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01-05-2012, 05:47 PM | #1 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Durham, NC, USA
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| I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
I went to Axial's website and looked at their hex driver set. Metric Hex Driver Set Included are: AX20015 1.5MM HEX DRIVER AX20016 2.0MM HEX DRIVER AX20018 2.5MM BALL END HEX DRIVER AX20020 3.0MM BALL END HEX DRIVER AX20021 2.0MM BALL END HEX DRIVER Why are the 2.5MM, 3.0MM, and 2.0MM ball ended? Should I copy the list exactly as Axial's set, regular hex and ball end? Or, should I just buy the non-ball ended hexes like this set? EDS RACING PRODUCTS ONLINE STORE - RC TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES - EDS Allen Wrench Set - Metric -4 pcs. - (Powered by CubeCart) I'm leaning towards copying the Axial set exactly as listed because I own quite a few of their kits, but would like some input from members before I place an order at EDS. Thanks in advance. |
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01-05-2012, 06:11 PM | #2 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: England
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
it maybe the the smaller hex's would not be too strong if ball ended. snap one of those off in a screw head and it could be real hassle to sort out
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01-05-2012, 06:17 PM | #3 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tehachapi,Ca
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
the nice thing about the ball ends is you dont have to be directly straight putting the tool into the hex screw you can have the tool angled some and still be effective with out stripping it out
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01-06-2012, 10:51 PM | #4 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Token's life matters
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
It would be nice to have both ball and standard, but I have never needed a 3mm that I can remember. But I have used standard sizes. I would get a set of metric and standard before I doubled up on metric.
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01-07-2012, 01:56 AM | #5 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: On the G-Train!!!!!
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
Only time I can remember using the 3mm is on 1/5, 1/8, & my summit trans. I'd get these drivers 1.5mm 2.0mm 2.5mm 2.0mm ball end 2.5mm ball end .050" Extra 1.5mm & .050 tips If you can afford it, just get the 30 piece set. |
01-07-2012, 07:03 AM | #6 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Grand Rapids, Mi.
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
In my tool box I have both balled end and straight. if any torqueing needs to be done I use the straight and if on an angle use the balled end. I have learned my leason on breaking the balled ends off in a screw. my .02 worth |
01-07-2012, 01:27 PM | #7 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Exeter Ontario
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
I like these. If I had a 3.0mm it would end up at work as it is one of my most used tools. The rest would stay at home for R/Cs
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01-07-2012, 10:32 PM | #8 |
Newbie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Las Vegas
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
Why are "RC" tools so expennsive? Cant you just buys the sizes you need at the hardware store? |
01-08-2012, 06:44 AM | #9 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Grand Rapids, Mi.
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Because they have brand name on them such as the Axial's and fancy handles. If you don't mind no name on it you can buy them at any hardware or tool store for a set at a price you pay for one.
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01-08-2012, 10:58 AM | #10 |
Newbie Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Las Vegas
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Gotcha, fancy Handles and all are nice, but if i can get a recision kit for 6 bucks, thats leaves me alot more money towards mods..LOL |
01-08-2012, 03:56 PM | #11 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Grand Rapids, Mi.
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01-08-2012, 06:32 PM | #12 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Detroit
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
Ball ends are basically useless they tend to strip screws more with limited engagement ans they break more. If you can't get to a screw take sometime and remove a few items to do it right. I'd recommend: 1.5mm 2.0mm 2.5mm 1/16" (for pinions) 3/32" (for VP hub screws if you use those) |
01-09-2012, 03:52 AM | #13 |
Rock Stacker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fairbanks
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
I can't stand ball ends, they "usually" strip. I'm a firm believer in you get what you pay for except for the Associated 1/4" hex set....complete wast of money (worn out after building my SC104x4). When the need for force I use straight & then switch to my mini cordless. |
01-11-2012, 10:28 AM | #14 | |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Arkie-Saw
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Quote:
So I have found, just my 2 pennies... | |
01-12-2012, 12:11 PM | #15 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pa
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
R/C Tools are not expensive. get into some special industrial tools, you'll think R/C tools are a steel. I have the Duratrax drivers and like them. The tips are HSS and replaceable. Plus a lot of hobby shops stock the drivers and replacement tips.
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01-12-2012, 12:51 PM | #16 | ||
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: On the G-Train!!!!!
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Quote:
Go ahead & buy your hardware store junk. Quote:
Yup, you too. I have never broken a ball end, never. Yup. | ||
01-20-2012, 07:28 PM | #17 | |
RCC Addict Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Katy / west houston
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Quote:
I am ok with spending a little more money on the quality | |
01-21-2012, 02:42 AM | #18 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Here
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
Mcmaster sells "ball point hex blades" cost $.88 to $1.06 for the sizes we use. I have just taken those and drilled a hole in the center of a 3/8 steel rod and brazed it together to make a T handle driver. Come in different lengths ad I have used mine for the last 7 years only on my second set. if you strip the ball end, cut it off and now you have a straight driver. Cheap enough to buy a few and really strong |
03-17-2012, 10:59 PM | #19 |
Newbie Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Buckley
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions
I was wondering if anyone knows of a set of wrench's and nut driver's that have a full size handle like a regular screwdriver. The Intery set I have now is good but after an hour of turning I'm about done.
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03-18-2012, 06:53 AM | #20 | |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: 07456 N. NJ USofA
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| Re: I want to replicate Axial's hex driver set with EDS, but have questions Quote:
I use Bondhaus sets all the time for work/RC, they work great. But IF you read their directions, they state to NOT use the ball end for anything but driving the fasteners. | |
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