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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...]

Fast on Wheels 1969 Chevy Camaro Wagon

April 12, 2013

Keith Kaucher is building “what might have been” if the 1969 Chevy Camaro wagon really existed for SEMA 2013. [More...]

1969 Ford F100 5.0 Coyote Swap / 6-Speed Project

December 4, 2018

Builder and Owner: Hackster ~ 1969 Ford F100 5.0 Coyote Swap/6-Speed Build Project. [More…] Also of Interest: 1967 Ford [More...]

Replacing a Full One-Piece Floor Pan at Home with Body on Frame

Full Classic Car Floor Pan Replacement ~ Fast, Cheap, and Easy

January 27, 2021

This video proves that ANYONE can do a full floor replacement in their home garage with minimal tools, [More...]

Tips and Tricks for Routing and Plumbing Hot Rod Brake Lines

June 18, 2019

Matt, George, and Andrew work on running all of the brake lines. Matt gives a few tips and [More...]

The “F71” ~ ’71 F-100/Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor Chassis Swap

June 23, 2018

A 1971 Ford F-100 pickup truck is chassis swapped with a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor and cut [More...]

1959 GMC 4X4 Truck Gets 4th Gen B-Body Chassis Swap

February 17, 2018

A customer bought a 1959 GMC Truck, running, and came to us wanting a chassis swap to modernize but [More...]

Understanding the Impact of Wheel Spacers on Your Car

December 3, 2015

Wheel spacers alter a vehicle’s stance and performance. Explores the various effects of wheel spacers on cars and [More...]

Understanding Fuel Injectors

August 11, 2017

Fuel Injectors have replaced carburetors for fuel delivery. Fuel injectors are part of a computerized system that sprays [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...]

Classic Cars and Trucks For Sale ~ Harvard, Nebraska

Classic Project Cars, Trucks, and Donor Vehicles For Sale in Harvard, NE

November 2, 2018

Zack at Rudy’s Classic Auto & Chop Shop has provided an updated inventory video showing the vast number of Classic [More...]

How To Age and Patina Wood

October 1, 2018

Similar effects with pre-mixed paints or stains are doable, but new wood can be aged in minutes with a simple solution of household materials. [More…]

Unlocking the Power of Your Intake Manifold

July 22, 2024

When it comes to turbocharged vehicles, every component plays a crucial role in performance, and the intake manifold is no exception. [More…]

How To Build and Install Exhaust Flame Throwers

January 7, 2018

Here’s how to wire your ride to shoot fire from the exhaust with flame thrower examples, wiring diagrams, tools, and supplies needed. [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…]

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…]

The Ultimate Drum Brake Repair and Replacement Guide

June 3, 2019

Drum brake replacement: Learn how to replace your drum brakes including the wheel cylinders and bleeding the brakes. [More…]

Wheels: Measure Twice, Buy Once

June 7, 2018

Learn The Right Way To Measure for Wheel Size Before You Place An Order: Bolt Pattern, Wheel Width, Backspacing… [More…]

The LS1 Engine ~ Overview, Complete Tear-Down and Assembly

LS1 Engine Overview, Complete Tear-Down, and Assembly Training Video

January 8, 2019

The GM LS1 engine overview, complete tear-down, and assembly — this is the Technician Training video for the legendary LS1 Engine. [More…]

Sheet Metal Cutting and Grinding Tools with Fitzee’s Fabrications

January 3, 2021

Fitzee discusses and demos sheet metal tools he’s used for 30 years, as well as the 21st Century cutting and grinding tools he uses today. [More…]

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