Ever wonder what spare parts you should carry in your classic car? Many parts for your car are simply unavailable at a local auto parts store or they’ll need to be ordered special, which hardly gets your ride off the side of the road. Mark Simpson takes a look at what parts you should consider carrying as well as what products and items can be used to make emergency repairs.
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5:18How to Tig Weld: Welding Aluminum
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4:05Welding Tips: Floorpan Lap and Butt Welds
Craig Hopkins uses his helmet cam to give you an up-close look of the timing, spacing and location of a proper weld. He starts by using a 3 inch grinder to flatten welds out, and then shows you how to create lap and butt welds that are four beads long. Use this helpful welding tips…
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2:25Wheel Torque Extension Kit for Your Classic Car
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Craig Hopkins teaches you how to properly use and take care of a welder. Personally, he likes to work with the gas gauge on 30, but for better puddle control you’ll work on 20. No matter what type of welder you have, make sure to maintain a nice gentle loop in all of the cords…
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