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Message: [QUOTE="tractortruck, post: 1261023, member: 22624"] Now that I have that sad story off my chest about me. I am 37, I don't know it all, I have more certificates under my belt than most people. I don't believe being certified in anything makes me better than anyone else. I pursued them for myself. I always keep an open mind. I share what ever I can with anyone who is willing to learn. I have built engines, transmissions, drive axles, transfer cases, steering gear boxes,,,, all kinds of stuff. And yes, I have screwed a few up. I love being a truck tech/truck mechanic. I am ok as a welder, MIG, TIG, Stick. I have excellent fabrication skills. I am very good at electrical, and trouble shooting. If I don't know, I tell you,"I don't know," and I will ask for help. I will look for an answer. I know that new parts are not always good parts, and used parts aren't going to be much better. I know that other stuff can go wrong while a truck is in the shop that has nothing to do with the reason for why the truck came to the shop. Example, truck came in for an AC problem and the fan clutch took a dive, as in the blade and all came loose and found the radiator. I started with electrical, and when I was about 17 I started to assemble engines. By the time I heard my first engine run I was hooked. All I wanted was to be a good mechanic. I put myself through tech school out of pocket. I worked 2 jobs while in school to pay my way. I even held on 9 months homeless to finish school because it was that important to me. I was around 19 when I got my first shot at tractor truck mechanic and I was so hooked. Did I mention that I love the smell of diesel in the morning. When guys talk about the big 3, I immediately think CAT, Cummins, Detroit Diesel. I have seen some really cool diesels in my days. I mean engines as big as a 2 story house, and turbos just as big. No BS. I've seen diesel smaller than a push mower motor. Did I mention that I love diesel. I do like the power stroke because it's diesel. This 6.4 was to be my next challenge to conquer. And sadly, I will have to wait for the next. [/QUOTE]