Originally Posted by wookiee

Right on. Mechanical devices eventually fail, and all I can do is make my own luck. I'm a student of cars and always learning. I don't think you can thoroughly experience these cars without incuring some risk of mechanical failure. There's some science and engineering and educated management of those risks. Even a properly built, tuned, cooled, and lubricated engine can fail due to wear or defect. eat more broccoli and change oil regularily; Make your own luck.