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Old 10-25-2010 | 07:04 PM
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I used my first electric screwdriver to work on my buggy over the weekend. I won't work on it again until I get one. Which one should I get?
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Old 10-25-2010 | 07:10 PM
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I use this one now -

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/...atalogId=10053


I was using a cheaper B&D without a clutch until I tried this one, the clutch is sensitive enough to prevent stripping small screws in plastic. The charge seems to last and last. Was one of the better Xmas presents I got last year....
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Old 10-26-2010 | 03:51 AM
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This is one of those ques that usually gets a bunch of answers.....
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Old 10-26-2010 | 04:18 AM
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I use this one now -

http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/...atalogId=10053


I was using a cheaper B&D without a clutch until I tried this one, the clutch is sensitive enough to prevent stripping small screws in plastic. The charge seems to last and last. Was one of the better Xmas presents I got last year....
Interesting. Well, welcome to the dark side.

Back on topic, I'm sure there are several good choices, the little Ryobi is one of them to consider. Many in my area have had them for several years.

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Old 10-26-2010 | 08:16 AM
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I know how these what do I get threads usually turn out, but I really just didn't want to spend 40 or 50$ on a piece of junk. The one I used seemed really good, but I've used another one that battery died within minutes. How about this one. I think it's the one the guy at the track had. http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-DB3DL-...8106141&sr=8-1
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Old 10-26-2010 | 08:55 AM
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Look into the Ryobi the clutch setting on the lowest is just about right for most fastners,plus lithium cells,small,lite weight,plus if you need to do some monor repairs around the house ,descent torque for driving screws.
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+ 1 on the Ryobi. Had mine for two years. costs less that 30 dollars
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Old 10-26-2010 | 09:18 AM
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I use that same Ryobi and like it a lot.
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Old 10-26-2010 | 11:03 AM
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Originally Posted by bevofrancis
I know how these what do I get threads usually turn out, but I really just didn't want to spend 40 or 50$ on a piece of junk. The one I used seemed really good, but I've used another one that battery died within minutes. How about this one. I think it's the one the guy at the track had. http://www.amazon.com/Hitachi-DB3DL-...8106141&sr=8-1
I've had my hitachi for about 2 years now and it has been great. adjustable torque clutch, 2 lipo batteries that last. It has never let me down. 60 bucks well spent..
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Old 10-26-2010 | 01:49 PM
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I picked up the Craftmans brand. Seems to be the same as Ryobi just has two speed settings. Cost a little more . I use it when I'm unscrewing suspension pillowballs some of those can be a pain.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00911398000P


Pass you soon...
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Old 10-26-2010 | 03:17 PM
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+1 on the Sears. Have had mine over a year now and it performs well. I never trust the clutch however. I always hand tighten the last turn or so to be safe.
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Do you mean you dont like the amish brand that you are using now?
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i have a black and decker that works fine, im just not sure where i find the long hex drivers at ?
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I've had my hitachi for about 2 years now and it has been great. adjustable torque clutch, 2 lipo batteries that last. It has never let me down. 60 bucks well spent..
The Hitachi is hands down i this best driver I've ever had, you want be disappointed.
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My other half bought this awesome fits perfect its clutch is the best I've used its super smooth not cost friendly thou 250 but I like nice things

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