> My 12v DeWalt cordless drill on low speed does a pretty good job. I think it > gives me more control as well. The tightest screws might need to be broken > loose first. Out wasn't ever a big problem, and I've used my 3/8", or 1/2" VSR for that. > I use the 3/8 adaptor and the appropriate socket for plate bolt or screw > driver for screw. > > Dean "In" is where the problem lies (always being lied to, it seems). Using a continuous torque drill motor, any bit I used tended to walk out of the slot, since I couldn't maintain alignment of the bit with the screw perfectly. The impact allows a whole lot of "reseats" per minute between impacts so the bit doesn't walk out. I love freebies. Ron N
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