are you guys like all mechanics, the most i have ever been knowledge able to do is change the thermostat and upper radiator hose. im curious what do guys do for a living, how old are you all.
im no mechanic but re you,and age?
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Backyard mechanic since early 1970s. Received A.S. Applied Science (Autobody) in my 30s and worked in the field for almost 10 yrs primarily repairing Asian autos.. Got smart and decided I'd rather get paid by using what litte intellect I possess and earned grad. degree in Social Work Administration. Been in Soc Wrk last 12 yrs.
Bolt on replacement kind of guy. Had a '68 4-door Nova. RIP. Anyway, I have worked many jobs and fields. Selling perfume in parking lots, truck driver in U.S. Army to my current field and love. Network/System Administration. Bought my first computer in 2001 was going to school for it 4 months later.
ASE Certified tech, 28 years old. I learned a lot about car repair between 2000 and 2002. I now run a transmission repair/rebuild facility and I'm learning how to rebuild automatic transmission in my spare time.
I've done 10 Legend head gaskets, countless Legend timing belts and water pumps, quite a few oddball engine swaps (including my 3.5), auto to manual swaps, and I'm about to get real serious with this shop I'm building right now.
I've done 10 Legend head gaskets, countless Legend timing belts and water pumps, quite a few oddball engine swaps (including my 3.5), auto to manual swaps, and I'm about to get real serious with this shop I'm building right now.
Telecommunications analyst, 52 years old, grew up working on big block Chevys. Raced 3 years in SCCA GT-2 with a friend & his 300ZX and learned a lot about Asian auto technology. I'll attempt most anything as long as I have the shop space, tools & time. Particularly the tools.
Don't listen to Diaz. He has a hard time rebuilding lawnmower engines.:bootyshak :mhihi:
Don't listen to Diaz. He has a hard time rebuilding lawnmower engines.:bootyshak :mhihi:
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22 years old. currently i have 2 semesters left b4 completing my Automotive technology program, which i'll get a Associate in Applied Science degree. Right now i'm trying to get a job in the flied. Later I want to get into Automotive Engineering.
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I am 37
Assistant Account Executive at a marketing firm
In school for Computer Operations/Network Manager
Pseudo Semi Backyard Small Job Mechanic
Assistant Account Executive at a marketing firm
In school for Computer Operations/Network Manager
Pseudo Semi Backyard Small Job Mechanic
Im a security guard too... Shittiest job on the planet, I didn't realize how lazy of a job security is.
Im 18, sort of mechanically inclined.. Ive installed HID headlights, intakes, did work on my car's door panel... Just small stuff like that, I'm not ready for the big stuff like swaps yet.. Just dont trust me on doing antenna masts lol, a first grader can do a better job than me... Out of anger I cut off the white cord and just jammed the mast in the hole to make it look like there is a retractable antenna in there.
37 yrs. old. I'm a Manufacturing Planner. (easy job).
Been tinkering with cars since I was a teen. Never got into full blown mechanics.....was more into visual mods and installing sound systems and tinting windows but I can change an alternator or radiator (easy stuff) if I have to.
Been in car clubs since the first day I got my car (16 yrs old).
Graduated from Devry Institute of Technology with my Electronics Degree. Did some technical work up until about 8 years when I took a position to be an Electronics Buyer for the company I was working for. That led into my current job.
In retrospect, as much as I love cars, I should have gone to an Automotive School like ITT or something.
Been tinkering with cars since I was a teen. Never got into full blown mechanics.....was more into visual mods and installing sound systems and tinting windows but I can change an alternator or radiator (easy stuff) if I have to.
Been in car clubs since the first day I got my car (16 yrs old).
Graduated from Devry Institute of Technology with my Electronics Degree. Did some technical work up until about 8 years when I took a position to be an Electronics Buyer for the company I was working for. That led into my current job.
In retrospect, as much as I love cars, I should have gone to an Automotive School like ITT or something.
Im 21, My new job is a IT District Manager at 3 hospitals in shanghai china, Starts Next February, will have to move Im a full time student at college, working on a computer science degree. I have my CompTIA A+ and Microsoft certified certificate's, Got those at my Current work which is CompUSA
Got my legend at 16. (my first car) Learned alot from this forum, and starting tweaking around. Took a course in automotive maintenance and repair at College of Marin. Learned alot from that too. Other than that i just pickup info from this forum then apply it by doing such.
Im a full time student at college, working on a computer science degree. I have my CompTIA A+ and Microsoft certified certificate's, Got those at my Current work which is CompUSAGot my legend at 16. (my first car) Learned alot from this forum, and starting tweaking around. Took a course in automotive maintenance and repair at College of Marin. Learned alot from that too. Other than that i just pickup info from this forum then apply it by doing such.
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I wanted to be an engineer, but parents wanted me to go to med school. Did an undergrad in Biochemistry & Genetic Engineering with the intent to go for med school but lost interest halfway so got a second degree in Economics. Now doing an MBA in Finance and Accounting while working in investment banking. I'm more of a casual driveway mechanic, most I've ever done is change brake pads. I'm 27 BTW.
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I am not a mechanic but a do it yourselfer. I worked on many tupes of cars and projects with my Dad and have learned a lot from the ole' man. Been into cars my whole life and lean as I go and learn from others. Jack of all trades master of none basically. lol
I am 22, not a real mechanic, a 3rd grade teacher intern almost done with my degree and a part time supervisor at a quick lube.( pays for tution untill I complete my degree and get a job as an educator)
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I am 22, not a real mechanic, a 3rd grade teacher intern almost done with my degree and a part time supervisor at a quick lube.( pays for tution untill I complete my degree and get a job as an educator)
Chris (Mr. Wood)
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i'm sort of a bolt on, plug & play person, i wont tackle a job that i really don't think i can handle. i was lucky enough to inherit a "95 Toyota Camry as my first car, that required nothing more than regular maintenance so i really never had to get a mechanical with it. But with the Legend I'm learning more and more because of the DIY's in the forum
I'm 26, been on living on my own since i was 19 and I'm a Substance Abuse Counselor for MICA clients, been doing that for about 4 years now. I went to school for Business Administration and went completely left. I'll be going for my CPRP certification sometime next year. I've pretty much worked the gambit of the Social Service field from mental health, developmental disabilities, early childhood intervention, vocational training, education/employment, benefits/entitlements. Eventually I would like to get into either network administration, real estate, or maybe start my own small business.
I'm 26, been on living on my own since i was 19 and I'm a Substance Abuse Counselor for MICA clients, been doing that for about 4 years now. I went to school for Business Administration and went completely left. I'll be going for my CPRP certification sometime next year. I've pretty much worked the gambit of the Social Service field from mental health, developmental disabilities, early childhood intervention, vocational training, education/employment, benefits/entitlements. Eventually I would like to get into either network administration, real estate, or maybe start my own small business.
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47yo stroke survivor, on disability. Used to be a factory worker, and been messing with cars for 31 years......................atriot:
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