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Well, I am an electronics tech. I spend most of my time fixing all things electronic. I also design and build my own electronic things. I design and etch PCB's(Printed Circuit Boards) for my projects. I live in New Zealand(of Lord Of The Rings fame...), and run my own service business. I also work with PABX/PBX telephone systems, nursecall systems and security systems. Some of these I have designed myself. I also love cars, and use most weekends to tinker on engines. I prefer 70's style cars. I would love to get my hands on a '69 Dodge Charger or a '67 Mercury Cougar - these cars are an awesome sight and sound! Other things I like: Helping with problems, beer, The Simpsons, Star-Trek, Music(most types, except Rap - apologies to any rap music fans reading this...) and WOMEN!!! I was born in 1974, and own a 1975 Vauxhall Viva, which I have just finished souping up. Thank you for reading my profile, and have a nice day! :)

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