Car Enthusiasts

If you are looking to paint your car, or simply want to remove the identifying decals from the manufacturer or dealer, you must go through de-badging. De-badging has been popular among the custom...

The 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is a dependable, lumbering all-wheel drive giant. One of the easiest ways to keep that older Tahoe looking ageless is to apply touch-up paint to the inevitable nicks and...

License plates identify your car and keeps a record of your driving history, to ensure the roads are safe for all motorists. Overtime, license plates may become worn and rusty due to daily weather...

Painting a car is an involved process, which is why even an inexpensive paint job can cost several thousand dollars. Once you have a place to paint a car, there are many steps that need to be...

Single stage paint and dual stage paint are the two primary ways cars are painted. Dual stage paint jobs became popular in the 1980s, whereas single stage paint jobs have been used for years for...

While painting a car with a spray gun, compressor and spray booth is the most common and effective method painting a car, it is also very time-consuming and expensive. It also requires a good deal...

Tricking out your rig with a custom flame painted on your hood is a bold statement. This used to be a complicated task as most people used standard masking tape to tape off the area to paint. This...

Painting an automobile the proper way is a time-consuming, involved process. There are many supplies needed as well as a particular methods to be followed to get the proper results.

Wide whitewall tires were all the rage on many cars in the '60s and '70s. Though they are hard to find new, those wide whitewalls can be re-created by painting newer tires. The process is pretty...

Painting a car with the conventional method of using a spray booth, a compressor and automotive paint is certainly the most effective and conventional method, but there are other ways. You can...

Painting an old car is a matter of restoration and rust ratification and prevention. Rust or oxidation under the old paint will cause the new paint to bubble in short order as rust attempts to...

OK boys and girls, I'm going to chat about cutting and buffing the paint job on your car, this subject is touchy with a lot of people, who think that this step in unnecessary, and this would of...

Many antique car enthusiasts want their cars to have an aged look, believing a rusty patina gives the vehicle character. But antique cars that have never received new paint jobs are hard to come...

While painting a car with the conventional method of using a spray gun and a spray booth results in a terrific paint job, it is also expensive, time consuming and takes considerable skill and...

Though it is not commonly done, it is possible to apply a clear coat over chrome. By nature, chrome provides a protective surface to whatever it is applied to, so it doesn't need a clear coat....

Since your car is one of your biggest investments, why not spruce it up a bit. With money on everyone's mind, I may have found a very inexpensive way of up grading your cars appearance, without ...

There are many advantages to having a home paint booth. Besides the ability to do quick touchups and have greater control over the painting process, the cost of constructing and operating a paint...

Rust is never a good thing, but when it comes to custom cars, it can be. Cars with an original patina -- the nickname given to vehicles that have never been repainted and have a coat of rust and...

Shadow chrome, more commonly referred to as Shadowline, is chrome trim that has been blacked out with paint, and can have a satin or a gloss finish. The term was coined by BMW, whose cars often...

There are over 50 different manufacturers who produce kits ranging from $6,000, to over $50,000. Buying the kit one thing, but you still have to put it together and make it run. So, the total cost...

Rust is the enemy of the car. Salted roads, rainy weather and even proximity to the ocean can cause cars to rust, all of which is damaging to the vehicle and can be dangerous. But stopping rust...

The three basic appearance elements of a custom car design are stance, paint/graphics and wheel/tire combination. Each of these must be carefully considered when designing so that an overall theme...

Each auto manufacturer assigns a specific code to paint colors. This number may change from year to year, as minor differences in paint colors may occur. You'll need the paint color code if you...

Your personalized front license plate is a great way to add flare and personality to your vehicle so other drivers can recognize your interests, in states that only require the official one on the...

You've seen them on tuners, high end exotics and even on some American cars. I'm talking about shiny, colorful, eye catching brake calipers. Painted brake calipers can add a lot to your cars...

In this ehow I will show you how to cut and buff you paint job.

If custom car paint graphics and pinstriping is a passion of yours, obtaining a job in the field can be a dream come true. Many people seek jobs in this profession and some find that gaining...

Now I have been seeing for quite a while that painting a car interior is a pretty common request. The motivation for the color change can range from restoration to retain a car's value to building...

Car interior colors are normally available in various shades of gray or tan. Older models may be blue or maroon. These colors typically match most exterior colors, but aren't always on the...

The hood scoop was developed as a way to increase air flow around the carburetors of engines in early model muscle cars and street rods. With an opening that pointed forward or back, a hood scoop...

If you are a serious hunter, your truck may be painted with a camouflage pattern. Besides hunters, fishermen and even military enthusiasts will appreciate a camouflage paint job, especially if it...

Many kinds of paint are used in the world today. The paint type used depends on the surface, environment and application of the finished product. Some examples of paints are oil based, latex,...

Creating custom paint designs for a car is an inexpensive way for a car enthusiast to express creativity. One of the best parts about creating custom paint designs is that they can all be done on...

Spraying your tail lights black can enhance the visual appearance of your vehicle by allowing your lights to blend in more with your paint job. One major factor to keep in mind when painting your...

Painting custom graphics on your motorcycle is a definite way to spice up your ride and add a touch of your own personality. One of the best ways to add your own custom graphics is to paint each...

Painting a motorcycle yourself is an inexpensive way to give your bike a whole new look. While you cannot achieve the exact same effect as if you had your bike professionally painted, you can, if...

A camouflage paint job on a motorcycle really sets a bike apart from the crowd. This type of paint job can be in honor of time served in the military, a gift to friend in the army or just a great...

Paint jobs for hot rod restorations may have dust particles that need to be sanded out. Make sure to thoroughly check a paint job using the tips for restoring a hot rod in this free video on...

When polishing the paint of a restored hot rod, use a speed rotary buffer. Buff the paint job on a hot rod restoration with tips in this free video on custom cars from a professional mechanic.

When prepping a hot rod for a paint job, use body filler and primer. Paint a hot rod with tips in this free video on custom cars from a professional mechanic.

When preparing a hot rod for a paint job, use an epoxy primer. Prep a car for a hot rod paint job with the tips in this free video on custom cars from a professional mechanic.

When painting a primer coat on a hot rod, add a hardener to the paint. Learn how to mix primer for a hot rod paint job with the tips in this free video on custom cars from a professional mechanic.

Motorcycles are cool to begin with. A motorcycle with flames painted on the gas tank is even cooler. One of the best ways to freshen up your ride and save money at the same time is with a custom...

Nothing says Harley quite like killer flames painted on your motorcycle. Getting a flame paint job, however, is expensive. Save money by creating your own custom paint job with some basic enamel...

If you want to paint your own race car, design your race car paint scheme before you begin spraying paint on your bodywork. You can create your design on paper or use a computer graphics program....

More often than not, restoring an old car or any old metal object, calls for refurbishing metal parts that are still functional, but less than attractive due to heavy rust pitting. There are many...

Having your car professionally painted can cost you hundreds of dollars. You can do it yourself for one-fourth of the price. Learning to do your own painting job can also lead to a great hobby for...

If your bike is looking skanky and you need to get that old thrill back or if you just want to spruce it up for a sale, here is how easy it is to put a super pro looking, fresh paint job on the...

Model cars come in varying makes and styles. Most model kits allow you to paint the car as well as decide what type of external and internal designs you want to include. Putting together a model...

Building model pickups is a great hobby for any die-hard truck fanatic. The thrill of customizing your own model and making your dream truck is all part of the fun of building models. You will not...