Farm Boy Garage

Did you just buy your DREAM classic car , but now you're worried you won't be able to make the proper repairs on your own? It's a WAY better decision to hire a professional mechanic to handle this for you if you're worried even in the slightest. Trying to tackle a project like this on your own can end up costing you MORE money because you may make a few costly mistakes along the way. Our classic car restoration shop has your back! Keep reading this week's blog to learn what all Farm Boy Garage can do for your classic ride! We turn junkers into classics every day.  What Does Farm Boy Garage Do? OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE Sandblasting - Sandblasting is one of the most effective to remove rust from a classic car restoration project. Sandblasting is the process of stripping old paint and rust from the surface of body panels, parts, and frames with compressed air and an abrasive material. It's a quick, inexpensive, and effective way to remove contaminants/rust leaving yo...

 Are you a local car enthusiast near Des Moines, IA? Do you LOVE classic cars but live outside our state? Either way, this is the blog for you! Our classic car restoration shop is here to give you not 1, not 2, BUT 3 reasons the Chevy Nova is very much a COLLECTOR WORTHY classic car , in this week's blog. If you've got a junker you need turned into a classic car or truck, you know who to call. Farm Boy Garage is here for you! We can be reached at 515-528-8904. 3 Reasons The Chevy Nova is a Collector Worthy Car 1. THE CHEVY NOVA HAS A RICH HISTORY. The original Chevy II offered a pair of engines, including the 2.5-liter inline-four and the 3.2-liter straight-six engine. As a result of declining sales following the release of the 1964 Chevelle, V8 engines were eventually added to the line, including the fuel-injected version typically found in the Chevy Corvette. During the first 4 years after its debut, updates included a restyled exterior design, a revamped dashboard, and th...

The BIG DAY is coming up quickly! The Farm Boy Garage 2nd Annual IDS Truck and Car Show is right around the corner! Who's excited? Our classic car restoration shop can't wait! We've received a few frequently asked questions regarding our upcoming classic car and truck show, so we thought we'd cover those in this week's blog. If you do end up having a question about our upcoming car and truck show that we don't cover in this blog, please don't hesitate to give us a call. Farm Boy Garage can be reached at 515-528-8904. FAQs About The 2nd Annual IDS Truck and Car Show Hosted By Farm Boy Garage! Q: How much does it cost to attend? A: It is a $5 admission to everyone! Q: What time will this event be taking place? A: Saturday, July 3rd from 10am-Whenever. Q: Where is this event happening?  A: Farm Boy Garage; 10660 ECounty Line Rd. Des Moines, IA 50320 If you need directions, please do not hesitate to give us a call and ask. We can be reached at 515-528-8904. Q:...

Summer 2021 officially starts on June 20th! Who's excited about this? Our classic car restoration shop sure is. With each season change, it may prompt different habits you should get into when it comes to preparing your classic car. Farm Boy Garage is here to give you a few summer upkeep tips for your classic car or truck in this week's blog. If you have any questions or are needing some professional classic car restoration work done, please give us a call. We can be reached at 515-528-8904.  Summer Upkeep Tips for Your Classic Car Here are a few things you may want to do BEFORE taking your classic car out this summer.  Check out the interior. Take a look inside your car and check out the windshield. Your classic car has probably been sitting for a long time. Make sure the windshield didn't get damaged somehow over all that time. Check for cracks and leaks. Turn the air conditioner on while you're in there and check to make sure that still works properly. Check out th...