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Originally Posted by JulianEdgar
It's a nice idea but I basically never see it occurring on web discussion groups relating to car modification. What I do see is that many people like to see themselves as part of that process, I think because it makes them feel good about themselves. ("I am not just contributing mindless garbage but I am actually helping Fred!")...........
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Originally Posted by JulianEdgar
........... So yes, I am indeed happy to be guided by experts suggesting ideas...........
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Between these two posts is a gap of sorts, and I say that because we can call these two things separate or one in the same.
Basically, when it comes to car repair and modification, if someone has done it before then they are an "expert", if they have not,
then they do not know of that which they speak.
Problem is some of those repairs have been done wrong, and some people know enough though other experiences that they don't have to try a bad idea to know it's bad.
I will say that I have personally seen car projects and repairs developed and proceed for the better and tragedy adverted via Internet bulletin boards/discussion forums.
However, I have also seen really bad advice given and criticism dished out, and when that critical person is asked "then what is the solution?" they have nothing and go on to the next person to annoy.
It's a mixed bag of nuts, never know what you are going to get.
List of things I would not be able to do on my own (without a forum):
1. Backside valve adjustment.
2. Re-index my ignition distributor.
3. Set my timing.
4. Find air leaks.
5. Fuel pump
6. Alternator
7. Accumulator (
trickiness in bracing/turning)
8. Fuel filter (
trickiness in bracing/turning)
The list is really long, this is only a partial list.
List of modifications I would not be able to do on my own (without a forum):
1. Remove points and install magnetic igniter system.
2. Remove 200-300lbs from car (
where the low fruit is).
3. I have a list of mods to do, early design input gathered via forum (Pelican Parts - 911 Porsche - vintage).