How To Use a Hammer and Dolly
Working out a dent or wave in a body panel is not easy. It requires a deft hand, a sharp eye, and the ability to feel the imperfections in the … Continue Reading How To Use a Hammer and Dolly
Rust Repair 101 – How To Fix A Rust Hole
Rust repair and body work comes along with just about every old car project. For the novice builder, these tasks can mean a costly trip to the body shop or lots … Continue Reading Rust Repair 101 – How To Fix A Rust Hole
How to Safely Use Brake Cleaner
What’s that sound? It could be your brakes begging for a cleaning. Here we will look at how to use brake cleaner safely.
Bondo 101 – Basic For Working With Plastic Body Filler
There is not a more maligned automotive product than “bondo”. Plastic body filler is most often referred to by the brand name “Bondo” (made by 3M), and its bad reputation comes from … Continue Reading Bondo 101 – Basic For Working With Plastic Body Filler
How to Give Old Car Parts a Second Life
Why throw away old car parts when they can be upcycled and given a second life? Here are some creative ideas to get you started.
How to Replace a Toyota Diff Cover
Toyota trucks may be legendary for their off road trail toughness and reliability, but their solid axles have a weak spot that often sends owners to salvage yards and online … Continue Reading How to Replace a Toyota Diff Cover
Know-How Notes: All About Plasma Cutting
Cutting metal is a source of much pain for the DIYers. There are many ways to get the job done, and for most garage hobbyists, getting the job done often … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: All About Plasma Cutting
Know-How Notes: How to Drill Holes
You may not believe it, but there is a lot more to drilling holes that just a drill and a bit. Sure, you can make a hole, but if you … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How to Drill Holes
Know-How Notes: How to Cut Sheet Metal
Whether it is a restoration, quick repair, or shop art project, knowing how to cut sheet metal is part of being a DIYer. Getting the job done safely with all your … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How to Cut Sheet Metal
How to Use a Die Grinder
One of the most versatile tools you need in your toolbox is the die grinder. Named from their beginnings in the tool and die pattern making industry, die grinders are … Continue Reading How to Use a Die Grinder