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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...]

1949 Ford Shoebox / 2008 BMW 335i Chassis Swap

February 12, 2021

This chopped, shortened, and wide-bodied 1949 Ford was swapped on top of a 2008 BMW E92 335i N54 twin-turbo [More...]

DD Speed Shop's Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner Build

Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner ~ First Start In 40 Years!

April 12, 2021

After months of work and waiting, it’s finally time for Dan to fire up the big block 440 powered [More...]

4 Budget Dynamat Alternatives for DIY Vehicle Sound Deadening

June 2, 2020

Nothing ruins a sweet ride more than vibrations and doors that rattle. Here’s how to sound deaden and [More...]

How To Make A DIY Pipe Vise

February 7, 2019

Mistry Make Tool demonstrates how to make a very useable heavy-duty 2″ pipe vise from scrap and discards. [More...]

Ford 351 Cleveland Time-Lapse Rebuild and Step-by-Step Assembly

January 29, 2024

Complete time-lapse of restoring a Ford 351 Cleveland from the barn find De Tomaso Pantera with step-by-step process and [More...]

Insane 650HP LS Powered Monster Truck Chevy Camaro

July 27, 2019

A Chevy Camaro with portal axles, rear steer, monster tires, and a turbo LS V8 engine with 650 horsepower [More...]

Understanding Automatic Transmissions

September 3, 2016

Most vehicles sold in the United States since the 1950s have had automatic transmissions. The vehicle’s gearbox is [More...]

How To Use A Digital Multimeter

February 19, 2018

The digital multimeter is the go-to tool for electrical problems in a car and is the proper tool [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...]

Chevy Ford Dodge IH Diamond T Project Truck Cabs For Sale

Chevy, Ford, Dodge, and IH Truck Cabs For Sale in Great Bend, Kansas

March 19, 2021

Nobody Else’s Auto LLC has Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, International, and Diamond T truck cabs for sale in Great Bend, [More...]

How To Diagnose and Repair a Hydraulic Bottle Jack

December 30, 2018

If your hydraulic bottle jack will no longer lift a load, it is most likely repairable with an easy fix. [More…]

Automotive Emblems, Badges, Insignia, Nameplates

Emblem, Badge, Insignia, Nameplate and Trim Restoration

June 18, 2019

Its easy to find reproduction emblems and trim, but New old stock (NOS) emblems are becoming scarce and expensive, it pays to restore originals. [More…]

Evaluating Internal Parts For The DIY Home Engine Rebuilder

April 2, 2022

How to do a step-by-step evaluation of a piston and rod assembly. What to look for, what can go wrong, and what can you get away with. [More…]

How To Restore Bolt Threads

April 5, 2019

Whether the bolt you’re working with is cross-threaded, has flattened threads, and a replacement bolt is not handy, there is a fix. [More…]

How and Where To Swap and Replace Broken Hand Tools

December 24, 2020

An overview of tool brand company warranty, return process, customer service contact information, and drop-off and return location finders. [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…]

How To Dial In Ignition Timing For Performance and Power

July 1, 2020

Conventional ignition timing is the opposite of what’s needed for high-performance use. Here’s how to set your timing for maximum power. [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…]

How To Measure Differential Pinion Depth

November 22, 2018

How to use a Pinion Depth Checker to measure pinion depth on all stand alone differentials that are not part of a transaxle. [More…]

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