When it comes time to begin your restoration, assume someone else will be putting the car together and your job is to provide them with instruction on exactly how to do it. That way you’ll keep careful records of every part you removed and photos of it before you ever touched it. It’s easier than you think and for many of us the solution is already in your pocket.
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5:54Welding Basics: Adjusting Welders
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0:56Replacing Bolts on Classic Muscle Cars
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11:37Installing a Firewall Pad on a Classic Car
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8:56Removing the Car Panel on a Classic Car
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