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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...]

The Fab Forums Shop Truck Build ~ Crown Spoyal 1964 Chevrolet C10

Crown Spoyal ~ 1964 Chevrolet C10 Shop Truck Build

April 7, 2019

All 6 build videos were complied into one full version of the 1964 Chevy C10 Shop Truck build, or [More...]

1968 Chevrolet C10 Crew Cab Truck (Re)Build

January 17, 2019

1968 Chevy C10 gets longbed cut to shortbed, 42 gallon fuel tank, TBI 454 Big Block engine, AOD and [More...]

How To Fix Sloppy Steering ~ Problems and Solutions

February 15, 2019

Armed with the knowledge you’ll gain from this video, there’s no reason your steering can’t be made tighter [More...]

How To Build Custom Headers

November 13, 2018

Intro to the header building process and tools needed. You’ll get tips, tricks, and how-to info that will [More...]

Full Custom RestoMod '69 Chevy C-10 Pickup Truck Build

BATTLESHIP ~ ’69 Chevy C10 Full Custom RestoMod Truck Build

May 1, 2019

THE BATTLESHIP is the name of this full Customized, RestoMod 1969 Chevy C10 Pickup Truck built by Carolina Kustoms. [More...]

Unconventional Engine Swaps ~ Roadkill

November 24, 2018

Roadkill swaps engines in a parking lot, a junkyard, or putting the totally wrong engine where it should never [More...]

Understanding Ignition Systems

September 2, 2017

All gasoline engines require an ignition system. Most four-stroke engines use mechanically timed electrical ignition systems. [More…] Also [More...]

Is Synthetic Motor Oil Better For Your Car?

June 9, 2020

Synthetic oil has fewer impurities and is more resistant to sludge formation, so your engine stays cleaner, operates [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...]

GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory at Nobody Else’s Auto in Great Bend, KS

June 29, 2019

This video is a drone flyover of Nobody Else’s Auto LLC GM A-Body Vehicle Inventory with commentary from Chad [More...]

DIY Cab Corner Replacement on a Chevy C10

How To Replace Chevrolet/GMC C10 Cab Corners

December 15, 2018

This how-to video takes you through replacing the driver’s side cab corner on a Chevrolet C10 project truck. [More…]

Grinder Cut-Off Wheels Wear Out Too Fast? Check Your Cutting Technique

October 25, 2021

Plunge and Gouge metal cutting methods are tested with high-speed camera footage to figure out why cut off discs deteriorate so quickly. [More…]

Spray Paint Tricks for Car Projects

March 11, 2020

How do you get the best results with spray paint? How do you prep for spray paint? How many coats of spray paint do you need on your projects? [More…]

How To Smoke Tail Lights

February 12, 2019

If the smoked effect is what you’re going for, you can do this in your own garage. There are many ways to get it done. [More…]

How To Shrink Stretched Sheet Metal with a Propane Torch

February 6, 2019

The condition known as an “oil can” is common in automotive bodywork — the panel position is bi-stable and can flop in or out. [More…]

How To Build Custom Headers

November 13, 2018

Intro to the header building process and tools needed. You’ll get tips, tricks, and how-to info that will guide you through your project. [More…]

How To Repair and Polish Damaged Hubcaps

June 25, 2019

Matt breaks out a handheld planishing hammer and hammer and dollies to correct the damage before taking them to a near mirror polish. [More…]

How To Keep Cooling (and Other) Systems Running After Power Is Off

March 23, 2022

See how the MSD’s Solid State Relay was used with a time-delay relay to keep engine cooling fans running after the engine is shut off. [More…]

How To Choose And Use Automotive Hardline

November 3, 2018

Hardline materials each have pros and cons so you’ll need to consider the specific application or vehicle system that you plan to use it on. [More…]

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