How to learn the basics

[kidrock]

Originally Posted by RWebb

the very best book ever on repair for cars for anyone to follow was John Muir's VW repair guides - don't think it covered disc brakes tho.

+1. This book gave me the confidence and knowledge to work on just about any car...over 30 years ago.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by tcar

Also, buy a Haynes manual along with the Bentley, read how to do each task in BOTH books before you start. Often, different wording and pictures and diagrams help you to understand...

... Always do that and carry the Haynes in the car at all time.

You can skip buying the jack stand and go for this... Best buy after Das Babe.

Check Hemi Roadrunner Scissor Lift

[Trackrash]

How much experience do you have working on cars? If that is limited, you may want to enroll in a local adult auto repair program. There is a lot to learn about using tools and safety around cars. Making a mistake on a brake job could be disastrous.

On the other hand if you have the tools and know how to use them go for it.

Even though I had a basic mechanical knowledge I bought an old VW soon after i got my Prosche. I made my mistakes on that before working on my 911.

[JJ 911SC]

Originally Posted by Superman

Fill your fridge with beer and steaks, make sure your BBQ has fuel, and hold a Pelicanhead party to accomplish those procedures.

+1...