One of the most critical and costly parts of building or updating a hot rod or vintage vehicle of any sort is the paint job. Shoddy prep work will show instantly, poor paint application may blister or peel quickly, and lack of follow through on
Occasionally a vintage car project may require a custom gas tank. There are many ways to accomplish this, and even some companies that will build one to your specifications. But there are some craftsmen who would prefer to tackle a task like this on their
Where would we be without automotive fluids, oils and lubricants? Mechanical brake systems aren’t going to cut it for high-performance applications, and can you even imagine trying to dodge the cones of an autocross course without power steering? It boggles the mind to think that the
So, you’re finally getting ready to treat yourself and your hot rod to the benefits of an electronic fuel injection system! In this day and age of advanced technology combined with lousy blends of fuel that easily corrode and wreak havoc on older fuel systems,
You’re driving down the road and come to a stoplight. As you depress the brake pedal, you notice it’s a bit spongy and it sinks a bit farther than it did in the past. It might be time to bleed your brakes. Braking systems can get
Hot rodding has always been built on Moore’s Law — “More is better, too much is just right.” And with that in mind, what could be more “More” than multiple carburetors? They’ve been a staple of racing and high-performance cars for at least a century. Multiple
The ignition system, much like the fuel, brake or suspension systems, is comprised of several different components that all must work in concert to complete their goal effectively. In the case of the ignition system, that goal is to create a high-voltage spark at the
From Virtual Car Show coverage, to Road Rules features, to Get in Your Garage content, the Goodguys media team has been using a lot of photography this year that’s generated by you, our members and readers. It has been both a fun and educational experience
So, you’re a car enthusiast who wants to take that next step and tackle a project car or truck. That’s great! It’s a fun hobby and there’s nothing quite like the reward of cruising down the road in a vehicle you built yourself, or one
Flames are one of the most enduring forms of paint embellishments on hot rods. They were popularized in the 1950s and ’60s, have seen a wide range of style treatments through the decades, and still capture a lot of attention today. Nothing quite says “hot
