We spend a lot of time talking about restoration and repair on older vehicles. But once an upon a time, we decided to try something a little different. We built a go kart. From scratch. Over the course of a ten-part series, the Eastwood video team built a traditional single-seat, […]
There’s nothing worse than seeing rust start to bubble through your paint after you’ve repaired a panel. It’s a sure sign that moisture has gotten into work zone. And that begs the question – does body filler absorb moisture? To help answer that question, Eastwood’s senior product manager Mark tested […]
Open the sliding doors, strap the cargo carrier turtle on top, then jam three bikes, two coolers, and five suitcases with Tetris-like precision in the back… This is how family vacations typically start. But I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be like that! I recently ran off […]
For DIY automotive painters and professionals alike, are an occassional hurdle on the road to a flawless finish. Even if you lay down a flawless coat, other “nibs” like dirt, hair, and even insects often find their way onto a wet surface. However, with the right tools you can tackle […]
Battling rust is a never-ending task when it comes to old cars, trucks, or motorcycles. Do you cover it, blast it out, or replace the rusty part altogether? That obviously all depends on the part itself and the severity of rust. In this video, J.D. covers all three options, starting […]
Think you need a TIG welder to weld aluminum? Think again! A MIG welder equipped with a spool gun can handle a lot of basic aluminum welding projects. In this article, we’ll introduce you to a simpler, more accessible approach to welding aluminum. Whether you’re a seasoned welder or a […]
Winter is officially gasping its final breaths with spring just a couple days away. For most of the country, that means it’s time to start pulling classics and collectibles out of their seasonal slumber. Here in the Northeast, we hit our first couple days with 70-degree temps. And like clockwork, […]
We’ve all been told to make a place for everything and put everything in its place. My dad was always big win this, and it’s sound advice, really. After all, how can you put something away if you don’t know where “away” is? And the older we get, the more […]
Do the job right! That’s been Eastwood’s motto for a long time. Taking that motto to heart, I couldn’t walk away from the previous episode of Project Sunny feeling right. Sure, I got the two pieces of the floor stitched together into one piece, but I wasn’t happy with how […]
