SteveOEM1
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- Mar 24, 2013
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I was looking to add build threads on simple jobs I've been doing recently; track rods, lower ball joints etc. ... But having looked through some of the feedback on current build threads in the section, I'm less inclined to do so now.
The reason I'd like to share my learning's is to give something back to the wealth of knowledge I've trawled through and used on line.
I'm not a trained mechanic nor have I grown in an environment where I've been able to learn about mechanics from people around me, so the internet and knowledge shared by people on it has been my main source of education/training.
I try to do what common sense tells me is right and if I'm unsure research some more... but, many times I am 'winging' it - normally as I don't have the specific tool or machinery to do the job 'correctly'. Yes, I've built up a decent collection of tools over the years - often dictated by the job at hand (e.g. torque wrench, spring compressor, angle grinder etc.) .. but some tools I don't yet have the money, space or regular usage need to justify buying, which leads to my necessity to wing it at times (I could pay for someone else with these capabilities to do the job for me, but that would defeat the point of learning and doing the job myself).
But.. I can totally appreciate that if people share build knowledge that is potentially damaging to either person or vehicle, or in the worst case other road users, then this information should be edited/deleted and feedback given constructively so people can do the job properly and safely in the future based on the knowledge shared.
What I'm getting to really is whether there's any way to have a process where DIY threads can be previewed by moderators or vip members, who have the knowledge/training to help ensure the content of the DIY is correct (or at least safe and not destructive) before its unleashed on the wider public?
At least this might help encourage people to put the effort in to share knowledge and experiences, without leading to a torrent of abuse (likely from people who in fact have the intelligence and knowledge to be able to really help fellow enthusiasts)
Appreciate this would involve time and effort for those previewing the content, and they may not see any benefit in doing so as its unlikely to help them.. but, it's just a thought..
The reason I'd like to share my learning's is to give something back to the wealth of knowledge I've trawled through and used on line.
I'm not a trained mechanic nor have I grown in an environment where I've been able to learn about mechanics from people around me, so the internet and knowledge shared by people on it has been my main source of education/training.
I try to do what common sense tells me is right and if I'm unsure research some more... but, many times I am 'winging' it - normally as I don't have the specific tool or machinery to do the job 'correctly'. Yes, I've built up a decent collection of tools over the years - often dictated by the job at hand (e.g. torque wrench, spring compressor, angle grinder etc.) .. but some tools I don't yet have the money, space or regular usage need to justify buying, which leads to my necessity to wing it at times (I could pay for someone else with these capabilities to do the job for me, but that would defeat the point of learning and doing the job myself).
But.. I can totally appreciate that if people share build knowledge that is potentially damaging to either person or vehicle, or in the worst case other road users, then this information should be edited/deleted and feedback given constructively so people can do the job properly and safely in the future based on the knowledge shared.
What I'm getting to really is whether there's any way to have a process where DIY threads can be previewed by moderators or vip members, who have the knowledge/training to help ensure the content of the DIY is correct (or at least safe and not destructive) before its unleashed on the wider public?
At least this might help encourage people to put the effort in to share knowledge and experiences, without leading to a torrent of abuse (likely from people who in fact have the intelligence and knowledge to be able to really help fellow enthusiasts)
Appreciate this would involve time and effort for those previewing the content, and they may not see any benefit in doing so as its unlikely to help them.. but, it's just a thought..
