Reddit mentions: The best specialty screwdriver bits

It's not a standard screwdriver, you'll need a torx TR9 security screwdriver I believe, they are cheap. I have heard of people using small flat heads and having success but for best and easiest results get the torx. I clean my PS4 every 6 months it's a launch day console and still pretty quiet.

I bought this set for 15 bucks a few years ago love it comes in handy for electronics and small screws Amazon link.

It may need cleaning, or if it’s a pro and has reflective surfaces enabled (I think that’s the setting) or other Pro settings turned on it can add some more strain initially loading things in.

Mine was doing the same, clleaning out the PS4 of all the dust helped tremendously. It still gets somewhat loud, but not nearly so bad, with the Pro settings enabled at first, but then dies down.

To clean it you need some tools. These are what I used. ORIA Screwdriver Set, Magnetic... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Also I really recommend not just stopping at cleaning the fan, but getting all the way down to the heat sink. That can get clogged really badly with dust. I never thought about it until my PS4 kept shutting off due to overheating when playing God of War and the new Spider-Man. Once I got the heat sink cleaned I saw a ton of improvement and it stopped shutting down. Now I just make sure to clean it every 4-6 months and keep the side vents well dusted every week.

Hope that helps. :)

Sure thing! I’m happy to help! Of course, these are my opinions and experience. Some say “learn to freehand sharpen!” But that’s rough starting out and takes a long time depending if you have a knack for it. It’s easy to do well for 10 minutes, then screw up for 10 seconds and nullify all the progress you’d made. Stropping has made me get a little better feel for what freehanding would be like. When you strop, you want to be at a little less than the angle of the edge. Too shallow and you’re not honing the apex. Too steep and you’re rounding off the apex. Strop away not towards the edge, but to find the right angle see where the edge starts to bite the leather and decrease the angle a bit - that’s the right angle.

Yeah, I’d say either get that $5 oil I linked or just use the KPL. I agree about food - as long as you’re not over applying the oil, it’ll probably never get near or into the food.

If you get a strop and a lanksy turnbox, you’d be $35-40 invested and could go a long way.

Oh, and you also need a screwdriver kit if you don’t have one - more specifically, torque bits. Nick shabazz’s teardown videos have helped me many times. I really like this one for the price:
ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone, Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, PC, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pEjlDbHEPSHKV

Looks good but since you’ll be doing lots of processing I’d go with a ryzen 2700 build as it’s got better multi core performance and it comes with its own really good cooler. Also I’d just go down to Lowe’s or home depot and get you a good screwdriver and some philips Head bits for under 20 bucks instead of spending so much on an ifixit kit.

If you insist on getting a screwdriver kit, I’d go with ORIA Precision Screwdriver Set, 60 in 1 Magnetic Driver Kit as it’s got better grip, more bits, it extends and retracts, and costs a fraction of the prices.

You also probably don’t need That much wattage on your psu

I had success using the guide referenced here by u/BooB398, but honestly the majority of the dust buildup was along the side vents which I cleaned with Q-tips and did not require any disassembly. Also make sure you get the TR9 Torx Security bit if you are going to get in there (I ordered a kit on Amazon for like 14 bucks https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E16J6RQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

As far as tools and such, you'll need a splitter cable for the fans (which should be included with the Noctua fans) as well as this: https://www.amazon.com/GELID-SOLUTIONS-PWM-Adapter-Cooler/dp/B005ZKZEQA

That adapter is to connect the bottom mounted fans to the gpu, so you can control the fan speeds using MSI afterburner (overclocking/fan profile program). Besides that, just a screwdriver, microfiber cloth, 99% isopropyl, and these pads if you decide to go the Accelero route: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UYTTLI4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You should also invest in a screwdriver set with small bits, as some of the screws will strip if you try to use too big of a bit. Something like this should be ok: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=electronics+screwdriver+set&qid=1555887517&s=electronics&sr=1-3

The isopropyl and microfiber cloths are to wipe the cpu/gpu before applying thermal paste to ensure a completely clean surface, as well as clean up already applied thermal paste. DO NOT use paper towels as they will leave residue on the cpu/gpu.

