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Vessel

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

Megadora Tang-Thru
Screwdriver
When faced with a compromised screw, this
reviewer finds himself reaching for the
Megadora Tang-Thru Screwdriver, No. 930P2150.
by Emily Markham, Assistant Editor

The Vessel Megadora 8-pc Tang-Thru Screwdriver Set, No.
9308EVA, features a JAWSFIT mechanism that allows the blades
of the Phillips screwdriver to bite into the screw allowing for easy
removal. The Tang-Thru screwdrivers have blades that go all the
way through the handle with a metal cap for tapping to remove
tough-to-remove screws. They also feature a hexagonal forged
bolster for additional wrenching when needed. The JAWSFIT
mechanism reduces cam-out of the screwdriver's tip and can
remove already damaged screws. The Megadora Tang-Thru #2
Phillips removes damaged screws that hold in plastic panels.
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crewdrivers hold an important
place in every technician's
toolbox. They are an essential
hand tool for anyone working within
the automotive repair industry. Though
it may seem like one screwdriver is as
good as any other, this is not the case.
Quality and durability are two factors
that must be taken into consideration.
The Vessel Megadora Tang-Thru
Screwdriver, No. 930P2150, checks both
those boxes for Ken Elzinga, owner of
Hilltop Auto Service in Bryon Center,
Michigan. This particular screwdriver
is a #2 Phillips - the most commonly
used screwdriver - and a part of Vessel's
Megadora 8-pc Tang-Thru Screwdriver
Set, No. 9308EVA.
Elzinga describes himself as a "lifelong auto tech." He started out in the
automotive industry in 1978, working
in private shops and dealerships before
opening his own shop in 2003.
"I am still a working owner," he says,
explaining that he spends most of his
day diagnosing vehicles and assisting
his technicians on jobs.
Elzinga has had a chance to use a variety of screwdrivers over the years while
out on the shop floor. With the Vessel
screwdriver, he appreciated how the No.
930P2150 held its form, allowing him

to loosen several screws.
Additionally, the knurled
grip on the handle made
it easy to use.
Around the shop,
Elzinga utilized the #2
Phillips screwdriver for various jobs,
such as removing taillights and interior
trim. Though he notes that he often
reaches for his cordless screwdriver,
when it comes to dealing with Phillips
screws, he prefers a hand screwdriver.
In cases where the screw is rusted or
rounded out, Elzinga knows a power tool
would only make the situation worse.
When this happens, he notes, he often
uses the Vessel screwdriver to get the
job done.
"It has a good-sized handle, serrations
on the tip to grip the screw securely, and
so far, has held its tip very well in spite
of some aggressive turning on rounded
screw heads," he says.
Though Elzinga has no suggestions
for improvements for the screwdriver,
he did have a few questions regarding
the tool's warranty, where it is manufactured, and Vessel's policy on shank
replacements.
Vessel was happy to respond to his
questions, noting that the screwdriver
has a three-year warranty and is built
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in Japan to JIS quality. Additionally,
though the shank can be replaced on
most of their screwdrivers, they do not
sell replacement shanks so they can be
sure the tool is properly repaired for the
technician's safety.
"I have found this screwdriver
to be the first choice in my toolbox
when I have a compromised screw,"
Elzinga says.
Overall, he was pleased with the
quality and performance of the Vessel
Megadora Tang-Thru Screwdriver, No.
930P2150.
The complete Megadora 8-pc TangThru Screwdriver Set, No. 9308EVA,
offers a variety of screwdrivers, with
half of them being Phillips head
and the other half flat head. Vessel
notes that the Phillips head especially works well with Japanese (JIS)
screws and is best fitting for screws
found on Japanese vehicles. The set
also contains two stubby screwdrivers that make accessing hard-to-reach
areas simple.
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