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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...]

Ford Model A 4-Cylinder Engine Rebuild Time-Lapse

September 12, 2019

What took months of long days in the shop is distilled down to a high-paced video that captures EVERY [More...]

1931 Ford Model A 5 Window Coupe Rescued From A Basement

1931 Model A 5 Window Coupe Rescued From A Basement

October 4, 2020

DD Speed Shop has been pursuing this Model A 5 Window Coupe for some time. When the owner was [More...]

How To MIG Weld Sheet Metal

May 3, 2018

How To MIG Weld Sheet Metal A two-part sheet metal welding video… [More…] Also of Interest: Butt vs [More...]

DIY Bench Vise with Quick-Lock Clamp

December 21, 2018

Build a DIY bench vise with a quick-lock cam clamp from scrap metal. [More…] Also of Interest: 14 [More...]

Widebody Mach 1 Project ~ 1969 Ford Mustang Restoration

August 21, 2019

This 681HP 1969 Mustang with a supercharged GT500 Trinity V8 was built for a fortunate customer by the guys [More...]

Doctor Detroit’s 1951 Mercury Eight Build

August 23, 2019

Doctor Detroit’s 1951 Mercury Eight, Arizona car, two-door, missing the engine and transmission with Before & After Photos… [More…] [More...]

Understanding Manual Clutches

September 9, 2017

What is a clutch and how does it work? We explain how a clutch works and how it [More...]

Understanding Car Starters

June 4, 2017

The modern starter motor is a direct current electric motor with a solenoid switch that is similar to [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...]

Project and Part Cars and Trucks For Sale Wichita Kansas

New Arrivals: Ford Chevy GMC Oldsmobile and Studebaker Near Wichita

February 22, 2021

We tour New Arrivals at Rust Rach near Wichita Kansas with 150+ 1930s, 40s, 50s, 60s & 70s projects [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 Shave/Fill A Gas Cap Filler Neck

November 12, 2018

In this video, Eastwood helps Joe C. with his 1955 Ford F-100 restoration, shaving and patching the fuel filler hole. [More…]

How To Select Automotive Primer with Kevin Tetz

December 3, 2018

Kevin Tetz explains how to choose the correct primer for your application and when to use each type of paint. [More…]

Slap Shift Side Detent Shifter for GM TH200, TH250, TH350, and TH400

November 10, 2021

This Side Detent Shifter is perfect for your GM Turbo-Hydramatic-equipped project and mounts solidly to your transmission tunnel. [More…]

How To Install a Limited Slip/Posi Unit in a GM 10 Bolt 8.5″ Rear-end

November 27, 2018

Installation of an Eaton Detroit Truetrac Limited Slip/Posi Unit into a 1987 Chevy C-10 truck with a 10 bolt 8.5″ Rear-end. [More…]

How To Get a Car Sponsored for the SEMA Show

Custom Car Builders: Get Sponsored and Make it to The SEMA Show

November 10, 2018

Car builder Dustin Williams, part of the SEMA Young Guns Crew, dives into some new parts and talks about getting car sponsorships for SEMA. [More…]

How To Sand and Polish Steel Wheels to a Mirror Finish

December 10, 2018

From Skills and Trade ~ In this video, you’ll learn how to sand and polish a steel wheel to a mirror-like finish. [More…]

How To Do A Beautiful, Long-Lasting Engine Paint Job For A Dollar

February 12, 2022

This simple and inexpensive engine paint process is explained step-by-step and achieves great looking and very durable results. [More…]

How To Assess an Unfinished Project

April 16, 2019

What happens when you come into an unfinished project vehicle? How do you know what’s sitting in your garage? And how can you find out? [More…]

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