Impact driver conversion

Stephen Howard · 2010-05-02T18:08:07+00:00

I have a specific recurring job to do, reaming out short, small tubesof brass and I'm in need of a moderately fast, lightweight batterypowered drill.Having hunted around a bit I've found that I can get drills that go upto around 1700 rpm - but they tend to be heavy 18V models ( typically2 speeds with a gearbox that adds to the weight ).Anything much lighter and faster costs a packet.I've noticed though that impact drivers are typically small and lightand run at speeds in excess of 2000 rpm - even quite cheap ones.Thing is, the impact part is a no-no - so does anyone know what thechances are of being able to strip down such a driver and 'lock' ordisable the impact part of the deal?Failing that, any pointers on a suitably fast and light drill thatcomes in under or around the £100 mark ( Dremel-type drills areunsuitable )?Regards,