HELP! Need to find a rare screwdriver!

[misconfig]

Guys,

I need to replace a trackpad in a Macbook Pro, although it requires a very special screwdriver - it's called a "triwing" screwdriver and these screws are pretty small.

If anyone happens to have a set of these, I'd be more than willing to rent or buy them! Any suggestions on where I can find a set would reap some rep points. I'd prefer to get them locally as I need to get this fixed ASAP!

 

[redneckmedic]

It looks like harbor frigiht carries a set that has one

32 Piece Screwdriver Set with Tweezers

 

[snapping turtle]

Call graingers on I-69. They will have access to one. Maybe not in INDY at the time but maybe in chicago. Rather rare screw. Made to keep out people not to access compartments.

 

[redneckmedic]

• Includes chrome vanadium slotted, Phillips, Torx, and hex bits
• Nonslip rubber grip handle
• 5/32" hex shank
• Stainless steel tweezers

Slotted bits (6): 1/16'', 5/64'', 3/32'', 1/8'', 9/64'', 5/32''. Phillips bits (4): PH00, PH0, PH1, and PH2. Torx bits (8): T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T10, T15, and T20. Hex bits (7): 0.035", 0.05", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 1/8", and 5/32" Tri-wing bit (1) 1/8'' Triangle bit (1) 1/8'' Five-point star bit (1) 5/64'' Spanner bit (1) 7/64'' Round bit (1) 0.035'' Tweezer dimensions: 4-1/2" L x 3/8" W x 1/8" H Handle dimensions: 3-3/8" L x 7/8" diameter Shipping Weight: 0.50 lbs.

 

[Six Shooter Steve]

saw this on another forum:
You need the Triwing screwdriver to open this Wii 'officially'.

BUT! The "Husky 8-In-1 Precision Screwdriver Model 74502 at Home Depot will pop that thing right open too! The T-4 fit right in the center perfectly to remove the Triwing screws without incident. It worked on my Wii and my GC controller.

homedepot.com do a search for 74502. Don't use a generic brand either because this one has strong metal.

Once you have removed them, simply replace the Triwing screws with Phillips heads in case you ever need to open it again.

It's only $5.97! Oh, and doesn't Home Depot have a lax return policy?

 

[Arm America]

There are currently 427 different triwing screwdrivers on e-bay.
Starting at $1.97 with free shipping.

 

[IndianaResident]

This is a bit of guesswork, but my campus has a Mac support window that has that sort of thing.

Live near a campus? Or maybe a computer store would be willing to rent the necessary ones out change and collateral.

 

[Yeah]

Apple loves tricky fasteners.

Help my Mac, in Irvington, has them but I don't know if they'll sell one.

 

[snapping turtle]

Sorry I have a tough time with buying harbor freight tools made in China. Even if they are cheaper. err cheapest. I would spend the 8 dollars or more to purchase it is USA made.

I have a Chinese AK and one chinese scope left in my collection of hunting/shooting items and am trying to reduce it to one.

I do like to put chinese toothpaste in my mount and I don't feed my dog chinese dog food. I don't like to shop at wal-Mart or china-mart (although we all buy american ammo there) but my wife does.

 

[ChrisK]

Go to web site iFixit.com Order there 26 pc. screwdriver set. They are the go to people for Mac parts and tools.

 

[gus1989]

Guys,

I need to replace a trackpad in a Macbook Pro, although it requires a very special screwdriver - it's called a "triwing" screwdriver and these screws are pretty small.

If anyone happens to have a set of these, I'd be more than willing to rent or buy them! Any suggestions on where I can find a set would reap some rep points. I'd prefer to get them locally as I need to get this fixed ASAP!

Does it have to be replaced or just adjusted. I ask because I spilled liquid on my trackpad and it would only respond if you pressed really hard in certain areas. I thought I would have to replace it too until I came across an article that mentioned adjusting it (by adjusting the single larger tri-wing screw). After doing that, it is good to go. I got the one for the Gameboy/WII (it is still too big for the other six tri wings for actually removing the trackpad though).

 

[Scutter01]

Apple has recently started using "Pentalobal" screws in most of their devices now. If you bring it to an Apple store for service, they will replace any case screws with the new pentalobal screws.

Apple’s Diabolical Plan to Screw Your iPhone iFixit Blog

 

[TB1999]

It's only $5.97! Oh, and doesn't Home Depot have a lax return policy?

what are you getting at?

 

[phrozen5100]

This is a sweet little security bit set. Good for tackling a bit of everything:

BMW E39 M5 S62 5.0L > Search > Security Bit > ES#1905727 100 Piece Security Bit Set - 91310

 

[savage 1212]

McMaster-Carr has tri-wing screwdrivers and normally next day delivery depending on your location. MSC has 1/4" drive tri-wing bits that will fit in your screwdriver. The Wera brand that they carry is made in Germany and is very good quality. MSC Item Detail