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7 Costly Mustang Shock Tower Problems You Should Never Ignore

August 18, 2025 by Tim

Classic Mustangs hold a special place in automotive history, but they also came with their fair share of design flaws. Among the most dangerous? Cracked shock towers. Left unchecked, this issue can lead to serious suspension damage and even steering failure. If you’re working on a Mustang restoration project, understanding this flaw is crucial. Table of … [Read more...] about 7 Costly Mustang Shock Tower Problems You Should Never Ignore

Buy a Classic Car or Build One?

January 2, 2023 by Mike

The Pandemic currently has changed the future of Classic muscle cars. It may seem odd that these big, heavy, profligate, honking V8-powered, rear-wheel-drive, American coupes from the 1960s and ’70s are gaining popularity in a time defined by rising energy prices, increasing environmental awareness, and a profound shift toward electric vehicles. Purchasing a restored car now … [Read more...] about Buy a Classic Car or Build One?

Having trouble finding Classic Car parts? Here’s why..

September 20, 2021 by Tim

You are likely aware that getting all of what you need to finish you restoration project has been difficult over the last year. We know that it’s harder than ever to find your parts, and here’s why. Demand is at an all-time high. The pandemic has had a huge impact on the way we have lived over the past year. Travel restrictions and time away from the office has encouraged a … [Read more...] about Having trouble finding Classic Car parts? Here’s why..

How to find a hidden gem of a Classic Car

April 16, 2020 by Tim

When purchasing a classic or antique car or truck, locating and decoding the vehicle VIN number is a necessary step. While many people refer to a car’s identification number as VIN numbers, the VIN means Vehicle Identification Number. Verifying the VIN or the old serial number of an antique car or truck will also help you determine the vehicles value. Perhaps … [Read more...] about How to find a hidden gem of a Classic Car

What’s the difference between R12 and 134a Air Conditioning Systems

April 16, 2020 by Tim

R12 and 134a are refrigerants used in car air conditioning systems. R12 was used in most cars and trucks until 1995 when it was replaced with 134a. The main difference between the two is that R12 is the amount of time they remain in earth's atmosphere, with the newer 134a significantly less than the old R12. Why was the manufacturing of R12 banned? R12 … [Read more...] about What’s the difference between R12 and 134a Air Conditioning Systems

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