schumi_f1fan

+1. Been using the Tek4 version of this one for over a year and loving it.

msedsp

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Here's the updated version, i got mine for $29.95 in store vs $39.95 online:

http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc1...atalogId=10053

Integra

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strange, Never heard that one before.

What are you doing with it that strips the gears ?

Casper

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Yeah that was the first negative thing I have heard about the Hitachi other then it being a little more expensive then other options.

Duster_360

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Been using this one since last Xmas and before that, the one I had didn't have a clutch so I was doing the same thing, tightening the last bit by hand. But this clutch is good and consistent, so I don't do that any longer, I just set the clutch and let the driver set them all the way.

toyota 2jz

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this is the best one imo just need to get one now lol

Dave H

There are several good choices. I've had the little Ryobi for a few years, as do plenty of buds, works fine.

The clutch can easily go lower than needed for any screw I have seen or would use it for to begin with. I usually use #3 to 4, on typical 1/10 scale stuff.

The speed is slow enough to be controllable, but it would be cool to have variable speed I think, about the only shortcoming I can think of. But I could also see variable speed being more of a hassle than worth, don't know.

For me any unit with a nickel based battery is unacceptable, no matter how good the charger or the unit itself is.

BLbound

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I use the power screwdriver by Channel Lock. I got it at Costco for $15. It's 4v Lithium Ion with a clutch and a light. It also has a battery "checker" on the drill, push the button and l.e.d. lights light up to show you where your battery status. Also it transforms from a regular drill profile to a straight drill...totally worth $15!!

imaxx21

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normal use, ive seen a few others die as well

not saying anything bad about them, they were great while they lasted

TomTomTuning

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Sweet thread.

Who else makes decent power tool tips?

imaxx21

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EDS are nice

ScottyM

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I will agree that for the $$ it is very good.. But, i got tired of going to use it only to have dead batts (NiCd).. So, today I picked up this LiIon driver. Obviously I haven't used it yet, but looks like it should be robust enough to assemble R/C's.. Also, the one I got has a bult in torque limiter/clutch, unlike the one I linked.. I wanted the Hitachi one posted by someone else, but Lowes no longer carries them..

Duster_360

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+1, been happy with my set.....

ScottyM

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Believe it or not, and most won't, but the Integy TiN coated drivers are awesome, and for the $25 they cannot be beat.. I've assembled one kit, and maintained 2 kits for almost 9 months, and the 3.0mm shows very little wear, and it is the most used tip. the coating is the key..

shanem121

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I use this one.. It also comes with a nice case

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Decker-V...8411268&sr=1-2