How to start hotrodding with little knowledge or money
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==Where to start== | ==Where to start== | ||
Start with small projects on the vehicle. Don't just take the whole car apart and wonder what you are going to do after you've done so. If you have a camera, take pictures beforehand so you remember how it went together. Seek the knowledge of a mentor and have him/her assist with some parts of the project and answer your questions as you proceed with a particular job. Prepare a job list, have the tools and the parts BEFORE starting, be aware of the procedure of the job and act it out accordingly. Know your limitations, but don't be afraid to ask for help. | Start with small projects on the vehicle. Don't just take the whole car apart and wonder what you are going to do after you've done so. If you have a camera, take pictures beforehand so you remember how it went together. Seek the knowledge of a mentor and have him/her assist with some parts of the project and answer your questions as you proceed with a particular job. Prepare a job list, have the tools and the parts BEFORE starting, be aware of the procedure of the job and act it out accordingly. Know your limitations, but don't be afraid to ask for help. | ||
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| + | A key in any project big or small is to gather up as much patience as possible. No matter how big or small the project you are always likely to come up on the bolt that wont turn or you cant get to just right. Or maybe a starter that wont fit back just like it came out and aftermarket parts,depending on the manufacturer sometimes arent quite the same. Take a lot of measurements and go slow as to help avoid missing the little stuff. Also be comfortable where you work. Nobody wants to be changing spark plugs and get caught in a sudden down pour or have to lay in a puddle to get the plug back in. You never bust your knuckle on that corner until its thirty degrees outside, a good pair of gloves are indispensable. And most of all enjoy, the moment it just becomes work is when you need to step back and remember your goal and desire. | ||
==Organization== | ==Organization== | ||
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