One of the most common questions that comes up when planning to paint a car is “How much paint will I actually need?” It’s a great question for a lot of reasons, not least of which is knowing how to budget. And while no one wants to buy more material […]
While there are many ways to weld metal two pieces of metal together – gas, stick, MIG, TIG, resistance – the one that often strikes fear into most DIYer is TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding. TIG welders are versatile machines that allow for welding both steel and aluminum. The process […]
When it comes to painting your project, one of the most confusing steps for many first-time painters is how to accurately mix all of the different components. In addition to the urethane base coat or clear coat you’re using, you’ll need to add an activator (sometimes called a catalyst or […]
Whether you’re torquing down a cylinder head or bolting wheels back up after a brake job, there’s no substitute for a torque wrench when you need to accurately, uniformly fasten mechanical components together. Whether you go old school with the mechanical click-type wrench or prefer the reassuring beep of the […]
Have you ever seen a brand-new tire? Of course you have, and it probably wasn’t wet or shiny. In fact, it was likely a little dull and waxy looking, a result of the release agents used to make sure it doesn’t stick to its mold during manufacturing. Nevertheless, “tire shine” […]
It’s been about 15 years since I did my first at-home paint job. And I’m still hearing all about it. Probably because I primed and painted the car in the attached garage that backed up to our family room. Every once in a while, my wife catches a whiff of […]
Modern automotive paint finishes are complex systems of advanced chemistry engineered to provide specific results, whether it’s supreme durability, unsurpassed shine and depth, or simply affordability. When you’re repainting your classic vehicle and want to match a specific color, chances are you’re also looking for a final finish that matches […]
Equipping your garage with compressed air can be a game changer if you spend a lot of time working in it. The convenience, power, and versatility of pneumatic tools can transform your humble workspace into powerhouse for serious projects. But whether you run a small compressor with a simple hose […]
A good friend of ours loses his mind every time he hears the words”paint correction” used together. As someone who prepares million-dollar exotics and rare classics for top-tier concours d’elegance around the world, he knows his stuff. The problem, he argues, is the paint is already correct, it’s just the […]
