Any interest in a trail repairs class?

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One thing I have noticed on the last rides I have done, is a lack of knowledge of what to do when things go wrong mechanically. Things like tire issues, blown beads, punctures, etc. I also notice a lack of knowledge of what tools to carry, and how to use them.
There are a lot of resources for medical first aid, and please use them, but nothing on vehicle first aid.
I have spent the last 30+ years working on everything from motorcycles, aircraft, heavy equipment and much more. I have a degree in Automotive and diesel technology. I have also broke down and had to fix my own vehicle way too many times over the years due to driving cars/trucks on a very low budget.

What I am proposing is a hands on class, out on the trail, teaching you how to fix, repair, etc., your rig to a point you can get home or at least the next town. At this time I am thinking of maybe a weekend on sections 2-3 of the WABDR.
Would this be something the Overland community would be interested in? There would be a cost for the class, but I would keep it as low as possible to not turn anyone away, but it would be needed to cover the cost of props and tools needed.

If it works here in the PNW, it could be done in other locations in the future.

Let me know what you all think.
 
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oldmopars said:
One thing I have noticed on the last rides I have done, is a lack of knowledge of what to do when things go wrong mechanically. Things like tire issues, blown beads, punctures, etc. I also notice a lack of knowledge of what tools to carry, and how to use them.
There are a lot of resources for medical first aid, and please use them, but nothing on vehicle first aid.
I have spent the last 30+ years working on everything from motorcycles, aircraft, heavy equipment and much more. I have a degree in Automotive and diesel technology. I have also broke down and had to fix my own vehicle way too many times over the years due to driving cars/trucks on a very low budget.

What I am proposing is a hands on class, out on the trail, teaching you how to fix, repair, etc., your rig to a point you can get home or at least the next town. At this time I am thinking of maybe a weekend on sections 2-3 of the WABDR.
Would this be something the Overland community would be interested in? There would be a cost for the class, but I would keep it as low as possible to not turn anyone away, but it would be needed to cover the cost of props and tools needed.

If it works here in the PNW, it could be done in other locations in the future.

Let me know what you all think.
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Love the idea!!!!!
 
oldmopars said:
One thing I have noticed on the last rides I have done, is a lack of knowledge of what to do when things go wrong mechanically. Things like tire issues, blown beads, punctures, etc. I also notice a lack of knowledge of what tools to carry, and how to use them.
There are a lot of resources for medical first aid, and please use them, but nothing on vehicle first aid.
I have spent the last 30+ years working on everything from motorcycles, aircraft, heavy equipment and much more. I have a degree in Automotive and diesel technology. I have also broke down and had to fix my own vehicle way too many times over the years due to driving cars/trucks on a very low budget.

What I am proposing is a hands on class, out on the trail, teaching you how to fix, repair, etc., your rig to a point you can get home or at least the next town. At this time I am thinking of maybe a weekend on sections 2-3 of the WABDR.
Would this be something the Overland community would be interested in? There would be a cost for the class, but I would keep it as low as possible to not turn anyone away, but it would be needed to cover the cost of props and tools needed.

If it works here in the PNW, it could be done in other locations in the future.

Let me know what you all think.
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Sure. Sounds interesting.
 
I agree, such a class should be on everyone’s list. Vehicle first aid can prevent person first aid by proving awareness of problems and fixing them before things go catastrophically sideways.
 
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Very good idea definitely worth trying.

Sections 2-3 are a bit far for me for a class though. But with the density of the members in that general area I hope you can have a successful turnout
 
oldmopars said:
One thing I have noticed on the last rides I have done, is a lack of knowledge of what to do when things go wrong mechanically. Things like tire issues, blown beads, punctures, etc. I also notice a lack of knowledge of what tools to carry, and how to use them.
There are a lot of resources for medical first aid, and please use them, but nothing on vehicle first aid.
I have spent the last 30+ years working on everything from motorcycles, aircraft, heavy equipment and much more. I have a degree in Automotive and diesel technology. I have also broke down and had to fix my own vehicle way too many times over the years due to driving cars/trucks on a very low budget.

What I am proposing is a hands on class, out on the trail, teaching you how to fix, repair, etc., your rig to a point you can get home or at least the next town. At this time I am thinking of maybe a weekend on sections 2-3 of the WABDR.
Would this be something the Overland community would be interested in? There would be a cost for the class, but I would keep it as low as possible to not turn anyone away, but it would be needed to cover the cost of props and tools needed.

If it works here in the PNW, it could be done in other locations in the future.

Let me know what you all think.
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I think that is a great idea. My husband and I had an auto repair a complete automotive machine shop in Auburn CA. It is closed now because he passed. I did all the service writing, parts ordering and wrenching when necessary. I was always amazed that so many people don’t know the basics of what to do with a breakdown. I still have my 1955 DeSoto Fireflight Sportsman. Won’t be doing any booney crashing in that one.
 
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