All the things you mentioned about watercooling are why I didn't go that route. Not only maintenance concerns, but if something is installed improperly, you run the risk of destroying your components. It just takes one mistake or loose fitting to potentially destroy everything. Not to scare you from trying it or anything, but that was always a risk I wasn't willing to take.

I have my rear fan mounted to the case as intake, with the U9S blowing air toward the front of the case. I know it sounds stupid to vent hot air into the case, but this is how I get the best temps out of my setup. You might be better off aiming it upward, but I didn't want the bottom fans to be completely starved of air, so I put another 120mm intake fan on the front part of the side bracket to help cool the air coming from the cpu.

I also had the same concerns as you about the feet, and after several days of using the stock feet, I noticed how hot the table was getting underneath the case. I bought some custom feet from here: https://mnpctech.com/ncase-m1-mods/ncase-m1-black-silver-replace-feet/

They are a bit pricey, but I've heard of people buying feet meant for speaker amps that will work as well. They just need to use M3 screws to fit into the stock feet holes on the M1.

Edit: for the second fan, you would mount one on the back of the M1, directly to the case. The second fan would be mounted directly on the cpu heatsink, above the ram. If you're dead set on having that ram, you can always mount the fan a little higher so it clears the ram. Shouldn't be a big deal. If you plan on pointing the U9S toward the top of the case, then it doesn't matter what ram you have.

Edit2: wow thanks for the gold!

I have this, the ifixit and another one from ORIA that was on sale a few days ago (https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1541607353&sr=8-7&keywords=computer+tool+kit).

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If you want to buy this one and have it as a backup or keep it at a secondary area like your car, home or work, its a great deal. But if you want one that you want to use as your main toolkit, go with the Ifixit. I had this one and the ORIA one I sent the link of first, and they were great. But once I tried the ifixit, I was more than pleased.

\^ This.

I hate when people say things like what I am about to say but in this case it is true.
If you don't even have the tools to open the drive, this is not the project for you. Opening a hard drive yourself to recover data is a really terrible idea when you are talking about exposing the platters. There is a reason data recovery is so expensive and it isn't just because they have high profit margins.

In the event that there isn't any data on there that you care about and you want to give it a go as an academic exercise....that is a horse of a different color.
A T9 is actually pretty big. In my bag with me I have a kit that includes a T3 through T8 and it wouldn't surprise me at all if your drive required something in that range.
If you live near a Micro Center you can pick up something like this kit. It is quite usable.
http://www.microcenter.com/product/441261/54_bit_driver_kit
I actually have the Inland "ufixit" generic version from Micro for under $20 and it's really handy.
http://www.microcenter.com/product/486365/uFixit_Bit_Driver_Kit_-_54_Pieces

If you don't have a Micro Center nearby, try something like this on Amazon?
https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ

If you do electronics stuff fairly regularly, I'd recommend one of the ifixit kits. They're kinda pricy but really high quality bits.


You can get cheaper ones that are still pretty good like this screwdriver kit for $15, https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1525454044&sr=8-4&keywords=Screwdriver+kit

Or if you want one with every little tool you could ever possibly need this is a good deal for $35. https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Precision-Screwdriver-Magnetic-Electronics/dp/B06Y2N568J/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1525454044&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=Screwdriver+kit&psc=1&smid=A2FOADTO08BQD0

Just don't get one of the sub $10 kits that come with all sorts of extra junk, those bits and tools are really low quality in my experience.

Square bit could work but may be best to use the proper double square bits like this one:

https://www.amazon.com/VEGA-Double-Square-Professional-150DS02A-3/dp/B07D8SXQZ4

That would be perfect if they locked in.

Any idea if these are good?

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone, Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, PC, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wDfADb9JXTR73

This is what I used and I was able to put everything together but all really need a good screwdriver and some bits but the kit I linked has everything you need and more

Honestly, if I were to buy another precision set, I'd go with this that I just found on Amazon. But if you just want the one type of bit, the name of what you're looking for is Torx bits.

