Whenever you are using a welding machine, like a MIG welder or a TIG welder, it is crucial that you know how to adjust the flow rate of shielding gas. When assembling and setting up your welder, once you connect your shielding gas regulator, the gas flow rate must be […]
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Eastwood’s ‘Shop Talk’, Episode 33.5: Courtney Hansen of Powerblock TV
Podcast: Play in new window | Download We’re all big fans of the talented Courtney Hansen – who wouldn’t be? On television, Courtney shows off million-dollar rides, rare classics, tricked-out vehicles, and interviews celebrity collectors and enthusiasts like Jay Leno & UFC President Dana White as well as automotive legends like […]
West Coast Report 41st Edition by John Gilbert
West Coast Report 41st Edition by John Gilbert Shake Rattle & Run — Gearhead Kid Builds Auto Restoration Empire Torn from the pages of Street Rodder magazine, welcome to the West Coast Eastwood blog and consequently the 41st edition of the West Coast Report. For those that have been patiently […]
Eastwood’s ‘Shop Talk’, Episode 33: Tim Strange – TV Personality & Owner of Strange Motion
It takes more than just bolt-on parts to make a statement in the hot rod world. Tim’s vision, creativity, and experience are the passion behind all of Strange Motion’s high-end hot rods and customs.
How to Quickly Restore the Shine on Your Brass Headlights
I recently purchased a pile of antique lights and after going through the pile I found a few I liked for my own projects I decided to play with restoring a couple to resell and pass on to other collectors. I had a couple key things I wanted to accomplish with this project. I wanted to bring the “bling” back to the lights, without taking away from their “age”. Most of these antique lights had brass headlight buckets and trim rings with either cast iron, steel or brass bases.
Eastwood’s ‘Shop Talk’, Episode 32.5: Tim Strange of Strange Motion
Sit tight & listen to Kevin as he previews things to come on next week’s episode of Shop Talk, where he talks with Tim Strange, owner of Strange Motion
Eastwood’s ‘Shop Talk’, Episode 32: Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle – Builders of The Kosmic Outcast
Kevin talks to Kevin Tully and Chad Hill, the owners over at Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle in Addison, Illinois. Using a practical application of aircraft technology and hotrod knowledge, these guys have been producing show-stopping cars since 2006, including their ‘Kosmic Outcast’.
5 Tips to Make your Bead Roller work Better
Bead rolling is one of those sheet metal fabrication tools that looks easy to use, but there are countless tricks to get good looking, consistent beads. On Project Pile House I have over a hundred feet handmade panels rolled in bead roller (Easily!) and I’ve picked up a handful of tips along the way that make life a LOT easier!
How to Use a Propane Torch
Propane torches are fantastic tools that are widely used in the automotive industry. These torches have stainless steel flame tubes made for rugged use and long-lasting ability, providing a soft, dispersed flame that is ideal for body solder and plastic forming jobs. Below, you will learn how to properly use a propane torch for your automotive needs.