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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...]

1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Frame Off Restoration Project

April 29, 2019

Well, mostly 1970, with some ’72 parts, and others. [More…] Also of Interest: 3 Most Significant Cars Of The [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...]

DIY Wiring Harness Clean-Up and Restoration

November 19, 2018

Here’s how to freshen up, restore, re-tape, and generally clean-up your old and tired wiring harness. [More…] Also [More...]

How To Lengthen or Shorten a Chevy S10 Frame

August 21, 2019

This is an overview on extending or reducing (lengthening or shortening) a Chevy S10 truck frame for a [More...]

Junkyard 1939 Ford Tudor Hot Rod Revival

August 9, 2019

Hopefully, this patina queen 1939 Ford Tudor is going to make a return trip to its last resting place [More...]

1947-54 Chevrolet 3100 Widebody Chevy SSR Chassis Swap

1947-54 Chevrolet 3100 Widebody Stretch / Chevy SSR Chassis Swap

July 6, 2020

1947-54 Chevy / GMC Advance Design 3100 truck body is cut down the middle and widened 5 full inches [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 [More...]

How To Adjust the Valves on a Small Block Chevrolet

May 15, 2018

This video demonstrates how to properly adjust Small Block Chevrolet engine valves… [More…] Also of Interest: Chevrolet Engine [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 Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale

Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale ~ Chevy, Ford, Mercury, Mopar, More

November 20, 2020

Adding sun visors to your vehicle can help you see while driving in bright sunshine or to add that [More...]

How To Shave/Fill a Gas Cap Filler Neck on a Chevy C10 Truck

March 14, 2019

Eastwood helps Kenny address the first project of his Chevy C-10 restoration, shaving and patching the fuel filler hole. [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 offset. Here’s what those numbers mean. [More…]

An Insanely Easy Torch Cutting Hack For Perfect Cuts

November 6, 2019

This quick and easy cutting hack will help you make perfect oxy/acetylene torch cuts. [More…]

How To Clean and Sharpen Dull Metal Files

How To Clean and Sharpen a Dull Metal File

December 19, 2020

When your go-to file is worn and not cutting its time for chemical cleaning and sharpening and it’s probably a lot easier than you imagine. [More…]

Restoration Hack ~ How To Restore Old Chrome

April 1, 2020

This little Restoration Hack is a lifesaver for restoring old chrome or polished metal on those barn finds. [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 and Where To Swap and Replace Broken Hand Tools

December 24, 2020

An overview of tool brand company warranty, return process, customer service contact information, and drop-off and return location finders. [More…]

How To Rebuild An Edelbrock 4-Barrel AFB-style Performance Carburetor

March 21, 2021

The crew shows how to save cold-hard-cash by overhauling an Edelbrock AFB-style 4 barrel performance carburetor. [More…]

How To Build a Custom Steering Column Drop

November 19, 2018

Matt makes a custom steering column brace/drop for a cowl steering setup. [More…]

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