The tough part is over. Last month's installment in our Paint & Body series covered the application of topcoats-color, clear, special effects-over prepped and primered sheetmetal. Getting the right results from the spray gun is probably the job that intimidate
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Read how Hot Rod Magazine takes a closer look at GM engines, brought to you by the experts at Hot Rod Magazine.
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Chevrolet Big-Block Engine Buildup
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Here are some quick and easy steps to stroke any engine, only in Hot Rod Magazine
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Two-tone paint jobs first appeared on the scene during the fabulous ’50s, and while some are best forgotten, there’s no denying that a well executed two-tone paint job can be a real standout. Regular HRM readers will remember our Match Bash ’63
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There are two good reasons for going through the trouble of installing a gas tank sump. First, by moving the pickup from the center to the rear of the tank floor, straight-line acceleration forces will cause gasoline to rush toward the pickup instead of away f
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If you are like a lot of hot rodders, you probably spend a large percentage of your time and money wringing out that last bit of precious horsepower, that last tenth of a second in e.t., or the elusive top speed number at the track. They rarely give a whole lo
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While we admit that down-and-dirty rat rods have grown in popularity of late, we’re still reluctant to tack chicken wire on the window openings. We want them to look as good or better than when the car rolled off the factory line. Whether you plan to seri
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Brent Jackson's ´69 Camaro was well on its way to hero status as a modern-day hot rod. It had received full-on engine modifications, a Viper six-speed tranny swap, outrageous paint and Pro Touring-style suspension modifications. The interior had be
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Adding nitrous oxide to an internal combustion engine is the fastest and most cost-effective method of increasing its power output. Oxygen-rich nitrous oxide allows the engine to burn a lot more fuel--and more fuel translates to more horsepower. While nitrous
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Read how to assemble a Small Block Chevy engine, brought to you by the experts at Hot Rod Magazine.
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After a longer delay than we expected, the ’96 Z28 project is back on track. We introduced the Camaro in the July issue as a parallel to the original HOT ROD Camaro project car initiated in 1966. “The Red Car” was the first Camaro ever seen by
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We’ve often talked about suspension alignment, specifically negative camber, and its benefits on handling. What is negative camber and why is it good? The science of suspension geometry is complicated, and many books have been written on the subject. Suff
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One of the most impressive modifications you can make to your street machine is to narrow the rearend and mount some 31x18.50 rubber in the rear. Big meats get you respect whether you’re at the racetrack or hitting the cruise scene. But you’re left a
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There is nothing more aggravating in a hot rod’s interior than a torn-up door panel. You see it every time you enter the car—a not-so-subtle reminder that the cockpit could use a little tune-up. But living with such surroundings isn’t necessary,
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In certain parts of the country you just assume rusty floorpans are lurking under the carpet of ’70s and older vehicles. If you’re lucky, only one or two sections of the floor have rotted out from underfoot instead of the whole pan. Luckily, replacem
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Torn, discolored or missing door panels can ruin the look of an otherwise good interior. Since reproduction door panels are available at affordable prices for nearly any car worth restoring or hot rodding, there is no reason not to swap the old and tattered fo
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