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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...]

2nd Series 1955 Task Force Custom RestoMod Truck Build

1955 Chevrolet Task Force Custom RestoMod Truck Build

October 19, 2018

1955 2nd Series Task Force RestoMod truck build with Camaro sub-frame and rear-end, LT1, front-flip hood, barn-door tailgate, and [More...]

Hoonigan Project Cars Build & Battle Season 2 ~ Drag

September 27, 2019

We’re looking to get real with this build show. How real? Like, no daytime TV drama real. More like [More...]

How To Break a Tire Bead Quickly and Safely with Common Tools

May 2, 2019

This video demonstrates how to quickly, easily, and safely break even the most stubborn tire bead with a [More...]

Patch Panel blended Into factory body lines

How To Blend Patch Panels Into Factory Body Lines

June 26, 2020

Matt walks us through the process of blending the body lines at the wheel arch between the patch [More...]

1963 GMC Truck Cut Longbed to Shortbed and GM B-Body Chassis Swap

March 2, 2018

This 1963 GMC was brought in as an engine swap but quickly turned into a chassis swap after learning [More...]

1963 Cadillac Hearse Cummins Swap ~ Who Ya Gonna Call?

April 6, 2019

Tension gets high when time runs low as the guys set out to Cummins swap a ’63 Cadillac set [More...]

Understanding Aluminum Heads and Spark Plugs

May 12, 2014

Spark Plug seizure in an aluminum cylinder head is usually caused by improper installation and too much torque. [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...]

The Ultimate MOPAR Hoard ~ Trailers Full of Muscle Car Parts (for sale)

December 9, 2020

Frank Parks has nearly 100 vehicles and hundreds of thousands of parts tagged and stashed away for safekeeping. But [More...]

How To Prep a Patch Panel for Welding

July 10, 2019

The Pneumatic Perfect Panel Prep Tool easily provides a perfectly beveled 45° weld-prepped edge in 20 or 18 Gauge sheet metal to achieve solid, full-penetration MIG or TIG butt welds. [More…]

How To Remove a Wheel Lug Nut Lock Without a Key

May 15, 2020

Here are 8 ways to remove a wheel lug nut lock without a key, starting off with 3, +5 more from viewer suggestions on 4 different lug lock types… [More…]

How To Use Automotive Body Filler

May 13, 2016

When working with body filler, whatever tools you use, the trick is to not add the last “skim coat ” till you KNOW that it is all you need. [More…]

How to Cut Pipe and Tubing by Hand ~ Exhaust Pipe and Roll Cage Cutter

July 9, 2020

If you are welding up your own exhaust system or roll cage you need this tool to make those perfectly straight cuts which will make butt welding the joints together a breeze. [More…]

How To Remove a Pilot Bearing with Bread

December 11, 2018

This video shows how to remove a pilot bearing from a flywheel using bread instead of an expensive puller. [More…]

How To Remove and Replace 1930s-70s Windshield Seals

January 11, 2021

David and Jason install a windshield gasket step-by-step using a method that works on most cars and trucks from the 1930s to the late 70s. [More…]

How To Repair And Straighten Stainless-Steel Trim

How To Straighten and Repair Stainless Steel Trim

December 11, 2018

Stainless trim is common to many cars from the 20s through the 70s; with a little effort, it can be made to look like new again. [More…]

Five Ways to Improve Handling in an F100

May 3, 2020

We discuss five ways to improve the handling on your Ford F100 truck including polyurethane bushings, sway bars, and Crown Vic swap. [More…]

How To Build a Model A Hot Rod Chassis

June 2, 2018

This tech article is meant to inspire and be a starting point for building your own hot rod chassis. [More…]

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