Getting young help on your project`

Posted by Craig Hendrickson On 2014/12/8 5:08:20

Even though my current project is my 1956 Panther, I think this question applies to any year/model and also to non-Packards.

How much experience and success have you had hiring a young person to assist in your project? My arthritis is getting worse and I need help:

1) doing grunt work
2) jacking the car up with jackstands, etc. other hardwork like sanding and minor body work.
3) assisting in performing specific, mostly two-handed, tasks under my supervision.

In addition, I think it would be good if a young assistent:
a) wants to learn "how to" from an "old hand" so they add to their skill and experience on a real project.
b) how to restore a "classic car" rather than become a certified mechanic with all the latest tech EQ who works at a dealership.
c) (This almost goes without saying) an honest kid who is a hard worker and reliable about showing up.

I'm going to start by going to the local High School and talking to the Auto Shop teacher.

I'm willing to pay above minimum hourly wage, the exact amount depends on prior experience and progress of course.

Any other experience or suggestions?

Craig