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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...]

Building The Ultimate Hot Rod In 20 Minutes ~ Ford Free-T

January 2, 2020

The Free-T started as a slap together down and dirty hot rod that we could thrash on at the [More...]

1967 Ford Galaxie 500 427 Cobra “R” Code Clone RestoMod

1967 Ford Galaxie 500 “R” Code 427 Cobra RestoMod

February 3, 2019

Schwartz Performance RestoMods this one owner New Mexico car into an “R” code 427 clone with bolt on suspension [More...]

How To Choose The Right Camshaft

July 12, 2019

Pat Topolinski from Engine Power goes over one of the most discussed topics when it comes to engines: [More...]

How To Get Started Welding For Dirt Cheap

April 28, 2020

Two amateurs learn to weld with a $100 Harbor Freight Flux 125 flux core welder. [More…] Also of [More...]

1948 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck Build

June 15, 2019

This cleanly executed RestoMod 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup Truck was built by the Roadster Shop of Mundelein, Illinois. [More…] [More...]

1963 Porsche 356B Super 90 ~ Full OEM Restoration

June 24, 2019

After many years of neglect, this badly rusted iconic classic 1963 Porsche 356B gets a new life in this [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...]

How Ignition Timing Works - Understanding Vacuum and Mechanical Advance

How Ignition Timing Works: Understanding Vacuum & Mechanical Advance

February 16, 2021

Ignition timing is essential to proper engine performance and in this video, MSD explains exactly how it works. [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 Truck Beds For Sale in Harvard, Nebraska

September 9, 2020

Current Inventory includes full beds, parts, and trailer conversions perfect for someone doing a restoration or rat rod project. [More...]

How To Rehab a Home Garage into an Inexpensive DIY Paint Booth

March 17, 2021

This DIY garage to paint booth conversion was done with only $400 in materials to prepare the space, and $300 in air and paint supplies. [More…]

Using Romex Copper Wire as Brazing Rod

January 17, 2019

Jere Kirkpatrick demonstrates using an oxy/acetylene torch and Romex copper wire as brazing filler rod. [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…]

This Tool is the Easiest Way To Straighten Brake and Fuel Line Tubing

March 5, 2021

Tubing straighteners are a quick & easy tool to straighten bent or coiled steel, stainless steel, copper & aluminum brake or fuel lines. [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…]

How To Remove Mill Scale

January 12, 2021

You need to remove mill scale prior to welding. Mill scale is a pain to get off without impacting the material beneath it. [More…]

Big Block to LS Engine and 4L60e Swap On A Budget

LS Engine and 4L60e Transmission Swap On A Budget

October 14, 2018

Chuck Hanson walks us through swapping out a Big Block 454 for a 5.3L LS engine and 4L60e transmission combination. [More…]

How To Setup a TIG Welder Step-by-Step

January 13, 2019

The professionals at Weld.com clearly guide you step-by-step through the setup process for a new TIG welder. [More…]

How To Make Custom Flathead Radiator Hoses

How To Make Custom Ford Flathead Radiator Hoses

November 27, 2018

The guys show how they made custom radiator hoses for the sectioned ’32 grill and custom radiator combination. [More…]

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