I found out about JIS screwdrivers several years ago. Finally it was clear to me why I always stripped brake reservoir cover screws. Vessel brand is my go-to. I really like the Impacta line.
I have a number of Vessel JIS screwdrivers, my favourite is the impacta which doubles as an impact driver. The only downside is if using it on live electrical(household) circuits the current will be conducted to the back of the driver as well... There are better choices for electric work
I grabbed a set of these awhile ago after hearing about them on the podcast. I do not have any old Japanese bikes, but these really come in hand for any Phillips screw that needs some extra bite.. Good stuff.
On my 1999 toyota camry, jis has been a lifesaver. Sometimes they work better than factory. Not always, but man, they are uually tight when a p2 is loose from wear.
JIS all the way. My dad had a massive stroke, but has recovered incredibly well - so my mom and I bought him a little Kawasaki KE100, so that he could do some riding again, since full sized bikes are a bit too heavy and unwieldly for him now. There was a lot wrong on that bike that the punks I bought it from hid on it, so the screws and bolts were for from the worst problem, but they were definitely one of the problems. They had massacred the bolt and screw heads so badly, I needed bolt extractors to get some of them out. I replaced them all with torx bolts, but having a JIS driver did make the whole process a lot better than it would have been otherwise.
In the sixties there were kits to replace all the screws on Japanese bikes with socket head screws and no one knew what the problem was with the original screws. Today I use JIS drivers for repair of appliances made in China.
RV90 Motor!! I'll be riding my RV 90 around Mid Ohio! You have any parts for them for sale? I'll try to swing by your guys spot. I'll be at the top of row FF in the swap meet.
@@MotoStoriesandmore So seriously, the podcast covered this some time ago and mentioned the Vessel JIS impact screwdrivers. Basically you hit the head with a hammer and the driver will reverse. I bought some and can say they are now a must in the toolbox. Basically whacking helps get the JIS off. Oh that is terrible....I can't help myself. Amazon has them. Just search Vessel JIS Impact. Great video.
No affiliation, just all the JIS drivers you may ever need: www.amazon.com/s?k=Jis+screwdrivers&crid=1FA9HXEUJCPRF&sprefix=jis+screwdrivers%2Caps%2C157&ref=nb_sb_noss
I found out about JIS screwdrivers several years ago. Finally it was clear to me why I always stripped brake reservoir cover screws. Vessel brand is my go-to. I really like the Impacta line.
That's what I have, solid brand of drivers!
I have a number of Vessel JIS screwdrivers, my favourite is the impacta which doubles as an impact driver. The only downside is if using it on live electrical(household) circuits the current will be conducted to the back of the driver as well... There are better choices for electric work
The impact drivers are worth their weight in gold if you have OLD bikes. That pop/snap is almost like therapy to me.
I grabbed a set of these awhile ago after hearing about them on the podcast. I do not have any old Japanese bikes, but these really come in hand for any Phillips screw that needs some extra bite.. Good stuff.
On my 1999 toyota camry, jis has been a lifesaver. Sometimes they work better than factory. Not always, but man, they are uually tight when a p2 is loose from wear.
JIS all the way. My dad had a massive stroke, but has recovered incredibly well - so my mom and I bought him a little Kawasaki KE100, so that he could do some riding again, since full sized bikes are a bit too heavy and unwieldly for him now. There was a lot wrong on that bike that the punks I bought it from hid on it, so the screws and bolts were for from the worst problem, but they were definitely one of the problems. They had massacred the bolt and screw heads so badly, I needed bolt extractors to get some of them out. I replaced them all with torx bolts, but having a JIS driver did make the whole process a lot better than it would have been otherwise.
In the sixties there were kits to replace all the screws on Japanese bikes with socket head screws and no one knew what the problem was with the original screws. Today I use JIS drivers for repair of appliances made in China.
Yep, work great on JDM appliances too. Good info. 👍
Ok, whose screwdrivers are best? I have been looking at all of the different brands out there. Any suggestions?
RV90 Motor!! I'll be riding my RV 90 around Mid Ohio! You have any parts for them for sale? I'll try to swing by your guys spot. I'll be at the top of row FF in the swap meet.
Do you want this motor? It was running when pulled. I'm putting a 4T motor in my van van. I have pipe to. I can toss it in the truck!
Sleepy....if Janus is Anus is JIS not GIZ? Just wondering.
@@SplitHairz The math is mathing
You sir... May be onto something. 🤔 Use a little Giz while screwing to bust yer nuts?
@@MotoStoriesandmore So seriously, the podcast covered this some time ago and mentioned the Vessel JIS impact screwdrivers. Basically you hit the head with a hammer and the driver will reverse. I bought some and can say they are now a must in the toolbox. Basically whacking helps get the JIS off. Oh that is terrible....I can't help myself. Amazon has them. Just search Vessel JIS Impact. Great video.
@SplitHairz yep, I still need the impact JIS drivers. Awesome tool.
Well shit wheres a link??
No affiliation, just all the JIS drivers you may ever need: www.amazon.com/s?k=Jis+screwdrivers&crid=1FA9HXEUJCPRF&sprefix=jis+screwdrivers%2Caps%2C157&ref=nb_sb_noss