

March 2, 2022

Mr. Goodpliers tours Bud’s Salvage to check out their inventory of 1930s to 1970s vintage cars and trucks available [More...]

How To Paint Candy Metal-Flake Panel Graphics

October 21, 2020

Take your motorcycle tank to the next level — create airbrush effects like lace, fish scales, sun rays, pinstripes, and paint blends. [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…]

How To Re-Drill Axles/Brakes For Different Bolt Pattern Wheels

November 3, 2021

This vehicle wheel bolt pattern drill guide helps you drill out both your axle and brake drum or brake rotor to a different bolt pattern. [More…]

Big Block to LS Engine and 4L60e Swap On A Budget

LS Engine and 4L60e Transmission Swap On A Budget

October 14, 2018

Chuck Hanson walks us through swapping out a Big Block 454 for a 5.3L LS engine and 4L60e transmission combination. [More…]

How To Repair And Straighten Stainless-Steel Trim

How To Straighten and Repair Stainless Steel Trim

December 11, 2018

Stainless trim is common to many cars from the 20s through the 70s; with a little effort, it can be made to look like new again. [More…]

Reversed Chrome Wheels and Cheater Slicks ~ 1932 Ford 5 Window Coupe

Reversed Chrome Wheels & Cheater Slicks ~ 1932 Ford 5 Window Coupe

April 3, 2020

With a little bit of work and some lube, the new stance on reverse chrome wheels and cheater slicks fits the ’32 perfectly. [More…]

How To Repair Cast Iron ~ Stick Welding with Muggy Weld

November 11, 2018

Follow along with Brandon Lund as he repairs a broken cast iron exhaust manifold using Muggy Weld with no pre-heat. [More…]

How To Modify Your Wheels the Old School Hot Roddin’ Way

July 3, 2019

How To Modify Your Wheels the Old School Hot Roddin’ Way with Bad Chad. [More…]

How To Convert a Car Alternator into a Go Kart Motor

November 22, 2019

An automotive alternator can be converted into a powerful hybrid brushless motor in a couple of hours with some know-how and common tools. [More…]

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