Mark is back to work on the front subframe on the Trans Am project. Now that the outside of the metal is looking like new, he tackles rust prevention on the inside of the frame using Eastwood’s Internal Frame Coating Plus. Watch as shows how to apply this thick rust-stopping […]
Author: The Garage
How to Clean Your HVLP Paint Gun
You can tell a lot about a person by how they treat their workspace and tools. The same can certainly be said about how a painter maintains their paint gun. After all, modern HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) paint guns are precision tools that count on clean surfaces and optimized […]
Bagged C-10 – Episode 2: Making New Air Compressor Mounts
With the suspensions air tank freshly powder coated, work on our video producer Adam’s 1985 Chevy C-10 pickup project continues. As with other elements of this decade-old build, time has not been kind to some of the exterior hardware. The next components of the Air-Ride suspension to get his attention are […]
Three Steps to Bringing “Barn Find” Paint Back to Life
Who doesn’t love a good barn find? That term seems to be thrown around pretty loosely these days, but the allure of a true barn find is unearthing a rare, forgotten, totally unmodified classic that looks nearly turn-key ready under all that dust. A time capsule in waiting. The truth […]
Six Ways to Add Structure and Stiffness to Sheet Metal
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 […]
2023 Stocking Stuffer and Last Minute Gift Guide
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 […]
Watch as we Build a Roll Cage from Scratch
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. […]
Are You Using Glazing Putty Correctly?
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 […]
Ultimate Detailers’ Holiday Gift Guide 2023
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 […]