Craftsman Screwdriver Stinks - Honda Pilot

johnrweb · 05-05-2007, 03:35 PM

This is a weird one, but does anybody know why Craftsman screwdriver would put out an odor?

Over the last decade, I've noticed that my Craftsman screwdriver would start putting out an odor. I'm thinking there's something about the plastic they used for the handle. Anyhow, the odor form the screwdriver seem to "contaminate". In other word, if I put that screwdrive in my toolbox, other stuff would start smelling.

Is this normal?

krygny · 05-06-2007, 09:22 AM

Reminds me of the Seinfeld Smelly Car episode. I've noticed the oder of polymers leaching out of some manufactured plastics but I never found it to be particularly offensive and it usually dissipates over time (e.g., "new car smell").

ericsgr · 05-06-2007, 09:36 AM

Funny...........I have a similar issue. My toolbox stinks to high heaven but I don't know what is in there that is causing it. I switched everything to a new tool box and the odor came back. I wonder if I have any Craftsman screwdrivers in there...........I will have to check.

ThePilotster · 05-06-2007, 12:58 PM

Take em back... lifetime warranty is supposed to cover anything... even smell
I brought some back that were in a fire one time and they didnt even ask... just gave me new ones

rocky · 05-06-2007, 08:12 PM

Plastics do deteriorate over time or rather degenerate!

humanoid · 05-06-2007, 11:29 PM

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Originally posted by rocky
Plastics do deteriorate over time or rather degenerate!

yeah, I've had a couple 99 cent store ones do that.

tfrain · 05-07-2007, 09:36 AM

the screwdriver has poop on it...

**colorider** · 05-07-2007, 01:06 PM

Moved to Off-Topic.

Nathan @ NBO · 05-08-2007, 09:25 PM

It's off gassing, plastics do this. Cheaper plastics will do it more. You ever notice you open a new package for a plastic product and it doesn't smell normal, it's the same thing, but it's just a property of the material. It shouldn't be that much of a problem unless your huffing your screw drivers

johnrweb · 05-09-2007, 01:48 AM

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Originally posted by ericsgr
Funny...........I have a similar issue. My toolbox stinks to high heaven but I don't know what is in there that is causing it. I switched everything to a new tool box and the odor came back. I wonder if I have any Craftsman screwdrivers in there...........I will have to check.

Let us know if the smell is isolated to Crafsman Screwdrivers.

johnrweb · 05-09-2007, 01:51 AM

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Originally posted by Nathan @ NBO
It's off gassing, plastics do this. Cheaper plastics will do it more. You ever notice you open a new package for a plastic product and it doesn't smell normal, it's the same thing, but it's just a property of the material. It shouldn't be that much of a problem unless your huffing your screw drivers

If its just plastic smell, its no biggie. But it really stinks. The bad part is that the smell seems to contaminate my toolbox. I basically have to buy a new toolbox because the old one is too smelly after having the screwdriver in it. Weird thing is that you can't wash the smell off.

So now, I have to keep the smelly screwdrivers separate from the "fresh" screwdrivers. If they stay in contact for too long, the fresh ones will start smelling. Weird.

hondacuraplanet · 05-09-2007, 09:24 AM

Buy a can of WD-40 and wipe down the inside, and the smell will disappear.

johnrweb · 05-10-2007, 10:55 PM

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Originally posted by hondacuraworld
Buy a can of WD-40 and wipe down the inside, and the smell will disappear.

Tim,

I've tried soap, I've tried bleach. But never thought of WD-40. Will try it this weekend. This would be awesome if it works.

stlblues · 05-28-2007, 02:19 PM

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Originally posted by johnrweb

Tim,

I've tried soap, I've tried bleach. But never thought of WD-40. Will try it this weekend. This would be awesome if it works.

Throw it away and get the good stuff.....Bosch. Very high quality, durable, and no smell.

05-05-2007, 03:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
johnrweb Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Southern California Posts: 52 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Craftsman Screwdriver Stinks This is a weird one, but does anybody know why Craftsman screwdriver would put out an odor? Over the last decade, I've noticed that my Craftsman screwdriver would start putting out an odor. I'm thinking there's something about the plastic they used for the handle. Anyhow, the odor form the screwdriver seem to "contaminate". In other word, if I put that screwdrive in my toolbox, other stuff would start smelling. Is this normal?

05-06-2007, 09:22 AM	#2 (permalink)
krygny Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NY Panhandle(c) Posts: 2,831 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Reminds me of the Seinfeld Smelly Car episode. I've noticed the oder of polymers leaching out of some manufactured plastics but I never found it to be particularly offensive and it usually dissipates over time (e.g., "new car smell"). __________________ 2003 EX-L, Sage Brush Pearl Side Steps • Rear Splash Guards • Cross Bars • Cargo Tray • Cargo Cover • All-Season Floor Mats • StreetPilot ColorMap • WeatherTech WeatherFlectors • Fortera TripleTreds

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ericsgr Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: upstate NY Posts: 418 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Funny...........I have a similar issue. My toolbox stinks to high heaven but I don't know what is in there that is causing it. I switched everything to a new tool box and the odor came back. I wonder if I have any Craftsman screwdrivers in there...........I will have to check. __________________ Eric 2005 EXL Nighthawk Black Pearl Rear Mud Flaps OEM fog lights ATF and P/S coolers Weather Tech liners cross bars Honda OEM ski rack OEM side steps (black) AVS bug guard Wheel Locks Full sized spare LED interior lights Chrome exhaust tips (PM554)

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Nathan @ NBO Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Seattle Posts: 48 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It's off gassing, plastics do this. Cheaper plastics will do it more. You ever notice you open a new package for a plastic product and it doesn't smell normal, it's the same thing, but it's just a property of the material. It shouldn't be that much of a problem unless your huffing your screw drivers __________________ <a href="http://www.neverburnout.com">NBO HID Kits and HID Bulbs</a><br> Every NBO HID Kit is GUARANTEED FOR LIFE

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