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Month: April 2021

How To Make DIY Gaskets
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How To Make DIY Gaskets From Scratch

April 23, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Kyle Smith gives you offers tips and tricks to make your gaskets using a kit from your local auto parts store and everyday household items. [More…]
Converting A Stock 1967 Mustang Coupe Into An Iconic Fastback
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Converting A Stock 1967 Mustang Coupe Into An Iconic Fastback

April 19, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Mustang guru Alan Shepley and crew perform major cosmetic surgery converting a stock 1967 Mustang coupe into an iconic fastback. [More…]
1964 Buick Riviera Stealth Custom
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This 1964 Buick Riviera is a Stealth Custom

April 18, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Dennis Gage spotted this sleek, stealth Buick Riviera with custom wheels, paint, and taillights at Cruisin’ the Coast. Here’s a closer look. [More…]
Chevy 350 vs Dodge 360
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Daily Driver Engine Duel ~ Chevy 350 vs. Dodge 360

April 15, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Check out the dyno results of these two back-to-basic builds, using ported stock heads, a mild cam, and a four-barrel intake set up. [More…]
DD Speed Shop's Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner Build
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Big Block 440 Powered 1968 Road Runner ~ First Start In 40 Years!

April 12, 2021 Roadkill Customs
After months of work and waiting, it’s finally time for Dan to fire up the big block 440 powered 1968 Plymouth Road Runner! [More…]
Daddy Crabs 1929 Ford Rat Rod at Cruisin the Coast
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Daddy Crab’s $5000 ’29 Ford Rat Rod at Cruisin’ the Coast

April 11, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Dennis Gage checks out a “slightly” modified rat rod that’s been budget built from a 1929 Ford truck spotted at Cruisin’ the Coast. [More…]
The Independence Chevelle Full Build Recap and Reveal
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The “Independence Chevelle” Full Build Recap and Reveal!

April 11, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Vice Grip Garage jammed the entire 1971 Chevy “Independence Chevelle” build into one video with highlights from every project episode. [More…]
How To Not Destroy Your Engine with Nitrous
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How To Not Destroy Your Engine with Nitrous

April 8, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Engine Masters shows you how you can put nitrous into a stock engine and get serious power added without killing the engine. [More…]
Picking The Right Project Car For You with Dan from DD Speed Shop
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Picking The Right Project Car For You with Dan from DD Speed Shop

April 8, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Dan breaks down project cars in different skill and price levels, everything from an entry-level project car to an absolute basket case. [More…]
10 Fabrication Tips in 10 Minutes with Justin Voss
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10 Fabrication Tips in 10 Minutes

April 8, 2021 Roadkill Customs
Justin Voss delivers 10 quick and easy time-saving welding and metal fabrication tips in 10 minutes. [More…]

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