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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...]

The Epic Rebuild of a Troubled Chevy 350 with Irish Outlaw Garage

January 4, 2024

Jay is on a mission, a challenge even the a seasoned mechanic — a rebuild of a Chevy 350 [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...]

How To Repair and Polish Damaged Hubcaps

June 25, 2019

Matt breaks out a handheld planishing hammer and hammer and dollies to correct the damage before taking them [More...]

What Type Of Muffler Should You Go With When Upgrading Your Exhaust?

Upgrading Exhaust ~ What Type Of Muffler Should You Choose?

March 1, 2019

This PowerNation Extra gives you a look at the different kinds of aftermarket mufflers available when you want [More...]

Backyard Built 1965 International Loadstar aka ‘Rusty Nails’

December 22, 2021

Dewey Dougherty’s 1965 International Loadstar aka ‘Rusty Nails’ is a backyard-built, chassis swapped, and 6.0L LS-powered behemoth. [More…] Also [More...]

1969 Dodge Charger Pro-Touring Build

June 5, 2019

Built from just 25% of the original car, BBT Fabrications builds a very cool, very clean Pro Touring style [More...]

Uses For Different Tire Applications

February 8, 2019

Different tire applications ~ Depending on where you’re taking your rig helps determines what tires you’ll need. [More…] [More...]

Understanding Radiators and Intercoolers

September 3, 2016

The fluid is moved in a closed system that goes from the radiator to the engine. Here it [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...]

Junk Yard Tour ~ Martell's Salvage, North Dakota

Martell’s Salvage has 1,000s of Project Cars and Trucks For Sale in ND

October 15, 2020

Martell’s Salvage has more than 4,000 vehicles on hand, the bulk of which are fully restorable project vehicles. Take [More...]

How To Keep Your Car From Getting Stolen

How To Keep Your Vehicle From Getting Stolen

March 28, 2019

Stacey David shows you how to prevent someone from stealing your ride – from simple free ways to some that are a little more in depth. [More…]

How To Fix Automotive Paint Defects

June 7, 2019

This video addresses several questions about how to fix common paint defects such as paint runs, solvent boil, removing dust from paint. [More…]

How To Make Steel Bomber Seats with Ron Covell

How To Make a Steel Bomber Seat with Ron Covell

March 12, 2019

Metalworker Ron Covell gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to build a steel bomber seat from start to finish. [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…]

How To Adjust Fuel and Float Level on Holley Carburetors

February 11, 2019

Holley Performance demonstrates how to properly adjust the fuel level and the float on Holley four-barrel carburetors. [More…]

DIY Carburetor to Holley Terminator EFI Conversion

November 26, 2018

Holley Performance Products provided a Terminator EFI setup, which we recently installed in Davin Reckow’s classic 396 big-block Chevelle. [More…]

How To Straighten a Bumper with a Hustler Stick Alignment Bar

December 11, 2018

The Hustler Stick Alignment Bar is perfect for bumpers, panels, hoods, decks, and brackets. Made with the strength and durability to last! [More…]

How To Make a Metal Roof Insert for a Ford Model A Coupe

December 23, 2018

Matt from IronTrap Garage goes over the correct steps needed to build a Metal Roof Insert for your own Ford Model A Coupe. [More…]

DIY Carpet Installation in a Classic Chevy / GMC Truck

DIY Carpet and Sound Deadening Installation in a Classic Truck

November 29, 2018

Installing new carpet, sound deadener, and jute padding is an easy DIY weekend job that’ll quickly freshen up the interior of your truck. [More…]

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