I'd like to start learning about cars

[charlestjordan]

I'm 16 and I have a basic understand of vehicles and engines. But I want to go more in depth by learning and understanding cars and parts I don't know about. I want to be able to buy parts for my car and install and customize my own vehicle. So I joined this forum in hopes that I can get some tips from people who know what they're doing. How should I start learning more about cars?

['97ventureowner]

Welcome to AF!
There are many ways to learn more about cars. You can start right here in the forums by browsing various sub forums and reading the questions and replies and asking some questions of your own. Some good sub forums to start at are Engineering /Technical,Cars in General,Auto Collision Network, Car Audio, and those models of vehicles that interest you. You also can check out your local library for books and reference materials related to vehicles you are interested in. Computers have made it much more easier to research specific titles in the library. Speaking of computers, it is also easier to surf the Internet for info and knowledge about automobiles.
I started out almost 30 years ago by hanging out in local garages and watching the mechanics and questioning them. That might not be so easy to do nowadays due to liability concerns.
Also , many schools offer courses in mechanics where you can gain more knowledge on vehicles. Also check out adult education night courses that deal with autos and mechanics. I've seen various courses in my area for everyone from beginners to advanced and even buying and selling auto parts as a career.
If you have friends who work on their cars, hang out with them and offer to help. Local clubs and car shows are another great source of info. The possibilities are endless.

[Moppie]

Originally Posted by charlestjordan

I'm 16 and I have a basic understand of vehicles and engines. But I want to go more in depth by learning and understanding cars and parts I don't know about. I want to be able to buy parts for my car and install and customize my own vehicle. So I joined this forum in hopes that I can get some tips from people who know what they're doing. How should I start learning more about cars?

Welcome to AF!


Best thing to do is join in our community

Your welcome to browse the forums, start threads and ask questions.

[joel macneill]

You know, it's one thing to be able to look up info on your ride and and find interesting tips on repairs and procedures, but after 14 years in the automotive trade , I can only suggest that you either get into some kind of training that requires no more than a %50 practical and %50 theory to complete so that you get an even balance, but if you are not going to school and you simply want to be more familiar, then get to know a mechanic or better yet a TECHNICIAN, who will be your friend and explain why cars work the way they do and give understanding on automotive fundamentals.

[sammydose]

The best way to learn about cars, I suggest you find an online forum that caters to the owners of Chevy. Most car forums will be very welcoming and always there are plenty of knowledgeable people who are willing to help so The Internet is a great way to learn about the cars.

[joel macneill]

Yes, it does make sense to stick to the same make and model of vehicle that you own for information purposes because it will be more in your line of interest. Good luck.