leatherman bit driver

[prime77]

I was using my Surge with my stepson to change the wheels from one skateboard to another and when I was finished I removed the bit I was using the little metal spring that snaps the bit into place popped out also.  Luckally I found it and was able to put it back into place but I keeps coming loose after putting the bit in an pulling it out over and over again.  Has this problem happed to anyone else? And does anyone have any suggestions?

[CacherX4]

I use my bit holder alot on the Charge without any problems...

[prime77]

The Charge Ti has been my EDC of choice for awhile now and I've used the bit criver tons of times with no trouble either.  That's why I was suprised when it popped out of my Surge.  But without that metal spring the bit driver is useless. There is nothing to lock the bit into place.

[J-sews]

This hasn't happened to me, but I read about it on another forum. Soon after, I put a drop of clear fingernail polish on the end of the spring where it forms a small loop. I did the same thing on the little spring for the eyeglass screwdriver. I did this about 7 or 8 months ago, and forgot about it until I read your post.

I just checked. I still have both springs and the nail polish is still there, despite several oilings and washings.

[CacherX4]

OK, so tonight I have learned to use mineral oil on my tools after washing and I should put some clear nailpolish on my bit holder springs   I might give that a try before I have problems.  Thanks Bob for sharing what you have done.

[prime77]

That small loop seems to the place where the spring is working loose.  I was thinking about some type of glue or locktight substance. I didn't think about nail polish. If it worked for you I'll have to try it out. Thanks

[prime77]

I gave my Surge, Wave and Charge bit drivers a nice clear coat of nail polish today Who would have thought that shopping for clear nail polish at Wal-Mart would be so difficult.