For many of us, doing our own mechanical repair work is often driven by a money saving instinct. Sure, we also get as a sense of accomplishment from doing the job ourselves. But mostly we like the cost savings more than the sore body and dirty hands that come with […]
When you get serious about metal fabrication, you’re eventually going to want a tubing bender. This tool is invaluable in accurately forming metal tubing for roll bars, exhaust headers, motorcycle frames, and more. And once you’ve used one, you’ll wonder why you didn’t have one sooner. But choosing and configuring […]
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 […]
Eastwood has once again simplified powder coating for at-home DIY enthusiasts with its new PCS-250 3-piece powder coating kit. At the center of this kit is the popular Eastwood PCS-250 dual-voltage powder coating gun. A benchtop curing oven and powder booth round out the kit, letting users complete powder coating […]
[This article was originally published on 4/28/20. It has been update to reflect changes in Eastwood’s product lineup.] A common question we hear from hobbyists is, “I want to paint my car. What products do I need?” This seems like an easy enough question, but with so many primers, paints […]
There is no way to know exactly how much paint you need to paint every car, but there are basic guidelines. Of course the bigger the car, truck or van is the more paint you will need, and if you are spraying a basecoat/clearcoat you will need both components. One good way to make a more accurate estimate…
[This article was originally published on 12/21/20. It has been updated to reflect changes in Eastwood’s product offerings.] Automotive painting has really jumped leaps and bounds over the years. In the early days of automobiles, they were built more like horse drawn carriages and many parts were hand painted 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. […]
You may recall we’re helping a friend build a tribute to the iconic green Mitsubishi Eclipse from The Fast and the Furious. As with any movie car replica, attention to detail is key. Matching the body color on parts like door handles ensures your replica looks professional and cohesive. Here’s […]
