It’s that time of year — the air smells of pine, the tree is lit, and the hunt for those perfect last-minute gifts is in full swing. If you have a car-lover on your list, you can’t go wrong with one of these ready-to-go Eastwood best-sellers. Each of these tools […]
As part of my restoration project, I recently powder coated a pair of original towing eyelets I took off my truck. They had a bit of corrosion and were a bit gnarled up from having been used, but I thought they’d clean up regardless. After blasting them and applying powder […]
Welding aluminum presents a very different set of challenges compared to welding steel. It oxidizes almost immediately and its high thermal conductivity causes it to dissipate heat rapidly. These conditions require more heat input and faster travel speeds than with steel. Most people assume you have to have a TIG […]
Nothing tests a novice painter’s patience like a part that just won’t stay still. You hang a bracket on a wire, step into the booth, hit it with the first pass from your HVLP gun… and suddenly it’s dancing like a wind chime in a hurricane. The result? Uneven coverage, […]
Nothing defines the warmth and craftsmanship of a classic interior like genuine wood veneer trim glowing across the dash. But over time, sunlight, heat, and age slowly strip that beauty away. Cracked clear coat, fading color, and cloudy finish make even the finest interiors look tired. Refinishing original veneer trim […]
If you’re like me, you have a hard time reading the little numbers on your socket set when you’re working. Between reading the shallow marks through chrome reflections and my own aging vision, I often end up grabbing a socket that’s one size off of what I need. Even with […]
When your restoration budget is tight, replating lightly rusted chrome trim can be a deal breaker. And replacing original parts with new aftermarket pieces is often just as expensive and usually lower in quality. Small rust spots threaten these parts and can spread if ignored. But if you’re lucky enough […]
When it comes to stopping rust in its tracks, few products are as trusted as Eastwood Rust Encapsulator Plus. Originally engineered for automotive restoration, this high-performance coating has become a go-to for DIYers, contractors, and facility managers who need durable, rust-proof finishes that look as good as they protect. Available in Red […]
Every time you hand off a full set of tires to a shop for dismounting, mounting, and balancing you’re paying a bill. The typical cost to do a full set typically runs in the $200–$250 range. That’s not rare-event territory – it’s often seasonal and recurring, and it over time […]
As part of my restoration project, I recently powder coated a pair of original towing eyelets I took off my truck. They had a bit of corrosion and were a bit gnarled up from having been used, but I thought they’d clean up regardless. After blasting them and applying powder […]
