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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...]

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...]

1958 GMC Fleetside and Air-Ride RestoMod Project

July 20, 2019

This big window, short bed, fleetside 1958 GMC 100 pick up truck has had the bodywork done and taken [More...]

How To Organize Your Tool Box ~ Ideas About Tool Storage

How To Organize Your Tool Box For Maximum Storage Space

December 6, 2018

Here are some simple ideas and suggestions that will help you organize your toolboxes for maximizing storage space. [More...]

Installing 220v Outlets in the Shop ~ It’s Easier Than You Thought

January 7, 2022

Jonathan Katz-Moses installs 220v outlets in his shop and demonstrates that it is likely easier than you thought. [More...]

1954 Chevy Bel Air Restomod Build ~ Supercharged LSX 454

January 23, 2019

This cherry 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air was dropped off at The Roadster Shop to receive an upgrade on essentially [More...]

1963 Cadillac Hearse Cummins Swap ~ Who Ya Gonna Call?

April 6, 2019

Tension gets high when time runs low as the guys set out to Cummins swap a ’63 Cadillac set [More...]

Understanding Cold Engine Starts

February 18, 2017

Cold weather will come; that’s for sure and inevitable. The trick is to not let cold engines stop [More...]

Understanding Exhaust Systems

March 26, 2017

Exhaust systems are a series of pipes that evacuate spent gases from an engine. Understand the components of [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...]

International Trucks For Sale ~ Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, Kansas

August 5, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto has approximately 40 International trucks in stock for projects and parts. Current inventory is mid-1930s to [More...]

Project Stuie ~ 1951 Studebaker Truck Gets an LS Coversion

1951 Studebaker Truck Gets an LS Swap ~ Project Stuie

December 14, 2018

Jeremy shows a thorough, step by step install of a Holley Sniper EFI fabricated intake manifold on an LS engine in his 1951 Studebaker Truck. [More…]

How To Mix Flat Black or Matte Black Paint

May 21, 2018

In this video we are going to show you how to mix flat or matte black paint when painting a car. [More…]

1973 Camaro with Holley RetroBright LED Headlights

How To Install Holley RetroBright LED Headlights in a Classic Car or Truck

February 4, 2022

RetroBright LED Headlights offer plug & play compatibility, better visibility, and 6 times longer life over traditional sealed beam headlights. [More…]

Using a Cheap Inverter-Based Plasma Cutter and Setting Up for Repetitive Cuts

December 8, 2019

Vladimir from Invincible Extremes demonstrates the utility and usage of an inexpensive inverter-based plasma cutter and keeps it real with tips and tricks as he sets up for and cuts several nearly identical pieces using a jig… [More…]

How To Rebuild Top End ~ Chevy 350 Small Block Engine

January 9, 2019

Chris shows you how to rebuild the top end of a Chevy 350 V8 small block engine. [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…]

Hot Rod Fabrication with an English Wheel

November 29, 2018

Kyle Voss from The Fab Forums makes some transmission panels for the “Bibbster” project using an English wheel. [More…]

How To Make a Beater Bag ~ Poor Man’s Shot Bag

January 17, 2019

Jere Kirkpatrick shows you how to easily make a Beater Bag (or shot bag, sand bag) for shaping sheet metal for cheap. [More…]

How To Sand and Polish Steel Wheels to a Mirror Finish

December 10, 2018

From Skills and Trade ~ In this video, you’ll learn how to sand and polish a steel wheel to a mirror-like finish. [More…]

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