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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...]

1959 Chevrolet Apache 4WD - B-Body Chassis Swap

1959 Chevrolet Apache 4th Gen B-Body Chassis Swap Sleeper

March 7, 2018

A 125K mile 4th Gen GM B-Body Caprice Classic donor car and a 4 Wheel-Drive 1959 Chevrolet Apache truck [More...]

1964 Chevrolet Corvette Pro-Touring Build

August 14, 2019

via Hand Built Cars ~ Pro-Touring.com member Poorhousenext’s 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Pro-Touring Build. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

5 Things You Need To LS Swap Any Vehicle

July 30, 2019

Swap a 4.8, 5.3, or 6.0 Liter LSX engine swapped into any vehicle and running by just following [More...]

How To MIG Weld In Tight Spaces and Corners

How To MIG Weld In Corners, Close Quarters, and Tight Spaces

November 28, 2018

Matt Urch of Urchfab demonstrates a little trick for getting your MIG welds into those corners and other [More...]

1967 Chevrolet C10 Truck Build with Air Ride

December 3, 2018

This Truck was abandoned for 15 years until it was sold for $100 to a talented builder who transformed [More...]

1955 Chevrolet 4 Door to 2 Door Conversion in 4 Minutes

July 25, 2019

“I always wanted a ’55 Chevy 2 door post but they’re priced out of reach. I decided to do [More...]

Understanding Suspension

April 14, 2016

Most conventional suspension systems use passive springs to absorb impacts and shock absorbers to control spring motions… [More…] Also of [More...]

Understanding Automatic Transmissions

September 3, 2016

Most vehicles sold in the United States since the 1950s have had automatic transmissions. The vehicle’s gearbox is [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...]

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 worked out much better. [More…]

How To Teardown, Rebuild, and Dyno a Small Block Chevy Engine

May 10, 2019

Pat and Mike tear-down, rebuild, and dyno a small block Chevy engine and end up adding around 60 HP with spare parts. [More…]

How To Determine Engine and Pinion Angle

How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle

July 2, 2020

Engine and pinion angle are relative to the ground. Most engines are set at 3 degrees, this allows the carburetor to sit level, however… [More…]

Welding Patch Panels with a Harbor Freight 125 Flux Core Welder

March 25, 2021

Chicago Electric Flux Core 125 Welder from Harbor Freight is used to weld an automotive patch panel into place, repairing a fender rust hole. [More…]

How To Fix Flaking Clear Coat and Paint with a Rattle Can Kit

How To Fix Flaking, Faded Clear Coat and Paint with a Rattle Can Kit

October 2, 2018

Automotive Touchup offers DIYers full kits that include everything needed to fix and repaint problem paint and clear coat spots. [More…]

How To Make a Simple Louver Press

January 31, 2020

How to make a very simple louver press for punching louvers, and it works really well even on large panels… [More…]

Upgrade Stock Small Block Cast-Iron Exhaust Manifolds To Hooker High-Flow

January 28, 2022

If your goal is more power with a classic appearance, Hooker small-block Chevy cast-iron exhaust manifolds are just the ticket. [More…]

How To Make A Sheet Metal Slapper ~ DIY Metal Shaping Tool

May 15, 2019

Wray Schelin from ProShaper Workshop shows you how to make a Sheet Metal Slapper with salvaged spring steel from a discarded office chair. [More…]

How To Fix Sagging Doors in Older Vehicles

April 22, 2019

The most common cause is a set of worn-out door hinge pins and bushings. Here is an affordable way to fix it that won’t take you all day. [More…]

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