Dury

Well firstly hiya im new to this forum, And secondly i apologise if this is the wrong section

Basically i know pretty much nothing about cars and how they work and i want to change this, What would be the best way to teach myself about rebuilding an engine and basically the mechanics of everything? I was considering going to college for a lvl 1 just to learn the basics but tbh i don't have the time as im at work most of the time. Thanks

gingeRS

best way to learn, get a haynes manual and attempt some of the more simple jobs first....not if the car is required daily though, as they dont often go to plan at first

trudtfish

Haynes manual is a must for a first timer! I started off with oil changes, then changing brakes, then I bought a cheap car to take to bits, which is the best way if you have the space!

Dury

Ahh thankyou very much, I might try and get another mk 4 fiesta to mess about with on my days off

Chip

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There is a great guide in last months fast ford with the basics about what all things in an engine are and do etc, its REALLY good for a beginner.

gjh

Buy an engine from a scrap yard (anything will do) a book on engines (loads to choose from on ebay) and go play. You will soon learn, and there's nothing like being self taught.

matts1

as said, haynes manual and a car cheap car that isn't for daily use so that you aren't frightened incase you dont finish or get stuck.

90% of a car is pretty easy to work on and the haynes manual will take you step by step.