Farm Boy Garage

The Farm Boy Garage staff has a vast amount of experience with restoring and repairing all makes and models of muscle cars and classic trucks. Plus, we are experts in providing exceptional customer service like you won't find anywhere else! When you trust Farm Boy Garage with your vehicle restoration project, you become part of the family, and we take care of our family! No project is too big or small – if you're in need of a full restoration for your classic ride, Farm Boy Garage will get the job done right! Check out the  vehicle restoration services  we offer: Farm Boy Garage Services Tear Down When a client brings their vehicle in for a full restoration that requires tear down, we disassemble and catalog every piece on the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is put back in its original condition and that all panels, trim, molding placements, etc fit properly. The body is pulled off the frame and the frame is restored. We'll do all necessary rust repai...

At Farm Boy Garage , Bryan's employee selection is unlike any other. Not only does his employees need to be experts in what they do, but they also need to have great personalities, excellent customer service skills, and be an overall good person. It's not just the people that Bryan requires these characteristics from, though. These characteristics are especially important for our shop dog, Cuda! This week, we're introducing to you our beloved Cuda, and sharing with you a little history of the pit bull breed. Meet Our Shop Dog, Cuda! Cuda is a 3-year-old silver pit bull. Bryan rescued Cuda from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in 2017. Cuda’s duties around the shop include sleeping on her comfy leather chair in the office and she is Farm Boy Garage’s Foreman. She acts as Bryan’s eyes when he is not around to ensure everyone is working, safe and happy. When Cuda is not at the shop you might find her in the pond behind the shop playing with the frogs. Cuda loves to be ...

If you've got a classic truck or muscle car that you've been considered restoring, you may be considering doing it yourself. But not all projects should be handled in the 'DIY' manner. Especially when it comes to your pride and joy!  Auto body restoration for classic cars  is a very specialized job, and because of this, it's best to leave the task to a professional. Check out some of the benefits of professional restoration. We'll Provide Accurate Pricing Before Starting on the Restoration At Farm Boy Garage, we do provide a quote before we even start the car. That quote will not change unless the customer asks for additional upgrades that were not included at the time that we sit down to go over what the customer wants and both parties have agreed on a price. Our guarantee is that we won't blindside a client with a price difference in the end cost compared to what we quoted, and any additional work the client asks for after build has started could be ...

If you're tired of the same old event venues and community centers and are looking for a unique place to host your next get-together or event, look no further! While we do stay busy restoring classic trucks and muscle cars at our vehicle restoration garage, we've got one of the coolest hangout spots that is perfect for hosting events like you've never seen before! Check it out. We are expanding every day! Best Accommodations Around! We have 5 acres of land and 8000 square feet of space to rent out for your next social event/party. Whether you are hosting an employee appreciation event, wedding, birthday, bachelor/bachelorette, or any other type of gathering Farm Boy Garage will help in the coordination and planning of the entire event. We can even discuss the use of one of our gorgeous muscle cars or shuttle bus! We provide accommodations including a bedroom, bathrooms, laundry facilities, a3000 sq. ft. outdoor patio, and a 2100 sq. ft. bar and lounge area. Our fa...

If you've been considering buying a project car, a quick and hasty purchase without proper research is not advisable. Choosing the right muscle car, vintage automobile or classic pickup truck is an important part of your decision making, but there are other factors to think about, too. Here are 4 tips for picking the right project car . Make Sure the Car You Choose will Retain Value Finding old cars for sale that need restoration won't be a problem. Finding old cars that hold their value or will significantly increase value after restoration is a whole different story. Some vehicles will never hold value worth your money put in no matter how carefully they're restored. Take time to do extensive research to determine which models are more valuable and don't impulsively settle on a particular model just because you're fond of it. A car with appreciation potential might cost more to buy, but it's important to remember that the cost of the car is only a smal...

For car enthusiasts who have a serious need for speed, you probably know just how it feels to race that quarter mile dash from a standing start. It's an adrenaline rush like no other, especially if you're hitting speeds that top or exceed 100 mph! You know you've got a love for speed, but do you know how or where drag racing started? Farm Boy Garage wants to share with you a little bit of history on this thrilling sport! Check it out: The Emergence of Drag Racing Drag racing was born in the 1930s in the dry lake beds of the California deserts. As engines got better and drivers got braver, speeds began topping 100 mph. But it wasn’t until after World War II that drag racing became something more serious. Although popularity grew steadily, drag racing still remained largely an underground pastime. Races frequently took place on disused military runways with the first organized event at the Goleta Air Base in California dating back to 1949. Drag Racing Becomes More ...

When we restore a vehicle for a client, we're restoring more than just the vehicle. We're restoring the glory and all the fond memories that come along with that car. And you better believe that every car has its own story to be told. One of our recent restoration jobs isn't any different. We've been working on the restoration of a beautiful 1967 Chevelle that has a lot of history and an owner who is proud to share! Check out Doyle's story: A Treasure Found Doyle Zorn bought his '67 Chevelle shortly after returning home from Vietnam. He'd heard an ad on the radio from a local car dealer that “all cars must go,” so naturally, he went to see what they had. When Doyle saw this beautiful Chevelle, he offered the salesman $1995.00 cash. The salesman laughed and said 'ok, but it had to be cash only.' However, when Doyle pulled out $2000.00 and asked for his change, the salesman said he was only joking, that the car was worth more and walked away. L...

