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« on: October 05, 2012, 07:23:07 PM »
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Hey guys, what would you people recommend for use a hex DRIVER(the screwdriver/t-shaped handle) or then standard l shaped allen key for all purposes including helicopter assembly.

I have been getting may contradictory answers.. So pls help me out
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« Reply #1 on: October 05, 2012, 07:23:29 PM »
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It will be L shaped allen key
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« Reply #2 on: October 05, 2012, 08:21:24 PM »
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both will do - the hex screw driver will be a bit easier
than the allen key - what is important is the quality - metallurgy
and precision/fit.

I have for years buying allen keys chopping them off in 1/2" lengths and brazing
them to old screw driver shafts - that way you can make 3/4 hex screwdrivers
with one allen key.

also when the tip gets rounded - just grind off 1 - 2 mm and viola
as good as new.
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How do you braze them?
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« Reply #4 on: October 05, 2012, 08:29:42 PM »
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you will not be able to do it

- take it to a garage which does bodywork
for cars and buses. - ask for gas welding.

I have access to a fully equipped workshop
so no problem for me.
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« Reply #5 on: October 05, 2012, 08:31:56 PM »
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Ohh!! Gas welding is no big deal, there are dozens of shops near my house.... :p
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« Reply #6 on: October 05, 2012, 08:34:01 PM »
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That is a seriously good idea.... Cheap and efficient.... JUGAAD at its best @saikat
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« Reply #7 on: October 06, 2012, 12:29:21 AM »
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Wrong Brothers
Saikat sir, brazing the allen key heats it.
So, doesnt it alter the property of allen-key material.?. Bang Head Bang Head

I think this is the reason why your tip gets round..
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« Reply #8 on: October 06, 2012, 06:31:43 AM »
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Could be...  , you can always use the tips clamped  in a pin vise . No heating involved. 
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« Reply #9 on: October 06, 2012, 08:02:53 AM »
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Hex drivers make life very easy. I'm speaking from my experience with cars. When you need to take 4 screws off with those tiny allen keys, it's a chore. With a hex driver, it's a dream. And when you're doing a complete build/assembly/reassembly, the hex driver will cut down on time used and will not make you want to cut your fingers off.....
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« Reply #10 on: October 06, 2012, 10:29:29 AM »
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Where do i get a decent hex driver set?
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And do i go for t handle or just normal hex drivers??
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for you - go to spencers I got a ten set for rs 190 yesterday
made by stanley - metric size from 1.5mm to 10 mm


i am talking allen keys - for hex drivers check out the numerous
online lhs - rchobbyaddict have a good set - but expensive
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What about stanley t handle hex drivers?? I have the stanley allen key set... I am not really fond of it
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There was this big discussion about hex drivers earlier :

http://www.rcindia.org/tools-materials-and-building-techniques/hex-driver-set/

http://www.rcindia.org/tools-materials-and-building-techniques/hk-screws-screws-up-align-screw-driver/
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