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…
How To Easily Fill Gaps In Metal
Matt shows how he likes to fill gaps in metal that are too small to create a filler piece and too large to just weld as you normally would. [More…]
How To Keep Cooling (and Other) Systems Running After Power Is Off
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…]
Butt vs Lap Welding Sheet Metal Panels
The Hot Rod Hippie discusses Butt Welding vs Overlapping Sheet Metal Panels on your hot rod or custom vehicle project. [More…]
How To Choose And Use Automotive Hardline
Hardline materials each have pros and cons so you’ll need to consider the specific application or vehicle system that you plan to use it on. [More…]
3M Tech Tip ~ How To Cerakote Engine Parts
Cerakote is Perfect for high heat areas and easy to coat engine parts using 3M Scotch Brite, the 3M PPS paint system. [More…]
Understanding Alternators – How To Test and Troubleshoot
This alternator works together with the battery to supply power when the vehicle is running. Here’s how to test and troubleshoot. [More…]
How To Determine Your Engine’s Redline
How do you know where your engine’s Redline is? Here’s your answer. [More…]
How To LEGALLY Title Any Classic Car, Truck, Or Motorcycle Using The Vermont Loophole
Here is the step-by-step process to obtain official ownership papers in your name, with a minimal outlay of cash and time. [More…]
How To Install a Custom Wood Bed on an F100 Truck
Jeremy installs a custom wood bed on Power Nation’s Ford F100 truck project, and a Jeep gets LED’s before hitting the trail. [More…]
How To Remove an LS1 Motor and Transmission from the Bottom
This video demonstrates removing an LS1 engine and transmission from a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 from the bottom. [More…]
Go French! Install Frenched Headlights with DIY Weld-in Bucket Kit
Autoloc’s Frenched Headlight kit is easy to install and adds a special look. Here is how to weld in the buckets and install the kit. [More…]
How To Choose The Right Paint For Your Project
There are several paint systems you can choose from for your project, so here’s how to choose which one is best for you… [More…]
How To Notch Tube With An Angle Grinder
Learn how to notch tube using only an angle grinder. [More…]
How To Replace Ball Joints
With a good set of instructions, a small amount of mechanical knowledge, and a bit of patience, you can change the ball joint yourself. [More…]
How To Plumb LS Engine Steam Lines and Why You Need Them
Do I need the steam lines when I do an LS swap? What are the LS steam ports for? Where do I connect the steam lines? [More…]
Tire Size? How To Read a Tire Sidewall and What it All Means
The side of your tire, or tire sidewall, contains everything you need to know about your tire size, rating, and manufacturer. [More…]
How To Drill a Hole in the Center of Any Rod
In this tutorial, Johnny shows the simplest way to drill a perfectly centered hole in any small rod with simple tools — no lathe required. [More…]
How To Repair a Cracked Steering Wheel
If you have a ragged old steering wheel and can’t find a replacement, you can refresh it instead with the right tools and supplies. [More…]
How To Set Up and Operate a NOS Nitrous Refill Station
Nitrous, it’s one of the cheapest and easiest ways to add horsepower to most any engine. But, refilling your own cylinders, well that can be aggravating as well as time-consuming. [More…]
How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle
Engine and pinion angle are relative to the ground. Most engines are set at 3 degrees, this allows the carburetor to sit level, however… [More…]
How To Detail with Citrus Cleaners
Are you amazed at how many specialty cleaners are available to clean your vehicle? Ever wonder what the pros in Dealerships and Detailing Shops use? In those businesses, concentrated citrus cleaners have replaced them all and taken the center stage. [More…]
Slap Shift Side Detent Shifter for GM TH200, TH250, TH350, and TH400
This Side Detent Shifter is perfect for your GM Turbo-Hydramatic-equipped project and mounts solidly to your transmission tunnel. [More…]
How To Correctly Sharpen a Twist Drill on a Bench Grinder
Knowing how to hand sharpen a twist drill is a basic skill every machinist or fabricator should possess. [More…]
Picking The Right Project Car For You with Dan from DD Speed Shop
Dan breaks down project cars in different skill and price levels, everything from an entry-level project car to an absolute basket case. [More…]
How To Install a Tachometer
Tachometer installation can be as simple as connecting the tach’s sending wire to the negative side of the ignition coil, while other ignition systems feature a dedicated tach sending circuit. [More…]
