I've learned a LOT over the past few months.....

Discussion in 'SRT Product Line General Discussion' started by SRTLUVR, Mar 30, 2011.

  1. SRTLUVR

    SRTLUVR Detailing "Go-to" Guy

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    Today I was highly involved in the installing of my swaybars and swaybar end links on the 300. And in that process, I found out I had two broken wheel studs. So I discovered a lot, in removing the calipers, rotors, etc. And because of the issues I've had recently with the fuel rails, I learned a ton about plumbing. As much as these things are frustrating, and sometimes a PITFA to deal with, in the end I'm grateful. I feel like I really understand a lot more about my rides!! Just wanted to share my excitement!!

    Next up.....Aeroforce gauges, wideband, and motor mounts install on the Charger (within the next two weeks)!!!
     
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    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    as long as you learned something... :D

    Cars are a blast, especially when you have some sort of understanding of them and how a car operates.


    Good for you Chase.
     
  3. ChargerGirl

    ChargerGirl Mama / DB Geek / Driver

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    That cliche about learning more from adversity is true. Not that you should aim to fail, but if you take away the right attitude, its can be a good thing.
     
  4. StevoSRT

    StevoSRT Moderator

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    I hear ya buddy.

    I probably learned more the 2 weekends I was at Chris's house in MD doing my motor/fuel system/nitrous/meth/supercharger than i have ever in my life.

    You can talk/read about it all you want but to get the appreciation for it, you have to get in and do it.

    Now your gonna be fixing things all over....

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2a1z4iFc9o
     
  5. BOSChargerSRT

    BOSChargerSRT Full Access Member

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    I hate issues, but I always appreciate the learning experience.
     
  6. LegMaker

    LegMaker LMI - LegMakerIntakes

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    a term i learned in college........"positive conflict"........

    seems you are a perfect example of this chase!! after all the frsutration, you take a positive from the experience and that is the important part. i did not become a skilled legmaker by never making a mistake or running into issues.
     
  7. SRTLUVR

    SRTLUVR Detailing "Go-to" Guy

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    You are so correct Tam, lol. It's funny, because tackling the first broken wheel stud, took an hour and a half. But what I learned from it, and the process. The second one literally only took 30 minutes, lmao!!! The attitude and confidence was TOTALLY different. :)

    And you guys are all correct. Thanks for the support y'all!!! :)
     
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    NOTPAID4 Platinum Supporting Member

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    I seem to learn a little something everyday!