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Are you knowledgable enough to fix your own car in case it breaks down?

where did you learn the necessary skills to do that?
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redredred · M
I can fix a few things and do oil changes but the shift to microelectronics in cars have made them too complex for me. I rebuilt a 1967 VW engine once with good result but that was simple compared to today’s computer controlled engines.
Andromedanian · 26-30, M
@redredred yeah, that's what I've heard, modern day vehicle computer system are do complicated you might as well just take them to a shop.

I wanted to learn some car repair skills but I feel it may only be useful if I get an older car
Andromedanian · 26-30, M
@redredred rebuilding an engine is still pretty impressive though
redredred · M
@Andromedanian It was all nuts and bolts, straight forward mechanical stuff. No electronics except for the generator power to the ignition.
I'm knowledgable enough to call the Auto Club and they can either fix it or tow it to the dealer.
BloodRaven · 22-25, F
Hell no! I once changed a headlight on my car from a youtube video but that is about it.
BloodRaven · 22-25, F
@Andromedanian What is the most complicated thing you have fixed?
Andromedanian · 26-30, M
@BloodRaven I learned how to drive a motorcycle to a pretty respectable level, I also learned how to fix a burst pipe
Andromedanian · 26-30, M

 
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