DIY Archives ~ Roadkill Customs

Everyone Can Use A Third Hand In The Shop

Could You Use A Third Hand In The Shop? DIY Part Holder

January 13, 2021 Roadkill Customs

We’ve heard it called many things; a third hand, a grasshopper — whatever you call it, you need to make one for your shop. Period. They come in very handy, will often save you in a pinch, and cost almost nothing to make… [More…]

How To Remove Mill Scale

January 12, 2021 Roadkill Customs

You need to remove mill scale prior to welding. Mill scale is a pain to get off without impacting the material beneath it. [More…]

How To Build A Hot Rod

January 11, 2021 Roadkill Customs

Learn how to build a hot rod with these resources that help facilitate your build from inspiration and planning to build and customization. [More…]

DIY Drill Powered Spray Paint Can Shaker

January 4, 2021 Roadkill Customs

This DIY Spray Paint Can Shaker takes just minutes to make and couldn’t be any easier. There is no welding, no special tools, just simplicity! [More…]

Project Pictorial: Making Bomber Seats and Frames

December 30, 2020 Roadkill Customs

Owen Jeancart’s photo journal of Bomber Seats crafted from .063 aluminum for Warhawk, a 1931 Model A inspired by WWII Curtiss P-40 Fighters. [More…]

How To Clean and Sharpen Dull Metal Files

How To Clean and Sharpen a Dull Metal File

December 19, 2020 Roadkill Customs

When your go-to file is worn and not cutting its time for chemical cleaning and sharpening and it’s probably a lot easier than you imagine. [More…]

DIY Folding Engine Run Stand Build Plans for Ford, GM, and Mopar

November 19, 2020 Roadkill Customs

With some tube steel, a drill, and a welder, you can build one of these DIY engine run stands that collapse to a very storable 9″ in a weekend. [More…]

How To Turn Railroad Track into a DIY Homemade Anvil

November 4, 2020 Roadkill Customs

A short stretch of railroad track is turned into an anvil. The basic shape was cut with an angle grinder and file, then sanded and blued. [More…]

How To Apply Compound, Polish, and Wax by Hand

August 4, 2020 Roadkill Customs

It’s possible to get great results, by hand, with compound, polish or wax as long as you use the right products and the right technique. [More…]

Attic Air Compressor with Remote Wall Switch Air Pressure Gauge and Connection Point

Installing a Remote Air Compressor and DIY Switch, Gauge and Port Panel

July 30, 2020 Roadkill Customs

DIYer sets his small garage up with a space-saving attic mounted air compressor and remote switch, air pressure gauge and hose connection. [More…]

How To Rattle Can Spray Paint a Motorcycle Helmet

Rattle Cans and 1Shot ~ DIY Motorcycle Helmet Paint

July 26, 2020 Roadkill Customs

YouTuber Iron Gordon shows how to paint a motorcycle helmet with a few cans of spray paint and several colors of 1shot. [More…]

Making a Custom Dash, Gauge Panel, and Console for a 1937 Rat Rod

July 25, 2020 Roadkill Customs

Broke Bastard Garage makes a custom dash, gauge cluster panel, and center console for the 1937 Rat Rod Project. [More…]

Welcome - Chevrolet 3100 Fitted with Suicide Doors

How To Install Suicide Door Hinges

July 13, 2020 Roadkill Customs

Suicide Door Hinges, arguably made best known among today’s hot rodders and customizers by the Lincoln Continental four-door convertible of the 1960s, are a popular customization. Not only do they add a high level of [More…]

How To Wrap Your Old Car in a New Look

July 12, 2020 Roadkill Customs

You don’t have to buy a new ride to get a new look. You can transform the appearance of their vehicles quickly, easily, and affordably. [More…]

1949-54 GM Torque Tube to Open Driveshaft Conversion Donor Vehicles

July 10, 2020 Roadkill Customs

The primary complaint about an enclosed torque tube driveline is that there are very limited ratios available for the rear end. [More…]

How To Determine Engine and Pinion Angle

How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle

July 2, 2020 Roadkill Customs

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 Install Universal Rear Step Notch Kit from Welder Series

June 12, 2020 Roadkill Customs

The Welder Series Universal Rear Step Notch Kit is easy to assemble and install. The pieces fit together using alignment tabs to make clamping and welding a breeze. [More…]

4 Budget Dynamat Alternatives for DIY Vehicle Sound Deadening

June 2, 2020 Roadkill Customs

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…]