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  • Many people regard gunsmiths as "shadetree mechanics" of a sort, just like they regard pilots as glorified taxi drivers.

    Some Peeves from a Gunsmith 2009

  • Many people regard gunsmiths as "shadetree mechanics" of a sort, just like they regard pilots as glorified taxi drivers.

    Some Peeves from a Gunsmith 2009

  • Under this huge shadetree in front of teh barn is where we would get them ready for show.

    And plz bring clothes 4 all - Lolcats 'n' Funny Pictures of Cats - I Can Has Cheezburger? 2008

  • July 6, 2008 at 6:18 pm whoops. dint see ur post, shadetree!

    And plz bring clothes 4 all - Lolcats 'n' Funny Pictures of Cats - I Can Has Cheezburger? 2008

  • -- Marvin Vigil of New Mexico claims his recently deceased father, Rudolph Vigil, developed mesothelioma after his work as an engine room maintenance worker from 1950 until 1954, as an attendant and mechanic at Metskers Gas Station from 1955 until 1980, as a warehouseman and supervisor at Zia from 1980 until 1995, as a home remodeler from 1960 until 1995 and as a shadetree mechanic from 1960 until 1995.

    Madison Record - 2010

  • This anti-EV sentiment can be heard from shadetree mechanics and old-timers who aren't specifically trained to work on the high voltage, amped-up inner workings of EVs - or first responders who know the dangers to the inexperienced - but we often hear similar ramblings from trained automotive technicians.

    Autoblog Green 2010

  • This sweeping effort across all of the premium Bendix brake pad lines was carried out to help professional technicians, shadetree mechanics and DIYers get the job done right the first time, build consumer satisfaction and reduce installation errors.

    Automotive Headlines 2010

  • Are affordable replacement parts for cars and trucks going the way of the shadetree mechanic?

    chicagotribune.com - News 2010

  • It's so wildly unbelievable, that we just had to bring it to you and for those shadetree mechanics out there, this could be one adventurous DIY.

    Autoblog Green 2010

  • -- Dennise M. Paradis of Vermont alleges her recently deceased husband, Raymond M. Paradis, developed mesothelioma after his work as a yeoman in the U.S. Navy from 1977 until 1981, as a certified diesel mechanic from 1985 until 1986, as a mechanic at Willie Racine Jeep Dealership from 1986 until 2009, as a residential construction worker from 1974 until 1978 and as a shadetree mechanic from 1974 until 1978.

    Madison Record - 2010

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