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  1. Alabama Hammer

    Advice for a new mechanic building his toolkit?

    Good point. I'm looking at the Harbor Freight tool cart, it seems like its perfect for me.
  2. Alabama Hammer

    Advice for a new mechanic building his toolkit?

    What kind of toolbox am I going to need starting out? Any recommendations for an economical, solid box? I am also trying to pick up the rest of the tools I will neee, where should I be looking? I check pawn shops, etc. I have most of my basics, but can anyone recommend somewhere that I can find...
  3. Alabama Hammer

    Advice for a new guy?

    I'm actually moving to NC, Wilmington area. So it's Gregory Poole I am looking at. They have positions open, but I couldn't figure out who the contact would be to ask those questions
  4. Alabama Hammer

    Advice for a new guy?

    Well I'm a farm kid too, so I guess I got that going for me as well. I have another question; if I get picked up and start working for say $14-15 an hr, how long before I can expect to start making a better wage? (Of course, given that I work my tail off and know my stuff). What is the...
  5. Alabama Hammer

    Advice for a new guy?

    I'm an Army mechanic, getting ready to transition into the civilian side. I was wondering if y'all could help me with a couple questions. 1. Does CAT treat their techs good? What is it like working for them? 2. Do I need tech school? I have 6 years of turning wrenches in the Army, experience...
  6. Alabama Hammer

    Army mechanic transitioning to civilian work

    Hey y'all, I'm new here. I'm currently an Abrams mechanic, getting ready to transition out of the Army. I am trying to get into heavy equipment because the market is strong and the pay seems good. I love turning wrenches, I'm a greasemonkey to my bones. Right now I am trying to get in with...
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