ORIA Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit, Professional Repair Tool Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Precision Screwdriver Kit, Flexible Shaft, for 8, 8 Plus/Smartphone/Game Console/Tablet/PC https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.1fXCbBAV24QJ

Not the same exact, but pretty dang close and the one I have:

Hautton Precision Screwdriver Set, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Magnetic Screwdriver Kit, Stainless Steel Professional Repair Tools Kit for Phone, Laptop, PC, Camera, Game Console, Glasses, and More -Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQ5PM1T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_W9dWDbJAP2AJY

FWIW I bought the set linked below when I needed to open up my Nexus 9 to replace the battery. It has quickly become my favorite kit for everything, in particular the hex bits are nice for not having to go hunting around for an allen wrench.

https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/

https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511977685&sr=8-3&keywords=oria

I work in a computer repair shop. We found this set last year and I highly recommend it. The build quality is great, the screwdriver is extendable, and all the bits are magnetic. They saved money on the part the bits sit in being formed plastic but I have not found another tool set that can match it for price to quality!

Edit: For spelling and format.

You could probably buy the two as a set on eBay for like $7. Or for double that you could get yourself a nice screwdriver set. This is the one I have.

Yeah, I used this kit on my joycons

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E16J6RQ/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The one you're looking at looks pretty much the same.

I bought a blue kit from Amazon a few months back and it has really came in handy, iPhone, switch, PS4 controller. It’s usually around 11-15 dollars and it comes in a blue or orange color scheme.

Something like this

ORIA Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit, Professional Repair Tool Kit, 60 in 1 with 54 Bits Precision Screwdriver Kit, Flexible Shaft, for iPhone 8, 8 Plus/ Smartphone/ Game Console/ Tablet/ PC, etc https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kscMAb2HB4TF1

I've used both of these cheaper kits by ORIA and they've been fantastic! Not sure about UK availability, but might be worth a look.

https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1536259932&sr=8-6&keywords=screwdriver+kit

https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Cellphone/dp/B01IVKPTP6/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1536259932&sr=8-21&keywords=screwdriver+kit

I got a set similar to this, it has worked great for opening my Ps4, Laptop and some other small stuff

https://www.amazon.com/Hautton-Precision-Screwdriver-Stainless-Professional/dp/B07TQ5PM1T/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=screwdriver+set&qid=1569952423&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzOUlSWkgxTUhLTzZNJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODQ2OTY3UlFTREQ2NEJFTlBKJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA0MTkxNDczQ1laQTQwQjg2M0pIJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

This is the one I use at work and it's great.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1V2XDbDHRJKVW

This is the kit I use. I highly reccomend it as having magnetic tips is a godsend and just having multiple sizes it general makes it so you don't strip the screws.

For computer repair I recommend:

High Quality $60:

Wiha 75965 Precision Micro Bit Ratchet Steel Storage Box, 65-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JQ753W8

Low Quality $15 (goes on sale for even less somewhat often):

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, Magnetic Driver Kit, S2 Steel 60 in 1 Repair Tool Kit, Flexible Shaft for Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, Macbook, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0772RSX8L

I bought this set in February and use them daily in a Bosch electric driver for appliance repair. They've held up well.

Tonsiki 11 Pieces 1/4 Inch Hex Shank T6-T40 3 Inch Length S2 Steel Torx Security Hea... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MFGRZIA/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_UN9Uzb42CY4PF

A set like this?

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone, Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, PC, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_PY5MDbR6F2XXD

This is the one I use.





ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone, Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, PC, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RDHLL9H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YinIDbMZFV9XZ

It’s like $15 on Amazon

This ORIA Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit, Professional Repair Tool Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Precision Screwdriver Kit, Flexible Shaft, for 8, 8 Plus/Smartphone/Game Console/Tablet/PC https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hr0vCbWAS8NP4

I have this screwdriver set. ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone, Smartphone, Game Console, Tablet, PC, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xYMFDbYJVBT4Z

I’ve used the 2.0 on the other screw and it worked fine, but when i went to do it with the other (which i’ve tried with some of the one that didn’t fit cause i’m a moron) the screw head was that damaged, any advice or video will be appreciated

Thx

And also sorry for my bad english and terminology. I’m from Argentina and speak spanish

You can fix them yourself easy, the disconnect problem isn't a bad antenna, it's the fact that there's nothing to insulate the antenna from interference. Takes just a few minutes to fix.

