seber
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I had to warrantee an instinct screwdriver today. Bad heat treat. I am wondering if the handle can be removed to repurpose. I don't want to ruin it if it won't come off as in that case I will grind it into something else.
Snap-on screwdriver repurpose
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rlitman
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Yes. Find a washer that will fit over the shank and drop it on. The grab the shank in a vise, and use prybars between the vise jaws and the washer to pull the shank out. The washer is optional, but prying on the plastic will mar it.
steaks&anvils
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This thread is about ratchets, BUT they use repurposed screwdriver handles and buried in it are techniques to remove those handles.
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Professional Tool User
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Removing the old shank and installing a new one is how Snap on typically warranties a broken screwdriver tip. I remember seeing my Snap on guy hooking up the screwdriver to a vice and hammering the two pieces apart and together. Though if you are modding it, the part of the shank that goes into the handle will have to be of a similar design.
anndel
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I repurpose all of SO's screwdrivers whether its comfort grip or hard handles everyday - into pry bars.
How did you warranty it without sending it or giving it to your dealer? Just curious.