Hot Rod How To & DIY Project Guides — From the basics like How To Test an Ignition Coil to more advanced subjects like How To Select Proper Rear-End Gear Ratio to the more exciting like How to Build and Install Exhaust Flame Throwers or productive, like How To Install a Universal Rear Step Notch Kit — Whatever you do, Build Something Cool…
Tube Bending Basics ~ What You Need to Know
Tube Bending Basics covers general knowlege of materials, dies, benders, Center Line Radius, bending gauge, cheater creation, and more. [More…]
How To TIG Weld ANY Gap
Justin Voss shares his go to method for TIG welding up a gap ending up with a weld that looks just as good as a perfect joint. [More…]
Vintage Car Restoration
If you love old cars your not alone. Collectors have breathed new life into these vintage autos by restoring them to like new condition. [More…]
How To Shave/Fill a Gas Cap Filler Neck on a Chevy C10 Truck
Eastwood helps Kenny address the first project of his Chevy C-10 restoration, shaving and patching the fuel filler hole. [More…]
How to Tint a Back Window on a Classic Truck
Ralph shows you how to tint the back window glass on a classic truck with Flexfilm window film. [More…]
How To Build Custom Headers
Intro to the header building process and tools needed. You’ll get tips, tricks, and how-to info that will guide you through your project. [More…]
How To Convert a 1970-81 Camaro/Firebird Sub-Frame to Full Coilover
Doug from Global West Suspension shows you how to modify your 2nd generation F-Body Camaro/Firebird sub-frame to full coilover application. [More…]
How To Install a Distributor Correctly the First Time
By following the expert advice from Engine Power, you can confidently install a distributor correctly the first time and every time. [More…]
Installing Speedway’s Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator
Learn how to install Speedway’s new Deluxe LS Swap Fuel Filter/Regulator in five minutes for a cleaner look and fewer potential leak points! [More…]
How To Airbrush Transparent Ghost Flames with James Scott
James Scott of Paint by James fame demonstrates how to paint old school style ghost flames. [More…]
How To Adjust and Tune Holley Carburetors
This tutorial includes instructions on how to fully adjust and finely tune Holley carburetors. [More…]
How To Fabricate a Custom Hot Rod Dashboard
Matt goes over how to build a custom hot rod dash using nothing more than a bead roller, punch/bead dies, and a shrinker stretcher. [More…]
How To Weld A Cast Aluminum Bolt Hole Without Damaging Threads
Cast aluminum weld repairs are hard. Welding around a bolt hole w/o damaging threads is even more difficult. This trick may help your repair. [More…]
Chevy and GMC Rust Repair ~ Floor, Kick Panels, Inner/Outer Rockers
Dave shows us the nuts & bolts of repairing rusty floors and rockers with new sheet metal in 1960s Chevrolet and GMC trucks. [More…]
DIY Wiring Harness Clean-Up and Restoration
Here’s how to freshen up, restore, re-tape, and generally clean-up your old and tired wiring harness. [More…]
How To Measure Wheel Back Spacing / Offset
Be sure you have proper wheel clearance for your specific car before purchasing new wheels, wheel spacers, and wheel adapters. [More…]
How To Flare Brake and Fuel Lines
Hagerty’s Kyle Smith walks through how to properly create an SAE/double/inverted flare on your brake and fuel lines for your car or truck. [More…]
How To Adjust Hydraulic Valves Right The First Time, Every Time
Hydraulic valve adjustment made easy: Here is how to adjust hydraulic valves right the first time, every time. [More…]
How To Notch Tube With An Angle Grinder
Learn how to notch tube using only an angle grinder. [More…]
How To Rebuild Top End ~ Chevy 350 Small Block Engine
Chris shows you how to rebuild the top end of a Chevy 350 V8 small block engine. [More…]
How to Pick BETTER Wheels and Tires for YOUR Car
Changing your wheels and tires can completely change the look of your car and also drastically change the handling dynamics. [More…]
How To Properly Torque Wheel Lug Nuts/Lug Bolts
Torquing lug nuts to the right torque and in the correct torque sequence is critical. Learn how to properly torque lug nut/lug bolts here. [More…]
How To Weld Common Joints Using A Flux Core Wire MIG Welder
Welding common joints using a flux core MIG welder – introduces you to the types of welds involved, and demonstrates how they are produced. [More…]
How To Identify Holley and Demon Carburetors
It’s not as simple as just saying, “I have a Holley or a Demon”. Here’s how to identify Holley and Demon carburetors. [More…]
How To Measure for a Straight Axle Spring
There are two measurements that you can use to determine what straight axle spring length you’ll need for your project. [More…]
