One of the marks of a quality restoration or custom build is the presence of perfect panel gaps. And as anyone who has ever rebuilt a vehicle knows, this can be tricky business. It starts with a “square” and proper body to hang your doors, hood, and trunk lids from. […]
If you’ve ever opened a drawer full of body hammers and found yourself confused, you’re not alone. Each one has its own unique shape and features, tailored for a specific purpose. But knowing which one does what can overwhelm a novice. We’re here to tell you it doesn’t have to […]
A profile gauge, also known as a contour gauge, is an invaluable tool in automotive bodywork and custom fabrication. Its ability to precisely capture the contours of a surface makes it a must-have for tasks like shaping panels, creating templates, and ensuring perfect fitment. Whether you’re a seasoned fabricator or […]
Whether you’re restoring a classic vehicle or making an upgrade, sound deadening material can vastly improve the overall driving experience. The right material reduces road noise, vibration, and heat transfer, ensuring a quieter, more enjoyable ride. With numerous options available, such as Eastwood’s X-MAT® line and other premium solutions like […]
In this video, our man Adam walks you through the proper techniques for applying polyester body filler when refinishing bodywork. He also explains differences between the different types of body filler, including the use of short-strand fiberglass-reinforced filler. Whether you’ve never done filler before or it’s been a while since […]
Those of us that do our bodywork projects at home know how dusty the job can be. That’s where a dustless sanding block setup, like Eastwood’s Contour DSB system, really comes in handy. Its perforated block and paper design attaches to a vacuum cleaner to minimize sanding dust when working. […]
A reader recently asked a great question about rust repair in response to our recent article on body fillers. In fact, it’s a common one that often pops up when discussing body fillers. This reader asked whether he can use body filler after he’s treated rusty pickup truck cab corners […]
Selecting the right body filler for your automotive project can be more difficult than it seems. There are countless filler options, each tailored to unique types of damage repair and finish requirements. Figuring out which filler will best meet your needs can feel like a guessing game. Choosing the wrong […]
Most of us probably use spray paint for small projects around the house. We might even be tempted to try repairing body damage on our vehicle with the old rattle can. But we’ve all seen the results of a botched spray bomb touch-up going down the road. And it usually […]
