Who turns away a free workbench? Not me. When we recently added some new steel work tables to the Eastwood Garage, something had to go. And that something was an old wooden 8-foot workbench that had been in use for more than 10 years. If you’ve watched any of our […]
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This Inexpensive Plasma Cutter is Probably All You Need for Most Jobs
At some point you’ve probably wished for the speed, efficiency, and the precision of a plasma cutter when doing bodywork. The problem is, plasma cutters are expensive, right? The answer is they can be, but they don’t necessarily have to. What you’re often paying for is the ability to cut […]
New Product Overview – HotCoat 100kV Powder Coating System
Eastwood, the DIY automotive authority, has released its all-new HotCoat 100kV Powder Coating System. Drawing on more than 25 years in the DIY powder coating market, the 100kV delivers superior multi-coat coverage and durability. A clean-sheet design, it’s capable of applying up to 100,000 volts of electrostatic charge. Its robust […]
Choosing the Right Air Pressure Regulator for Your Shop
For many DIYers’ home shops, an air pressure regulator is often overlooked. But seasoned professionals know they play a crucial role in ensuring your tools and equipment function properly. These small but mighty components control the pressure supplied by your air compressor, impacting your equipment’s performance, safety, and longevity. Whether […]
Step by Step: Fabricating an Irreplaceable Underhood Bracket
When I was disassembling the engine bay on one of my projects last year, I inadvertently destroyed its charcoal canister bracket. This piece is essentially a large sheet metal band clamp that locks tightened by a bolt and a welded-on nut. Over the course of 30 years, the nut and […]
Mark’s Trans Am – Episode 14: Firewall Refinishing
In his latest update on the 1978 Trans Am project, our man Mark is repairing the factory firewall after installing a Vintage Air A/C kit. He’s welded in some patches to cover factory openings and shows how he finishes the work using Eastwood’s aerosol 2K Aero Spray epoxy primer and […]
These Unique Wrenches Allow Easy One-Person Brake Bleeding
One of the age-old challenges for DIY car enthusiasts is performing proper brake bleeding without a helping hand. Whether you’re building a chassis from the ground up or you replaced some old calipers, the air must come out. Finding a competent friend that can do the old “Pump. Pump. HOLD!” […]
Make a Statement with Satin Clear Coat on Your Next Project
Somewhere between a flat, primer-like finish and a deep, high-gloss shine lies an increasingly popular option: satin clear coat. This unique finish provides many of the protective benefits of a gloss clear, notably UV protection in 2K (catalyzed) formulations. It delivers a more natural appearance on period-correct projects where a […]
5 Simple Steps to Masking Rubber Window Seals for Paint
Getting clean, straight tape lines when masking rubber window seals for a DIY paint job requires some attention to detail. Poor masking can lead to hard tape lines, overspray on the trim, and dirt in the paint. Professionals know the key to great window taping is careful preparation. Here are […]