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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...]

How Stretch Limousines Are Made

January 1, 2019

Production begins with an ordinary car being sawed in half. Steel beams connect the two sections before an outer [More...]

Project Lo ‘n Slo ~ 1965 Chevy C10 Fleetside RestoMod Full Build

December 14, 2020

Project Lo ‘n Slo ’65 C10 Fleetside gets a coil-over conversion that slams her to the ground and a [More...]

AutoLoc Universal Frenched Headlight Kit

Go French! Install Frenched Headlights with DIY Weld-in Bucket Kit

March 23, 2021

Autoloc’s Frenched Headlight kit is easy to install and adds a special look. Here is how to weld [More...]

Plywood Fixture for Hand Shaping a Sheet Metal Dome

February 28, 2020

via The Garage Vlog ~ A wooden fixture is created to shape 20 gauge sheet metal into a [More...]

Seven Day Build: London Taxi Transformed Into Rat Rod Van

October 7, 2018

Paul Bacon spent under $600 on a traditional London taxi cab. The eccentric mechanic has converted it into a [More...]

Soaking A Rusty Chassis in Nearly 2,000 Liters of Evaporust

January 26, 2024

Edd immerses a rusty chassis in 2000 liters of Evaporust to remove the exterior rust and address the rust [More...]

How To Determine Engine and Pinion Angle

How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle

July 2, 2020

Engine and pinion angle are relative to the ground. Most engines are set at 3 degrees, this allows [More...]

Understanding Cold Engine Starts

February 18, 2017

Cold weather will come; that’s for sure and inevitable. The trick is to not let cold engines stop [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 Adjust Fuel and Float Level on Holley Carburetors

February 11, 2019

Holley Performance demonstrates how to properly adjust the fuel level and the float on Holley four-barrel carburetors. [More…]

How To Tie a Steel Rod in a Knot

September 28, 2022

Here are two examples of how to tie a solid steel rod in a knot which could make a cool shift knob, handle, or other accessory detail. [More…]

How To Identify What’s Causing Road Noise

January 5, 2019

Here are some ways you can try to track down those unidentifiable noises coming from a vehicle while you’re driving down the road. [More…]

How To Choose The Best Autocrossing Tire For You

March 15, 2022

How do you choose the best AutoX tires for you? Summit Racing’s team of experienced autocrossers and racers put together this quick video. [More…]

Drag Race Tire Tech: FASTEST Way To Change Your Gear Ratio!

April 6, 2023

JustMoparJoe offers up a quick and simple formula to calculate your new final gear ratio (Effective Gear Ratio) when switching tire sizes! [More…]

How To Test Your Brake Master Cylinder

June 26, 2017

How to test your brake master cylinder step-by-step… [More…]

How To Build a DIY Paint Booth in Your Driveway

March 2, 2021

Mike Finnegan builds a paint booth in his driveway with an E-Z Up Canopy, box fan, some painter’s plastic, and duct tape. [More…]

How To Get Abandoned Vehicles Rescued & Running: Tips From The Pros

February 7, 2022

A panel of experts offer up their best tips for getting left for dead vehicles and equipment rescued and running again. [More…]

Crafting Custom ATV/Motorcycle Cables: A Step-By-Step Guide

October 30, 2023

We get the frustration of being unable to find or quickly get the right cable. We’ll show you how to take matters into your own hands. [More…]

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