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Lady mechanic “wanted to impress” her husband

Mattawa area mechanic Al Kielian works on a John Deere clutch.

At 5-2 and 98 pounds, Cherie Kielian is so small she can work on some vehicles from inside the engine compartment. Her tiny hands allow her to carry out tasks her mechanic partner and husband Al can't.

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by Ted Escobar & <Br> Chronicle Editor
| November 19, 2012 5:05 AM

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At 5-2 and 98 pounds, Cherie Kielian is so small she can work on some vehicles from inside the engine compartment. Her tiny hands allow her to carry out tasks her mechanic partner and husband Al can't.

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