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Short Film: Constructing a Car Engine In The 1930s

Ben Branch July 1, 2018
Constructing a Car Engine
  • British
  • Engineering
  • Films

This short film shows what went into building a car engine back in the 1930s, including casting, forging, machining, assembly, and testing. It’s a remarkable look back at how it was done before the…

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A Remote Controlled Kit-Built PBY Catalina Seaplane – 53.5″ Wingspan

Ben Branch June 30, 2018
Remote Controlled Kit-Built PBY Catalina Seaplane
  • Kits
  • Military
  • Planes

The PBY Catalina one of the most famous seaplanes in history, over 3,300 were built between 1936 and 1957, and many of them saw active duty during the Second World War. So versatile was…

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And Now For Something Completely Different: Drag-U-La – The Munster Drag Car

Ben Branch June 29, 2018
Drag-U-La Munster Drag Car V8 Engine
  • American
  • Cars
  • Design
  • Films

Drag-U-La is a fully-operational drag car designed by Tom Daniel and built by George Barris and his team in 1964. It was restored in more recent years to fulfill the wish of Al Lewis (Grandpa…

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BoomCase – Suitcase Stereo Designed By Paris Morece III

Ben Branch June 29, 2018
BoomCase Suitcase Stereo
  • American
  • Gadgets
  • Gear
  • Music

BoomCase have made a name for themselves building the most famous vintage suitcase boombox stereos in the world. Each one has a built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery offering upwards of 18 hours playing time, and…

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The Fuel Motorcycles Coyote BMW R nineT Urban G/S

Ben Branch June 28, 2018
BMW R Nine T Urban GS
  • BMW
  • Custom Motorcycles
  • Motorcycles

The BMW R nineT Urban G/S The BMW R nineT Urban G/S is a member in the R nineT model range designed to evoke the spirit and styling of the iconic 1980 BMW R80…

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1 Gallon Copper Moonshine Still Kit by Clawhammer Supply

Ben Branch June 28, 2018
Gallon Copper Moonshine Whiskey Gin Still Kit
  • American
  • Gadgets
  • Gear
  • Taste
  • Whiskey

The 1 Gallon Copper Moonshine Still Kit by Clawhammer Supply can also be used to make whisky, gin, vodka, bourbon, rye, and any number of other spirits. This is their inexpensive, entry level kit…

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A 430 HP Corvette-Engined Range Rover Classic

Ben Branch June 27, 2018
Range Rover
  • British
  • Cars
  • Classic 4x4
  • Luxury

Dropping a 6.2 liter Corvette LS3 V8 into a Range Rover Classic may seem like sacrilege to some, but it actually makes a lot of sense. The original Rover Rover was powered by a…

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The 1957 Le Mans Winning Ecurie Ecosse Jaguar D-Type – Automobilist Print

Ben Branch June 27, 2018
Le Mans Winning Ecurie Ecosse Jaguar D-Type
  • Art
  • British
  • Cars
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  • Le Mans

This print by Automobilist showcases one of the most iconic Le Mans winners of all time – an Ecurie Ecosse Jaguar D-Type. This particular car was the winner of the 1957 race, with Ron…

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Never Seen One Before: 1966 Sovam 1100VS

Ben Branch June 26, 2018
Sovam 1100 VS Car Front
  • Cars
  • French
  • Rare

Sovam – SOciété des Véhicules André Morin Sovam, short for SOciété des Véhicules André Morin, is a French company best known for making airport utility vehicles and delivery trucks – but in the 1960s they…

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Large Metal First Aid Kit – 100% Made In The USA

Ben Branch June 26, 2018
First Aid Kit
  • American
  • Camping
  • Gear

Although a good first aid kit isn’t considered particularly rock n’ roll, it is an essential item for any adventure – from an afternoon hike in some local hills to an overlanding expedition to…

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Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione Group 4 – Period Le Mans Racer

Ben Branch June 25, 2018
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Rear Low
  • Cars
  • Ferrari
  • Racing

This Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Competizione Group 4 was a period competitor between 1971 and 1972 at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 6 Hours of Daytona, the 12 Hours of Sebring, the…

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Original Le Mans Circuit de la Sarthe 5 Kilometre Marker – Circa 1930

Ben Branch June 25, 2018
Le Mans - Circuit de la Sarthe Mile Kilometre Marker
  • French
  • Le Mans
  • Racing

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world’s most famous endurance race, it’s held at the Circuit de la Sarthe just outside the town of Le Mans in north west France. The race…

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