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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...]

1974 International Harvester Loadstar Custom

May 10, 2019

This Loadstar was an eBay Motors purchase with a long-term goal of building a custom roll-back wrecker and car [More...]

Hannah’s 1959 Chevy Viking Build Roundup… and Changing the Patina?

March 29, 2022

Hannah’s 1957 Chevy Viking started life as a two-ton grain truck. It gets a chassis and engine swap, and [More...]

How To Cut, Fit and Shape Automotive Carpet

February 4, 2019

This video demonstrates several techniques to cut, fit and shape the transmission tunnel using non-heat molded automotive carpet. [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, [More...]

How To Build a 2,500hp Blown 528ci HEMI Street Engine

August 13, 2019

Rebuilding the motor in a 2,500 HP 1963 Plymouth Valiant street car with motor specifications and more information throughout [More...]

Building a Volkswagen Inspired Mini Bike in 11 Minutes

February 20, 2020

A Volkswagen inspired mini-bike build with Predator 212cc engine and lights, whitewall tires, new handlebars, and a chain tensioner. [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 the Iconic HEMI Engine

August 3, 2013

If you are a car fanatic then you probably already know about all the hype that was created [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...]

Insane Ford Flathead Stash to be Sold-Off!

May 17, 2019

Matt has been helping a local Early Ford guru thin down on his stash of parts, and is readying [More...]

How To Age and Patina Wood

October 1, 2018

Similar effects with pre-mixed paints or stains are doable, but new wood can be aged in minutes with a simple solution of household materials. [More…]

How to Save Money on Your Hot Rod Build or Classic Car Restoration

September 17, 2018

Here are a couple tips right off to help keep costs under control as you embark on your hot rod project or build. [More…]

How To Easily Fill Gaps In Metal

November 23, 2018

Matt shows how he likes to fill gaps in metal that are too small to create a filler piece and too large to just weld as you normally would. [More…]

31 Best DIY Homemade Tools and Ideas

November 8, 2018

Simply Scrap Metal and Skills ~ These are 31 of the best DIY handmade and homemade tools and ideas crafted from discards and leftovers. [More…]

Using Romex Copper Wire as Brazing Rod

January 17, 2019

Jere Kirkpatrick demonstrates using an oxy/acetylene torch and Romex copper wire as brazing filler rod. [More…]

How To Install An Oil Catch Can

April 10, 2019

There are several designs of oil catch cans. Oil separators are included and are used in line with the PCV system on vehicles so equipped. [More…]

How To Make Simple Dimple Dies for Sheet Metal

April 15, 2019

DIY Dimple Dies ~ A simple how to video for making dimples in sheet metal panels. No expensive tooling or fancy tools were used. [More…]

Easy, Affordable Heavy Rust and Grime Removal with a Needle Scaler

February 1, 2021

Matt goes back to the basics and uses one of the most affordable yet powerful air tools in his shop — a $30 pistol grip needle scaler. [More…]

How To Make a Model A Cowl Panel

November 11, 2018

Matt shows how to make and bead roll a full replacement cowl panel for the 1930 Model A Roadster project. [More…]

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