There’s nothing worse than seeing rust start to bubble through your paint after you’ve repaired a panel. It’s a sure sign that moisture has gotten into work zone. And that begs the question – does body filler absorb moisture? To help answer that question, Eastwood’s senior product manager Mark tested two types of body filler […]
Rust Removal in Minutes – 3 Ways to Deal with Rust for Good
Battling rust is a never-ending task when it comes to old cars, trucks, or motorcycles. Do you cover it, blast it out, or replace the rusty part altogether? That obviously all depends on the part itself and the severity of rust. In this video, J.D. covers all three options, starting with the most severe. He’ll […]
Project Sunny – Episode 8: Reworking the Cargo Floor
Do the job right! That’s been Eastwood’s motto for a long time. Taking that motto to heart, I couldn’t walk away from the previous episode of Project Sunny feeling right. Sure, I got the two pieces of the floor stitched together into one piece, but I wasn’t happy with how it looked. So I swallowed […]
Get a Grip – Flex Agent and Adhesion Promoter
We recently shot a video in which one of our product mangers repainted the rear bumper of his car to test a new single-stage finish. One of the comments from that story asked why we hadn’t used a flex agent on that flexible plastic part. And the short answer was, “It wasn’t really necessary.” This […]
How to Apply Seam Sealer for a Factory Appearance
Attention to detail is key when it comes to a quality restoration, and one often-overlooked aspect is the application of seam sealer. This essential compound not only seals gaps and joints but also ensures a seamless transition between panels. Depending on the vehicle you’re restoring, its seam sealer may have originally been applied either by […]
How to Paint a Bumper Using Single Stage Paint
If you’ve ever wondered whether you can use single-stage paint to make a body repair, this video might help. Eastwood product manager Ryan shows how he repaints the rear bumper on his GTI using Eastwood’s single-stage OEM Select paint. Unlike base coat/clear coat paint systems, this single-stage paint incorporates the clear into the color. This […]
Six Tools To Cleanly and Accurately Cut Sheet Metal
Whether you’re making a patch panel or fabricating a new design from scratch, cutting sheet metal can be a challenge. The key to a good, clean cut is having the right tool for the project. Some tools are great for long, straight cuts while others are made specifically for making tight contours. Below are six […]
Tested – 3 Ways to Chemically Remove Rust
When it comes to removing rust, there are so many options available these days including both mechanical and chemical methods. While mechanical solutions are often best reserved for large-scale and structural pieces, sheet metal usually requires a different approach. To preserves as much metal as possible without altering the original shape or surface, chemical treatments […]
When to Use Epoxy Primer on Your Project
There can be a lot of confusion around primers when it comes to painting a vehicle. Do I start with self-etch, urethane, or polyester? What do terms like DTM or 2K mean? Can I spray primer on top of existing paint or do I have to get to bare metal? These are all great questions, […]
How to Avoid Blow-through When MIG Welding Sheet Metal
The quest for seamless body repairs eludes many DIYers when they face the menace of welder blow-through. The problem occurs when a weld penetrates completely through the material, either leaving a hole or enlarging the weld area. This is a common issue, especially when welding thin materials like patch panels or other forms of sheet […]