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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:12:34 PM EDT
I'm stuck between the Milwaukee M12 Drill Driver/Impact Driver Kit at Home Depot for $99 with extra battery and the Ridgid 12V Drill Driver/Impact Driver Kit also at Home Depot, also for $99.
My gut is telling me the Milwaukee is a better tool but I'm not really sure. The Ridgid battery replacement warranty sounds good though as well. All I want it for is some normal household repair type stuff and then maybe making some shelves and a workbench for the garage. Just 2x4's and plywood nothing fancy. I figured that didn't warrant an 18V drill and if I ever need anything heavier duty I would just pick up a cheap corded drill. Thoughts? If anyone has other suggestions within say $30 or so I would be open to hear them. Link to Milwaukee Link to Ridgid EDIT: I got the Milwaukee kit. I can't find my drill bits so I haven't had a chance to test it out more than just pulling the trigger. Really like the feel though so I'm going to keep the set. As much as I want to, I can't justify spending more on an 18V now. If I ever need one down the road it'll be an excuse for a new tool. 
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:25:53 PM EDT
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Link to 18V?
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:27:09 PM EDT
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Go 18 volt...
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:28:20 PM EDT
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Link to 18V? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Couple on sale: Dewalt 20V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Drill-Driver-Kit-DCD771C2/204279858?N=5yc1vZcahh Makita 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-18-Volt-LXT-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Hammer-Driver-Drill-Kit-XPH012/205382798?N=5yc1vZcahh Bosch 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Compact-Drill-Driver-DDBB180-02/205139382 |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:28:48 PM EDT
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Go 18 volt... I need that just to build some shelves and shit? |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:31:02 PM EDT
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The reviews look good on the Milwaukee
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:33:57 PM EDT
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Bosh cordless tools are all I will buy.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:34:17 PM EDT
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Get the Miwaukee 18V Li-Ion (20V in reality).
Or Makita, or Dewalt, but Miwaukee is king for drivers/impact/drills right now with their FUEL line. (spendy, but I've never had one die). |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:35:30 PM EDT
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Harborfreight...
Sheesh... like you guys are made of money?! |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:37:11 PM EDT
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I bought the dewalt 20v last year durning a Father's Day sale.
I drove in around 250 2 1/2" deck screws before I had to switch batteries with the Impact driver. Go 18/20v if possible. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:37:50 PM EDT
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stop looking.
Milwaukee m12 fuel is what you want Thank me later. I take beer or whiskey as thanks Edit: I built an entire workbench with my m12. 2x4's attached to 4x4's with 3" screws. 2 layers of 3/4" ply for the top attached with 2 1/2" screws. Not a problem at all. Batteries charge faster than you will be able to use them |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:39:04 PM EDT
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I use them often and hard and have found Milwaukee to be the most robust and worthwhile for the $$. I ended up with the M18 Li-Ion non-FUEL combo kit. It was $186 shipped on Ebay, and includes the drill/driver as well as the 1/4" impact driver. VERY good tools, and half the price of the (better) FUEL models.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:40:01 PM EDT
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go for the milwaukee.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:40:17 PM EDT
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Milwaukee M12 fuel
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:43:54 PM EDT
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I've switched almost all of my cordress tools to the m12 stuff, their bandsaw and impact driver are my favorite tools. Their heated jackets are bad ass too. The only thing I use in 18v anymore is my half inch drill. If your doing any drilling in concrete get the m12 brushless sds, it's perfect for 1/4" anchors in block or concrete.
