Week One Done!

February 29th, 2008 by Dennis Matsunaga

If you know me, then you know what I am talking about.  For security reasons, I won’t name the employer directly.

 I was pretty nervous throughout the week.  I guess that’s just me, trying to be perfect and getting things right the first time.  Lots of classroom time, learning TONS of material.  A lot of interesting things that I would have not known otherwise and that’s just in the first week.  What I enjoy about it is the teamwork that is taking place.  While it’s not a gigantic, collective group, we all watch each other’s back.  We only had one day of physical activity, and it was great.  I hung in there, even though the instructor said he was taking it easy on us!!  I just have to keep running to maintain some endurance.  It all went by pretty quick and I don’t plan on letting up.  I tend to keep at this 110%.  I’m sure it will get harder as it goes, but I am confident I can make it.

Saying Goodbye…

February 21st, 2008 by Dennis Matsunaga

Today marks and end of a chapter, and start of a new one.  Today was my last day working in Hayward.  14-1/2 years!!  My first, and only real job out of High School.  It was a surreal experience today while I gathered my things.  I didn’t want to say goodbye to anyone.  I was suprised in the morning by a gift from the employees.  Reality hit and I needed to gather myself for a moment.  It still doesn’t feel like all of this is happening.  I’m sure when Monday comes, I’ll know FOR SURE that this is all for real.   To just say I will miss people from work is an understatement.  It’s half of my life I am leaving behind. (okay, I know I’m not 29!! lol)  I will do my best to keep in touch.  If anyone from work is reading this, I wish you luck and I will always keep you in my thoughts. – D

Um.. I guess so..

February 14th, 2008 by Dennis Matsunaga

Since I mainly use my .net for pics, I rarely do anything here.  If you are just checking things out, I have some BIG changes coming in 2008.  First thing is my career change, or should I say, start of an actual career.  Almost 15 years at my current job, and I am making the change. SCCDOC, here I come!!  Second thing will be fatherhood!!  Wifey is 11 weeks along and all appears to be good!!  Two life changing events and we are only 2 months into the year!

My xB ver. 2.0

March 4th, 2007 by Dennis Matsunaga

Went from TEIN S-Tech’s, 17 x 8.5 wheels, and 10mm OTG rear spacers to TEIN Basic coilovers, 15 x 8 wheels, and OTG -3 camber shims.  It was a very nice day to work on the box.  The drop could have been a bit more, but I’m satisfied with the final product.

What’s in the Work(s)???

February 11th, 2007 by Dennis Matsunaga

I’ve had these bad boys since early December..  Have had tires on them for a few weeks now. 

Work Equip 01’s.  15 x 8 all around with a 25 offset upfront and 10 in the back.  An “A” disc up front and an “O” in the back.  Tires are 205/50/15 Falken Ziex 512’s.  To make the toaster sit just right, I got some TEIN basics on the way.  Should have everything on the box just in time for good weather!

 UPDATE: Works – check.. TEIN’s – check.. OTG Camber Shims – check..  Good Weather – Check..  This stuff is going in 3/3!!!!!

WTF…

February 9th, 2007 by Dennis Matsunaga

Okay…  I FINALLY got access to this thing..  Took a minute so I suppose I’ll just run with it…