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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The Accel Super Coil 140001: Legendary Performance or Outdated Technology?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
Classic Cars and E15 Fuel: Safe Upgrade or Hidden Risk?
Is E15 Fuel Safe for Classic Cars?
Buddy Faulk
May 162 min read
Auxiliary Relay: Do I really need one for my classic car?
Most American classic cars from the fifties, sixties, or some seventies never came with electrical accessories like factory-installed cooling fans, fuel pumps, or aftermarket driving/fog lights. In most cases, these vehicle wiring systems do not support the additional power consumption of these upgrades. Most of these accessories will be controlled by the ignition feed and switched on and off by the ignition switch. However, these components can draw a considerable amount of
Buddy Faulk
Nov 30, 20254 min read
Automotive Electrical Information You May Need to Know
Before starting any electrical DIY project, whether you're adding a cooling fan or replacing the wiring harness on your classic car, there's some basic information you may need to familiarize yourself with. Automotive electrical systems are those in a vehicle that use electricity to power components such as the engine starter, lights, radio, and sensors. These systems rely on a circuit that starts with the battery and uses wires to deliver power to various parts, with the car
Buddy Faulk
Nov 28, 20255 min read
Engine Bay, A Sea of Distractions Part One
Most classic cars, especially daily drivers that have been partially restored, have nice paint and interior. However, in the engine bay, it often has some neglected areas or is filled with exaggerated adornments. It’s very easy to get caught up in what I call “Shiny Stuff”. All parts catalogs and websites sell many different chrome and brightly colored accessories. These parts are readily available, mostly affordable, and easy to install. They grab our attention, and over tim
Buddy Faulk
Nov 21, 20253 min read
Shocking Facts about Old Factory Wiring
Shocking Facts about Factory Wiring
Buddy Faulk
Aug 31, 20242 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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