Tommy Goldberg
Automotive Expert
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Co-authored Articles (17)
Can You Repair Car Roof Upholstery Yourself? Your Top Questions Answered
If you’re dealing with saggy, droopy car roof upholstery, or headliner, you’re definitely not alone. Don’t worry—this car repair isn’t very expensive, and better yet, it doesn’t require a lot of mechanical or...
How to
Paint the Hood of a Car
An old or rusted hood can be reconditioned to look as good as new by applying a fresh coat of paint. First, wash the car and treat any rust stains so the paint sticks properly. Either spray paint or liquid paint can be u...
The Best Ways to Clean Bird Poop Off Your Car
Tried-and-true methods to remove droppings without damaging your car’s paint job Sometimes it seems like birds think our vehicles are custom-built toilets. One unfortunate parking job is all it takes to replace that of...
How to
Wash Under the Hood of a Car
For many people, having a clean and tidy car is a very important thing. But while most people focus on cleaning the interior and exterior of the car, few spend time cleaning underneath the hood of the car. Cleaning under...
How to
Repair Loose Car Door Panel Upholstery
As your vehicle gets older, the adhesive holding the upholstery on your door panels can come loose and cause the fabric to start sagging. Before you get ready to repair anything, press gently against the upholstery with ...
A DIY Guide to Repainting Your Fairings at Home
Achieve that custom look with a splash of paint and some spare time Motorcycle fairings are those plastic shells placed over the frame of the bike to reduce air drag. However, they’re also a great place to add some sty...
How to
Paint a Car Interior
Nearly every plastic and vinyl surface in your car's interior can be revitalized through painting—you can even paint fabric seats! Preparing the materials properly is critical, though, and removing them for painting is...
How to
Custom Paint a Car Dashboard
Painting your car’s dashboard is a great DIY customization option if the interior looks faded, scuffed up, or just plain boring. Automotive spray-can primers, paints, and lacquers work well on both the rigid and flexib...
How to
Clean Bird Droppings
Learn how to clean bird poop from furniture, flooring, roofing, car paint, and moreBird poop looks gross, and it’s also acidic, meaning it can actually damage surfaces that it sits on for too long. Fortunately, cleanin...
How to Remove Car Paint
The ultimate guide to removing automotive paint at homeRemoving old paint from your car is a crucial step before you apply a fresh coat of paint. The new paint will stick better and last longer if there's no old paint be...
How to
Apply Plasti Dip
Plasti Dip is a rubber coating you can use to color and protect cars, work tools, and other metal items. If you’re coating a large item, like an automobile, use a Plasti Dip spray can to make your adjustments. For smal...
How to
Remove Chewing Gum from a Car Exterior
Gum on your car exterior? If you use regular cleaning sprays, you could wreck or stain your car exterior, whether the gum is on the paint or the plastic. If you haphazardly scrape at it, you might scratch the paint. It's...
How to
Clean a K&N Air Filter
A guide to keeping your K&N filter in good condition K&N auto air filters are prized for their durable construction and long lifespan. Unlike normal paper filters, they can be cleaned and reused for tens of thousands o...
The Best Way to Paint Plastic Parts on a Car
Over time, the plastic trim on the interior and exterior of your car can get scratched and dirty. If you want to freshen up your car’s trim, all you need to do is apply a few coats of paint. Before you apply the paint,...
How to
Use Turtle Wax
Turtle wax is a highly useful product that is most commonly utilized to keep cars polished and shiny. However, this use is just one of many ways that turtle wax can handle your cleaning needs. Turtle wax can be used not ...
How to
Remove Touch Up Paint That Has Dried on the Car Door
'''Removing unsightly paint from you car's exterior is a straightforward DIY project that immediately enhances your car's appearance.''' Paint on cars becomes chipped and nicked naturally after years of being driven, and...
How to Paint Rims and Wheels with Plasti Dip
Plasti Dip is a rubber-based coating that protects your vehicle’s rims from damage and can totally transform their color and appearance. Many people use Plasti Dip since it applies smoothly and is easy to remove. If yo...
