Installing a new headliner in a classic car can seem a little intimidating to most car guys who are more comfortable with a wrench in their hand and grease beneath their nails. The process is actually relatively easy, and with a little time and patience most car enthusiasts can achieve professional quality results at a fraction of the price. Mark Simpson shows us the tools we’ll need to get the job done and the importance of reconditioning the hardware. While Hot Rod Builder, Gary Simpson takes us step-by-step through the process of installing a new suspended headliner in our project car. Every car is different but many of these same procedures will guarantee your success on Fords, Chevys and MoPars alike.
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Classic Car Distributor Cap Inspection
George Vondriska visually inspects each part of the distributor cap – the cap itself, the router, and the points. He shows what corrosion on the inside of a used cap looks like compared to a new, working one, discusses the different types of routers and teaches you how to set the point cap with a…
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Restoring Cast Aluminum Parts
Restoring cast aluminum parts to like new condition can be a challenging process. Simple glass bead or media blasting can leave the parts looking flat and grey. Bob Wilson of RJ Restorations shares his secrets for restoring cast aluminum parts to have that “factory new” appearance. Bob takes us step by step through the process…
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Using a Chisel to Strip Metal from a Car Body
Craig Hopkins teaches you how to utilize a chisel when working on the door jamb of a stripped car. He demonstrates a few essential tips and techniques for properly using a chisel to peel a quarter-panel away from the door jamb in order to get the metal down to single plane. By doing this, you…
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Welding Basics: Adjusting Welders
Craig Hopkins will present more welding basics in this video. Craig with also teach you how to recognize if the wire on a welder is to fast or to slow, how to balance the heat range and wire speed, and where to position your hand when welding. Learn what is happening while you weld and…
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