Auto Restoration 101

Here are some more build tips for your restoration or hot rod project. Build tips are courtesy of Hot Rods

When mocking up components such as this A/C box cover the inlets and outlets with tape to keep dust and grinding grit from entering the chamber. It is very difficult to remove all debris once it gets in to such parts.

Simple things like left over exhaust tubing with various bends/radius will provide the proper exit in the best direction on Heater Boxes and A/C ducts when trying to run through tight areas up under the dash.

As seen on this body worked fender, masking paper was taped behind it. This not only provides cleanliness during priming but allows you to see how perfect your wheel opening is when standing back 5 10 feet. It eliminates your eyes from trying to focus on too many areas at once for the ultimate inspection.

It is best to fit all the metal trim in its copper state before final nickel and chrome is done. This is the last time you will be able to correct any fit problems. Most platers over grind and tend to tweak the parts a bit during preparation and being they do not have the car in front of them to check the fit you can correct any areas you are not happy with at this time.