I think one of my gadgets from Sears is going to work. It is a fit all driver with several bits including a number two phillips. It has a universal joint on the end that is about an inch long plus the protruded portion of the bit. It wobbles about 30 degrees and it BARELY fits in place on the screw. I managed to turn the screw about two turns during my quick test.

After I get done for the day, I'll go back out there and see if I can get both screws out. There are two brackets that these screws hold in place as well as securing that top HVAC panel. The brackets hold about 4 vacuum lines, so the screws REALLY need to go back in place. If it weren't for that I could consider leaving these two screws out, since there are two other screws holding it nearby. I really hate to leave screws out of anything, but in the past I have done so under certain circumstances.

Maybe this will get the project moving along again.

Thanks to all,