Restoration
How to Keep a Hot Rod Cool
After V-8 engines have replaced four- and six-cylinder engines, space becomes a premium, and you must figure out how to fit the largest radiator possible into a crowded engine compartment. The difficulty arises when there is no longer a conventional guide to follow; you become, so to say, the engineer. However, with the technology present…
Read MoreRestoration Ideas for Old Cars
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Read MoreFundamental Restoration
The Fundamentals of an Automobile Restoration: Car restoration has developed into a passion. It’s a booming industry sustained by automobile clubs, auctioneers, and everyday car lovers eager to enjoy the excitement of driving a vintage car as if it were brand new. There are several questions you should ask before purchasing a car for restoration,…
Read MoreRestomod or Not
When automobile aficionados are asked their top reasons for restomodding their car, the replies are likely to vary. While the response may differ, there will be a common underlying theme: safety. Modifying cars began as a way for car enthusiasts to combine the most powerful components of their favorite vehicles. As a result, they were…
Read MoreChoose an Honest, Quality Shop
We all know not everyone has the necessary equipment, expertise, and room to restore a classic, muscle, Mustang, Camaro, hot rod, vintage, antique, or exotic car on their own time and budget. So, where does it leave us now? There is a plethora of restoration pros available who are willing to take on even the…
Read MoreHow to Replace a Convertible Top
Convertibles that need new covers have three options: (1) Pay a shop up to $1,500 for the installation of a cover; (2) Try to create a new cover from an old pattern and pray; (3) Buy a ready-cut kit to install the cover yourself. Kits make installing a convertible top a breeze for the vast…
Read MorePrep is What Makes the Paint Job
Prep Cover Prep It doesn’t matter if you’re painting your automobile yourself or hiring someone else to do it for you; proper preparation is crucial. It’s a tedious task that requires a lot of grunt labor, which takes a lot of time. There isn’t a lot of information out there regarding how to properly prepare…
Read MoreSeat Upholstery is Not Rocket Surgery
Install New seat Cover Seat Covers Whether you use your vehicle to transport construction materials, kids and grandkids, or simply spill a lot of coffee, you know how quickly factory seat covers become soiled. You only have three options if they’re beyond saving with upholstery cleaning and you want to brighten up your vehicle’s interior:…
Read MoreDetailing is More Than Just Washing
What Exactly Is Auto Detailing? Detailing is more than just washing your car with soapy water and a towel or brushing the interior with Armor All and a vacuum; it’s focusing on and cleaning the tiny elements of your automobile to transform it from “clean” to “sparkling like new.” Professional detailers can be found in…
Read MoreTires and Wheels Make the Ride
Make a safe choice Making the right choice in car tires begins with asking yourself five questions about your vehicle and driving habits, as well as what you are looking for in a new set of car tires. When shopping for new car tires, here are five questions to ask yourself. Question 1: What kind…
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