On Dec 24, 7:25*am, "MiamiCuse" wrote:
I rarely use hammers & nails as I typically prefer to use screws over nails.

However once in a while I need to use nails.

I have to do some mending of framing in the attic and I need to nail wood
gussets to a joint. *The space in the attic is tight and angle is awkward.
I cannot get enough leverage so I end up bending and messing up the nails as
I hammer them in. *I don't think this is productive...

Is there a proper way to use a hammer to stop the nails from being bent?

or is there a proper tool to do what I am doing without a hammer? *I cannot
use a nail gun, I need to use 10d nails.

Unless I can use screws to serve the same purpose and drive them using a
power drill with a tight angle attachment.

Thanks,

MC

Time for you to get an Li Ion impact driver and find out how much hard
work you can avoid. Makita (my favorite), Bosch, Milwaukee and DeWalt
and many other manufacturers have them in up to 18V. What makes them
so useful is the very compact size. You should definitely go for Torx
or star drive screws or square drive if your sources for Torx are
limited. If your budget is modest, check out Harbor Frieght, of
course. By the time you have had your impact driver for a while, your
hammer will be used mostly for breaking rocks or smashing beer cans
G. If you need to build or repair a deck, the ID is the way to go.
Even the big hairy construction screws seem to just melt into the
wood. It is real easy to drive the screws too deep, so some practice
is advised at first. And although screws do tend to pull wood pieces
together well. sometimes it helps to pop a clamp on the work until it
is well placed. Bottom line, the ID is exactly the tool you need for
your project.

Joe

Joe