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celtica311
All engine types ranging from lawn mowers to trucks.
I know how engines work.
My school does not offer a course in any type of mechanics.
Answer
Get an auto mechanics textbook. Try the local library first. Also check the yellow pages; there may be a bookstore dealing with auto-related books, or go to car parts swapmeets. Read trade magazines like MOTOR. Asking at a local repair shop might get you a stack of greasy back issues. (I'm tempted to suggest a book called "The Joy Of Automobile Repair", but it's very dated, unless you only plan to work on cars from before the '80s. Worth reading, though, if you find it in the library. A lot of the basic stuff hasn't changed, and there's plenty of practical advice.)
Buy an adequate to decent set of tools. Craftsman is a safe bet. (In Canada, Canadian Tire has "Mastercraft", which has a replacement guarantee like Craftsman, and is frequently on sale with whopping discounts.) If possible, get a tool chest to store and organize them.
Hang out and help a more knowledgeable friend, family member, or neighbour. You can pick up a lot of useful tips. If possible, get a part-time job, or even work for free at a shop under a real mechanic.
Buy a project car, truck, bike, or lawnmower, and get it running. You can probably score a non-running mower or garden tractor for nothing: Place a "wanted" notice on Freecycle or a local bulletin board. Or bicycle around the neighbourhood, and if you see something neglected in a yard, knock on the door and ask.
Download the English TV show "The Garage"... while there's a lot of pointless drama, they do show some real life vehicle problems and the joys of fixing them.
Get an auto mechanics textbook. Try the local library first. Also check the yellow pages; there may be a bookstore dealing with auto-related books, or go to car parts swapmeets. Read trade magazines like MOTOR. Asking at a local repair shop might get you a stack of greasy back issues. (I'm tempted to suggest a book called "The Joy Of Automobile Repair", but it's very dated, unless you only plan to work on cars from before the '80s. Worth reading, though, if you find it in the library. A lot of the basic stuff hasn't changed, and there's plenty of practical advice.)
Buy an adequate to decent set of tools. Craftsman is a safe bet. (In Canada, Canadian Tire has "Mastercraft", which has a replacement guarantee like Craftsman, and is frequently on sale with whopping discounts.) If possible, get a tool chest to store and organize them.
Hang out and help a more knowledgeable friend, family member, or neighbour. You can pick up a lot of useful tips. If possible, get a part-time job, or even work for free at a shop under a real mechanic.
Buy a project car, truck, bike, or lawnmower, and get it running. You can probably score a non-running mower or garden tractor for nothing: Place a "wanted" notice on Freecycle or a local bulletin board. Or bicycle around the neighbourhood, and if you see something neglected in a yard, knock on the door and ask.
Download the English TV show "The Garage"... while there's a lot of pointless drama, they do show some real life vehicle problems and the joys of fixing them.
Can my lawn mower cause a fire?
Nicole
I just finished mowing my aunt's lawn for her. The lawn mower was still hot when I put it in the garage. But, I closed the garage and left. Is there any chance for a fire or anything bad happening?? Thanks.
Answer
Nicole
Good question, I used to wonder that myself, until I found out first hand. I was in the buisness of cutting lawn for people, just myself and my pick-up truck. I was cutting my first lawn of the day. The mower was working hard because the lawn was large, and the grass was tall. I sensed that the engine was getting hot, but I didn't think it would catch on fire.
I had stopped the mower to go to my pick-up when the coustomer started yelling for me. My mower was burning! The engine had gotten so hot, it lit the dry grass on top of the deck on fire. Wow! I managed to get it out before the whole thing blew up, and I finished the lawn, but it was a really, really close call. The mower suffered 3rd degree burns on the deck. I had to spray paint it later to make it look better.
So the answer is Definetly YES, a lawn mower can cause a fire. Once your done, they should be cleaned, top and bottom. Then allowed to cool down before stored in a garage. It dosen't take more than 10 minutes for a lawn mower to cool down. So theres no big rush.
By the way, good for you for cutting your Aunties lawn!
Bertram
Vancouver, Canada
Nicole
Good question, I used to wonder that myself, until I found out first hand. I was in the buisness of cutting lawn for people, just myself and my pick-up truck. I was cutting my first lawn of the day. The mower was working hard because the lawn was large, and the grass was tall. I sensed that the engine was getting hot, but I didn't think it would catch on fire.
I had stopped the mower to go to my pick-up when the coustomer started yelling for me. My mower was burning! The engine had gotten so hot, it lit the dry grass on top of the deck on fire. Wow! I managed to get it out before the whole thing blew up, and I finished the lawn, but it was a really, really close call. The mower suffered 3rd degree burns on the deck. I had to spray paint it later to make it look better.
So the answer is Definetly YES, a lawn mower can cause a fire. Once your done, they should be cleaned, top and bottom. Then allowed to cool down before stored in a garage. It dosen't take more than 10 minutes for a lawn mower to cool down. So theres no big rush.
By the way, good for you for cutting your Aunties lawn!
Bertram
Vancouver, Canada
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