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DIY Auto Repair Lift and Bay Rentals
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DIY Auto Repair Lift and Bay Rentals and Other Garage Spaces For Rent

December 27, 2021 Roadkill Customs
We explain all of your options for space to work on your car — from DIY auto shops and garages to more unconventional alternatives. [More…]
1965 International Loadstar
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Backyard Built 1965 International Loadstar aka ‘Rusty Nails’

December 22, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Dewey Dougherty’s 1965 International Loadstar aka ‘Rusty Nails’ is a backyard-built, chassis swapped, and 6.0L LS-powered behemoth. [More…]
Wipe-On Patina Clear Coat being applied to 1948 Panel Van
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Poppy’s Patina Clear Coat Wipe or Spray-On Protection in Matte or Gloss

December 22, 2021 Roadkill Customs
This clear coat product is a very simple wipe-on (or optional spray-on) application that provides beauty and depth to all patina surfaces. [More…]
Right Angle Drill Adapters
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Which Brand is the Best Right Angle Drill Adapter?

December 13, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Project Farm tests Right Angle Drill Adapters from Milwaukee (2 models), DeWalt (4 models), Milescraft, Westward, Autotoolhome, and Yakamoz. [More…]
1973 Chevrolet Nova Damaged in Barn Fire
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Spicy Nova ~ Resurrecting a 1973 Chevrolet Nova Barn Fire Survivor

December 11, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Junkyard Digs and Junkyard Mook tag team on resurrecting a 1973 Chevrolet Nova barn fire survivor that lived in a barn for 30 years. [More…]
1936 Chevy Crew Cab Dually
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1936 Chevy Crew Cab Dually with 5.9L 24-Valve Cummins Diesel Engine

December 10, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Chad Martin has been turning heads with his custom ’36 Chevy Master Sedan which he and his staff at Chad’s Custom Dreams custom built. [More…]
TREMEC Driveline Angle Finder App
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Easy Chassis Setup with the Free TREMEC Driveline Angle Finder App

December 8, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Take the guesswork out of your chassis setup with the free TREMEC Driveline Angle Finder using your smartphone as a measuring device. [More…]
Convert an old clothes dryer to a shop or garage heater
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How To Make a DIY Garage Heater From a Gas or Electric Clothes Dryer

December 7, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Make a shop furnace or heater from a curb-side freebie gas or electric clothes dryer with little more than the dryer itself. [More…]
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How To Fix Streaking Windshield Wiper Blades Like New in 30 Seconds

December 6, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Renewing your windshield wipers is an easy DIY job and not only restores old wiper blades, but also helps new wiper blades last much longer. [More…]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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How Much Oil Pressure is Needed and Why. Can You Free Hidden Power?

November 29, 2021 Roadkill Customs
The basics of oil pressure are explained as they apply to the typical production-based Ford, GM, and Mopar high-performance cars and trucks. [More…]

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