DIY Hot Rod Tech, Tools, Rides & Lifestyle

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...]

Build Biology ~ 1956 Drag Racing Chevy ~ The Creamsicle

Build Biology: 1956 Drag Racing Chevy dubbed ‘The Creamsicle’

December 20, 2018

The Hoonigans resident drag racing daddy Jon Chase nerds out on this Hot Rod Drag Week-legendary ’56 Chevrolet. [More…] [More...]

DIY Hot Rod Chop Top and Lake Pipes

March 25, 2020

With the Model T on a rolling chassis, the build duo is shows how to do a chop top [More...]

Making a Custom Stake Pocket Fuel Filler for a Fleetside Bed

December 16, 2020

John Fabris shared a few photos that demonstrate making a custom fuel filler for the stake pocket in [More...]

Repairing a Hacked 1935-36 Ford Dash Panel

How To Repair a Hacked 1935-36 Ford Dash Panel

October 26, 2019

Matt works over a 1935-36 Ford dash he scored at the Hershey Swap Meet. With a little work, [More...]

Bringing an Abandoned C10 Project Back from the Dead

March 16, 2020

Dan is proving a dream truck can be built from a rusted out and stripped shell with a few [More...]

1971 Ford F100 LS Engine and Suspension Swap Q & A

April 18, 2019

Crown Vic Front-End, Mustang Independent Rear-End, LS Engine Swapped 1971 Ford F100 Questions Answered with Part Numbers. [More…] Also [More...]

Understanding Air Intakes

August 18, 2017

Among the most popular styles of air intakes are short ram intakes, cold air intakes, and ram air [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...]

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...]

International Trucks For Sale ~ Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, Kansas

August 5, 2020

Nobody Else’s Auto has approximately 40 International trucks in stock for projects and parts. Current inventory is mid-1930s to [More...]

How To Get The Most Money When Selling A Used Car

April 6, 2020

Here are some solid tips and tricks from Eastwood for getting the most money possible when selling your used car. [More…]

How To Build a DIY Paint Booth in Your Driveway

March 2, 2021

Mike Finnegan builds a paint booth in his driveway with an E-Z Up Canopy, box fan, some painter’s plastic, and duct tape. [More…]

How To Install a Transmission Cooler

July 14, 2016

Adding a transmission cooler to your slush-boxed hot rod, car or truck is always a solid idea. Here’s what you need to know plus some tips. [More…]

Top 5 Ways To Waste Money On Your LS Engine Swap

March 3, 2019

Clearly explained, these are the top 5 ways to waste money on your LS engine swap from the Driveway Engineer. [More…]

How To Rebuild a 4 Barrel Quadrajet Carburetor

September 21, 2019

Learn everything you need to know about Quadrajet carburetors, including how to rebuild one correctly, what kind of performance to expect, and why they’ve gotten a bad rap. [More…]