Inferiority Complex

[Old Henry]

I am an IT guy. I have taught myself to weld, shape metal and now engines. (though transmission still scare the 'ell out of me)--louis

Hey Louis. When I restored my car the transmission was something I never wanted to deal with. Scared that bad stuff out of me too. But, after I blew 1st and reverse and drove it as long as I could stand it without those two gears I knew there was no alternative and bought the book and tore into it. Seemed much simpler once I got into it and did it OK. And I'm an attorney, way below IT guys. You're way ahead of me if you can weld, shape metal, and engines. That's still beyond me.

 

[jim1932]

I guess I am not a youngin anymore at the age of 41 but these old engines fascinate me. I ask a lot of dumb questions but I am learning a lot too. Looking forward to my first flatty rebuild. Oh and as far as genes, my dad can barely change his own oil and I am an IT guy. I have taught myself to weld, shape metal and now engines. (though transmission still scare the 'ell out of me) If I can do it I am sure anyone can.

Thanks,

--louis

Oh shoot… I am at least 10 years behind. I am 51…..

 

[jim1932]

Went out to get my head today, stayed an hour and a half listening to my machinist and a friend of his talk. The stuff they bought and sold in their life would make you cry…. like I said, this thread is NOT about how unworthy I am.

It is just envy for what these guys did and lived.

 

[louisb]

I am just glad all these guys with the experience, knowledge and stories on here are willing to share.

Thanks,

--louis