Eta Im a commercial electrician and my makita 18v stuff stays in the truck most of the time, the only time I pull it out is if im using a hole saw bigger than a 1-1/2". The 12v stuff does everything else I need it to do at work. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:51:54 PM EDT
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Couple on sale: Dewalt 20V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Drill-Driver-Kit-DCD771C2/204279858?N=5yc1vZcahh Makita 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-18-Volt-LXT-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Hammer-Driver-Drill-Kit-XPH012/205382798?N=5yc1vZcahh Bosch 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Compact-Drill-Driver-DDBB180-02/205139382 Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Link to 18V? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Couple on sale: Dewalt 20V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Drill-Driver-Kit-DCD771C2/204279858?N=5yc1vZcahh Makita 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-18-Volt-LXT-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Hammer-Driver-Drill-Kit-XPH012/205382798?N=5yc1vZcahh Bosch 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Compact-Drill-Driver-DDBB180-02/205139382 I have that Makita. I picked up the set with the impact driver and an extra battery (3 batteries total) for $180 ($199 less a 10% coupon I had) 3 or 4 years ago after our house fire, so it has been through rebuilding and a bunch of projects. All of my batteries are still going strong. One feature on the Makita I initially thought was neat but grew to love is the LED flashlight on the front of each tool - When you are under a cabinet or dashboard where it's dark, that little light makes a big difference. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 1:58:02 PM EDT
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I have that Makita. I picked up the set with the impact driver and an extra battery (3 batteries total) for $180 ($199 less a 10% coupon I had) 3 or 4 years ago after our house fire, so it has been through rebuilding and a bunch of projects. All of my batteries are still going strong. One feature on the Makita I initially thought was neat but grew to love is the LED flashlight on the front of each tool - When you are under a cabinet or dashboard where it's dark, that little light makes a big difference. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Link to 18V? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile Couple on sale: Dewalt 20V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Drill-Driver-Kit-DCD771C2/204279858?N=5yc1vZcahh Makita 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-18-Volt-LXT-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Hammer-Driver-Drill-Kit-XPH012/205382798?N=5yc1vZcahh Bosch 18V: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-1-2-in-Cordless-Compact-Drill-Driver-DDBB180-02/205139382 I have that Makita. I picked up the set with the impact driver and an extra battery (3 batteries total) for $180 ($199 less a 10% coupon I had) 3 or 4 years ago after our house fire, so it has been through rebuilding and a bunch of projects. All of my batteries are still going strong. One feature on the Makita I initially thought was neat but grew to love is the LED flashlight on the front of each tool - When you are under a cabinet or dashboard where it's dark, that little light makes a big difference. I've noticed many drill / drivers have this light feature now. It is definitely something you don't think you need until you're in exactly that position
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:02:08 PM EDT
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Buy once, cry once.
http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCK255X-18-Volt-Hammerdrill-Impact/dp/B001UHOUV2/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1417110809&sr=8-18&keywords=DEWALT+combo+kit+18 That actually looks like a really good price -- they're selling for $259 on eBay  .
And there's the Dewalt promo going on: "This Item Is Included in Our DEWALT $25 Off $100 Holiday Promotion." So it's really $171 (before tax). If I didn't already have it, I'd buy it. But I use my tools a lot and don't like junk. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:02:19 PM EDT
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Makita 18V or go home. regular for homeowner use, LXT for hardcore use. http://www.amazon.com/Makita-LCT200W-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless/dp/B000V2DSE2/ ar-jedi <- king of the DIY kingdom |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:05:35 PM EDT
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We have a number of the Rigid tools at work and they have been pretty good over the past couple of years.
Friends don't let friends buy overpriced Black & Decker aka Black & Yellow.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:33:36 PM EDT
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I shouldn't have asked lol. Now I feel like I need to spend double what I was thinking of.
Thanks a lot Arfcom. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:38:05 PM EDT
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Milwauke. I use the heck out of mine* the one you linked too) and haven't had one problem. 12v is plenty.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:41:28 PM EDT
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stop looking. Milwaukee m12 fuel is what you want Thank me later. I take beer or whiskey as thanks Edit: I built an entire workbench with my m12. 2x4's attached to 4x4's with 3" screws. 2 layers of 3/4" ply for the top attached with 2 1/2" screws. Not a problem at all. Batteries charge faster than you will be able to use them This. I have a full set of both M12 and M18 stuff. My every day go to tool is the M12 driver. 18V stuff only comes out of the truck to run big augers/hole saws or twist in big lag bolts. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:42:45 PM EDT
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Just to muddy it a little more for you, I've got an 18V Hitachi set I have been using for years. Runs great, batteries are still going strong.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:44:04 PM EDT
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Milwaukee M18
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:44:30 PM EDT
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I have the Dewalt kit and it has been really good. My last Dewalt drill lasted forever, I gave it away when I got this new kit and it still worked fine.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:45:13 PM EDT
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Just to muddy it a little more for you, I've got an 18V Hitachi set I have been using for years. Runs great, batteries are still going strong. I saw Consumer Reports liked the Hitachi. Don't they have a lifetime warranty or something too? Fuck me. 
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:45:28 PM EDT
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Go 20v and just start building up the tool set. I went with the 20v to replace my aging 18v tools. The weight is less than my 12v with more power and battery life.
I would watch for places that sell bare tools as opposed to sets as they tend to cost less. I went with Dewalt as they had the largest selection at the time. I don't know what the markets like now but the differences in quality an features between the major players is minor at this point. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:47:09 PM EDT
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I saw Consumer Reports liked the Hitachi. Don't they have a lifetime warranty or something too? Fuck me. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Just to muddy it a little more for you, I've got an 18V Hitachi set I have been using for years. Runs great, batteries are still going strong. I saw Consumer Reports liked the Hitachi. Don't they have a lifetime warranty or something too? Fuck me. Yep. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:47:15 PM EDT
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Milwaukee M18 Fuel |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:53:50 PM EDT
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12 volt? what are you building, model airplanes?..
