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The Unexpected Freedom of Driving an Old Car

November 15, 2025

When most people look at an old car, they see headaches: breakdowns, repairs, and the constant fear of something [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 El Camino Sleeper Build

January 11, 2019

1959 Chevrolet El Camino Sleeper Build ~ Full photo compilation, build by the Roadster Shop in Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

1937 Dodge Rat Rod Build by Broke Bastard Garage

May 15, 2020

This series of videos takes you through the whole 1937 Dodge custom rat rod build by Broke Bastard Garage. [More...]

How To Set Ignition Timing

February 28, 2018

Setting the timing on your engine is one of the most misunderstood adjustments. Here is how to set [More...]

How To Calculate Compression Ratio

January 8, 2019

Compression ratio is the maximum volume of the cylinder divided by the minimum volume of the cylinder. Here’s [More...]

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster Restoration Project

December 13, 2018

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster Project ~ Full Restoration Slide-Show of the build by Gassman Automotive, Waynesboro, Virginia. [More…] Also [More...]

1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Wagon Restoration

May 27, 2019

This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad Wagon restoration project was completed by the Roadster Shop of Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

Understanding Distributors

July 14, 2016

Distributors route the high voltage into the correct firing order to the spark plugs. Both magnetos and battery [More...]

How To Understand Wheel Specs

March 8, 2019

Choosing new wheels is an exciting part of a build, but you’ll need the width, bolt pattern, and [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...]

Project and Part Cars and Trucks For Sale Wichita Kansas

New Arrivals: Ford Chevy GMC Oldsmobile and Studebaker Near Wichita

February 22, 2021

We tour New Arrivals at Rust Rach near Wichita Kansas with 150+ 1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s & 70s projects [More...]

Inexpensive Universal Hot Rod Disc Brake Conversions

May 20, 2020

Dan at DD Speed Shop is putting fresh binders on the ’57 Chevy Bel Air with a Right Stuff Products universal disc brake conversion kit. [More…]

How To Paint A Car with House Of Kolor's John Kosmoski

How To Paint A Car with House Of Kolor’s Jon Kosmoski

October 28, 2018

These video clips are from the “Kustom Painting Made Easy” by Jon Kosmoski of House of Kolor… [More…]

Using Your Ears to Assess Engine Condition: Old-School Techniques

July 13, 2019

Uncle Tony offers up two quick and easy ways to tell what’s going on inside the engine just by listening to it carefully. [More…]

How To Choose the Right Stick Electrode

January 8, 2019

It is important to know the characteristics of different stick welding electrodes ~ Stick Welding 201: Learning Electrode Characteristics. [More…]

How To Metal Etch and Mark Your Tools

December 14, 2020

How to etch large-sized numbers onto sockets and tools so you can actually see what size they are using a simple battery. [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 Understand, Diagnose and Replace Transmission Mounts

May 10, 2020

A bad transmission mount can prove to be more expensive if not diagnosed through symptoms such as vibration and noise in the vehicle. [More…]

2-Minute Tech - Wiring Tips with Ron Francis Wiring

2-Minute Tech: Wiring Tips from Ron Francis Wiring

October 15, 2018

Black Top Magazine’s project “Riff-Raff”, a 1956 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan is getting rewired with a Ron Francis Express Series Kit. [More…]

Tools That Don’t Suck ~ Homemade Pipe Anvil

November 16, 2018

This Pipe Anvil helps you to make radius bends in sheet metal and quickly create parts like transmission tunnels, hot rod hoods, and more. [More…]

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