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Can You Paint My Car for $10,000? The Answer May Surprise You.
I frequently receive inquiries about the cost of painting a classic car that is 30 to 50 years old. My response is usually something like this: "Your investment will start at approximately 250 to 500 labor hours, plus materials and paint products. I really can't give you an accurate estimate until the vehicle is stripped to bare metal. If you'd like, we can schedule an appointment to discuss your project further." The reply I often hear is: "That's more than I expected. I was
Buddy Faulk
The Accel Super Coil 140001: Legendary Performance or Outdated Technology?
The Accel Super Coil 140001 traces its roots back to the 1950s, when performance enthusiasts needed a more powerful ignition coil than the factory units found on most vehicles. Designed to overcome the limitations of standard ignition systems, the Super Coil quickly became popular among racers, hot rodders, and muscle car enthusiasts. Unlike a conventional ignition coil, the Accel Super Coil is engineered to deliver higher spark energy, faster rise time, and longer spark dura
Buddy Faulk
Pharaohs Car Club of Perry, GA, Car Show. Saturday, March 28th
Faulk’s Classic Car Repair and the Speed Shop, Jason Floyd, participated in the Perry, Georgia, Auto Fair on Saturday, March 28th. We were honored to feature the “Billy the Kid” 1972 Dodge Demon Pro Stock dragster, courtesy of Detroit Garage, and C.L. Pritchett's late-model dirt-tract car at the Pharaohs Car Club of Perry, GA. This Dodge Demon is the authentic “Billy the Kid” car, originally owned by William E. Stepp (also known as "Billy the Kid") and driven by Melvin Yow. I
Buddy Faulk
Is Your Classic Vehicle Grounded?
The electrical ground for your vehicle's negative ground electrical system is the most important connection. Inadequate or improper grounds can cause a variety of electrical problems. Parking, taillight, and brake lights illuminate when a power accessory is turned on. Low voltage or components not functioning. Corrosion, poor terminations, improper wire size, or loose connections can compromise these ground connections. The grounding system of your vehicle connects the neg
Buddy Faulk
Nov 17, 20253 min read
Can You Paint My Car for $10,000? The Answer May Surprise You.
I frequently receive inquiries about the cost of painting a classic car that is 30 to 50 years old. My response is usually something like this: "Your investment will start at approximately 250 to 500 labor hours, plus materials and paint products. I really can't give you an accurate estimate until the vehicle is stripped to bare metal. If you'd like, we can schedule an appointment to discuss your project further." The reply I often hear is: "That's more than I expected. I was
Buddy Faulk
The Accel Super Coil 140001: Legendary Performance or Outdated Technology?
The Accel Super Coil 140001 traces its roots back to the 1950s, when performance enthusiasts needed a more powerful ignition coil than the factory units found on most vehicles. Designed to overcome the limitations of standard ignition systems, the Super Coil quickly became popular among racers, hot rodders, and muscle car enthusiasts. Unlike a conventional ignition coil, the Accel Super Coil is engineered to deliver higher spark energy, faster rise time, and longer spark dura
Buddy Faulk
Pharaohs Car Club of Perry, GA, Car Show. Saturday, March 28th
Faulk’s Classic Car Repair and the Speed Shop, Jason Floyd, participated in the Perry, Georgia, Auto Fair on Saturday, March 28th. We were honored to feature the “Billy the Kid” 1972 Dodge Demon Pro Stock dragster, courtesy of Detroit Garage, and C.L. Pritchett's late-model dirt-tract car at the Pharaohs Car Club of Perry, GA. This Dodge Demon is the authentic “Billy the Kid” car, originally owned by William E. Stepp (also known as "Billy the Kid") and driven by Melvin Yow. I
Buddy Faulk
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