DIY or Die Techshop has partnered with @sonictoolsusa to offer the best tools for your auto repair rental rental bay. We have up to 8 lifts and 6 full tool sets available 7 days a week! We are excited to announce our brand called DIY or Die Techshop.
Finally, car enthusiasts, mobile mechanics, gear heads, and do-it-yourselfers have a fully staffed and professionally equipped auto repair shop where you can rent a lift and tools to complete your automotive repairs and customization of your car or light truck and get expert help if you need it.
Finally, car enthusiasts, mobile mechanics, gear heads, and do-it-yourselfers have a fully staffed and professionally equipped auto repair shop where you can rent a lift and tools to complete your automotive repairs and customization of your car or light truck and get expert help if you need it.
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Have fun and work on your daily driver car, track car, or project yourself and save money with professional assistance to get you through difficult spots. DIY or Die Techshop is the best "Do It Yourself" Auto Repair Rental Shop in San Jose and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Our Auto Repair Bay Rental includes a two-post lift, and workstation that comes equipped with a full set of tools, parts storage rack, and a work bench in a professional and clean setting.DIY or Die Techshop is equipped with advanced equipment such as top of the line Hunter Tire Changers and Hunter Elite Alignment System, Fabrication Machinery, Factory Level Diagnostics and OEM Diagnostic Tools.
Our Auto Repair Bay Rental includes a two-post lift, and workstation that comes equipped with a full set of tools, parts storage rack, and a work bench in a professional and clean setting.DIY or Die Techshop is equipped with advanced equipment such as top of the line Hunter Tire Changers and Hunter Elite Alignment System, Fabrication Machinery, Factory Level Diagnostics and OEM Diagnostic Tools.
DIY or Die Techshop offers hourly rates and five types of monthly membership plans that offer savings for Do-it-Youselfer's who want to use the shop more often. Custom pricing available for patrons who wish to use the DIY shop more than the member packages offer. Special pricing available for Mobile Mechanics and Mechanics who wish to use the shop on a regular basis for side-work.
Reviews (10)
Rj Mari
Nov 28, 2021
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This shop provides a great environment for novice and experienced wrenchers alike. They'll have any tool and equipment you'll need, and expert help is on tap if you get stuck or screw up.
You're definitely paying extra for convenience, but it's very worth it in my opinion. I've been back 3 times and I think I'm getting addicted to having lift access.
Highly recommend this place. Just don't go in without understanding the terms and pricing, or you'll have unrealistic expectations like some other reviewers here.
You're definitely paying extra for convenience, but it's very worth it in my opinion. I've been back 3 times and I think I'm getting addicted to having lift access.
Highly recommend this place. Just don't go in without understanding the terms and pricing, or you'll have unrealistic expectations like some other reviewers here.
Juan Reyes
Aug 21, 2021
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Justin
Apr 07, 2021
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I was there for about 3 hours. This review is based on two factors. 1, equipment. 2, custom service.
1, They don't allow you to bring your own oil change tools, but their oil pumps are dirty, never got cleaned.
2, Three guys were there. First guy was a skinny guy with long hair, that guy was on the phone chatting with his friend when I asked for help and ignored me. Second guy (a big guy) mocking me for choosing the wrong torque range of a torque wrench. The last guy was super fit and tall, and he was extremely professional and polite( 2 star was because of him, otherwise I will 100% give this
1, They don't allow you to bring your own oil change tools, but their oil pumps are dirty, never got cleaned.
2, Three guys were there. First guy was a skinny guy with long hair, that guy was on the phone chatting with his friend when I asked for help and ignored me. Second guy (a big guy) mocking me for choosing the wrong torque range of a torque wrench. The last guy was super fit and tall, and he was extremely professional and polite( 2 star was because of him, otherwise I will 100% give this
Justin Gerard
Mar 06, 2021
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Brad Napier
Mar 04, 2021
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OMG!...I was compelled to leave a review as a rebuttal of TRADITIONS TLC long and insensible review.....I should have left a review a long time ago for this awesome gem in Silicon Valley..... I have been using DIY or Die Techshop almost since the beginning and they keep getting better. ..I just happened to be hanging out and waiting to work on my car while TRADITIONS TLC was there getting started. ...OMG!! The poor staff.. ..I felt soo bad for the staff that they had to deal with an individual that was acting neurotic , insensitive, and treated the staff badly. Some people are just way off base
Traditions Tlc
Feb 22, 2021
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I was so excited when I heard about this place. I took a day off to get to know the staff and try it out. Everything was great until the ending. I signed up for a membership thinking that I could upgrade at anytime. The problem was that the sign up process should be cut in two or at least have someone there to help understand the rules if you do your first hour on the sign up day. I was overwhelmed by the initial sign up process and wish I would have started my first hour membership another day after overlooking the contract and asking any additional questions before I actually started to use the
Alex Bp
Feb 20, 2021
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Annoying metal on metal rattling sound from my Tesla’s suspension. Tesla wanted $2,300 to replace the struts with no guarantee that it was the cause of the rattling sound. Andrew provided the much needed guidance where I was able to replace the strut and spring for $60 in shop time and I am now enjoying a silent and safe ride. Excellent resource, professional and knowledgeable advice throughout. DIY or DIE!
Ari Ichinaga
Dec 19, 2020
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Great place to do DIY work. Went there to do a Catback exhaust install and Andrew walked me through the introduction and how to properly setup the car on the jack. Good variety of tools to use and some require special permission, otherwise most common tools are readily available. Did the work in under 2hrs and rental rates are very fair. Definitely will be coming back. Thanks for your help Andrew and James.
Mike Macaraeg
Sep 29, 2020
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Zach Kipp
Dec 03, 2019
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Clean, organized, and well prepared for issues you may encounter while working on your vehicle. The experience has been the same every time. Limited staff at peak times so you may need to be patient while staff deals with other customers. When you arrive for the first time be sure to park in the lot and walk into the booth in the shop.
