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[title] Cost note
-[* icon_caution] ***Current EET owners: All steps are noted if additional bits are needed, or if the EET will work without extra parts. This kit is no longer recommended due to add-on cost creep, but it still (mostly) works as-is without add-ons. The exception is [guide|16901|Step 8|stepid=51852] when a 5mm nut driver your kit doesn't include but is required.***
-[* icon_caution] *** Author's note: Due to cost creep issues with the [product|IF145-373-39|5mm nut driver ($10)|new_window=true] and [product|IF145-009|5mm driver ($15)|new_window=true], the [product|IF145-348|EET has been removed|new_window=true].*** ***If you do not have the right toolkit, purchase the Pro Tech Go (or the refurbished full-sized Pro Tech, search for "refurbished").*** ''If you are on a tight budget and want a cheap kit with lots and lots of bits, the [https://www.harborfreight.com/electronics-repair-kit-87-piece-59258.html|Harbor Freight toolkit|new_window=true] is a good alternative I have personally tested.''
+[* icon_caution] ***Current EET owners: You will need a 5mm driver bit for [guide|16901|Step 8|stepid=51852], your kit DOES NOT INCLUDE THIS BIT. While I no longer recommend it for new purchases, I have found an economical workaround to get the missing bit.***
+[* icon_caution] *** Author's note: Due to add-on cost issues with the EET requiring a [product|IF145-373-39|5mm nut driver ($7.13+)|new_window=true] or [product|IF145-009|5mm driver ($14.05+)|new_window=true], the [product|IF145-348|EET is no longer recommended|new_window=true].*** ***If you are starting fresh and purchasing a new toolkit (and not starting with an existing kit like the EET), purchase the Pro Tech Go (or a refurbished full-sized Pro Tech).*** ''If your budget is tight and you want tons of bits, [https://www.harborfreight.com/electronics-repair-kit-87-piece-59258.html|Harbor Freight has a good overall toolkit available|new_window=true] I have personally tested.''
[* black] ***Backup source for 63/37 leaded solder:*** https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/chip-quik-inc/SMDSW.031-8OZ/7802231