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V8 Squarebody Swap in a Weekend: Powering Up Casper with a Small Block 350!

October 30, 2023

For those with a classic truck needing revitalization, the V8 swap is a highly rewarding project, that’s achievable within [More...]

1967 Chevy C/28 Project by Foose Design

May 21, 2019

Chip Foose chronicles his 1967 Chevy C-10 truck build, showing you projects and solutions you can apply at home [More...]

1969 Ford Mustang Fastback RestoMod Build

January 25, 2019

Raybestos Brakes partnered with Schwartz Performance to RestoMod this Coyote Boss 302 1969 Mustang Fastback. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

1956 Ford F100 Pickup Truck Build

December 31, 2018

From Hand Built Cars ~ The full build thread of this cab swapped 1956 Ford F100 Pickup Truck project [More...]

1962 Volkswagen Beetle to Volksrod Build by Father And Son

December 11, 2018

The top was chopped 4 inches and the body fitted with suicide doors. The chassis is set-up with 1972 [More...]

Rare 1965 Pontiac GTO Gets OEM Restoration

March 24, 2020

Artie’s Restorations performs an outstanding OEM restoration on this rare 1965 Pontiac GTO in Iris Mist, a color used [More...]

Reversing Gears ~ Rescuing One’s Own Derelict 1967 Pontiac GTO

July 26, 2022

Kerry Pierno has manufactured for himself a story of vehicular misfortune but is reversing gears by reviving his 1967 [More...]

1949 Ford Shoebox / 2008 BMW 335i Chassis Swap

February 12, 2021

This chopped, shortened, and wide-bodied 1949 Ford was swapped on top of a 2008 BMW E92 335i N54 twin-turbo [More...]

How To Build a Hot Rod Frame from Scratch

October 9, 2023

The Hot Rod Workshop dives into building a hot rod frame from scratch for his Roadster pickup project, taking [More...]

How To Choose And Use Automotive Hardline

November 3, 2018

Hardline materials each have pros and cons so you’ll need to consider the specific application or vehicle system [More...]

How To Adjust Hydraulic Valves Right The First Time, Every Time

November 1, 2018

Hydraulic valve adjustment made easy: Here is how to adjust hydraulic valves right the first time, every time. [More...]

Deathwish LS Twin Turbo Hilux Goes Drag Racing

September 27, 2019

Josh Mazerolle and his crew have 9 days to convert the LS Twin Turbo Hilux into a Drag Car [More...]

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SE ~ The Blau Coupe

May 31, 2019

This is the ultimate cruiser, a leather-swaddled land yacht that is equal parts engineering triumph and sensory indulgence. [More…] [More...]

Ken Block Gives Up 10 More Gymkhana Secrets!

December 10, 2018

The world of video is pretty crazy — you’ll get plenty of stories about disappearing cars, desert crashing debauchery, [More...]

Why 1968-74 Chevrolet Nova Is America’s Favorite Compact Classic Car

August 10, 2019

The complete story of how this once low budget compact car has become a much sought after and collectible [More...]

How Turbos Work ~ Holley Performance

April 25, 2019

Turbo Chargers have become one of the most popular methods of forced induction, a sure-fire way to increase [More...]

Banger Basics: The Essential Pre-War Model A Hot Rod How-To

January 9, 2024

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned banger enthusiast, this series promises to elevate your understanding and appreciation [More...]

Best Spray Paint? Rustoleum, Valspar, Krylon, Sherwin Williams Tested

September 17, 2021

Project Farm tests spray paint brands for chip resistance, scratch resistance, rust blocking, and paint fade over an entire year. [More...]

Tech Talk ~ Hot Rod Aluminum Radiators

December 12, 2018

Speedway’s line of universal radiators makes it easy for budget-minded racers to get a professional-quality aluminum racing radiator. [More…] Also [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...]

Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ford and IH Trucks For Sale in Pella, Iowa

Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ford, and IH Project Trucks For Sale in Pella, Iowa

September 7, 2020

Doug has managed to keep hundreds of old cars and trucks that are restorable or have very hard to [More...]

How To Block Sand Body Panels + Tips & Tricks with Kevin Tetz

December 12, 2018

Kevin Tetz shows you the difference between sanding and shaping, which grit of sandpaper to use, and how to use various sanding blocks. [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…]

The 1957 Chevy Bel Air Gets an FiTech EFI Conversion

FiTech Makes EFI Conversion Easy with Kit and Force Fuel System

July 29, 2020

DD Speed Shop shows how easy an EFI conversion can be with a kit from FiTech on their Giveaway ’57 Chevy Belair. [More…]

Plasma Cutting Tips and Tricks for Beginners

January 23, 2019

In this video, Matt Urch shows you some basic tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your plasma cutter. [More…]

How To Calculate Block Height

May 1, 2019

Block height measurement is used to calculate the final compression ratio for the combination and also affects other aspects of the engine. [More…]

Speedway Motors Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator Installation

Installing Speedway’s Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator

November 15, 2019

Learn how to install Speedway’s new Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator in five minutes for a cleaner look and fewer potential leak points! [More…]

How To Roll a Fender Bead with Wire Edge

December 13, 2018

Metal Shaping Guru Lazze demonstrates how to make a bead with a wire edge for fenders or other parts that you can easily duplicate, repair a fender or panel, or make a whole new one from scratch on a bead roller. [More…]

How To Mount a 6.0 Liter LS Engine to an Older GM TH350 Transmission

February 18, 2019

A demonstration of how to get an older TH350 transmission and torque converter bolted up to an LS engine with No Adapter Required! [More…]

How To Smoke Tail Lights

February 12, 2019

If the smoked effect is what you’re going for, you can do this in your own garage. There are many ways to get it done. [More…]

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