If you’ve ever experienced the near-silent operation of a scroll-type air compressor, you know what a game-changer they can be. Whether you’re using one at home or in a business environment, they make a very attractive alternative to noisy piston-style compressors. Not only are they quiet, but they’re also capable […]
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Preparing Your Classic For its First Drive After Winter Storage
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, […]
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 […]
Is Your Classic Prepared for Winter Storage?
For those of us who drive fair-weather vehicles and live in northern climates, winter is a dark season indeed. Putting our classic vehicles away for several months may be a ritual, but one that requires careful preparation regardless. To ensure it stays in top condition while it’s hibernating requires more […]
What to Use – Rust Converter or Rust Encapsulator?
Not every rust repair allows for stripping back to bare metal and refinishing like new. Think about frame maintenance, trailers, and shop equipment. For these situations, the question that often comes up is whether it’s better to use a chemical rust converter product or simply bury the rust in an […]
Scroll vs. Piston Style Air Compressor
Scroll Compressor vs. Piston Air Compressor. Which is better? Air compressors are a tool that any industry needs in order to work both effectively and efficiently. In this article we will be discussing the two most popular types of air compressors; the scroll style vs. piston style air compressor. What […]
How to Quickly Clean stubborn Dirty Whitewall Tires
Nothing can make a car look better than a nice set of wheels and tires. Wide whitewall tires are the kings of cool when it comes to old cars and they really make your ride standout. But nothing can be a bigger bummer than when they get stained from a dirt, grease, or road grime. I’ve heard numerous methods for cleaning whitewalls but I’ve learned a few tips that will easily make your whitewalls shine again.