On Sat, 19 Jan 2002, Tothwolf wrote:
> On Fri, 18 Jan 2002, Geoff Reed wrote:
> > At 10:34 PM 1/18/02 -0600, Tothwolf wrote:
> >
> > > Well, I wouldn't exactly call MCM a tool supplier... The multi-type
> > > security bit set they sell does not come with bits that fit the
> > > Japanese fasteners. MCM does sell them separately, tho. In some newer
> > > equipment that uses these fasteners, those bits are of no use, since
> > > the screws are to far down in the hole. The Nintendo Game Cube is an
> > > example of this kind of equipment. Full length Japanese screwdrivers
> > > are available that fit those things, but after import, they typically
> > > cost $20-30 (ouch) each.
> >
> > Anyone know of a source for a screwdriver that will turn the security
> > screws in a N-64. I have one and a child was so thoughtful to try to use
> > it as a piggy bank... i don't wanna fire it up 'till I get the pennies out
> > of it...
>
> Are the screws recessed like the ones used for the game cube? If not, MCM
> sells bits that will fit. I have a url somewhere of a guy who imported a
> number of those specialty screw drivers, but I'll have to find it. He
> wanted top dollar for them, I do remember that.
Looks like he has gone up on the price, $50 for a pair. Heres the url
anyway:
http://www.gamesx.com/misctech/gamebit.htm
Might be worth calling places like Jensen Tools and seeing if they can
special order external line head screwdrivers.
-Toth
Received on Sat Jan 19 2002 - 02:03:33 GMT