For gearheads – especially those of the two-wheeled species – there may be no place more sacred than London’s Ace Cafe. This legendary coffee shop gave birth to cafe racer culture, the 100-mph “ton-up” club, and the clash between mods and rockers.  The Ace opened in 1938 as a refreshment stop for motorists on the then-new A9 motorway north of London. But it gained notoriety after WWII when England’s youth culture, centered around fast motorcycles, really took off. Long before today’s cars-and-coffee meetups, there was the Ace Cafe. An updated version of the iconic cafe still stands today ..read more

One of the great aspects of Eastwood’s home base in Pottstown, Pennsylvania is the area’s rich car culture. In to heyday, Pottstown was known as the Cruising Capital of the Northeast. If you’ve ever seen the classic film American Grafitti, that was essentially a snapshot of old Pottstown. Today, the town’s main drag, High Street, has been reconfigured to discourage drag racing and cruising. But the locals still show up anyway to park and hang out together the first Saturday of the month between May and October. Pottstown Nights, as it’s officially known, is no longer an underground scene but p ..read more

Of all the special tools required for a good mechanical restoration, few are as indispensable as an ultrasonic parts cleaner. This type of cleaner works by producing high-frequency sound waves that create cavitation bubbles in a cleaning solution. These bubbles implode near the surface of the objects being cleaned, effectively dislodging contaminants and dirt from the surface. Nothing does a better job at eliminating stubborn buildup on intricate or hard-to-reach components. Ultrasonic cleaners are best used for removing dirt, grease, oil, and other contaminants from small parts like nuts, bol ..read more

In this installment, Adam prepares the bed of the C-10 project for bed liner application. After he’s scuffed and cleaned the bed, he rolls on rust encapsulator to trap any minor rust that may still be lurking. A coat of epoxy primer ensures there’s no issues with the bed liner materials, which he sprays on using a traditional “Schutz” gun for undercoating and other heavy finishes. Watch the video to see Adam’s full explanation of each step and check out the final results. The post Bagged C-10 – Spraying on New Bed Liner appeared first on The Garage ..read more

Years ago, I used to take immaculate care of my car. Never took it through an automatic car wash, only used pure cotton towels, even waxed the door jambs a couple times a year. My car was always spotless. And then adulthood caught up to me and I was suddenly too busy for such luxuries. Home ownership, parenthood, and professional obligations conspired to steal those habits from me. And even though I rarely have an entire weekend to dedicate to nothing but detailing my car, I still care. I was explaining to friend that I recently gave in to using waterless car wash and was blown away. I washed ..read more

Diving into your first automotive painting project can be as exciting as it is daunting. Selecting the right HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) paint gun is a critical step toward achieving professional-looking results. Here’s a comprehensive guide to selecting the right gun for any first-timer looking to paint their own car. What is HVLP Technology? HVLP paint guns are designed to deliver high volumes of paint at low pressure, resulting in reduced overspray and improved paint transfer efficiency. Understanding the basics of HVLP technology will help you make informed decisions when choosing a pa ..read more

Sahara Tan. Cavalry Blue. Cacti Green. Nardo Grey. Chalk. You may not know these colors by name, but chances are you’ve seen them on the road recently. You may even be wondering what’s up with all these colors that look like, well, clay. Over the last few years, carmakers have been adding these muted mineral tones to their pallets. From a distance they look like old single-stage lacquers from the ‘50s. But they’re not quite flat, and in fact many are enhanced with the close-range shimmer of fine mica or pearl. In contrast to their unassuming appearance, however, these desaturated colors often ..read more

Eastwood’s is proud to announce that the cost to participate in its summer car show, the Eastwood Summer Classic, will remain just $5 per car. Registration will take place on site only on the day of the show, Saturday, July 20, 2024. As always, spectators and guests are free. The show is a rain-or-shine event and will officially open at 8:00 am and run until 2:00 pm. Judging for all classes will start at 10:00 am and end at noon. Awards will be announced starting at 1:00 pm. This year’s awards are for the following categories: Best Custom Rod (traditional hot rod, street rod, or custom build ..read more

Tackling a vehicle restoration in your home garage is as much about enjoying the journey as it is the final product. Nevertheless, without the right tools and equipment, that enjoyment can quickly turn to frustration and setbacks. Of all the things that can improve your odds, a properly installed compressed air system can be a game changer. Not only does it simplify the restoration process, but it can greatly improve the overall results of your work. At some point you have to accept that running air tools requires more than a portable compressor and 50 feet of hose. You’re going to want a more ..read more

Diving into your first automotive painting project can be as exciting as it is daunting. Selecting the right HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) paint gun is a critical step toward achieving professional-looking results. Here’s a comprehensive guide to selecting the right gun for any first-timer looking to paint their own car. What is HVLP Technology? HVLP paint guns are designed to deliver high volumes of paint at low pressure, resulting in reduced overspray and improved paint transfer efficiency. Understanding the basics of HVLP technology will help you make informed decisions when choosing a pa ..read more