01-03-2012, 06:19 PM
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GX Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Texas
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My first car.
Where to start? Well I just turned 18 in November, and I'm graduating high-school this year. My mother bought my father a beautiful Camaro for their anniversary, replacing his Alero. This car has always intrigued me for some reason and I've always loved it. Much to my surprise instead of selling it, my father gave me the keys to his old Alero New Years Eve! This is my very first car, and I'll be honest I don't know much at all about them. I'm hoping to learn more as I go along doing some minor repair to it, and eventually adding on to it.
I have some shop experience, though mostly with welding (SMAW/MIG - I haven't had a chance to try TIG just yet!). I'm wanting and willing to do whatever it takes to really learn more about my baby, and cars in general.
Though first I have to focus on school and getting a job to pay for all of this, as I'm sure it can be pretty expensive. Hope to learn from the more experienced users on this site, and maybe to eventually pass down my knowledge.
Thank you.
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01-03-2012, 06:29 PM
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GLS member
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: MA
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Welcome.
Dont be afraid to ask any question no matter how stupid.
I was in the same boat about a year ago.
Youll get a few people who will poke fun at your noobish questions but youll get your answer.
On a side not, do you have any pics?
What color?
What engine?
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HID 55W 8000K lowbeam headlights~~Sony Deck~~2 12 in alpine type r subs/ alpine amp
Tinted tail lights~~CAI~~Pacesetter Headers~~ Magnaflow High Flow Cat~~Catback Exhaust System
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01-03-2012, 06:36 PM
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GL Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Canada
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Welcome! I has also the exact same as you when i found this site and people have been answering my questions and also poking fun at the new kid :P but that changes now that you're here! Haha Just kidding! But you will find all answers to your questions! How do you like welding? I for one love it! I Was a audio tech for a while but now im a chef so if you have audio quests don't be afraid to ask me either!
And once again welcome to the site!
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01-03-2012, 06:49 PM
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Premier V.I.P. Member
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Ferdinand Indiana
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Welcome! enjoy the site! I was also the same about a year ago. theres a lotta stuff to be learned on here as I found out. and seeing as how noone has said it yet... use the search button and you'll be fine 
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01-03-2012, 06:49 PM
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2Screwy
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: South Dakota
Posts: 13,238
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Welcome.......
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01-03-2012, 07:04 PM
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GX Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Texas
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Thank you all!
Spc2125: It's a red color, 2.2L L4 DOHC 16V, and I'll be sure to post some pics as soon as i take some.
Hellfire5670: Welding is my passion! I'll be sure to ask you any questions i have about audio, thank you. 
Papa Rad17: The search bar always seems to do the trick! Thanks for the welcome hah. |
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01-03-2012, 07:06 PM
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i speed up for corners
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Dover,NH
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welcome to the site.
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1999 black gls coupe R.I.P 130k
1999 auburn mist metallic gls sedan R.I.P
2005 Subaru legacy 2.5i 190k. New rims and tires for summer.
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01-03-2012, 10:48 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Howard, KS
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Welcome, what part of texas you from?
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01-03-2012, 11:29 PM
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Premier V.I.P. Member
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: New Hampshire
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welcome. Make urself at home here... Hell everyone else does. Soon u will be on here every day and will hit the "new post" button ever 15 minutes like some of us haha.
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The dumbass that shows up randomly 10 years after selling the car.
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01-04-2012, 01:13 AM
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GLS member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: indy
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Originally Posted by a.graham52
welcome. Make urself at home here... Hell everyone else does. Soon u will be on here every day and will hit the "new post" button ever 15 minutes like some of us haha.
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x2 and welcome!
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Meet Destiny, shes a 2001 Oldsmobile Alero GLS, F40 6MT swap. (#2 of 3)
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01-04-2012, 02:25 AM
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GLS member
Join Date: Nov 2009
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Welcome to the site.
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1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue GX 3.5L Twin Cam V6 (LX5) (Sold).
2001 Oldsmobile Alero GL 2.4L (LD9) (Sold).
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01-04-2012, 12:25 PM
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I drive a JEEP!
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: Salisbury, Maryland
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Welcome to the site...that will be your baby for a long time...lol!
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01-04-2012, 06:20 PM
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GX Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Texas
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01-07-2012, 09:52 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Houston, TX
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 03Sleepr
Welcome, what part of texas you from?
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X2, I'm in Houston
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