Reviews

Machines, Equipment, and Tools

OTC OBD I & II Scan Tool 3211

For years I avoided cars that require a scan tool for diagnostic work.

Once I was forced to buy them (I've owned three, so far), I avoided working on them.

Only recently have I run into a problem with the Cobalt SS/SC that I actually benefitted from having a scan tool, so I broke down and bought one.

After extensive research, the tool I chose to purchase was an OTC OBD I & II Scan Tool (P/N 3211). It straddles the line between cost and professional capabilities.

Follow along with this review to see how I was able to use it and how well it worked for me.

Posted: 1/19

Craftsman 1000w Halogen Worklight

An easy, cost effective, and efficient way to throw some light on a project.

Posted: 9/06

Media

Motoring

The automobile has had a permanent influence on America.

From its very beginnings at the tail end of the 19th century up to today, it has shaped and been shaped by the world it serves.

In Motoring: The Highway Experience in America, academics and authors John A. Jakle and Keith A. Sculle explore the significant role the automobile has had in shaping the American landscape, including the largest built structure on the planet: America's interstate highway system.

Go for a drive back in time with Motoring as the authors take you on a tour of the forces that shaped the automobile, our roads, and the very foundations of modern America, itself.

Posted: 3/19

Ultimate Factories

I haven't found a series that does a better job illuminating the subject of manufacturing than National Geographic's Ultimate Factories.

When you restore or customize your ride, it's difficult to do it well if you don't understand where it came from or how it was put together. If your serious about your hobby and it involves being hip deep in your car's parts, then Ultimate Factories is a must-see.

Although this is a review of the series, it's also a guide that references every single episode I could find with a perspective geared specifically towards the automotive enthusiast.

Check it out and enjoy!

Posted: 11/17