When you pick Farm Boy Garage to  restore your muscle car , you become a part of our family. Because we will be working so closely together, it's only right you get to know the crew that will be taking care of all your  muscle car restoration  needs. This month you'll get the pleasure of finding out a little about Farm Boy Garage's fabricator/ paint specialist, Joe Thomason! Joe Thomason Fabricator/Paint Specialist Joe Thomason AKA Smokin Joe is a Des Moines, IA native. Smokin Joe has run the gauntlet when it comes to his work history. He spent seventeen years working in Information Technology and the remainder as an electrician, painter, fabricator, and working on engines. Smokin Joe’s affection for muscle cars began at a young age, but it was in 2000 when he purchased a 1993 Mustang Convertible and restored her to a luxurious, fast and loud running machine that he realized just how much passion/satisfaction he has for the restored muscle car. Smokin...

If you've got a classic truck or muscle car sitting in your garage that's collecting dust, you may have considered getting it restored back to its original glory. But when you go online to do some research it can be difficult to find reliable helpful information to learn more about the process. Auto body restoration for classic cars is a very specialized job, and there isn’t a whole lot of information out there to help you make wise decisions about your own. So, to answer some of the most common questions people ask about vehicle restorations , we’ve put together a list of FAQs to get you started in the right direction: Can you tell what condition my vehicle is in just by looking at it? Unfortunately, no. There is really no way of knowing what issues may lurk until you begin to dismantle it. Factors like climate, storage conditions and how the vehicle was treated mostly determine the condition of the vehicle. There are just too many internal parts to know the true condit...

When you pick Farm Boy Garage to restore your muscle car, you become a part of our family. Because we will be working so closely together, it's only right you get to know the crew that will be taking care of all your muscle car restoration needs. This month you'll get the pleasure of finding out a little about Farm Boy Garage's body/fabricator/ paint specialist, John Black. John Black Body/Fabricator/Paint Specialist John originates from small town Nauvoo, IL. A graduate of Southeastern Community College located in Burlington, Iowa, John earned his degree in Auto Body and Repair. John’s love for muscle cars and restoration developed at the young age of 12 when he worked on vehicles with his uncle and neighbor who restored custom vans from the 1970’s. With more than 26 years of experience, it is no wonder his 1985 Monte Carlo SS won 23 awards. John’s appreciation and love for the classic muscle car led him to the door of Farm Boy Garage. Spending many months drivi...

When looking for high performance and reliability in an engine for a muscle car restoration project , it's a no brainer that most gearheads lean towards a V8 engine. This type of motor is preferred for its fairly compact layout, tremendous performance, and the noise it produces. Despite the industry’s tendency to go green, the passion towards the V8 is stronger than ever, especially for classic and muscle car enthusiasts.   Power and Performance Of all the V8s that were designed over the years, some of the most important designs come in the form of the GM LS Generation III and IV small-block V8 engines. General Motors introduced the LS series in the then-new 1997 Corvette (C5) as the all aluminum LS1 V8. General Motors called it the Gen III small-block V8 and a year later (the 1998 model year), the LS1 replaced the LT1 small-block in Camaros and Firebirds, which was followed by the iron-block version of the Gen III V8 appearing in the full size trucks and SUVs. The LS1 d...

Any muscle car enthusiast would agree that there’s nothing as satisfying as laying some tread and producing a glorious cloud of smoke that's guaranteed to turn heads. Burnouts allow racers to heat and clean their tires. Doing a burnout on street tires makes a lot of smoke, removes layers of expensive rubber, and accomplishes nothing of dynamic significance. But it does elicit a big grin from the driver and perhaps the police officer who will write the ticket for an "unsafe start." Burnouts Actually Serve a Purpose Sure they’re fun, but burnouts actually serve a useful function in drag racing. The purpose of a burnout is to remove foreign matter from your tires that might be collected while rolling around in the pits. Burnouts occur when the power going to the car's wheels makes them lose traction with the road, causing them to spin in place. The heat caused by the friction between the tires and road surface melts the rubber, causing smoke. Tire smoke is ...

The guys at Farm Boy Garage  have vast experience with restoring and repairing all makes and models of muscle cars and classic trucks. No project is too big or small – if you're in need of a full restoration for your classic ride, the skilled staff at Farm Boy Garage will get the job done right! But our love for all things automotive goes far beyond the garage. We're suckers for learning everything we can about classic cars and the history behind them. So, we've decided to challenge YOUR automotive knowledge! Take our trivia quiz to test your knowledge of cars: What was the first car to be mass-produced? A. Model-A B. Model-T C. Duryea Motor Wagon D. Packard Answer: B. The "Model-T" was the first car to be mass-produced. Henry Ford introduced the assembly line in December of 1908, and as a result he was not only able to mass-produce the Model-T, but was able to offer it to his customers at a much lower price than the competition. By 1913, Ford w...

Imagine your classic muscle car with a luxurious one-of-a-kind leather interior that matches the exterior in class and style. Maybe you’ve found the classic car of your dreams, but it really needs an interior overhaul to go with a complete exterior restoration. Whatever your dream, when it comes to custom interior restoration , Farm Boy Garage can deliver it - adding luxury, comfort and style to your vehicle at an affordable price. Save Time and Money All too often, when a classic car collector decides to do a complete overhaul on their vehicle, they've got to find a shop to do the exterior work and an upholsterer to do the interior design. Relying on two separate people do handle these jobs can not only be extremely costly, but you can also bet that there will be issues that arise causing your vehicle to sit longer in the shop than you want. For example, when you hire two separate people to do these tasks, issues such as properly installing carpeting over bulging wire harness...