Problems using # 2 Phillips head screws

[TermiMonster]

I made the mistake of buying some of those trojan bits. I threw the remains of a pack of 10 in the bin after 2-3 days. They are complete rubbish.
TM

[Bob38S]

Yep, Trojan bits [and their other pieces eg screw driver set]

Just another name for cheap China rubbish - they are now actually doing the same job as their name suggests - but to the Aussies not the Greeks.

For the life of me I can't understand why we put up with this sort of rubbish quality - I happily pay a few $$ more these days and the tool/hardware works - unfortunately it is gettiing harder to find quality when you don't live in a capital city.

[Capt. Zero]

I live in one of the largest cities in the US and still have trouble finding decent accessories. Only decent hand tools I have are hand-me-downs or garage sale finds.









"What I mean, Mr. President, is 'Where can I get a job?'"

[scooter]

Hi guys

I went to a specialised company (Coventary Fasteners) and walked out as there was nobody there to help!

I went to Bunnings and bought a pack of 10 # 2 Philips Head bits (Trojan brand) and have so far broken the tips of 3 of the damn things!

I will go again to Coventry and hopefully get a good bit, drill pilot holes with a countersink as well and hopefully all will be well!

I will keep you informed.

Regards
Greg

Something as oft used as a #2 phillips - forget the cheapies & buy a double ended bit by a quality industrial supplier.

Most tool shops, bunnings included, will have a range available of crap to decent.

Decent ones aren't dear, cheap ones are just a false economy.

Trojan is a cheapo brand.


Cheers..................Sean

[Honorary Bloke]

I have switched to Bosch bits and they appear to give good service. Someone around there should carry them.

(I am also slowing switching over to square-drive screws. Even the best Phillips wants to cam out in tough situations.)

[lateral]

Ok guys

Here is the final update.

I went an bought a set of P & N # 2 PH driver bits and they work great!

I also bought a Makita Quad Driver countersink tool so that I could drill a pilot hole and countersink at the same time.

Everything is now working great!

Thanks guys
Regards
Greg

[Ramps]

Good one lateral
I was a bit slow on this thread ... I'm glad the guys got there about half way thru. I would have jumped at the cheap screwdriver bit solution (speaking from experience ) but I have found the ones Bunnies sells as individual near the cash register of the tools or trade section are as OK as most of the goodies around.

Needless to say I only buy these type nowadays