They won't put me in jail for rebuilding my engine. They still need me
to work as a juror in court. They summon me once every year in the past
several years. They tried to do that even right after I completed one
summon only a few months earlier.

See this link for the type of home auto repair allowed (not allowed:
 http://www.sanjoseca.gov/codeEnforcement/sj_homeauto.asp

David

--- John Meeks <vanagon@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> On Nov 12, 2007 10:46 AM, David Kao <dtkao0205@yahoo.com> wrote:
> > The city's web site has a few "civil code" pages. One of the code says no
> > major repairs such as rebuilding engine in the garage. Violation can result
> > in $2500 fine in first offense. That's entirely "carp" in my opinion. I am
> > fortunate to have a lawyer who will fight for me free of charge any time.
> > So I will see what will happen if I eventually have to rebuild my 84's
> > engine.
> >
> Indeed, that's the most outrageous thing I've heard of in a long time.
>  I can't imagine the city can prohibit you from any legal activity you
> choose to do in your own garage. I hope you do challenge this law.
> I'll bet the list would even take a collection to bail you out.
>
> Inmate: What are you in for?
> David: Engine rebuilding.
>
> Carp I tell ya!
> ;-)
> --
> John Meeks
>
> '91 Multivan, '85 GL bits
> Northern Michigan
> KC8ZFN
>
> Vanagon Rescue Squad
> http://www.vanagonauts.com/Vanagon_Rescue_Squad74.htm
>

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