Most normal people drive modern cars with computer controlled everything, and they seldom over heat. If you folks are like me (and I know you are because I’m an Eastwood guy too) you likely drive a special car that is more than a few years old and may have a carburetor, purely mechanical forms of engine control (or manual, driver controlled) systems, and a motor butting out a lot more power and heat than the factory ever provided. Some of the common advice for what to do in case of an overheating car works no matter what car you are driving, but older cars sometime require special care.
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Chemical Guys- How to Dilute Car Wash and Cleaning Products
Chemical Guys manufactures professional car care products that create the best results. Many Chemical Guys products are able to be diluted using clean water. Properly diluting cleaners, degreasers, and dressings produce the best results and saves you money. Diluting your car wash chemicals is the process of mixing a specified […]
Chemical Guys- How to Use a Clay Bar on Auto Paint
The modern detailing clay bar is a synthetic plastic putty that physically pulls embedded dirt out from your car’s paintwork. If your car has ever felt rough and “dirty” even after a full car wash, you need to use the clay bar. The rough feeling on your car’s exterior is pollution, industrial fallout, and environmental contamination stuck in the pores of the paintwork.
Mini Compressors- Mobile Compressed Air
When most people hear the term “Air compressor” they think of a big, noisy compressor you see at your local repair shop. We’re here to show you that air compressors come in all shape and sizes. Mini or portable compressors are something that can be nice to have when you travel, in your roadside repair kit, or in the corner of your garage for occasional use. We decided to list our small and mini compressors below and compare and contrast.
Eastwood Surface Conditioning Tool Review By Skinned Knuckles Magazine
COURTESY OF SKINNED KNUCKLES MAGAZINE FROM THEIR JUNE 2017 ISSUE. Eastwood’s Surface Conditioning Tool – Contour SCT By Roy Girasa The following review of the Eastwood Surface Conditioning Tool (SCT) was submitted by Roy G. of Oregon. Roy volunteered to use the tool as part of the restoration of his 1964 […]
Top 5 Power Tools You Need in Your Garage
A good power tool should make your life easier AND save you time. The more time you have, the more you will get done! We’re going to assume you have common power tools like a drill, grinder, etc. in your shop if you’re working on your own project car; but […]
Securely Fasten Metal With An Air Rivet Gun
The most common method for attaching metal panels to each other is bolting, screwing, or welding. These methods work well in some cases, but aren’t the only method for securely fastening metal together. Before the days of every home shop having a welder, rivets were used to fasten things together. […]
Top 5 Father’s Day Gifts 2017
Fathers Day is right around the corner and if you’re anything like us; your Father played a big part in the classic car hobby many of us are neck-deep in. For some of us it was just the memories of riding around in an old car when we were kids, while others were thrust into the hobby by helping to build, modify, and go to shows as kids with our dads. Eventually time goes on and your dad is needing your help and borrowing tools from you. It’s nice to return the favor but it’s even better to GIVE him the tools he needs to do the job right. We surveyed Eastwood employees and customers and came up with a nice list of products that almost any Dad would be excited to receive! Below are our top 5 favorites; but you can find the full list on our site HERE.
How to Remove Surface Rust
Rust is cancer for metal and it can be a small annoyance or can even wreck an entire car. Removing heavy rust can be a long, labor intensive job. Surface rust or rust stains can be removed fairly easily if you have the right arsenal of tools or chemicals. Below […]