Car Guy Confessions With Jeff Smith – Bangshift’s Chad Reynolds and LS Swap Book Author Jefferson Bryant Steal The Show!

This one was really fun. Our friends Marcel and Jason, the guys behind Auto Revolution and their Car Guy Confessions, Influence and Impact, and several other podcasts, invited me and our friend...

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How Much Horsepower Does An Engine Driven Cooling Fan Really Take From Your Engine?

We tested alternators, engine driven fans, and other accessories on the dyno years ago and I can tell you that most of the accessories on the front of your engine take very little power to turn under...

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HIGH FLYING FORMULA OFFROAD RACING FROM ICELAND’s HELLA 2026! COURSE 2 RACING ACTION

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be...

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Why Is Torx So Bad And So Good At The Same Time? Testing Torx Bits And Explaining How They REALLY Work.

Anyone that works on cars and trucks is familiar with Torx fasteners and bits, as are anyone who’s done any DIY, deck, fence, or construction projects in recent years. There are some big...

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FJ40 Land Cruiser Custom Fabrication: Custom Fender Flares Built For Punishment! Truly Custom Fabrication.

Shannon is back at the fab work on the FJ40, with the rear bumper done, it’s time for fender flares. But these aren’t just any flares, as they will tie into the bumper out back for...

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Marketplace Find: This Survivor 1985 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Is Big Block Powered Gold! Big Block, TH400, 3.73, And 68K miles!

Wow what a score this one will be for someone. With less than 70,000 miles on the odometer, and interior and paint that look near mint, this big block 2500 Suburban will make a great family cruiser...

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How Did The (Flat Black) Rustoleum TURBO and 2K Clear Paint Test Hold Up After 2 Months???

We recently shared video from AC Designs Garage where he shot the bed of a C10 Chevy pickup with Rustoleum Flat Black out of a Turbo can and then put a 2K clear over the top of it to see how the...

Cheap POWER Engine Shootout! SBC vs LS1 WHO WINS?! It’s NOT WHAT YOU THINK! Or Is It?

With the ever growing popularity of the LS/LT engine platform, it’s no wonder this modern GM small-block seems to be everywhere. And if you are building an engine, or a new project, and you...

Bello’s Is Working On A 1950 Chevy Pickup Truck: Part 2 – A C-Notch And Transmission Crossmember So Pickup Can Sit Low And Ride Nice

It’s time for an update on this cool 1950 Chevy pickup project they have recently started over at Bello’s Kustoms. Mike and the crew have been working on this one and started out with...

The 2024 Hot Rod Hoarder SWAP MEET Was The Best One Yet, And We’ve Got The Video!

We’re huge fans of Tommy Lee Byrd, the Hot Rod Hoarder, around here as he started contributing to BANGshift WAY back in the day and it was much appreciated. Since then he has continued to grow...

FORGOTTEN Truck In A Snowy Cow Pasture With SEIZED Motor – Will It RUN AND DRIVE 1,500 Miles Home?

Sometimes I think that weather conditions might slow Derek down a bit, but then I see a video like there where he’s working in the snow to get this square body pickup up and running for a 1,500...

Sheet Metal Tech: How to Build a Bomber Seat with Jamey Jordan At The Handmade Seat Co.

Bomber seats are super cool in the right project, but they can also be super pricey. Sure you can get some cheaper options with similar looks, but if you want something nice you better be prepared to...

I Can’t Believe It Took Him This Long! Newbern Got Himself A Ramp Truck, But It’s Going To Need A Little Bit Of Work

With as many ramp trucks as Newbern has been involved in while working with Finnegan, it is kind of amazing that he hasn’t owned several himself by now. But nope, he’s been a hold out for...

What Does $1,000 Buy You On AliExpress When Tool Shopping? Is This Big Boy Worth The Money?

We’re back with another Torque Test Channel video, but this time he’s gone a bit outside the norm. We’ve seen testing of tools from all the name brands, plus many generics from...

Fabrication How-To #6: How to Bend Square Tubing Without a Bender! (DIY)

Sometimes the best tips someone can give you about a technical subject is what tools to buy and not to buy. Or which tools to spend real money on, and which ones don’t need to be fancy. Or even...

Unreal Adventure Part 3: The Middle Of Nowhere New Mexico Means Lakes, And Big Rocks Outside Truth or Consequences

The Unreal Adventure is the new name for the old trip that used to be called Ultimate Adventure. For decades, Ultimate Adventure has been a killer event that some incredibly lucky off-roaders got to...

How To Mount And Balance Your Own Tires At Home! Part 2: Manual Tire Changer And Balancer How-To Right Here!

Here’s Part 2 of the changing tires at home series and you are going to want to watch the videos below. If you missed Part 1, we have a link below so you can see more about this manual machine,...

Is A Solar Generator Right For You? Should You Have Bought A Solar Generator Years Ago?

Have you seen these Solar Generators lately and wondered if they were worth having? They are a battery pack, available in multiple sizes, with an inverter built into them so that you can run both 12v...

Camaro, Chevelle, And El Camino Enthusiasts Rejoice! Classic Muscle Parts Has Holiday Deals And Free Shipping Specials!

I love the holiday season, because no matter what week it is there are specials and sales going on that entice me to stock up for the build season. Our friends at Classic Muscle Parts are growing...

Truck Feature: Project Lockjaw – Big Tire Garage’s M715 Custom Rock Crawler

At the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the number of Bro Dozer style trucks in attendance was insane. This show truck trend has been around for the past few years, and because I’m a you do you...