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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...]

1951 GMC/Chevrolet Resto Mod Chassis Swap

March 31, 2018

This 1951 GMC truck sits atop a 4th gen GM B-body chassis, suspension, drivetrain, and entire wiring harness including [More...]

Raybestos 1953 Chevrolet 3600 Restomod Truck Build

November 3, 2018

Raybestos Brakes partnered with Schwartz Performance to restomod a 1953 Chevy 3600 Pickup Truck and transform it into a [More...]

How to Choose Between Cat-back vs Axle-back vs Muffler Exhaust

March 1, 2019

Differences in design, sound, and performance of Flowmaster muffler, Axle-back, or Cat-Back exhaust system for your vehicle. [More…] [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...]

1957 Ford Custom 300 Tudor Sedan Build

July 1, 2019

When I came along and said it was one of my favorite cars, the current owner was quick to [More...]

The Roadkill Customs 1949 Studebaker Shop Truck

February 14, 2018

The Roadkill Shop Truck Project: Take a ’77 Camaro and S-10 frame rails and build a new soul for [More...]

How To Determine Engine and Pinion Angle

How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle

July 2, 2020

Engine and pinion angle are relative to the ground. Most engines are set at 3 degrees, this allows [More...]

How To Measure, Cut, Fit, and Weld Automotive Patch Panels

March 7, 2021

Lakeside Autobody focuses on measuring, cutting, fitting, and welding homemade, DIY automotive sheet metal patch panels. [More…] Also [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...]

Headlight, Turn Signal, Brake Light, Parking Light, Hazards, and Horn Wiring

How To Wire Headlights, Turn Signals, Brake Lights, Parking Lights, Hazards, Horn

January 23, 2024

This article and video will guide you through wiring up a Kubota light switch to control various components in your vehicle. [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…]

How To Turn Pump Gas Into High Octane Race Fuel

December 7, 2018

Race Gas is a fuel concentrate that can be added to pump gas to raise the octane a full 4 points per 2 ounces of mix. [More…]

The Racecar Twist ~ Join Wires Reliably with No Solder

The Racecar Twist ~ How To Join Wires Reliably Without Solder

April 26, 2019

A quick tech tip for joining two wires together. The advantages of this over crimping or soldering are speed, reliability, and flexibility. [More…]

How To Make Steel Bomber Seats with Ron Covell

How To Make a Steel Bomber Seat with Ron Covell

March 12, 2019

Metalworker Ron Covell gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to build a steel bomber seat from start to finish. [More…]

Easy, Affordable Heavy Rust and Grime Removal with a Needle Scaler

February 1, 2021

Matt goes back to the basics and uses one of the most affordable yet powerful air tools in his shop — a $30 pistol grip needle scaler. [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…]

Reversed Chrome Wheels and Cheater Slicks ~ 1932 Ford 5 Window Coupe

Reversed Chrome Wheels & Cheater Slicks ~ 1932 Ford 5 Window Coupe

April 3, 2020

With a little bit of work and some lube, the new stance on reverse chrome wheels and cheater slicks fits the ’32 perfectly. [More…]

How To Channel A Ford Model A Body

June 6, 2018

Matt demonstrates how to channel a Ford Model A Body down over the frame to give the car a lower overall profile. [More…]

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