A bearing splitter is one of those tools that you see in most professional mechanics toolbox but a DIY auto repair enthusiast needs to decide if they can make use of it and the cost involved in purchasing the tool. A bearing splitter works for a lot more than bearing […]

The wheels on your vehicle see some of the most heat and abuse as any other par of your car but they’re also one of the most visual parts of your vehicle. This means you will obviously want your wheels to look as good as possible to keep your vehicle […]

The best way to deal with rust is to remove it. This can be achieved through mechanical (abrasive blasting, wire wheel, sanding, etc.) or chemical (Fast Etch Rust Remover, Rust Dissolver) means, or through the direct approach of cutting out the affected area and replacing with new metal. When the […]

BODY SOLDER APPLICATION GUIDELINES BY JOHN SLOANE, EASTWOOD PRODUCT SPECIALIST Traditional lead-based body solder has been the choice of restorers and customizers for over 80 years for filling seams, leveling uneven body work, and blending-in custom features. Even the best polyester body fillers available today cannot match the superior adhesion, […]

Whether using an aerosol can, an HVLP turbine system, or compressed air and a spray gun, the best way to apply automotive applications is to spray it. Sometimes, however, the final finish doesn’t come out perfectly. Below are eight common problems, what causes them, and how to repair the finish. Problem: Dry […]

VIBRATORY TUMBLERS THE QUICK, EASY WAY TO CLEAN AND SHINE SMALL PARTS The best kept secret for restoring rusted and tarnished parts, as any professional auto restorer will tell you, is a vibratory tumbler. It’s how OEMs produce a hi-luster finish on small parts. In fact, vibratory tumblers are used […]

BY FRANK ARMAO, SENIOR APPLICATION ENGINEER, THE LINCOLN ELECTRIC COMPANY Aluminum is being specified today in more and more applications because of its many advantages. Aluminum is lightweight (approximately 1/3 the weight of steel), has excellent electrical conductivity and better corrosion-resistance properties than steel. As its growth accelerates, operators who […]

RUST PROTECTION DONE RIGHT The best way to deal with rust is to remove it. This can be achieved through mechanical (abrasive blasting, wire wheel, sanding, etc.) or chemical (Fast Etch Rust Remover, Rust Dissolver) means, or through the direct approach of cutting out the affected area and replacing with […]