About
Thanks to my machinist father, I developed an appreciation for mechanical things and shop environments at a very young age. I earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Irvine. I explored the aerospace, automotive aftermarket, and concept car industries before doing product development at Mazda for almost 9 years. Currently I am at a Porsche restoration facility trying to be a part of the latest chapter in the history of my favorite cars. In my spare time I wrench on my project cars. I also enjoy introducing my two daughters to as much Southern California car culture as I can.
I am a hands-on, lifelong student and keep a steady supply of books on topics I want to learn about ranging from engineering design, fabrication, tuning, racing, and everything in between. My philosophy is to never stop learning or setting automotive goals.
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A primary goal of this site is to help readers with their own projects. The site does have some ads and affiliate links to help with the running costs, but my priority is to maintain a good visitor experience. Here are easy ways to support:
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