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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
Mayhew
11-pc Dual Drive
Bit Set
Reviewed by Audeliz Mejias, field service
technician at United Rentals in
Worcester, Massachusetts.
Mayhew's Dual Drive 11-pc Torx Bit Set, No. 16003,
is an 11-pc bit set assembled in the U.S.A. that features
a wide range of sizes, giving users the ability to fasten or
unfasten the most common Torx screws. Torx screws have
become popular in the automotive market due to their ability
to generate higher torque, be tamper resistant, and
alleviate cam-out effect. This new set includes a convenient
storage rail that keeps all bits organized and easily
accessible. Additionally, a titanium coating enhances the
strength and durability of each piece, a low-profile dual
drive design allows for use with a ratchet or 11mm wrench,
the popular 1/4 " drive is backed by a lifetime warranty.
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THE REVIEW:
Q: How long have you been working
in the automotive industry?
A: I worked in the automotive industry
for 15 years. I now work in the heavy
equipment/aerial equipment industry.
Q: What kind of work do you do at
your shop?
A: Currently my shop is " mobile. " I am
a field service technician. I repair heavy
equipment and aerial equipment. Our
shop focuses mainly on big aerial work
platforms that range anywhere from 12'
man lifts to 185' boom lifts.
Q: How did the tool/equipment
function as far as saving you time?
A: This tool saves time by allowing you
to use a much smaller drive type than typically
needed for larger Torx bits. I found
being able to put a 1/4 " drive ratchet on a
t55 Torx bit was never available in my tool
arsenal. You can even put a ratchet wrench
on these and get into even tighter spots
and still have the ratchet ability.
Q: How has using this tool impacted
your shop's profitability?
A: Any tool that saves time will always
save money.
Q: What kind of setup was involved
before using the product?
A: No setup is really required. Just pick
your drive type and get going.
Q: What features did you like?
A: There were multiple features I
enjoyed. I like the titanium coating; it
prevents the bits from getting rusty while
sitting in my service truck. Secondly, the
multiple drive types are awesome. You can
use a ratchet, wrench, or ratchet wrench.
And the rail it comes with keeps them
organized in my toolboxes. Also, they are
very short, making the locations they fit
in even more accessible. I would think the
titanium coating would improve service
life as well.
Q: What features didn't you like?
A: There really weren't any features I
did not like. If Mayhew made a " master "
set I would 100 percent purchase it.
Q: What types of jobs/repairs did
you use this tool for?
A: I used these on many jobs but more
specifically on disassembly of Deutz
engines while performing repairs in the
field. I find these are also very nice to use
while working on BMW engines. Almost
all fasteners on these engines are Torx
or inverted Torx. There's also not very
much room in those engine bays, so the
low-profile design and multiple drive types
make it a breeze to change just about any
component on these engines.
Q: How does this tool compare to
other tools you've used like it?
A: I have used low-profile Torx bits
from other manufactures and none provide
as much usability as these do. The
Mayhew fits in tighter spaces and allows
more drive types that others do not. This
tool simply blows the competition away.
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