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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...]

1950 Chevy Kustom ~ Saved from the Crusher

December 30, 2019

The car was sectioned 3″, chopped 4″, and the trunk was sectioned 3″. The car is bagged and powered [More...]

1961 Chevrolet Impala Parkwood Station Wagon Feature

1961 Chevrolet Impala Parkwood Station Wagon Build

November 7, 2018

The crew at Roadster Shop in Mundelein, IL built this gorgeous 1961 Chevrolet Impala Parkwood Station Wagon. [More…] Also [More...]

How To Keep Your LS Engine Healthy While You Beat The Snot Out Of It

August 10, 2020

If you’re planning to beat the ever-loving snot out of your LS engine, consider these modifications to make [More...]

How To Make Fiberglass Molds and Parts

November 11, 2018

How to make fiberglass molds and parts. A motorcycle fender is repaired. A mold is then made and [More...]

Dropping an 1,100 HP 1972 Mercury Marquis

October 7, 2019

Adding an indestructible 9-inch Ford rear-end and air suspension to our sleeper 1,080-horsepower 1972 Mercury Marquis Brougham. [More…] Also [More...]

Wedding Wagon ~ A Weathered ’65 Chevy Becomes Bel Air of the Ball

May 30, 2020

As a wedding surprise for a gearhead pal, Broken Gear’s Kevin and Karson ready a weathered ’65 Chevy station [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...]

10 Winter Car Tips and Tricks You Need To Know

February 19, 2021

If you live somewhere that gets snow, this video teaches some helpful tips and tricks I have learned [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...]

Metal Shaping with Simple Hand Tools ~ Hammer Forming

May 9, 2018

Hammer forming is one of the oldest, simplest, and least expensive ways to shape sheet metal and a fabrication technique you need to learn. [More…]

How To Hand Paint Tailgate Letters – DIY Guide & Video

August 27, 2025

In this step-by-step video, Jack Fleming demonstrates the tools, materials, and methods he personally uses when painting tailgate letters. [More…]

Chassis Stiffening: How To Firm The Flex

November 12, 2017

Learn the basics of chassis stiffening to reduce flex and increase rigidity so you can get the most out of your ride. [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 gasser wagon. [More…]

How To Break-In a Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft

December 16, 2018

How to break it in a hydraulic flat tappet camshaft ~ Here’s the proper break in procedures to ensure long life for your performance cam… [More…]

1000HP With No Turbo, No Blower and No Nitrous

Mike Finnegan’s Recipe for 1,000HP with No Turbo, No Blower, No Nitrous

September 6, 2019

How to install a new MSD slip collar distributor – this 582ci V8 engine is revved to over 7,000 rpm on Westech’s Superflow Engine Dyno. [More…]

How To Lengthen or Shorten a Chevy S10 Frame

August 21, 2019

This is an overview on extending or reducing (lengthening or shortening) a Chevy S10 truck frame for a chassis or frame swap. [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…]

Elevate Your Wiring Projects with This Clever Hack!

February 19, 2024

Merricks Garage offers a comprehensive guide to efficient and effective electrical wire labeling techniques. [More…]

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