How To Make High-Quality Copper Lugs or Terminals
In this video, 1Road demonstrates how to make high-quality copper lugs (copper terminals) out of copper tubing. It’s cheap and easy. [More…]
1965 Chevrolet C10 RideTech Air Suspension Install
Johnny Merder from RideTech installs a complete air ride suspension system on his family-owned 1965 Chevrolet C10 truck. [More…]
How To Convert a 1955, 56 or 57 Chevrolet From 4 Doors to 2 Doors
This video is a journal of the steps involved in converting a 1955, 1956 or 1957 Chevrolet 4 door post car into a 2 door. [More…]
Quick and Easy DIY Headliner for Less Than $20
DIY Headliner from thrift shop playing cards and miscellaneous adhesives arranged into an alternative headliner in JD’s ’59 Ford. [More…]
How To Mold and Cast Resin Dashboard Knobs — Recreating Dash Jewelry
This tutorial shows how to mold, cast, and polish your own resin dashboard knobs — authentic reproductions that turn your dash into art. [More…]
How To Properly Make a Gasket with RTV
Learn how to use RTV to make a rear differential gasket, water-pump gasket, oil pan gasket, thermostat gasket, valve cover gasket. [More…]
Custom Car Builders: Get Sponsored and Make it to The SEMA Show
Car builder Dustin Williams, part of the SEMA Young Guns Crew, dives into some new parts and talks about getting car sponsorships for SEMA. [More…]
3 Simple Rules to Troubleshooting and Fix Anything
3 Simple Rules to Troubleshooting Anything: Do the easiest thing first, Don’t rely on the people that tried and failed before, and… [More…]
Everything You Need To Know About Drilling And Tapping Holes
In DIY projects and metalworking, having the ability to drill and tap your holes is a valuable skill. [More…]
How To Paint Distressed Lettering, Plus Gold Leafing Tips
Jack Fleming Artistry shows how to paint distressed lettering and add gold leaf accents on a patina 1957 Chevy gasser wagon. [More…]
How To Make a DIY Garage Heater From a Gas or Electric Clothes Dryer
Make a shop furnace or heater from a curb-side freebie gas or electric clothes dryer with little more than the dryer itself. [More…]
How To Modify Your Wheels the Old School Hot Roddin’ Way
How To Modify Your Wheels the Old School Hot Roddin’ Way with Bad Chad. [More…]
How To Create Hand Hammered 1930’s Style Louvers for your Hot Rod
Jerry Laboranti demonstrates the technique for creating hand-formed 1930’s style clam shell louvers for your hot rod. [More…]
DIY Engine Performance ~ How To Port Cylinder Heads
Davin Reckow walks you through the ins and outs of how to port your cylinder heads at home with some fairly basic tools. [More…]
How To Build A Sleeper Volkswagen
The Mighty Car Mods boys embark on an ambitious project to build an epic sleeper with a 1000% increase in power. [More…]
How To Make Fresh Lumber Look Like Weathered Barn Wood
How to make fresh lumber look like old barn wood — the process is fast and easy and will give you that rustic look you’ve been after. [More…]
How To Understand Wheel Specs
Choosing new wheels is an exciting part of a build, but you’ll need the width, bolt pattern, and offset. Here’s what those numbers mean. [More…]
How To Make a Vintage Padlock
This is the first lock I ever made. There is room for improvement on the mechanism, but to me, it is all about getting started. [More…]
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…]
What Wheels Should You Run On Your Nostalgia or Traditional Hot Rod?
When building a traditional hot rod, wheel options confuse a lot of builders. Here’s a rundown of the different styles that Ford used. [More…]
How To Install Billet Hood Hinges on 1967-1972 Chevy Trucks
Kevin Tetz demonstrates how to replace worn-out hood hinges on 1967-1972 Chevy/GMC trucks with high-quality Billet Hood Hinges. [More…]
Tips for Setting Up and Using a Self-Shielded Flux Core Welder
From polarity to tension and stick-out, we’ll cover the key elements that contribute to successful welding with self-shielded flux core wire. [More…]
How To Hand Paint Tailgate Letters – DIY Guide & Video
In this step-by-step video, Jack Fleming demonstrates the tools, materials, and methods he personally uses when painting tailgate letters. [More…]
How To Cut Sheet Metal With Ease ~ Electric Throatless Shear
The Eastwood Electric Throatless Shear is a heavy-duty professional quality tool ruggedly designed for many years of reliable service. [More…]
How To Convert To Electronic Ignition and Never Change Points Again!
Pertronix Ignitor Electronic Ignition: A dependable, self-contained Ignitor replaces breaker points and troublesome stock ignitions. [More…]
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