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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...]

1931 Ford Model A Hot Rod Truck Build

November 12, 2018

Watch as H.A.M.B. member FastMike from Chicago, IL builds his 1931 Ford Model A Hot Rod Pickup Truck. [More…] [More...]

Panel Forming and Chop Tops for Traditional Hot Rods

April 5, 2020

It doesn’t take laser-guided machines or years of practice. With just a marker and press this hot rod rookie [More...]

Using a Cheap Inverter-Based Plasma Cutter and Setting Up for Repetitive Cuts

December 8, 2019

Vladimir from Invincible Extremes demonstrates the utility and usage of an inexpensive inverter-based plasma cutter and keeps it [More...]

Coyote Swap Engines ~ Where To Find and How To Buy

Where To Find and How To Buy Used Coyote Swap Engines or Donor Cars

August 7, 2021

Jason shares some of the things he’s learned about acquiring used Coyote engines for the purpose of engine [More...]

1940 Willys Cabover Custom COE Chassis Swap and Build

January 14, 2015

This is a very well photo-documented build that combines a ’40 Willys Sedan, a ’92 Dodge 1 ton truck, [More...]

1950 Chevrolet Deluxe Chop Top Bare Metal Build

March 31, 2019

KillBillet Member hoitink got himself a free 2 door 1950 Chevrolet Deluxe so he opted to section it 3 [More...]

Understanding Hot Engine Starts

August 11, 2015

It is usually a cold engine, which is exposed to extreme weather that is difficult to start. However, [More...]

Understanding Cold Engine Starts

February 18, 2017

Cold weather will come; that’s for sure and inevitable. The trick is to not let cold engines stop [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...]

Insane Ford Flathead Stash to be Sold-Off!

May 17, 2019

Matt has been helping a local Early Ford guru thin down on his stash of parts, and is readying [More...]

Old School Tech ~ How to Drop Early Ford Steering Arms

December 17, 2018

IronTrap Garage shows the “old school” way to drop the steering arms on an original set of Ford spindles. [More…]

How To Get Neat MIG Welds In 3 Easy Steps

April 10, 2020

Here are 3 quick steps to get neat and consistent MIG welds for your projects. [More…]

How To Make Polyurethane Engine and Transmission Mounts

January 19, 2019

In this detailed video, you’ll learn how to make polyurethane engine and transmission mounts from liquid polyurethane. [More…]

How To Use A Digital Multimeter

February 19, 2018

The digital multimeter is the go-to tool for electrical problems in a car and is the proper tool to measure voltage, current, and resistance. [More…]

How To Salvage A Vinyl Top

April 20, 2019

If you have a 1970s or ’80s era car with a vinyl top, here are a few tips and tricks how you can salvage or restore yours. [More…]

Elevate Your Wiring Projects with This Clever Hack!

February 19, 2024

Merricks Garage offers a comprehensive guide to efficient and effective electrical wire labeling techniques. [More…]

How To Adjust Timing on a Small Block Chevy Engine

July 24, 2019

In this Hagerty DIY, Kyle Smith walks you through the process of adjusting the timing on a Chevy small-block engine. [More…]

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 Choose a Manual Clutch Set

February 28, 2019

Choosing the correct performance clutch for your combination will ensure you get all that power to the rear wheels. [More…]

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