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How To & DIY
How To Reverse a Main Leaf Spring ~ DIY Reverse Eye Leaf Springs
MacroMachines demonstrates how to reverse the main leaf of a rear spring from a Model T, difficult due to the large hump in the middle. [More…]
Hot Rod Lifestyle
Ford Model T – How to Start & How to Drive
In this video I demonstrate the Ford Model T’s unusual controls and how they all work, I show you how to start a Model T, and I take you on a short drive at the end… [More…]
DIY Projects
How to Fix Dents on Stainless Steel Trim
Car and truck trim can be expensive to repair if you send it out to professionals, but with just a few tools you can repair it yourself and save! [More…]
DIY Projects
2-Minute Tech: Wiring Tips with Ron Francis Wiring
Presented by Black Top Magazine, project “Riff-Raff”, a 1956 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan is getting rewired with a Ron Francis Express Series Kit. Here are several quick tips to help your wiring projects… Also of [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Cut Your Long Bed to a Short Bed in a Weekend
Rob at 330 Garage turns cutting a Ford F100 long bed to short bed into a weekend DIY project ~ 2-Part video details cutting frame and bed… [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Bend Brake and Fuel Lines
Kyle Smith walks you through how to properly bend brake or fuel lines for your classic car… [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Turn an Engine Stand into an Engine Run Stand
See how D. Eby converted a simple engine stand into a complete engine run stand to facilitate pre-install engine break-ins… [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Modernize A Classic Powerplant with EFI
With the advent of Electronic Fuel Injection hot rods can now run more efficiently and have better drivability. [More…]
How To & DIY
DIY Carpet Installation in a Classic Chevy / GMC Truck
Installing new Carpet, Sound Deadener and Jute Padding is an easy weekend job that will quickly freshen up the interior of your Chevrolet or GMC Truck. We’ll take you through our best Tips & Tricks that make this project simple, complete and give awesome results! [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Install Ring and Pinion Gears in a Ford 8.8 Rear-End
In this video DIY Guide, The Fab Forums go over how to install ring and pinion gears in a Ford 8.8 rear end. [More…]
How To & DIY
Aged Painted Lettering on 1936 Ford Truck
An Aged Painted Lettering process is demonstrated using 1-shot lettering enamels and 1-shot clear to get an aged look on the doors. [More…]
How To & DIY
Making Springs At Home
This Old Tony demonstrates winding your own springs at home on a lathe. [More…]
How To & DIY
Speed Square Hack for Every Welder
Turn your generic speed square into a welders speed square in 5 minutes. Here’s how. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Cut, Fit and Shape Automotive Carpet
This video demonstrates several techniques to cut, fit and shape the transmission tunnel using non-heat molded automotive carpet. [More…]
How To & DIY
Simple Ford Flathead V8 Engine Mounts
Matt centers the engine in the chassis and welds in Ford style biscuit mounts for a Ford Flathead V8 Engine. [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Chop a Top – Project Pilehouse DIY Top Chop
Learn the techniques for chopping a top on a 1950 Dodge pickup using MIG and TIG Welders, a Bead Roller, and a Hammer and Dolly Set. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Rebuild 1973-79 Ford F100 Disc Brakes
Rebuilding 1973-79 Ford F100 disc brakes, from sandblasting and painting, rotors and spindles, to making sure parts are within spec. [More…]
DIY Projects
3 Budget Dynamat Alternatives for DIY Vehicle Sound Deadening
June 2, 2020 Roadkill Customs DIY Projects, How To & DIY, Low Budget Builds, Products & Reviews, Technical Info
Nothing ruins a sweet ride more than vibrations and doors that rattle. Here’s how to sound deaden and insulate your ride on a budget. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Make a Simple Louver Press
How to make a very simple louver press for punching louvers, and it works really well even on large panels… [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Adjust Fuel and Float Level on Holley Carburetors
Holley Performance demonstrates how to properly adjust the fuel level and the float on Holley four-barrel carburetors. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Determine Your Chevrolet Water Pump Type ~ Long or Short
A quick way to check if you have a long or short water pump is to stick your fingers behind the timing cover, you can’t with a short pump. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Remove a Wheel Lug Nut Lock Without a Key
Here are 8 ways to remove a wheel lug nut lock without a key, starting off with 3, +5 more from viewer suggestions on 4 different lug lock types… [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Make DIY Carbon Fiber Fenders and Body Panels
Throttle Stop Garage makes a set of carbon fiber fenders for his Volvo Amazon project, and he does not spare any details. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Set the Kickdown or TV Cable on GM Transmissions
Holley offers tips on properly setting up the transmission kickdown levers and how to properly set the throttle valve or TV cable. [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Install a Train Horn
