I Want To Learn!

[toomuchtorque]

All my life I've spent much of my free time reading about cars and devouring information. The problem is that now that I have my Corvette, I don't know much about how to work on it. I also happen to be looking for a part time job. I'm willing to take classes here in Los Angeles to learn how to do all the amazing things that some of you on this forum do. I'm dedicated and hard-working. Where do I start?

 

[Ken]

I wish I could help you Soheyl, but hang in there, maybe someone here knows of a position that could benefit both of you. Good luck!

 

[JonM]

You could always try a school such as http://www.wyomingtech.com/ Look into programs your state may have to assist you pay for it. Or you could always go into the military and get into the motorpool

 

[Widow]

>> Or you could always go into the military and get into the motorpool <<

One of the best suggestions yet !! You'll not only 'learn', but you'll get paid to get that experience.. No, I'm not a recruter, but I've never known anyone who said their Military experience was a waste of time..

 

[Edmond]

I know a lot of junior colleges offer courses of automotive basics. That, combined with an entry level position could get you up and moving.

 

[paintdaddy]

Damn,I wish you lived on this side of the island,Im always looking for help.Try going to a votech school,thats where I started.Most of them will also find you a job .

 

[tyrel]

I suggest you buy the service manual for your car, they pop up on Ebay all the time or you can buy from Ecklers or Mid America.

http://www.ecklers.com/
http://www.madvet.com/

I also suggest the Haynes manual, which is available at your local chain auto parts store like Kragen or Pep Boys. I use both the service manual and the Haynes manual.

I've always found that the best way is to learn by doing. Start with small things first, like replacing shocks, which is pretty easy (front ones are a no-brainer, the rears are a bit more complicated but still easy). At the very least you'll need a set of SAE and metric sockets, 1/4" drive rachet, 3/8" drive rachet, and 1/2" drive rachet, extensions, a full set of Torx bits, a torque wrench, full set of SAE and metric box end wrenches, a good floor jack, and jackstands, and other more specialized tools later on like pullers. I cut my teeth on the Haynes manual, it has lots of pictures and pretty much walks you through it.

I do a lot of my own repairs, and doing your own brakes is pretty easy, you can literally save hundreds of dollars by doing it yourself, and you have the satisfaction of knowing it's done right.

Also, there are many knowledgeable and helpful people in this forum, so it's an invaluable source of information.

 

[RedRagTop]

Specific to finding stuff out about your car, search these forums right here at CAC! Most problems you encounter are covered here somewhere, but post a prob and reap the responses!
Always willing to help...