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8/6/12 at 8:29am
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This is probably not the right place for this but I cannot seem to find a better location. I'm looking for a cordless or corded screw drivers with (if possible) flexible shaft for speed installation and uninstalltion of laptop sized screws. I own a new computer repair show here in Kansas, and I'm getting a lot of work; mostly laptops. I'm looking to help shave a few minutes off the time it takes to take apart and put back together these laptops.

Anyone got some ideas? I'm about to hire a helpy-helper-duh because of all the work I'm getting...
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8/6/12 at 9:45am
Get one of these then get a compatible electric screwdriver and a bit set. Something like This would be enough, then get an extra battery and charger to keep a fresh one on hand at all times.

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I would Love to recommend this Makita 12v on one of the lower torque settings, but its probably overkill. I just am always impressed with the battery life and power it does have for drilling and driving on the highest setting. I hung kitchen cabinets with it driving 3" cabinet screws and the battery life was awesome, the batteries charge pretty quick too.

Also Im sure you could pick up a flex bit at homedepot as well.
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8/6/12 at 10:07am
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AWESOME! Thank you got finding this! Hell, this will help with a lot of home improvement jobs I need to do as well! Now, only if I could double rep! biggrin.gif
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8/6/12 at 10:39am
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AWESOME! Thank you got finding this! Hell, this will help with a lot of home improvement jobs I need to do as well! Now, only if I could double rep! biggrin.gif

No problem.

I would take advantage of home depots return policy and try the makita... I think i saw an ad for a free 2nd battery in store. might have been a week or two ago though. Its a really nice drill/driver, just verify the toque setting or im sure something bad will happen. I think it will also have longer battery life than a 4.4v unit will.
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