A full overview and how to video of installing an air-powered train horn… Alternate Video: You may skip ahead below to view different sections of: (00:00) Intro (01:10) Wiring (04:07) Train Horn Overview (08:58) Tank [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Apply Gold Leaf To Your Paint Job
Custom paint is a great touch you can add to any vehicle to set yourself apart. There are a few paint techniques that require skill but like with anything else, a little know-how and practice [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Build a Model A Hot Rod Chassis
This tech article is meant to inspire and give you a jumping point for building your own chassis. Every car is going to be a little different in measurements and execution, so be sure to think it all through before you start… [More…]
DIY Projects
Shoebox Door Hinge Rebuild ~ Cheap and Easy
Article and Photos by the-rodster aka Rich Stock shoebox door hinges are usually shot and in need of work. Saggy doors ain’t cool. As far as I know, rebuild kits are not available, probably because the [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Mix Flat or Matte Black Paint
In this video we are going to show you how to mix flat or matte black paint when painting a car. The paint we are using is a single stage matte Hot Rod Black finish [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Change Front Coil Springs in 1963-87 Chevy and GMC Trucks
This video guides you through the process of swapping your Classic 1963-87 Chevy or GMC pickup truck front coil springs. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Break-In a Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft
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…]
How To & DIY
How To Adjust Ride Height With Torsion Bars
Dylan McCool demonstrates how torsion bars work and how to adjust your vehicle ride height with torsion bars. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Fix Car Dents with Fire
Here’s a tech tip on using an oxy/acetylene torch to help pull dents from automotive panels, demonstrated on a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Repair Rusty Door Bottoms
How to repair rusty door bottoms with a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point style of metalwork. [More…]
DIY Projects
DIY Back Yard Paint Job
The HOT ROD staff shows how you can trick your friends into a party so you can paint your hot rod in a weekend! [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Weld Common Joints Using 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 & DIY
Change TH350 & TH400 Shift Points with an Adjustable Vacuum Modulator
The B&M GM TH400 and TH350 Vacuum Modulator is fully adjustable, allowing you to customize the shift points (within a range of 2-4 mph). [More…]
How To & DIY
Using a Cheap Inverter-Based Plasma Cutter and Setting Up for Repetitive Cuts
Vladimir from Invincible Extremes demonstrates the utility and usage of an inexpensive inverter-based plasma cutter and keeps it real with tips and tricks as he sets up for and cuts several nearly identical pieces using a jig… [More…]
How To & DIY
How to Make X Pipes, Y Pipes, H Pipes and Exhaust Transitions
How to make X Pipes, Y Pipes, H Pipes, Splayed Pipes, Parallel Pipes — and variants of each… [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Remove Side Window and Vent Assembly from 1955-59 GM Trucks
How to remove the side window and vent assembly from the door on a 1955, 56, 57, 58 or 59 Chevrolet or GMC Task Force Series Truck… [More…]
Automotive Basics
How To Test and Assess the Health of an Older Engine
Any used engine will have some miles on it. Here are a few tests you can run to get a health report on an older engine. [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Make an Inexpensive Spot Welder
Spot welders are used to fuse thin sheets of metal together and can cost hundreds of dollars to buy. This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to make an 800 amp Spot Welder from common, [More…]
How To & DIY
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 & DIY
How To Salvage A Vinyl Top
If you have a 1970s or ’80s era car with a vinyl top, here are a few tips and tricks how you can salvage or restore yours. [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Wire Hot Rod Turn Signals
Wiring Hot Rod Turn Signals – Diagram Wire hot rod lights? The one automotive job we all dread is the wiring. Yet, with help from this how-to book even the neophyte mechanic can install a [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Drift with Ken Block
Ken Block explains how he does his magic before he gets behind the wheel of his 845bhp Hoonicorn Mustang to give us the ride of our life. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Alternators – How To Test and Troubleshoot
When most people think of the engine, they do not take into consideration the importance of alternators. The alternator is one of a few indispensable auto performance parts that the engine cannot run without. [More…]
How To & DIY
What to Look for in a Salvage Yard Engine or Transmission
Purchasing a salvage engine or transmission can save you a lot of money whether you’re are fixing the daily or building a custom car. [More…]
How To & DIY
HP Tuners 101: Beginners Guide ~ GM ECM Tuning Overview
Take a closer look at HP Tuners and what it is capable of doing for you and your hotrod. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Repair and Restore Vintage Trailer Tail Lights
How to repair and restore vintage travel trailer tail lights with VHT Nite Shades Red tail light spray paint and clear lacquer. [More…]
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