Attaboy... my brother in law hits like that - all 5'9" of him. I call him 'captain cannon', due to his 300 yard drives. His swing looks like he's literally just cranking his torso as fast as he can, letting his arms and hands fall where they may.

So you found your secret after taking the 'hit' out of hitting the ball? My local instructor says to 'feel the force, don't force the feel', I wonder if that's what he means?

Good to hear you've straightened out your driver - let us know how it effects your game!