Whether you’re repairing a vehicle or fabricating something from scratch, you’re likely to work with sheet metal eventually. From fenders and doors to battery trays and truck beds, it makes up most of a vehicle’s non-mechanical components. The problem is thin, flat metal doesn’t offer much in the way of […]
If time’s running out and you’re still looking for one last thing for the DIYer on your shopping list, maybe we can help. Here are 10 great gifts that will get plenty of use in the shop and will definitely be appreciated. And they’re all under $50* so they won’t […]
If you want to get serious about racing, you’re going to need safety equipment. And one of the most important devices is a proper roll cage. It not only protects the driver in a serious rollover crash but also serves as the most secure mounting point for the safety harness. […]
In the pursuit of paint perfection, every surface flaw must be tackled before the first fog of basecoat ever leaves the spray gun. Among the tools in your arsenal, glazing putty takes center stage for its ability to provide precision and detail. While other fillers excel at bulk filling and […]
Shopping for a paint perfectionist? A devotee of detailing? Check out this gift guide packed with the latest products to help achieve maximum results on whatever they drive. UNDER $25 Large, Super-soft Premium Drying Towel This huge, extra-soft drying towel measures a full 24” x 36” to soak up large […]
There’s a well-told story of how a certain NASCAR racing team named Petty came up with its signature “Petty Blue” hue. The color, created entirely by accident in 1959, has graced decades worth of stock cars wearing the number 43. Essentially they scrounged up whatever leftover paint was laying around […]
In this initial installment of his custom 1985 Chevy C-10 pickup project, Eastwood video producer Adam restores the Air-Ride suspension’s air tank with a fresh application of powder coating. Originally installed more than a decade ago, the truck has sat outside for years exposed to the elements. The paint has […]
Someone in your life restoring an old car or truck at home? If they’re like us and always tinkering in the garage with some old project, chances are they’re going to need some help. We’ve combed our catalog and pulled together a list of tools and equipment especially for the […]
Media blasting is one of the most effective ways to remove old paint and rust from automotive surfaces. In almost no time it can strip away unwanted finishes, dirt, and corrosion, revealing the bare metal underneath. This is a crucial step in automotive restoration as it provides a clean surface […]
