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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6:07Using a Chisel to Strip Metal from a Car Body
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11:37Installing a Firewall Pad on a Classic Car
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3:28Safe Jacking Tips and Tricks for Your Classic Car
Mark Oja gives you a brief background on why safety is so important when jacking up your classic car. It is essential that you take the necessary precautions and use a proper jack, jack stands, and other general equipment.
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6:41Classic Car Quarter Panel Removal
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