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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...]

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air RestoMod Project

August 24, 2019

At first, the customer just wanted to upgrade the brakes and suspension. Before long, it escalated into a complete [More...]

Bello’s Kustoms Builds a 1950 GMC COE on an Early 2000’s Chevy Dually

February 6, 2022

Mike Bello modifies an early 2000’s Chevy Silverado 3500 dually chassis for an air bagged 1950 GMC COE or [More...]

How To Convert Your AC welder to DC for Stronger Welds

How To Convert an AC Welder to DC for Stronger Welds

March 5, 2019

An easy way to convert an AC welder to a DC welder ~ wire in an inexpensive rectifier [More...]

How To Find and Build the Perfect Classic Truck Project

September 4, 2021

Want to know more about getting started with a classic truck project. Here’s pointers on how to find [More...]

Big Bertha by South Texas Performance

November 16, 2017

South Texas Performance Turbo Diesel Rat Rod Truck built for The Rat Hard Build-Off ~ Builders get 30 days [More...]

1953 Ford F100 Custom Boss 302 RestoMod Build

March 30, 2019

Watch how the Classic Car Studio mechanics transform a 1953 Ford F-100 from a farmland hauler to an ass-hauling [More...]

Understanding Catalytic Converters

August 4, 2015

A catalytic converter is a component found in the exhaust system of a vehicle. The catalytic converter burns [More...]

Understanding Disc Brakes

August 3, 2017

To better explain how disc brakes work, we go over the components of the brake and the technology [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 Break-In a Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft

December 16, 2018

How to break it in a hydraulic flat tappet camshaft ~ Here’s the proper break in procedures to ensure long life for your performance cam… [More…]

The 1957 Chevy Bel Air Gets an FiTech EFI Conversion

FiTech Makes EFI Conversion Easy with Kit and Force Fuel System

July 29, 2020

DD Speed Shop shows how easy an EFI conversion can be with a kit from FiTech on their Giveaway ’57 Chevy Belair. [More…]

How To Setup an Oxygen Acetylene (OxyAcetylene) Torch

October 30, 2018

A Solid Overview of the Use and Maintenance of an Oxygen Acetylene (OxyAcetylene) Gas Torch Setup. [More…]

How To Build a Hot Rod Frame from Scratch

October 9, 2023

The Hot Rod Workshop dives into building a hot rod frame from scratch for his Roadster pickup project, taking you thru step-by-step. [More…]

How To Build Your Project Car Engine On A Budget

November 13, 2019

It’s done. You’ve pulled the trigger on that project car or truck and dragged it home. Here’s what you can get done with a budget from $50 to $2,500. [More…]

How To Clean Old Brake and Fuel Lines with Aerosol Injected Cleaner

June 9, 2020

Eastwood’s award-winning Aerosol-Injected Cleaning System directs a focused blast of cleaner to penetrate deep into hard-to-reach places. [More…]

How To Check If Your Amazing Barn Find Actually Runs

January 6, 2019

You’ve found a fantastic vintage car or truck project, and it’s cheap — But is it really worth repairing, or is it a dud? [More…]

Dented Classic Truck Grill Before and After

Repairing A Damaged and Dented Classic Truck Grill in 10 Minutes

June 16, 2022

Carter Auto Restyling exercises his hammer and dollies to rough out the damage on his 1953 Chevy 3100 truck grill. [More…]

How To Turn a Stick Welder Into a TIG Welder

February 12, 2019

Bob Moffatt demonstrates how to turn any stick welder into a TIG welder with just a few simple changes you can make yourself. [More…]

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