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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...]

1955 Chevrolet First Series Pickup Truck Build

1955 Chevrolet 3100 First Series Pickup Truck Chassis Swap Build

December 26, 2018

From Hand Built Cars ~ 1955 Chevrolet 3100 First Series Pickup Truck ~ Chevrolet S10 Conversion [More…] Also of [More...]

1970 Ford F100 RestoMod Muscle Truck Build

April 13, 2019

The crew at Classic Car Studio transformed this tired old 1970 Ford F-100 farm truck into a tire-shredding torque [More...]

DIY 1970-81 Firebird and Camaro Suspension Rebuild

April 26, 2020

Jon at Mad Scientist Garage demonstrates a complete rebuild of this ’75 Firebird suspension using simple hand tools [More...]

How To Drill and Press Dimple Holes in a Bumper

April 30, 2019

A simple demonstration of laying out, drilling and pressing dimpled lightening holes with dimple dies in a steel [More...]

1962 Volkswagen Kombi Transporter Mircobus Panel Van

1962 Volkswagen Van Craigslist Find and Resurrection

February 17, 2019

YouTuber CT Moog made a fantastic Craigslist Find in this 1962 Volkswagen Type 2 Van. [More…] Also of Interest: [More...]

1949 Chevrolet Fleetline Chop Top

January 10, 2019

This video short documents a 1949 Chevrolet Fleetline Top Chop by Good Fellows Kustom Shop ~ Front 4″ ~ [More...]

Uses For Different Tire Applications

February 8, 2019

Different tire applications ~ Depending on where you’re taking your rig helps determines what tires you’ll need. [More…] [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...]

Junkyard Tour of Tellico Mountain Motors in East Tennessee

May 18, 2021

The Hot Rod Hoarder tours 1,000s of cars and trucks hiding in the woods at Tellico Mountain Motorson the [More...]

How To Chop a 1938-39 Ford Truck Grill to Fit a Hot Rod Model A

December 17, 2018

Matt takes a 1938-39 Ford pickup truck grill insert and sections it to get the proportions to match a channeled Ford Model A Sport Coupe… [More…]

Picking The Right Project Car For You with Dan from DD Speed Shop

April 8, 2021

Dan breaks down project cars in different skill and price levels, everything from an entry-level project car to an absolute basket case. [More…]

How To Be Prepared For A Dyno Session And Not Waste Your Money

August 8, 2022

Calvin from YouTube channel Nivlac57, no stranger to dynos, offers 5 tips and tricks that are key to a successful dyno session. [More…]

How To Easily Remove Plasma Cutter and Torch Cut Slag

April 5, 2019

Here are some quick ways to get rid of that slag so you don’t waste a bunch of time after a plasma or torch cut. [More…]

How To Repair a Throttle Cable with a Homemade Tool

How To Repair a Twisted Cable End with a Simple Homemade Tool

August 1, 2019

Repairing a twisted brake or throttle cable with a simple homemade tool in just minutes — Easy and functional. Check it out… [More…]

Sheet Metal Cutting and Grinding Tools with Fitzee’s Fabrications

January 3, 2021

Fitzee discusses and demos sheet metal tools he’s used for 30 years, as well as the 21st Century cutting and grinding tools he uses today. [More…]

How To Mix Automotive Paint ~ Understanding Paint Mixing Ratios

Understanding Automotive Paint Mixing Ratios: How To Mix Paint

December 12, 2018

Kevin Tetz explains Mix Ratios and how to properly mix automotive paint when spraying your project vehicle. [More…]

How To Get Clean Welds From a Harbor Freight Flux 125 Welder

How To Get Clean Welds with a Harbor Freight Flux 125 MIG Welder

May 1, 2018

The Flux 125 welder can weld mild steel from 18 gauge up to 3/16in. thick which makes it ideal for jobs around the yard, shop, or house. [More…]

How To Shorten 1973-87 Chevy/GMC Squarebody Truck Bed Sides

February 18, 2022

Dave Welch takes you step-by-step through the shortening a longbed to shortbed for any 1973-1987 Chevrolet or GMC Squarebody Pickup. [More…]

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