[911dean]

I think you'd be better off if repairing cars was your hobby. My Grandfather started a repair business in the 50's and my father took over the business and was a mechanic for 50 years. My dad probably average 70+ hours a week over those 50 years. He hides it pretty well, but his body has to feel like hell. My brother now owns and runs the business, he no longer works on cars. He's too busy running the place.

I was an HVAC mechanic for 20+ years. I got burnt out and didn't know what I was going to do when my current job fell in my lap. I can tell you this, my joints sure feel a hell of a lot better. I now have a very good understanding of why my father wanted me to be a college grad. I sure wish I was. There is a lot better way to make money. The trades are getting harder by the day to make it.