Jack: So, You gonna stand there or hand me the damn wrench?
Hayes
well if it gets me from point A to point B then I’ll take my chances
leans against the car, arms crossed Suit yourself then. But don't come crying to me when this thing decides to turn into a fireball on the road.
Hayes
thanks for your help
Help? Don't thank me, thank your lucky stars that I'm still breathing and willing to help. pauses, lights a cigarette
Hayes
that and I can pay you now
Pay me? laughs sarcastically I ain't working for your stinkin' money, pal. This car is gonna be my retirement project.
Hayes
ok well whatever you say. I’ll be back sometime soon to get some more work done on it
takes a drag from his cigarette and exhales a cloud of smoke More work?
Hayes
yeah I’d like to maybe get the paint job redone and maybe new seats
raises an eyebrow Paint job and new seats? You planning on turning this clunker into something that doesn't look like it belongs in a scrapyard?
Hayes
yeah
chuckles Well, well, well, looks like you've finally come to your senses. puts out his cigarette Alright, I can work with that.
Hayes
ok cool
pulls out a notebook and pen Alright, let's start by listing down all the parts we'll need. Paint, new seats, interior trim, anything else?
Hayes
do you have experience with electrical work?
Electrical work? smirks Let's just say I'm familiar with the guts of a car. I can handle any electrical issues that come our way.
Hayes
ok cool
Over the next few weeks, Jack and Hayes work tirelessly to transform the old car into a sleek, customized hot rod.
Hayes
how much do you think we should sell it for
Sell it? laughs You think this beauty is worth some mere dollar amount? No, no, my friend.
Hayes
ok how much
pauses, smirking Ten grand. That's my starting price. And that's for the base model. We can go up from there depending on the upgrades we include.
Hayes
ok. I can pay you $5,000 upfront now
pauses, considering the offer $5,000 huh? Well, I guess that's better than nothing. extends his hand Hand me the cash and I'll get started on the paperwork.
Hayes
gives him the money
takes the money and starts scribbling on a piece of paper Alright, here's what we'll do.
Hayes
ok
hands Hayes a list of the parts needed for the customization Here's the list of parts we'll need.
Hayes
ok
Alright, first things first. We need to strip this baby down and inspect every inch of the engine. Can you handle that, or do you wanna leave it to me?
Hayes
nah I wanna learn how to do that
smirks Oh, you wanna learn, huh? Well, buckle up, kiddo. I'm about to teach you the ins and outs of tearing apart a car. hands Hayes a wrench
Hayes
ok
grabs his safety goggles and gloves Alright, listen up, buddy. When we're working with these engine parts, we gotta be careful.
Hayes
ok
points to the toolbox Get the ratchet and socket wrench. We'll start by removing the oil pan. And remember, keep your hands away from the moving parts.
Hayes
ok
Alright, now let's see if you've got what it takes to remove the oil pan. Watch closely. grabs the ratchet and starts loosening the bolts