Classic Nation

What are your winter hot rod projects?

by Evan December 24 2012

Over here in the Pacific Northwest, snow is covering the land. Most classic car builders and rodders have some type of indoor space where they can wrench away on something during the several months where driving or working ourside is not an option. Here are some current projects we…

Crazy 1967 Chevelle SS

by Nick August 30 2011

I just wanted to share one of the nicest 1967 Chevelle's that I have ever come across. It was built by Derek Hall at OCD Customs in Spokane, Washington. There are so many changes and modifications to this car, but it is still so well balanced and tasteful. Here are…

1967 Fastback Project

by Evan July 26 2011

I had the opportunity to work with Bill on his sweet 67' Mustang Fastback project, and it was a real treat. This is a short video of him starting up the engine for the first time ever.   …

Evan's 1967 Mustang new Wheel and Tire Package

by Nick May 8 2011

After rocking 15" aluminum mag wheels and cooper tires on his 1967 Mustang coupe for the last 10+ years, Evan has finally pulled the trigger on a new tire and wheel package. After thinking this long on it, what has he decided on, you ask? Tried and true muscle…

65' Rear Lowering Springs Install

by Nick May 7 2011

My next step with my impala was to lower the rear a little bit, to match the 2" drop I gained up front with the dropped spindles.  The rear spring install is very straight forward. I basically raised the car up very high and supported it with jackstands. Then I…

65' Impala Disc Brake Conversion

by Nick April 25 2011

So I had a productive weekend. I have successfully installed my front disc brakes. Here is what I did. First, I jacked the car up and pulled off the wheel. Easy enough. Once I was able to see what I was working with, I lubed all bolts really well with…

Operation Stance, Braking, and Cooling

by Nick April 22 2011

So it begins. As I arrived home from work today, seeing my boxed parts on the door step, I felt like an 8 year old kid on Christmas morning. Without pause, I tore open my new parts, and displayed them where new car parts are meant to be displayed... on…

Adding remote keyless entry to your classic or musclecar

by Nick February 24 2011

Adding remote keyless entry to a classic or muscle car can be one of the most rewarding upgrades to these old cars, due to the convenience factor. By doing this relatively simple install. you can bring your classic into modern ages with the convenience and security of a new car.…

New numbers matching 327 engine for the 65 impala SS

by Nick August 2 2010

I located the correct 327 Chevy block and original "461" camel hump heads. I am having all the work done at a local machine shop here in Spokane, and have carefully chosen some upgraded internals that should make for a nice street-able engine. I am having the block taken…