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 […]
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The DIY Auto Restorer’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023
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 […]
How to Treat Bare Metal After Media Blasting
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 […]
Prototype to Product – How Customer Requests Resulted in a TIG Torch Cooler
As Eastwood gained popularity among DIY welders over the years, it’s listened to customer input for new many product ideas. Developing an affordable, comfortable TIG welder torch cooler was one such result. In this episode of Prototype to Product, Eastwood R&D manager Mark Robidoux gives a little background on how […]
Prevent, Treat, or Remove? How to Deal With Rust
As automotive enthusiasts, our love of cars extends beyond the thrill of the drive. Gleaming paint, pristine bodywork, and meticulously maintained chassis all add to the pride of ownership. But lurking just below the surface often awaits a silent and relentless enemy – rust. Driven by a complex interplay of […]
The DIY Painter’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Planning to tackle a big paint project on your own? Stock up now on all the special equipment and supplies you’ll need to do the job right. Take advantage of holiday specials for yourself or share this list in with someone who’s looking for gift ideas for you. UNDER $50 […]
Flemings Pumpkin Run
If you go to enough car shows, after a while they can really all start to feel the same: an asphalt parking lot, 50 or so cars, and rubbery hamburgers come to mind. So when you arrive at a unique venue with some style, a wide swath of cool cars, […]
How To Form Perfect Brake Line Flares
Replacing brake lines or fuel lines is never fun. One of the most frustrating challenges of making new lines from scratch is getting a good flare on the end. And without a good flare, you’re practically asking for future leaks. There are all kinds of tools to make flares, but […]
Mark’s Trans Am – Episode 9: Adding Heat and Sound Protection to the Bare Shell
With the Trans Am project moving along, Mark decided it was time to move the body shell off the custom tilt rig he built for it. In this episode, he transfers it to a traditional body cart, where it will be more accessible and better supported to continue his work. […]