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, […]
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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. […]
Detail for Resale: How to Maximize Your Vehicle’s Value When It’s Time To Sell
When it comes time to sell your vehicle, it’s only naturally that you’ll want to extract as much value from it as possible. And if there’s one universal rule of buying (or selling) a car, it’s that first impressions matter. The better your vehicle looks the first time someone sees […]
The DIY Fabricator’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Looking to set up your shop for some heavy duty fab projects? Or maybe just add that one tool you’ve always wanted? We’ve gathered up a selection of fabricators’ favorites priced for any budget. Take advantage of holiday specials for yourself, or put this list in front of someone who […]
The Welder’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023
If you have a welding project on your list, this might be the year to make it happen. Check out these customer favorites priced for any budget, and don’t be afraid to share the list with those who want to put a smile on your face this season. UNDER $100 […]
Pro Files: The Mustang Barn
Long before the Ford Mustang was old enough to earn true classic status, it was simply a popular choice for driving enthusiasts ranging from style-conscious youth to muscle car fans. In 1976, barely a decade after the original pony car was released, Philadelphia-area enthusiasts were turning to Fred Glazier’s Mustang […]
The Truth About TIG Welding
Yesterday I sat down with Cody, one of our product managers who’s also a talented engineer, so that he could teach me how to get rolling with TIG welding. I have MIG welded previously, admittedly with mixed results, but was hoping to expand my skills to include TIG welding. My […]
Prototype To Product – Developing a DIY-Friendly CNC Plasma Cutter
It used to be that CNC machines were only found in professional shops. But as the cost of computers virtually disappeared and access to user-friendly CAD software became common, Eastwood’s Mark Robidoux felt DIY hobbyists should be able to have computer-control machinery in their home garage. In this episode of […]