Here https://youtu.be/qzM1gqrRoqA If you have a little piece of conductive foam you can use that, this guy uses a piece from a different part of the joycon, which is super convenient, or you can use a new piece if you have some, or you can use a little piece of foil wrapped in electrical tape, that's what I did. But following this guy's video should work the same. I did this fix over a year ago, and have had no lag or sync issues since then.

I used this tool kit https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E16J6RQ

Amazon sells a ton of sets like this for cheap. I keep one in my gun toolbox and one in the 'junk drawer'.

http://www.amazon.com/Wera-Special-Design-Phillips-152mm/dp/B0015557NE/ref=sr_1_14?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1456858722&sr=1-14&keywords=%230

Otherwise run into a hardware store and find a 6" PH0 screwdriver.

This will save you more trouble beside a PS4 .https://www.amazon.com/Oria-Precision-Screwdriver-Professional-Electronics/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1494717438&sr=8-3&keywords=screwdriver+kit

you need the security bit set to tighten the base screws of the one on the right. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MFGRZIA

and then you'll need some kind of handle for the bits. this would work, but I use a T-handle for the bigger bits. This is the handle I use for the smaller bit for the handlebars, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015IBJP3I

It's just a screwdriver. Don't need to get fancy.

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Kit, 60 in 1 with 56 Bits Screwdriver Set, Magnetic Driver Kit with Flexible Shaft, Extension Rod for Mobile Phone/Smartphone/Game Console/Tablet/PC, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wzBXDb7BF4ANY

Something like this suffices, I like the options for a variety of devices not just PC. You'd use maybe 2 heads out of all of it for PC building but for the price you can't beat that. You're building a pc here so smaller heads are needed for all the small screws you'll be tinkering with.

I used this toolkit for the install: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E16J6RQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I ended up ordering this precision kit

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E16J6RQ/ref=chk_gwtyp_product?smid=&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Oria-Precision-Screwdriver-Professional-Electronics/dp/B01E16J6RQ

This is the kit I used, comes with everything and more for a fraction of the price.

count the points, it's either double or triple square headlok style. Also known as spider screws or Vega. Common size is #2, you find it on trailers, RV's, boats, decks.

Probably this in #2
https://www.amazon.com/VEGA-Double-Square-Professional-170DS02A-3/dp/B07D8QTGCF/

if its 12 point then
https://www.amazon.com/Lisle-60750-Point-Triple-Square/dp/B0002NYC0Y

I only have the screwdrivers to take the screws of the back casing off. To get to the hinges I assume I need different drivers. Do you think that this set would suffice?

https://www.amazon.com/Oria-Precision-Screwdriver-Professional-Electronics/dp/B01E16J6RQ/ref=pd_sbs_469_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=E3NPMTTM2ZQC8SXNW32C

1. December 2016, installed Jan 2017
   
2. eBay, actual items no longer available
   
3. Spudger, guitar pick shaped prying thingers, mini screw driver kit, LCD screen pliers, a plastic card (not as thick as a credit card) as a shim
   
4. Only my mistake with a loose finger print reader connector.
   
5. Good as new.
   
6. n/a
   
7. The phone is over 2 years old. No new batteries are likely being made specifically for this phone, so any batteries available are likely older despite being new.

I remember reading about that. Ironic that my Zeus is all jacked up right now with a grub screw that won't come out and I've tried everything. I ordered this from amazon today because I'm done with these shitty tools they send you: https://www.amazon.com/ORIA-Screwdriver-Professional-Precision-Smartphone/dp/B01E16J6RQ --- I've tried everything including 20 minutes in the ultrasonic, gorilla glue etc... I just got rubber bands a few minutes ago from the store which would be funny if that worked out of all the crazy stuff I tried.

The T3 is for grub screws and it should have the right fit for that too I would think.