Substitute for Lee Valley pocket screwdrivers

[StuntDouble]

Looking at the pictures of the Lee Valley pocket screwdrivers, I realized I had something laying around here that would do the exact same thing; one of those round spark plug gappers that goes on your keychain. I tried it on a couple of different things, and it seems to work well enough. You can pick these up at just about any auto parts store for less than a dollar. Just thought I'd throw that out there for those people that might be interested.

[pipedreams]

Yep, that's a fine substitute, with a dual use to boot!

todd

[Gadget Guy]

Great idea! I will have to buy one and see how they work. I gave up working on my own cars a long time ago, so I don't have a gap tool anymore... *Thank for the info... *O0

GG

[Sprackin]

I have one of those around here somewhere. Are they sturdy enough to turn tough screws without gouging or bending?

[Sprackin]

Found it. Even though it's aluminum, it appears to be farily strong. Maybe I'll get another one to test so I don't mess this one up. If it works, it's a great double-duty tool.

[Lunal_Tic]

Great idea. I've used these goofy things for years but it never occured to me to use it as a screwdriver.

-LT

[Deaths Head]

I really like those things. They don't seem to take up much space at al and has a nominal weight.