I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan

On Fri, 02 Dec 2005 16:54:26 -0800, wrote:

I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan

You can get the same thing from Snap-On or Mac for more money but this
will do the trick. Great for loosening phillip screws that hold lower unit
together also.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46978

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Yep,. that is exactly the tool that my buddy used to free up my very
stuck/corroded drain plug on a 40 Yamaha. Great tool and I will be adding
one to my tool box soon. RG

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On Fri, 02 Dec 2005 16:54:26 -0800, wrote:

I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan

You can get the same thing from Snap-On or Mac for more money but this
will do the trick. Great for loosening phillip screws that hold lower unit
together also.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46978

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______m___~¿õ___m_________________

You can get the same thing from Snap-On or Mac for more money but this
will do the trick. Great for loosening phillip screws that hold lower unit
together also.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46978

Thanks for the link. It seems to be exactly what I need:
o It has a 1/2" blade that matches the slot size of the plug.
o Its full length looks like quite short that is perfect for the
limited room available for removing the drain plug at the bottom of the
lower unit. That drain plug is pointing kind of downward and the lower
unit is almost touching the ground. These limits the size of a
screwdrive that I can use unless I tilt the motor up.

I need to buy something from Harbor Freight anyway because I have heard
a lot of good things (and bad things) about that place and I want to
try that place to see for myself.

Jay Chan

I'm sure you'll hear derogatory remarks about Harbor Freight. I used to
refer to Harbor Freight and Global Tools as being disposable: so cheaply
made that you'll be luck to use a tool more than once.
But when you're on a budget, that may be all you need. I've taken advantage
of the big discounts often.

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oups.com...
You can get the same thing from Snap-On or Mac for more money but this
will do the trick. Great for loosening phillip screws that hold lower
unit
together also.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46978

Thanks for the link. It seems to be exactly what I need:
o It has a 1/2" blade that matches the slot size of the plug.
o Its full length looks like quite short that is perfect for the
limited room available for removing the drain plug at the bottom of the
lower unit. That drain plug is pointing kind of downward and the lower
unit is almost touching the ground. These limits the size of a
screwdrive that I can use unless I tilt the motor up.

I need to buy something from Harbor Freight anyway because I have heard
a lot of good things (and bad things) about that place and I want to
try that place to see for myself.

Jay Chan

On Mon, 05 Dec 2005 10:01:29 -0800, wrote:

You can get the same thing from Snap-On or Mac for more money but this
will do the trick. Great for loosening phillip screws that hold lower unit
together also.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=46978

Thanks for the link. It seems to be exactly what I need:
o It has a 1/2" blade that matches the slot size of the plug.
o Its full length looks like quite short that is perfect for the
limited room available for removing the drain plug at the bottom of the
lower unit. That drain plug is pointing kind of downward and the lower
unit is almost touching the ground. These limits the size of a
screwdrive that I can use unless I tilt the motor up.

I need to buy something from Harbor Freight anyway because I have heard
a lot of good things (and bad things) about that place and I want to
try that place to see for myself.

Jay Chan

You can change directions as to weather you're loosening or tightening a
screw or bolt. Be sure you push in on the tool with your hand and turn it
to the left to loosen the screw before hitting it with a hammer. If it is
turned to the right this tool is capable of tightening a screw to the
point of twisting the head of the screw off. I never use one to tighten a
screw.

This is a popular tool used to remove the screws that hold many motorcycle
engines together.

I have also used it to take wheel lug nuts loose that someone gets carried
away tightening with an air impact wrench and then they rust in place with
time such as a boat trailer that been submerged and neglected.

Good luck.
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.. If it is turned to the right this tool is capable of tightening a
screw to the point of twisting the head of the screw off...

Thanks for the warning. I will be careful.

Jay Chan

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...temnumber=1654
The middle-sized ones work well for this.
JR

wrote:

I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan



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Jay,
You can order this online.


http://www.stanleytools.com/default....ip+Screwdriver



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I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan

The Harbor Freight set looks like a good way. However, if you don't have a
use for all the other tools you can buy a tierod end socket at Sears and use
a rachet or breakover bar on the drain screw. If the store does not have it
try Sears on line.

Of course real men take it to the shop. :=)))

Butch
"Lord Reginald Smithers" Ask me about my driveway leading up to my manor.
wrote in message . ..
Jay,
You can order this online.


http://www.stanleytools.com/default....ip+Screwdriver



wrote in message
oups.com...
I would like to know where I can find a large screwdriver for the
1/2"-wide plugs in the lower unit. I am currently using a 3/8"
screwdriver. It works "OK". But I have a tendency to damage the plug
if the screwdriver doesn't match the size of the plug. I have a
feeling that the safest way to work with the 1/2" plugs is to use a
1/2" screwdriver. Unfortunately, I cannot find it in stores like Home
Depot or Sears; the largest one that they have is 3/8" that I have
already had. Can someone tell me where to get a large 1/2"
screwdriver?

Thanks.

Jay Chan