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1962 Volkswagen Beetle to Volksrod Build by Father And Son

December 11, 2018

The top was chopped 4 inches and the body fitted with suicide doors. The chassis is set-up with 1972 [More...]

1928 Ford Model A Tudor Rat Rod Build

February 11, 2019

From Hand Built Cars and KillBillet ~ Hardknox Kustoms 1928 Ford Model A Tudor Rat Rod Build Project. [More…] [More...]

1931 Chevrolet Cummins Diesel Rat Rod Build ~ Wild-Torquey

January 25, 2018

A 1931 Chevrolet gets bagged and straight axle’d, a built Cummins 6bt diesel, nitrous, methanol and a hell of [More...]

1968 Pontiac Firebird Pro-Touring RestoMod Build

November 15, 2018

This 1968 Pontiac Firebird Pro Touring RestoMod was designed and built to retain its classic looks, but with modern [More...]

1967 VW Type 3 Squareback Gets Mazda Miata Chassis Swap

Frankenwagon ~ 1967 VW Type3 Gets Mazda MX-5 Miata ‘Chassis’ Swap

May 19, 2020

This Old Jalopy presents Project Frankenwagon: A 1967 VW Type 3 Squareback with a 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata chassis [More...]

1964 Chevy Chevelle Malibu SS Twin Turbo Build

September 30, 2019

via Hand Built Cars ~ Build photo compilation: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Twin Turbo Project by The Roadster [More...]

Forgotten ’39 Ford Deluxe Goes From Junkyard To Driving In 25 Minutes

January 26, 2022

Iron Trap Garage finished work on a junkyard found Ford in late 2021, a Ford Deluxe Tudor, and intended [More...]

Turnin’ A Lost Dream Into A Reality ~ 1952 GMC 3100 Restoration

February 18, 2020

Lance & Wyatt bring a new project into the shop, but not just any project, this ol’ ’52 GMC [More...]

1954 Chevrolet Belair Gets Custom Scott’s Chassis and 1,000HP Duramax Diesel

March 15, 2022

This is Stephen Holden’s 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air that’s getting a custom frame from Scott’s Chassis and a 1000 [More...]

How To Measure, Cut, Fit, and Weld Automotive Patch Panels

March 7, 2021

Lakeside Autobody focuses on measuring, cutting, fitting, and welding homemade, DIY automotive sheet metal patch panels. [More…] Also [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 [More...]

Overkill ~ The Ultimate Peterbilt Rat Rod

Overkill ~ The Ultimate Peterbilt Hot Rod

August 13, 2020

A self-confessed ‘gear head’ has transformed his 1984 Peterbilt 359 semi-truck into a monstrous custom hot rod. [More…] Also [More...]

Ron Berry’s Custom Cartoon Creations

December 22, 2018

Dennis Gage goes for a spin in a couple of epic cartoon custom creations built by Ron Berry: a [More...]

The Race of Gentlemen ~ Modern Miracles of Motor Mayhem

June 20, 2016

The Race of Gentlemen commemorates American racing heritage and is a great tribute to the history of motorcycles and [More...]

Thinking About Driving The Hot Rod Power Tour?

December 7, 2019

The 26th HOT ROD Power Tour will continue in 2020 with exciting new features ~ Here’s what it’s like [More...]

Ford Bronco ~ Everything You Need To Know

September 13, 2018

The Ford Bronco helped bring outdoor adventuring to the masses and brought “Sport Utility Vehicle” into our vocabulary. [More...]

HP Tuners 101 Beginners Guide ~ GM ECM Tuning Overview

HP Tuners 101: Beginners Guide and GM ECM Tuning Overview

December 4, 2018

Take a closer look at HP Tuners and what it is capable of doing for you and your [More...]

Skull Exhaust Tips for Cars, Trucks and Bikes

March 12, 2017

Skull Exhaust Tips are a great accessory for your Custom Car, Truck, Hot Rod or Rat Rod. These Skull Exhaust [More...]

Harbor Freight Central Pneumatic Benchtop Media Blast Cabinet Item 62454

Is the Harbor Freight Sand Blaster Worth $100?

November 21, 2018

Let’s see how well the $100 Harbor Freight Sand Blaster removes rust from a 20-year-old, rust-covered sway bar bracket. [More…] [More...]

5 Cheap Muscle Cars To Buy In This Insane Project Car Market

April 22, 2022

Tony Angelo from YouTube Channel Stay Tuned tells you something you likely already know — The classic/muscle car/Hot Rod [More...]

Classic Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale

Original Exterior Sun Visors For Sale ~ Chevy, Ford, Mercury, Mopar, More

November 20, 2020

Adding sun visors to your vehicle can help you see while driving in bright sunshine or to add that [More...]

How To Check If Your Amazing Barn Find Actually Runs

January 6, 2019

You’ve found a fantastic vintage car or truck project, and it’s cheap — But is it really worth repairing, or is it a dud? [More…]

Custom Painted and Airbrushed Skull and Pinstriped Flames

How To Custom Paint and Airbrush a Realistic Skull and Pinstriped Flames

November 4, 2020

How to airbrush a realistic-looking skull and layout classic style flames in a granite texture on a Harley Davidson gas tank. [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 Wheel and Tire Fitment for Lowered Trucks

January 10, 2022

One of the biggest things that can make or break the look of your ride is the wheels and tires. Here’s how to figure out the size and fitment. [More…]

How To Understand Wheel Specs

March 8, 2019

Choosing new wheels is an exciting part of a build, but you’ll need the width, bolt pattern, and offset. Here’s what those numbers mean. [More…]

How to Detail Your Car Like a Pro in Minutes

February 13, 2021

Assuming you don’t have a week to dedicate to detailing, here are tips & techniques for prepping your ride in a hurry, or on-site at a show. [More…]

Cheap and Easy Classic Car Door Hinge Rebuild

October 22, 2018

Cheap and easy fix for sagging classic car doors with an inexpensive replacement door hinge pin and bushing kit. [More…]

How To Rebuild Bottom End ~ Chevy 350 Small Block Engine

January 9, 2019

Chris shows you how to rebuild the bottom end of a Chevy 350 V8 small block engine. [More…]

How To Shape a Motorcycle Gas Tank with Ron Covell

How To Make a Motorcycle Gas Tank with Ron Covell

December 3, 2018

Legendary metal shaper and fabricator Ron Covell shapes a motorcycle gas tank and explains the metal fabrication tips and tricks he uses. [More…]

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