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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 Custom RestoMod '69 Chevy C-10 Pickup Truck Build

BATTLESHIP ~ ’69 Chevy C10 Full Custom RestoMod Truck Build

May 1, 2019

THE BATTLESHIP is the name of this full Customized, RestoMod 1969 Chevy C10 Pickup Truck built by Carolina Kustoms. [More...]

Upside-Down ~ 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck Build

Upside-Down ~ 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck Gets Instant Chassis Slam

March 28, 2020

This is Dizzo Martell’s 1946 Ford 1 Ton Rat Rod Truck that’s built on a chassis flipped upside down [More...]

GM LSx Engine Swap ~ Wiring Harness Preparation

August 28, 2018

The idea is to end up with a simplified engine harness that only needs a minimum number of [More...]

Welcome - Chevrolet 3100 Fitted with Suicide Doors

How To Install Suicide Door Hinges

July 13, 2020

If you’re handy with a cutting wheel and welder, tackle the job yourself with a suicide door hinge [More...]

DIY Hot Rod Chop Top and Lake Pipes

March 25, 2020

With the Model T on a rolling chassis, the build duo is shows how to do a chop top [More...]

Classic 1965 Mustang Chassis Swap Onto A Modern 2010 Ford Mustang

March 13, 2022

Casey’s newest financial mistake: 1965 Mustang listed on the Facebook Marketplace for $350.00. He offered $250 and the deal [More...]

The Basics of a 4WD IFS Front End

April 2, 2019

Four-wheel drive independent front suspension (IFS) systems have been used on a lot of pickups since the 1980s. [More...]

Essential Tools for the Home Mechanic

March 11, 2019

Popular Mechanics associate auto editor Ben Wojdyla shows us his recommendations for the essential tools in anyone’s set. [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 Ford Dodge IH Diamond T Project Truck Cabs For Sale

Chevy, Ford, Dodge, and IH Truck Cabs For Sale in Great Bend, Kansas

March 19, 2021

Nobody Else’s Auto LLC has Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, International, and Diamond T truck cabs for sale in Great Bend, [More...]

How to Winterize Your Collector Car & Daily Driver

November 23, 2018

Scott goes over how to prepare your collector car or daily driver for storage over the winter. [More…]

How To Do A Wheel Alignment With String

June 1, 2021

Fitzee’s Fabrications demonstrates a simple way to do a wheel alignment yourself, at home, with just 4 jack stands and a length of string! [More…]

How To Retain, Threadlock and Safety Wire Bolts

January 8, 2019

When lock washers or lock nuts are not enough, here’s how to drill hardware for castle nuts, cotter pins and safety wire. [More…]

How To Install a Transmission Cooler

July 14, 2016

Adding a transmission cooler to your slush-boxed hot rod, car or truck is always a solid idea. Here’s what you need to know plus some tips. [More…]

How To Assess an Unfinished Project

April 16, 2019

What happens when you come into an unfinished project vehicle? How do you know what’s sitting in your garage? And how can you find out? [More…]

How To Get Abandoned Vehicles Rescued & Running: Tips From The Pros

February 7, 2022

A panel of experts offer up their best tips for getting left for dead vehicles and equipment rescued and running again. [More…]

AutoLoc Universal Frenched Headlight Kit

Go French! Install Frenched Headlights with DIY Weld-in Bucket Kit

March 23, 2021

Autoloc’s Frenched Headlight kit is easy to install and adds a special look. Here is how to weld in the buckets and install the kit. [More…]

How To Build Custom Flathead Headers

November 17, 2018

Matt makes headers for the Model T project that has a 59A block flathead in between modified 1946 Ford Frame rails. [More…]

Vintage Car Restoration

July 15, 2009

If you love old cars your not alone. Collectors have breathed new life into these vintage autos by restoring them to like new condition. [More…]

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