I've been a service & parts manager for auto
dealerships in the 60's. I've started, owned, operated and sold two
successful 4X4 parts and service shops. I'm retired from the Postal
Service (but I still have my guns).
I now do 4X4 consulting and I sell
parts mainly emissions control (smog). I have built a large
number of 4 wheel drive vehicles from flat fenders to modified 4X4
alcohol burning 6200 pound pull trucks. I have been the chassis and
running gear designer on two very successful competitive trucks, the
current one is the California State Champion for 1996.
I've personally
narrowed and setup at least 900 differential, designed and installed my
own disc brake systems since 1969. Know most of the hidden secrets of
transmission/transfer case conversions. What I can't remember I will
try and find the information out through numerous tried and true
sources, and I try to keep abreast of the current new products that are
available (I haven't missed a SEMA show in the past eight years along
with many other trade shows).
I've got gear oil in my blood! The
addiction never leaves you.