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Screwdriver set recommendations

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szolr

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Adding more RAM and otherwise changing stuff inside your computer first requires you to actually unscrew the device. :) And, if, like me, you have rather big not so deft hands then the screwdriver can make a big difference to the speed of doing that.

I'd really like something with a magnetic tip (is that possible?) so that it can "stick" to the screw I'm getting out. Then, when I've unscrewed it, I don't drop it on the carpet and have tp s[end ages looking for it. :p I'm also wondering what sort of size screwdrivers I need for different Macs. So my 2009 iMac and 2011 Macbook Pro. And, for the record, what size would I need to get the screws out of my iPhone 3GS when I decide to get a 4S?

Any advice is much appreciated. :)
 
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pknz

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szolr said:
Adding more RAM and otherwise changing stuff inside your computer first requires you to actually unscrew the device. :) And, if, like me, you have rather big not so deft hands then the screwdriver can make a big difference to the speed of doing that.

I'd really like something with a magnetic tip (is that possible?) so that it can "stick" to the screw I'm getting out. Then, when I've unscrewed it, I don't drop it on the carpet and have tp s[end ages looking for it. :p I'm also wondering what sort of size screwdrivers I need for different Macs. So my 2009 iMac and 2011 Macbook Pro. And, for the record, what size would I need to get the screws out of my iPhone 3GS when I decide to get a 4S?

Any advice is much appreciated. :)
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http://www.ifixit.com/Tools#0-Toolkits

I use the 54 bit driver set, works quite well. Case isn't the greatest but it does the job.

iFixit.com also has guides on repairing Macs and what tools are required.
 
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Axiosion

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Dec 25, 2011
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Another vote for the iFixit screwdriver set, they're pretty good in comparison to other precision toolkits that I've owned from The Source and Canadian Tire.
 
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Sonhascome

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I have only bought one ifixit screwdriver, the pentalobe for removing the battery, but I bought a Skil set from ebay for cheap and it seems like a pretty good set, it just isn't magnetic.
 
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Goldenbear

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You can probably find this or something similar in the UK for less, but I got this one a while back.

it's worked fine for iBooks and Mac Minis (including replacing the CPU).

Not sure why you need to unscrew anything on the 3GS though.
 
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Aboo

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Wiha makes a really good screw driver set, reasonably priced if you look on Amazon. They are all made in Germany and are of excellent quality. I believe Apple uses these screw drivers when they service their machines.
 
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Buckles

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There are some quite good sets on ebay at the moment - I recently bought a set with all tools for all Macs, I needed the 1.5mm pentalobe, which most sets don't include.. Seems good quality.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270886520748

Hope this is of use to someone.
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Yeah I got that one too. Didn't know which tool I needed so I decided to buy them all.. :D In the end I needed the 1.5mm pentalobe and the PH00 and one of the Torx bits. No idea why Apple make it so complicated!

Kit is decent - has the console tools in it too. My mate borrowed it to dismantle his Nintendo Wii. Not sure why... Guess some people just like taking things apart. Weirdo!
 
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JTravers

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Aboo said:
Wiha makes a really good screw driver set, reasonably priced if you look on Amazon. They are all made in Germany and are of excellent quality. I believe Apple uses these screw drivers when they service their machines.
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+1 for Wiha.
Amazing quality precision screwdrivers. I always had problems stripping screws until I bought a set of Wiha's.
 
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jdaniel

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Mar 21, 2009
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I checked out WIHA...on Amazon but how would we know if it includes pentalobe? I am assuming since I do not see it listed on one of the other pages then it doesnt?
 
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jefbond

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I worked the Genius Bar for Apple. We used the Wiha brand for all stores. I HIGHLY recommend this brand. Bought a set myself, too :)
 
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cvaldes

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Another longtime WIHA owner here.

I have several sets. The Topra has magnetic tips and a geared handle to provide more torque:

http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-28298-12-Piece-Hex-Inch-Ratchet/dp/B000LDNA26/

For general usage, I have the five-piece set of insulated screwdrivers

http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-32091-1000-Volt-Insulated-Screwdriver/dp/B000T9UG60/

For small work, I have an older discontinued box set of Wihi Drive-Loc ESD screwdrivers (one handle, interchangeable blades). The following link is the closest similar set that's currently available:

http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-26985-Drive-Loc-Phillips-Interchangeable/dp/B004V229BQ/

Great tools, the Mercedes-Benz of screwdrivers. I've had mine for probably close to 15 years! I purchased them before pentalobe screws were used, but I don't think Wiha makes them anyhow.
 
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