Classic Car Chassis Work
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3:47Weak rear control arms are a common problem for GM A-Body cars (Chevelle, GTO, Cutlass, Gran Sport). This problem is especially noticeable on high horsepower cars. For years the backyard garage solution was to add boxing plates welded to the open channel in the control arm, but times change and aftermarket control arms offer both…
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19:25It’s no secret that the inside of many vintage gas tanks can hide rust and scale that has built up over years of service. To ensure the reliability of your car, you should consider replacing it. Mark Simpson takes us through the process of installing new fuel level sending units, filler necks and hanging the…
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14:06Roadways across America were much different in the seventies and earlier than they are today. To compensate for rough roads and uneven pavement manufacturers gave their cars plenty of ground clearance, however today this elevated stance seems to rival that of most four wheel drive trucks. A popular conversion to give cars a more modern…
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16:58Brent Ackley and George Vondriska are back working on the 1956 Chevrolet 150. Today they are working on a steering column upgrade. Watch and learn how to replace a steering column as they get the old column out and the steps they go through to re-install a new one. Every car is different so following…
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11:00Brent Ackley and George Vondriska teach you how to replace rear shocks, in this case on the El Camino. They walk you step by step through the removal and installation process, demonstrating the essential maintenance tips and techniques you’ll utilize when doing this yourself. Learn the difference between air shocks and air bags and determine…
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7:46Brent Ackley and George Vondriska teach you how to locate the car engine and transmission mounts on a 1956 Chevrolet 150. They walk you through the step-by-step process, demonstrating essential classic car maintenance techniques, including lowering the motor into place, torquing the mounts, and welding the joints.
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9:46Craig Hopkins works with you on repairing a few damaged parts of his Chassis and teaches you a simple way to do that. Go through each step of Chassis repairs with Craig in this Classic Car video. Find out what tools you need for this exercise as well. See how repairing this Chassis is preparing…
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14:45It is time to do the body drop and perform the final steps for finishing the 1967 Chevy Chevelle. Craig and Aaron Hopkins take their time to make sure it all goes smoothly as Craig walks you through the process. He shares that a twin post hoist is probably the best investment you’ll ever make in…
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1:02In this video, it’s time to get the body on the Chassis. In one afternoon, the team puts the headliner and vinyl top on the car and also sets the glass in it. Both the headliner and top are original materials which really make the car look sharp!
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