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James Eardley

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A second introduction
Sep 21^st, 2012 at 1:03pm

Hi Guys, about me,

I bought my scope off Tom 2 years ago.

At first I was overwhelmed to say the least, I realised how little I knew about cars.

Although I wanted to get involved in the forum and some of the discussions, I couldn,t because it was like I was trying to read a different language.

So, I set off on a mission to gain knowledge,
I have invested in training courses and have got loads of books and training aids.

I'll be honest it has been a real rough ride, it felt like the more I learn't the harder the job became Cheesy

Luckily, just recently I have had a few "EURIKA" moments and diagnostics has started to become enjoyable

I am hoping you guys may some how be able to help me progress to Autonerdz level.

Thanks in advance and nice to meet you all.
James

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RtOne

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Re: A second introduction
Reply #1 - Sep 21^st, 2012 at 3:40pm

Oh James this is the best bunch of people that ever graced the earth, "WE" are lucky to have them. Welcome "Back Home"! Smiley

Are you not a working Automotive Tech.? Not that it matters, this craft has and is changing DAILY, but some of the members are Motorcycle Techs. "Whats Your Line" (An Old Old TV Show). Smiley

What training did you procure that got your Scopeese language barrier diminished? Cheesy

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KarlW

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Re: A second introduction
Reply #2 - Sep 21^st, 2012 at 3:55pm

James,
Its definitely overwhelming BUT I think you should just jump right in. That's the best way to learn. I don't think anyone could have been more green with scope than I when I started scoping. No one is a scope Jockey from the jump. Just about every car give or take that I had in my Bays in the last 3 months has a place in my files for something or other. Yeah i'm still green but not as bad. SO pick something, cam/crank-evap-fuel sytem-ignition(on known good cars)(not broken)start capturing and throw em up. who cares what they look like. Smiley

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PRESTON LSD Guide Picogroup Offline "Fix like a champion today" Posts: 4,960 Jensen Beach Florida USA Gender:	Re: A second introduction Reply #3 - Sep 21^st, 2012 at 4:29pm KarlW wrote on Sep 21^st, 2012 at 3:55pm: start capturing and throw em up. who cares what they look like. Smiley Slap em on the test board and ask questions if you need setup help. Welcome aboard chief.
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Tom Roberts Autonerdz Administrator Picogroup Offline Autonerdz Founder Posts: 8,595 Olympia Washington USA Gender:	Re: A second introduction Reply #4 - Sep 21^st, 2012 at 10:15pm PRESTON wrote on Sep 21^st, 2012 at 4:29pm: Slap em on the test board and ask questions if you need setup help. I think you meant PicoScope Help Board. Good to see you getting involved, James.
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PRESTON LSD Guide Picogroup Offline "Fix like a champion today" Posts: 4,960 Jensen Beach Florida USA Gender:	Re: A second introduction Reply #5 - Sep 22^nd, 2012 at 8:34am Yep, that'd work too.
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Erik_1940

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Re: A second introduction
Reply #6 - Sep 22^nd, 2012 at 8:07pm

James,
I've been following the NERDZ since 97 and it hasn't been not even 2 months since I finally got my pico.
I know what you mean by overwhelmed
But believe me this is not just another forum for Technicians this one sits apart, like I said all these that I've been following them I have not seen anything but Professional Technicians that will treat you with respect and will share their knowledge.
Welcome back.

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James Eardley

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Re: A second introduction
Reply #7 - Sep 23^rd, 2012 at 3:57am

Thanks for the warm welcome back

RtOne,
I am an automotive tech, my problem was that I had absolutley no knowledge of vehicle electrics/ electronics and really was just fitted parts I was told to fit (words like duty cycle, pulsed width and frequency meant absolutley nothing to me)

Although I was overwhelmed, I devolped (some times frustrating) an incredible passion to understand how things work and how I could accuratley test them.

The training I have persued in the last 2 years on my quest has provided me with over 10 certificates from different subjects covering basic electrics/electronics, diesel management, petrol management, oscilloscope diagnostics, vehicle networking, and various other subjects.

The training has been supplied by:-
James Dillon
Frank Massey
Bosch
Snap On and various others.

I am currently half way through a Bosch certified Diagnostic/ Master technician programme.

My knowledge quest has been sum what of a panic, very scatty and very dis-organized Cheesy

But, I feel just recently I may have scratched the surface.

My aim now is to become fluent in pico and creative labscope diagnostics.

Then....
I have bought a comprehensive electronics kit which allows you to design and build electronic circuits using resistors, transistors, capacitors and all sorts of weird and wonderful components.
Hopefully I will be able to take part in some of the 'brandonb' classes one day.

I understand "Rome wasn't built in a day" but, I may aswell aim high.

Ok, thats enough about me, Ive got loads of questions so I best get posting

James

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RtOne Super Nerd Picogroup Offline "If We Can't Fix It" - "It Ain't Broke" Posts: 655 Westville, Illinois Illinois USA Gender:	Re: A second introduction Reply #8 - Sep 23^rd, 2012 at 10:28am That, James, is what it's all about, Feeding that Hunger for Knowledge, the Thirst for information. You have done Well in your Quest, my hat is off to you SIR. I'm sure I speak for the whole of Autonerdz on that point. Yes Sir, Aim high, and exceed it, your doing great.
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