Blog Posts About Restorations
1976 was a year of change. There was a new president; the country celebrated its bicentennial; and the 1976 Chevy van had new powertrain options. After replacing the 307 with a 350 V8 in the half-ton vans in 1974, GM expanded the powertrain options to include the following for 1976: This unibody van was offered…
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Classic cars are awesome when they’re working right. But intermittent issues can turn a weekend drive into a nightmare. This 1967 Chevy Nova II looked pristine when it arrived at our workshop, but it wasn’t cranking over. One look at the wiring revealed why this was the case. Kyle Kolke gives us a rundown in…
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The Sounds Of Summer Nights at Karl Kustoms features some of the coolest cars around. Whether you like modern high-performance cars, classic cruisers, or something in between, you’ll find it at one of our shows. Each car has a story to tell, and this sweet 1966 Chevy Caprice Wagon is no different. The 1966 Chevrolet…
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Modern vehicles use electronic ignition systems, often with individual coils for each cylinder. However, if you prefer a big old classic V8 – and who doesn’t? – then it is more likely to have a mechanical distributor. These components wear out over time, and when they do, you may wonder whether you should just replace…
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Wiring harnesses are critical components in modern vehicles, serving as the nervous system that connects various electrical components and systems. While these harnesses are designed to be durable, they can still go bad or fail over time. Why Wiring Harnesses Go Bad There are several reasons why wiring harnesses in vehicles can deteriorate and fail –…
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Thanks to its handsome lines and those distinctive rear suicide doors, the fourth-generation Lincoln Continental has long been a desirable classic. This particular 1969 Continental belongs to a very good customer of Karl Kustoms, and needed a comprehensive refresh to restore it to its former glory: Having refurbished four of this customer’s cars already, the…
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Your oil pan is located underneath the engine. This exposes it to all sorts of potential damage. It’s crucial to keep the oil pan in good condition; otherwise, the engine oil could leak out. Which would be disastrous for your engine. In this blog we cover some common causes of oil pan damage. Common Causes…
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Even though our owner, Carl Moyer, is known as a Chevy guy, he used to race a 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt. Set up for drag racing with a 427 cubic inch V8 motor, just 100 of these cars were ever built. That’s why when he found another one, we decided to make a series of…
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Karl Kustoms loves hot rods and aftermarket performance parts that customize your ride. We don’t just sell parts; we also restore and upgrade cars in our dedicated workshop. Our more recent restorations included a body-off refurb of the classic Datsun 240Z sports car. We documented the build in a three-part video series, covering the work…
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The 1970 Chevy Chevelle is a legendary classic muscle car. It offers a great combination of timeless good looks and old-school performance. Best of all, it’s a blank canvas for whatever type of car you want to build. You can restore it to its original showroom condition, go full restomod, or build something in between. The…
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