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Hi expert! I have a question on cars that i'm quite interested in and wondering if you can answer me. Can you explain to me how automation has changed the face of today's labor force in the Canadian Manufacturing sector. Will automation put an end to old world craftsman as we now know it to be? Thank you!
Hello Sue,
Let me start off by telling you that I know nothing about the Canadian automobile industry. If you have a problem with your vehicle manufactured by American Motors Corporation between the years 1950 to 1978, I would be glad to help you. That is the limit to my expertise.
Now as for your question in general, there is nor has there ever been been "old world craftsmanship" in the massed produced automobile. THis included Henry Ford's Model T. You may find craftsmanship in hand built specialty automobiles, but not in massed produced vehicles. Automotive craftsmen are slowly dying off. THis includes body men who use lead to fill in minor body inperfections, instead of using today's bondo; also craftsmen who rebuild carburetors, generators and other components not found in todays modern automobile. It is a shame, for once these craftsmen are gone, so too are their skills.
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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