New Neon owner: Prop-jockey turned gearhead?

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New Neon owner: Prop-jockey turned gearhead?

Post by Skyjay » Thu Apr 17, 2008 1:04 am

Howdy everyone!
My name's Dan, but I go by Skyjay/jay just the same. Just picked up a 2000 Dodge Neon ES MTX and it's been a long time coming! I've wanted a neon ever since I rented a brand new '04 SXT for a week.
Just rolled over 86k, the car has some silly little issues (stuck boot, broken switches, non-functional sunroof, etc.) but the engine and transmission was immaculate and a sweet bargain at 3k flat.

I've worked as an aircraft mechanic for an air show demo team for a while, and am finally getting around to translating those skills to automobiles. So I apologize in advance if my understanding of certain parts and concepts is a little 'in the clouds' shall we say.
I'm really excited at finding out that Neons have such a following, and can't wait to start adding performance/upgrades and suchlike.

Well, that's about all I can muster this late in the evening. It is my hope that I can somehow be of service at some point for all the annoying questions I'm sure to ask in the coming months. :)
-Skyjay
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Post by Midnight_Rider » Thu Apr 17, 2008 1:24 am

Let me be the first to welcome you to our little site. :D
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Post by 2k1MotorSport » Thu Apr 17, 2008 6:36 am

Welcome to the forum! And let see those pics.
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Post by hul kogan » Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:20 am

welcome! you will find that your skills with aircraft mechanics can transfer over to quite a few things in the automotive realm. if you are good at wiring, that will be particularly helpful.

enjoy your stay.
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Post by jetas » Thu Apr 17, 2008 12:02 pm

Welcome :hello2:
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Post by bigbird » Thu Apr 17, 2008 6:07 pm

hello jay!!!! :newb:
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Post by Danteneon » Thu Apr 17, 2008 8:22 pm

Welcome! You'll find a very helpful bunch here, so don't be afraid to ask questions.

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Post by TNK » Thu Apr 17, 2008 9:52 pm

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Post by Cbussilver01es » Fri Apr 18, 2008 4:17 pm

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Post by Skyjay » Tue Apr 22, 2008 12:10 am

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

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Post by catalyst » Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:08 am

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Post by Ntyvirus1 » Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:11 am

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Post by Passt » Tue Apr 22, 2008 3:26 am

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