Adding Custom Oil Pan Baffles for Performance
This DIY How-To is for modifying an oil pan with baffles at home for better oil control on acceleration and deceleration. [More…]
Emblem, Badge, Insignia, Nameplate and Trim Restoration
Its easy to find reproduction emblems and trim, but New old stock (NOS) emblems are becoming scarce and expensive, it pays to restore originals. [More…]
How To Clean a MIG Welder Nozzle and Keep It Clean
How to clean your MIG torch, why it’s important, what build-up does to the wire tip, and how it makes the entire welding process easier. [More…]
How To Remove Scratches and Polish Clear Plastics Like a Pro
Tackle the task of polishing and removing scratches from clear plastics quickly and easily. [More…]
How and Where To Swap and Replace Broken Hand Tools
An overview of tool brand company warranty, return process, customer service contact information, and drop-off and return location finders. [More…]
How To Plus Size Wheels and Tires
Plus Sizing your wheel and tire combination was designed to enhance vehicle performance and appearance by allowing fitment of larger diameter rims and lower profile tires. The theory is that while making these changes, you keep the overall tire diameter within 3% of the original equipment tires. [More…]
How To Repair a Ford Model A Frame and Horns
Andrew works on repairing a pair of damaged front frame horns on the Ford Model A and begins filling all the unwanted holes in the horns. [More…]
How To Weld Flat Projects Without a Welding Table
This video goes through necessary steps to reduce error in creating a flat surface using a three-point system to work off an uneven floor. [More…]
How To Rebuild Bottom End ~ Chevy 350 Small Block Engine
Chris shows you how to rebuild the bottom end of a Chevy 350 V8 small block engine. [More…]
How to Degree Your Camshaft
Don’t skip degreeing in your camshaft The method demonstrated is actually quite simple and straightforward. [More…]
How To Determine Suspension, Brake, and Wheel Clearance
When working with suspension, wheels, and brakes, wheel clearance is key. Follow these easy steps to calculate offset and wheel clearance. [More…]
How To Make Fender Skirts From Scratch
Matt from Eastwood takes you through some different metal fabrication techniques used to make a fender skirt. [More…]
LS1 Engine Overview, Complete Tear-Down, and Assembly Training Video
The GM LS1 engine overview, complete tear-down, and assembly — this is the Technician Training video for the legendary LS1 Engine. [More…]
How To Make a SOLID Angle Grinder Stand
Barts Metalwork demonstrates the process used to create a simply SOLID grinder stand… [More…]
How To Clean, Whiten, and Restore a Coolant Overflow Tank
Here’s a tutorial video showing how to clean and whiten (remove the yellow color) coolant expansion or overflow tanks. [More…]
How To Break a Tire Bead Quickly and Safely with Common Tools
This video demonstrates how to quickly, easily, and safely break even the most stubborn tire bead with a floor jack and a ratchet strap. [More…]
Distressed Lettering Door Art Demonstration on a 1936 Dodge Truck
David from The Sign Shop takes you through the process of hand-painting distressed lettering door art on a 1936 Dodge truck. [More…]
DIY Hot Tank: Cleaning Engine Parts with a Homemade Barbecue
This DIY hot tank is a game-changer for enthusiasts looking to restore engine parts without breaking the bank… [More…]
How To French Taillights with Bad Chad
Bad Chad explains and demonstrates how to french taillights… [More…]
Shaving Windshield Posts and Filling Holes on a 1931 Model A Roadster
Karl shaves windshield posts from his 1931 Model A Roadster build to make way for a Duvall windshield, fills some holes, and gaps the doors. [More…]
Cutting A Classic Car In Half To Fix The Rust!
This 1956 Chevy is RUSTY! The car gets fully stripped-down, rockers and quarters are addressed, and the floors are cut out for a new pan. [More…]
How To Determine Ride Height and Shock Absorber Length
Ride Height is the height of your car or truck when it is sitting and the suspension is at the optimum setting (height)… [More…]
How To Remove a Stuck Brake Drum
ChrisFix goes through the process step-by-step so that anyone can remove a stuck brake drum. [More…]
Step-by-Step Basic Wiring Guide for Hot Rods and Race Cars
This video is your go-to guide for car wiring basics, including race car wiring, alternator wiring, automotive wiring, and more. [More…]
Bead Rolling Machine Basics with Master Metalworker Ron Covell
Learn the basics of the bead roller, a very versatile metalworking tool as demonstrated by mater metalworker Ron Covell. [More…]
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