With just a month to go before Eastwood’s 2025 Summer Classic Car Show, final details are being set. Alongside the car show (open to enthusiast vehicles of any year or make), the Eastwood Garage and video studio will be open to showcase some of the latest products and developments. Talk […]
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New Product Overview – Rust Encapsulator in Additional Colors
For years, Eastwood Rust Encapsulator has been the gold standard for treating rust in place on all kinds of projects. Its ability to simply paint over rust without removing it first has been a popular treatment on frames, trailers, and other garage and household equipment. Over the years, the original […]
What is the Difference Between Rust Dissolver and Fast Etch?
A question that often comes up when trying to remove rust is which product works best and why. While Eastwood offers solutions to either encapsulate or covert rust in place, two products are designed to remove it entirely. Both are acid-based products but differ in their purposes. Rust Dissolver, as […]
Novice Knowledge – TIG Welder Consumables
Getting started with TIG welding is full of new things to learn, even for an otherwise experienced welder. Between all the functions and settings, there’s a lot to learn. And then there’s these things called the “TIG welder consumables,” those things your welder will use up in order to operate […]
New Product Overview – Yost Rapid-Action 7-inch Wood Vise
Don’t let the name fool you – Yost’s 7WW-RA woodworking vise is a versatile shop tool for all kinds of projects. A defining feature of this vise is its rapid-action opening and closing function that makes loading large pieces easier. Just turn the handle to loosen the screw and the […]
How to Prevent and Fix Fisheyes or Solvent Pop In Paint Jobs
You’ve followed all the steps, prepped all the surfaces, and applied the paint with care. Yet, as the layers start to dry, you notice strange imperfections emerging. Fisheyes or solvent pop —those unexpected and unwanted craters or dimples – have apparently ruined your best efforts. If you’ve encountered this mysterious […]
Choosing the Best Ultrasonic Cleaner for Your Project
Restoring and maintaining your vehicle sometimes requires deep cleaning of intricate parts, and an ultrasonic cleaner makes that task easier. By using high-frequency sound waves, these cleaners can penetrate hard-to-reach areas and remove contaminants more efficiently than traditional methods. Their ability to clean components in minutes with little effort on […]
Do Metallic Powder Coat Materials Require Clear Coat?
Powder coating differs from traditional paint in many ways, among them the use of clear coat. In general, clear coats are not applied to most gloss powder finishes. However, it can be done when you want to add extra protection, enhance the finish, or achieve a specific appearance. One question […]
Novice Knowledge – MIG Welder Consumables
Starting out with MIG welding can be overwhelming. Between all the functions and settings, there’s a lot to learn. And then there’s these things called the “MIG welder consumables,” those things your welder will use up in order to operate effectively. Understanding the role of each of these is critical […]