From the shop floor

Notes, tips, and stories from thirty years of working on cars.

Practical advice, behind-the-scenes looks at projects, and the occasional rant. Written by the people doing the work.

Workshop NotesApr 14

There's a lot of marketing around paint correction. Here's what it really involves, and when it's worth it.

MaintenanceMar 28

A high-pitched squeal isn't always serious. A grinding noise almost always is. A quick guide to brake symptoms.

Behind the scenesMar 12

From the first walkaround to the final polish — our process for restoring a car the right way.

TipsFeb 22

Salt is brutal on cars. A few simple steps in November will save you a lot of pain in March.

Workshop NotesFeb 03

Two cars rolling off the same factory line aren't quite the same color. Here's why, and how we handle it.

Featured BuildJan 18

A walkthrough of the rust repair, panel work, and paint that brought a 1992 Skyline back to life.