Henry F my Brother in Law also wished to leave the Post Office, went for an Interview at Lucas, came back and said to me , this is right up your alley, which he had informed them at the Interview , saying I had a lot of experience in their field..
They called me up and asked me to come for an interview, said I was exactly what they were looking for, and I had the Job if I wanted it?
So , again I resigned see:-https://steemit.com/life/@awgbibb/chronicles-of-alan-automotive-equipment
What I did not know was I was walking away from a big Promotion , a virtually interest free housing loan , and a substantial increase in Salary?
So I joined Lucas in the Electronics side, doing Crypton Tune Up Machines, Hartridge Diesel Test Benches, Battery Chargers , Dynos, Wheel Alignment Machines, Computerised Wheel Balancer's, Battery Chargers, Allen Tune up Machines, etc
This is a Machine for Calibrating and Modifying Distributors
There were 2 other Gentlemen in the Electronics area and a huge backlog of repairs which is why they needed me.
Lucas also had a Mechanical Department and , A Carburettor Department , we were all on the 1st floor with a long ramp up from ground level to get up to where we were based.
I was just there a few weeks and I was asked to go out to the Lamborghini Agents in Rivonia as they had an ongoing problem with their tune up machine, which had been to our offices several times.
This was the first time I went out to a customer, I remember the Owners name was Brian but I cannot recall his Surname.
Asked him what the Matter was , said " The Damn Rev Counter on the Machine was erratic and had always been this way!"
Started up the Car , ( beautiful sounding Motor) watched the Rev Counter all over the Place , and realised what the problem was, "What Revs does a Lambo idle at?" He replied , between 1200 and 1300Rpm .
I took the Back Cover off the machine turned one screw and had it alter from low range Rev Counter To High Range at 1500rpm ( standard is 1250rpm) so, now , you too have figured out the fault? Brian ecstatic, shook hands and I left.
By the time I got back to the Offices in Selby Jhb. Brian had phoned the MD and informed him that I was the only one he ever wanted touching his machines, the MD had informed the other 2 Guys that the mysterious problem was sorted.
They could hardly contain their curiosity , when I got Back, "What did you do?" I told them , and they said as one, "But you're out of Spec".
I explained to them that spec is a basis to start from but essentially it is a tool to be adjusted to what is required by the customer. I could see that they were not entirely convinced.
Difference was that they were both very good with Electronics , better than I was probably?, But,
I was really good with Cars and bikes and the modifying thereof , which is what these machines were designed for!
To be Continued.
Isn't it fun, walking in and "Wowing" the customer! :D
Even better when the customer calls your boss... ;)
Great story, Thanks!
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Thank You, and , Yes, it was a Great Feeling, I was also really arrogant ,then.
Oh wait i misunderstood. So it was you who was fixing this cars??
After reading that your brother in law is Henry Ford. I thought you were speaking about someone's life in 3rd person. You know, it's kinda rare to be Henry Ford's brother lol.
I never put Surname's in , he is not Henry Ford, I was fixing Tune Up Machines for Cars
Oh okey nvm then. It was a long day, head is not working. I geeet it. Sorry! :d
Classic Lambo ,yeah good car ,i still want it , maybe soon ,will see :)
thats a beautiful car ! But i prefer your " grandson " more haha so fluffy
:-O So you saved the day?....right
Actually ,if they had asked the right questions it would have been sorted before I even got there.
Just believe in some luck every day. But you have to prove yourself sometimes :-) You are a pro!
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Wow I'm glad that you could solve that guys problem who came into the office. It really seems like you are good with cars.
It must've been amazing revving the engine in that Lamborghini.
I hope you have a great day buddy :)
Thank You, it is 2137 Hrs here, you have a Great Day!
Great car, must be a fun job to fix lambo's!
Old vs New
That is a beautiful car. Do you still have it?
I wish, I just helped with a tuneup on it .Thanks
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Bravo ma, this write up about your experience in the workshop is very interesting. Your are natural gifted for the work and you have passion for it. You are not afraid of trying new things and when you try it, I look like magic and earned you reputation in the workshop and in the sight of your custom. People want to associate with successful people. Lesson to learn from your story: don't think that being new in a place makes you less than those before you. Rather you should show you talent, believe in your self and try your best. You might be luck your effort will produce effective result that will earn you more trust and fame.great job keep it coming. Upvoted.
I think you also have worked as a mechanic on a ship. What will you do next? :-)
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Wow it is good for you
a friend of me has a Diabolo, we had a nice ride with this car. It is awesome how much power it has. the funny part is, i dont know why but since he got his diablo people says he got a replica. TRUST ME and my wet Pants its an original
Its great feeling when somebody have so much faith in you
Awesome post. Just goes to show generalized knowledge in an area with extra skills can trump a specialist. Nice one.
This car is a beast!! Good story!
Thanks for sharing.
Good story. And what a beautiful red car!
Boy thats a hell of a car :) i had a poster of it as well
on my wall as a kid its one of a kind Pagani is
an Italian Master Designer !
Great Post Thank you :) SteemOn
damn, you got my dream job!! Nice nice nice
@awgbibb gotta be good for your job seurity, being the only one Lambo will allow to touch their machines :)
This is awesome. Its a great one indeed 😊.
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nice post.. specs are license plate specs.. true experience is something what's not in a book.. good thing you followed your own opinion... NICE NICE
Good story. I'm curious as to whether you feel it was worth it to pass up that promotion and housing loan?
Well I did not know about it at the Time, we will see how it unfolds. Thank you.
Nice posts on cars and bikes.
This is awesome! I'm glad you're talent was recognized and you taught those guys a few lessons at the same time. It just goes to show, that those who work hard and have a passion for what they're doing, will get rewarded.
It must be a good feeling to be great at something and now your good at another things writing captivating blogs.
Sounds like you had the magic touch and you saved the day!
With all the hybrid stuff and things like that, I think that's a fabulous direction to go with cars in that sense. As someone who grew up around muscle cars, I'll never not be able to not love a muscle car. Not that I don't care about the environment, that's not it. But I adore muscle cars
and We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us. @awgbibb
Its a fun job. I wish I had a job like yours :)
Tune up that car dude 🙋
Beautiful !!