Recent content by typeshige

My SK sockets in a vintage Snap On tool box were recently stolen so I'd love to be picked!

That's a very nice shade of green.

It's really nice to see a build in Silicon Valley!!! Subscribed.

Is this out in Almaden? or up in the east hills? Trying to picture where in San Jose would still have a barn! Congrats! Looking forward to the build!

I've been reading bits and pieces of this thread for a few weeks but still have a question about my specific case. I have a modest 21x18x9 garage. Given the 9 ft ceiling would the MaxLite utility strip and James LED T8 tube linked to from the very first post (as of 12/9/2015) be a good...

Just went with the 3285Z Z-EAL full set from Ko-ken. That said, I grew up in California with mostly Craftsman tools. How does Ko-ken generally compare with run-of-the-mill American Craftsman? I don't have any experience with Snap-On or other American brands either. How does it compare...

Thanks. I just looked through the Japanese PDF on their site and I think I'm going with the Z-EAL "full set" which includes: 3725Z Ratchet Handle 3768Z-250 Spinner Handle 3760Z Extension Bars (75mm, 125mm, 250mm) 3771Z Universal Joint 3756Z Quick Spinner 3400MZ 6 point sockets (5.5, 6, 7, 8...

We have several Hondas/Acuras, a BMW and a Mazda. On the Hondas, the 10,12,14, 17 seems to be the most common and like you said German cars will use 13, etc. Thanks. I'll do some more research and put up my list here. Hopefully I can get some feed back on it. Ironically, these will go into...

If I'm just starting off with my collection, should I get the surface drive or just the normal 6-point? Someone said there seems to be more play and so I wonder if it's not as good for everyday use on bolts in good condition. Thanks. Also, can someone suggest a good starter set for automotive...