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 […]
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 […]
When it comes to painting your project, one critical consideration is selecting the correct urethane reducer for your paint. The right reducer ensures smooth application and a glossy finish but choosing the wrong one can result in problems. If you’re ready to tackle painting your own car, understanding the role […]
The latest video installment of Project Sunny, our classic Range Rover restoration, covers a lot of ground. In the months since we last shot a video, the truck has gone from its body cart to a rotisserie. At this point, the body is stripped down to just its shell. There […]
During a restoration or a custom build, you may need to replicate a part from scratch by making a pattern of the original. In the case of Project Sunny, the Range Rover we’re restoring, we came across some brackets that couldn’t be saved. One was a rear fender mounting bracket […]
A common problem when prepping steel for paint is when flash rust forms on freshly stripped or blasted surfaces. This can happen because of several factors, but usually comes down to exposure to water. Wet-sanding bare metal, for instance, can cause light surface rust to form almost immediately. Working with […]
One of the easiest ways to make a paint job more affordable is to do the prep work yourself. Many body shops are happy to work with DIYers this way. It saves them hours of tedious sanding, filling, and masking time and lets them focus on laying down the paint. […]
While aluminum is being used more extensively in new vehicle bodywork, it’s often used in combination with steel structural components. And wherever steel and aluminum meet, there’s a chance for galvanic corrosion to occur. Also known as bi-metallic corrosion, it occurs when two dissimilar metals come into electrical contact in […]
On this episode, we’re on the show floor at SEMA 2024 with DIY paint instructor Brian from Paint Society. He sits down with us at his first-ever visit to the big show to share his thoughts and reactions. We discuss the challenges, fears, and rewards of painting a car on […]
