Best tool set and rechargeable driver for 5t?

[jkoppk]

Looking for a quality all inclusive tool kit and rechargeable driver for my 2 5t's.Suggestions guys?

 

[RcJunkie13]

DDM sells hardened steel bits and handles, you can pick up any small 12v drill (I like the Milwaukee ones) and/or you can also get a small rechargeable electric screwdriver. ?

 

[jkoppk]

Metric or standard or get both?

 

[RcJunkie13]

http://www.davesmotors.com/DDM-Allen-Hex-Hardened-Short-Steel-Drivers-Set-of-5-2-2-5-3-4-5mm.html

http://www.davesmotors.com/DDM-Allen-Hex-Hardened-Steel-Drivers-Set-of-5-2-2-5-3-4-5mm-.html

https://www.amazon.com/BLACK-DECKER...tric+screwdriver+small&qid=1596082871&sr=8-16

https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-8-...41&sprefix=milwakkee+12v+drill,aps,343&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-Li...1&sprefix=milwakkee+12v+drill,aps,343&sr=8-10


some options
I believe the 5t is metric and so is most other 5th scales.

 

[misterleon]

A 12v drill with a clutch will do the trick for 1/5 scale and get the ddm metric bit set with the handle. It’s important to break when loosening and do final tightening with a hand tool so you don’t strip anything out.

 

[21bangbang]

All inclusive and quality don't normaly go together with tools. Id personally get a festool impact, with Milwaukee hex bits, and the MATCO t-handle allen keys if I wanted the best.

 

[siblues]

The DDM bits aren't bad but they aren't great either I personally prefer the Team-EDS bits and they have replaced a few for me at no charge.I broke all of them by stepping on them and snapping them.They are a really tight fit and have been holding up fine to my abuse.Power tools are a different story if you plan on using them for other things then buy the best you can afford if not any electric screwdriver should work.

 

[crucialRC]

Do NOT use the ball ends from the DDM kit if you get it. The rest of the kit is OK.

 

[misterleon]

The DDM bits aren't bad but they aren't great either I personally prefer the Team-EDS bits and they have replaced a few for me at no charge.I broke all of them by stepping on them and snapping them.They are a really tight fit and have been holding up fine to my abuse.Power tools are a different story if you plan on using them for other things then buy the best you can afford if not any electric screwdriver should work.

+1 a 20v drill from Milwauke, Mikita, or desalt will allow you to do anything you need to around the house as well

 

[Polar_Bus]

I have the Ryobi 4V ion drill driver, and bought a set of 5/16 hex bits in metric . That and a 5/16 x 6" wobble extension is alls thats needed to wrench on your 1/5

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-4...bPu9Xy49CoERdE3uVErZ5RAFyTGaDEwUaAnK7EALw_wcB

 

[siblues]

I am using this but it has gone up almost 20 bucks since I bought it but the clutch is great on this model it doesn't strip anything not even the beadlock screws.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GFINJ8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[RickDizzle]

Saw the VIM Tools BHM100 recommend here.

https://www.largescaleforums.com/threads/recommended-tools-for-large-scale-rc.23149/

What's the consensus on a solid T-handle hex set. Is the one listed that solid and or any other recommendations from experience? Don't want to go as expensive as the Matco set if possible, but looking for hex set that can hold up and wont easily round out strip hex heads and fit tight. Thanks!

 

[21bangbang]

Saw the VIM Tools BHM100 recommend here.

https://www.largescaleforums.com/threads/recommended-tools-for-large-scale-rc.23149/

What's the consensus on a solid T-handle hex set. Is the one listed that solid and or any other recommendations from experience? Don't want to go as expensive as the Matco set if possible, but looking for hex set that can hold up and wont easily round out strip hex heads and fit tight. Thanks!

I hear ya on the cost, but they're guaranteed for life. Buy once, buy quality. Replacing broken or rounded hexes adds up. The expensive stuff is usually cheaper in the end.

 

[crucialRC]

I would say get the DDM T-handle set. Its good just don't use the ball ends. If you must use a set of ball ends get a quality snap-on or matco, etc set.

 

[Seandonato73]

I'm with @21bangbang, if you want good t handles your gonna pay for them. I run snap on tools for most, but the mat co are good too. The warranty more then makes up for the cost. As a professional diesel mechanic I've never been into paying for the same tool more than once.

 

[KurNorock]

I've gone through 2 of the DDM sets. The quality control is terrible on them. Even within the same set, one will be fine while the next one (even a larger size) will snap with even slight pressure. They may as well be made of wood.

 

[RickDizzle]

I ended up getting a nice T handle and these bits that RC Max sells. So far have held up great for me. They also fit in my driver too so double bonus.

https://www.rcmax.co.uk/product-page/rcmax-approved-hex-bit-tool-tip-set-6pc

 

[MonsterAir]

If you can find one for a reasonable price. Hands down. The Dremel Driver! I've got one and foookin lost the charger during a move this past sept. These have the most ergonomic handle and feel you'll probably have ever experienced.

https://us.dremel.com/en_US/dremel-...-precise-dremel-drive-1?inheritRedirect=false

 

[RickDizzle]

I have the Ryobi 4V ion drill driver, and bought a set of 5/16 hex bits in metric . That and a 5/16 x 6" wobble extension is alls thats needed to wrench on your 1/5

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-4...bPu9Xy49CoERdE3uVErZ5RAFyTGaDEwUaAnK7EALw_wcB

That is the electric driver I use as well...use it for all my RC needs!

 

[dirby]

i would go with the mip hex wrenches they will not work in a drill though.