Nut Drivers?

[mobiledynamics]

I use T hand Metric and the Wiha Flex Shaft Metrics when I'm tinkering on the toys...all the time. Standard I use mainly for around the house chores...projects. The standard is a set of Kleins.

I feel the Wiha's fit and finish is nicer than the Kleins but the rubber handles/identification on the bottom of them is better for day2day in the pouch/pocket setup

 

[atari]

I have the metric and the SAE Gearwrench ratcheting ones, got one from here and the other on clearance at sears. I'm not sure you can get them separately anymore but having both sets is nice because I have 2 handles so i don't have to swap drivers as much. I acually use them more then I thought I would.

 

[Pro-Painter]

I bought the Sunex brand 7pc nut driver sets because they have hollow shafts with hex bolsters. They are great for long bolts that need a little extra torque to break loose but are generally easy to turn.
7mm, 10mm, and 5/16 are my most used sizes. They are my go to tools when I do anything interior related.

 

[crewchief888]

i have several sets of nut drivers, mostly older CM, and SO hard handles.
most of them at home, scattered around in various boxes, and bags.
mainly use
1/4"
5/16"
7mm

in my service truck
1/4"
5/16"
7mm
hose clamps
3/8" gauge mounting hardware, starters, sending units
7/16" grease zerks
11/32" starters, sending units

 

[Hlidskjalf]

In HVAC 1/4" and 5/16" are used probably more than any type of screw. I mostly use my impact gun, but I do carry Klein magnetic nut drivers.

 

[ironfist]

I use 3/8 and 716 nutdrivers the most . Usually for 1/4 hardward . I also use 10mm , 5/16 and 1/2 every once in awhile . Only once did i use 11/32 .

 

[mkdive]

I have a few....use them from time to time. Next on my list to get is the SO metrics.

 

[littletoes]

Great thread guys!
Now I want a metric set....you guys are gonna cost me money! Like the looks of those T-Handle types too. Haven't bought any Craftsman tools in years.

Have to say, the Snap-On set is Gorgeous! Love the colored handles. It really helps identify what size you need. Example? I'm brainwashed Yellow is 5/16"...just years of conditioning!

 

[mobiledynamics]

Yummy...love the racks. DIY ?

I love the SO...can't seem to figure out how to swap the handles instead of having a plain boring black handled set.

 

[mkdive]

Yummy...love the racks. DIY ?

I love the SO...can't seem to figure out how to swap the handles instead of having a plain boring black handled set.

Yep rack was DIY.....http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=49883

I don't have the black handle set (Metric) yet, but I don't think I would want to change the color of the metric handles from black...it just seems like it would help me keep the SAE and the MM separate. I guess it could be helpful to give them some color to quickly see which size to grab.....maybe add some color heat shrink to the shafts to give them some color?

 

[mobiledynamics]

When do the snapons see action and when do the Craftsman.

For me, the Wiha sees the most business....as the metric flex shaft is purfact for the toys....

Klein rubber handles is then my 2nd go to ....just because of those pesky rubber handles ;-)

 

[mikester]

Ive had a set of xcelite nut drivers for 25 years. I had to get a set of metric and I bought the Husky set at HD. Theyre close to the Craftsmans but I'd rather have them in xcelite as well.

 

[littletoes]

I've worn the ends off of a couple of Kliens, but since they are not warranted (YET STILL EXPENSIVE!), I just ended up buying more.
Hence, I try and buy other manufactures products.

 

[volpster31]

i use 5/16 & 1/4 every day....i use the klein hollow shaft magnetics but my favorites were the craftsman cushion grips....they dont make them any more and it drives me crazy...i have the full set except the 1/4 & that empty spot in box stares at me every day

craftsman cushion grips im talking about

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00942207000P?prdNo=1

 

[usdemt]

Another very useful "nut driver" is the 6 in one screwdrivers they have on the counters at hardware stores. I have them all over the place and use the **** out of them. Usually they cost around $5 and are almost disposable. They have 1/4, 5/16 nut drivers and 2 philips and 2 flat head tips as well.

I also had to pick up Milwaukees new 11 in 1 screw driver and its kind of handy. Anytime I do electrical work its the first screwdriver I grab. The ECX bits work amazing and nearly every modern electrical screw uses them. The only issue is the smaller Phillips and Flat tip bits tend to pull out of the screwdriver rather easily.

The 11 Functions are

1/4 Nut Driver
5/16 Nut Driver
3/8 Nut Driver
#1 Philips
#2 Philips
Small Flat Tip
Large Flat Tip
#1 ECX Bit
#2 ECX Bit
Wire Stripper (completely worthless
Wire Bender (small hole drilled though, also pretty worthless)

As far as real nut drivers go I bit the bullet and got the Snap On standard set. . . I love them, great feel in your hands and the color coding is very easy to grab the right one. I got it next to new for $70 shipped so I couldnt refuse the offer.

 

[4x4gearhead]

I use the universal one that takes 1/4" sockets, it makes me wonder why anyone would ever buy a set.

 

[Scout Driver]

I use the universal one that takes 1/4" sockets, it makes me wonder why anyone would ever buy a set.

A hollow-shaft nut driver allows the user to thread a nut down a very long bolt or stud.

Scott

 

[Monte]

 

[mobiledynamics]

Handles look very Wiha'ish...

Monte - what do they offer in Metric with a Flex Shaft ? Curious.....

 

[Monte]

Handles look very Wiha'ish...

Monte - what do they offer in Metric with a Flex Shaft ? Curious.....

flex shaft nut drivers ?

Wiha: 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13 mm

Felo: 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 mm

 

[Old Donn]

I have the Craftsman versions. Both SAE and Metric.

Me too. They sit in the toolchest, still waiting for their first use.

 

[stock z/28]

Hello

I use nut drivers all of the time.


I have them from stubby's to the extended length, from around 3/16 to 3/4".


I too use nut drivers almost exclusively on hose clamps. I took a few of older Klein 1/4 and 5/16 and cut them in two and tigged welded the lengths of tubing between the halves and basically extended the to around 12- 18-24".

These are very handy for a lot of clamps that are hard to reach.

I have some odd Craftsmans from the 80s that are triangular with a cushion grip design.

Xcelite-Malco-Klein, etc. quite a few varieties

 

[manioso]

I'm partial to Xcelite. Have the standard size in inch and metric. Also have the PS120 miniature set I use for electronics work.

 

[canuckian]

I've been using a little Mastercraft set for years and they've proven to be quite handy, especially with things like hose clamps and I seem to use them a lot when installing audio systems. The missus just got me a new set of Snap On SAE nut drivers and I should have the metric set later this week or early next week. Can't wait to finish my upgrade and move the old set to the "loan out to neighbors" toolbox.

 

[Canadian Charlie]

After reading this thread I got hooked on the nutdrivers like crazy, I already have a set of Beta metric nutdrivers and wanted a set of SAE nutdrivers. Finally I bought a set of a GJ member this morning. Can't wait to squeeze them into my box

 

[06wt]

i have an entire drawer full of them, i think the drawer was poened twice, once to put them in there and a second time to take pics for insurance

 

[Canadian Charlie]

Well I plan on using them, just hope I blow alot of hoses that need replacing

 

[sselander]

Cripe has the
GearWrench 7 Pc Nut Driver Set Metric nutdrivers 82764 for $18
Sold elsewhere for $30+

http://www.cripedistributing.com/gearwrench-driver-metric-82764-p-7356.html?osCsid=05484547764e82954060fb60e744e544