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Posted: 11/27/2014 2:58:46 PM EDT
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12 volt? what are you building, model airplanes?.. See? Now I feel inadequate.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:08:29 PM EDT
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http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-Fuel-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-1-2-in-Drill-Driver-Compact-Battery-Kit-2603-22CT/203221910
This one is sweet. I have one at work. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:15:42 PM EDT
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I have dewalt drills and am pleased with them.
You can't go wrong with Bosch. I don't own any of their drills, but I have other things made by them. I hear makita makes good stuff, too. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:19:11 PM EDT
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Milwaukees are the best drills, but the Rigid battery replacement warranty is sweet.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:29:08 PM EDT
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Don't listen to these guys
You need a diesel powered drill if you plan on doing real man work Anything less is only used by limp wrist squat to pee types |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:29:23 PM EDT
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Double tap
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:30:36 PM EDT
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Don't listen to these guys You need a diesel powered drill if you plan on doing real man work Anything less is only used by limp wrist squat to pee types What's wrong with squatting to pee? It's much more dainty! 
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:33:11 PM EDT
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Don't listen to these guys You need a diesel powered drill if you plan on doing real man work Anything less is only used by limp wrist squat to pee types If I could find a dead battery for free/cheap, I technically could build myself a diesel-powered drill. 
Wire NATO accessory/slave plug directly to battery wire leads. Run 18V drill on 24V cucv battery system. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:44:11 PM EDT
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used a miluakee fuel at work all the time, thing was fantastic
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Posted: 11/27/2014 3:57:57 PM EDT
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Bosh cordless tools are all I will buy. Same here.bosch is good stuff. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:06:24 PM EDT
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Milwaukee M18 Fuel. Ain't nothing better.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:13:27 PM EDT
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I need that just to build some shelves and shit? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Go 18 volt... I need that just to build some shelves and shit? No, but the next project you embark on might need it.. No sense buying "just enough" tool get something thats well rounded and can handle more then you need just for this little project.. Trust me you'll find use for that 18 volt in your near future. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:16:25 PM EDT
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Well the Milwaukee's look really nice but I started out at $100, now I'm at $200, and the Milwaukee's are ~$300. So not in the budget right now.
How are the Dewalt 20V Brushless tools? |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:19:47 PM EDT
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Either the Makita or Bosch between the ones you linked to.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:33:28 PM EDT
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If you don't need/want a professional grade drill, Ryobi makes a good consumer/prosumer drill. This is a good Deal . It's not brushless and it's not the right drill for someone that makes a living with their drill, but for the average home user this is worth looking at.
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Posted: 11/27/2014 4:33:55 PM EDT
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I've been running Makita 18V brushless impact driver and drill combo(only the impact is BL) for 2 years of hard use at work. I have the model which you can adjust the speed of with the battery power indicator. Works awesome. The rubber bumpers were starting to tear out so I just superglued them back on and keep on trucking.
Realistically, 20V DeWalt, Milwaukee M18 and Makita 18V XLT are all good to go. The only tools I would tell you to stay away from are the new 12V DeWalts. They don't last for shit. I have 2 coworkers who have used them and both burned them out in mere months. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 5:26:49 PM EDT
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I've been running Makita 18V brushless impact driver and drill combo(only the impact is BL) for 2 years of hard use at work. I have the model which you can adjust the speed of with the battery power indicator. Works awesome. The rubber bumpers were starting to tear out so I just superglued them back on and keep on trucking. Realistically, 20V DeWalt, Milwaukee M18 and Makita 18V XLT are all good to go. The only tools I would tell you to stay away from are the new 12V DeWalts. They don't last for shit. I have 2 coworkers who have used them and both burned them out in mere months. There seems to be widespread agreement the Dewalt line isn't what it used to be. EVERYONE who uses Milwaukee loves them. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 5:48:19 PM EDT
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There seems to be widespread agreement the Dewalt line isn't what it used to be. EVERYONE who uses Milwaukee loves them. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've been running Makita 18V brushless impact driver and drill combo(only the impact is BL) for 2 years of hard use at work. I have the model which you can adjust the speed of with the battery power indicator. Works awesome. The rubber bumpers were starting to tear out so I just superglued them back on and keep on trucking. Realistically, 20V DeWalt, Milwaukee M18 and Makita 18V XLT are all good to go. The only tools I would tell you to stay away from are the new 12V DeWalts. They don't last for shit. I have 2 coworkers who have used them and both burned them out in mere months. There seems to be widespread agreement the Dewalt line isn't what it used to be. EVERYONE who uses Milwaukee loves them. Yup. Even the M12 stuff is good. Had a couple coworkers who use it and it's good stuff that lasts and is light. |
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Posted: 11/27/2014 5:49:14 PM EDT
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Well the Milwaukee's look really nice but I started out at $100, now I'm at $200, and the Milwaukee's are ~$300. So not in the budget right now. How are the Dewalt 20V Brushless tools? Good but the M12 stuff is pretty good. Have coworkers who use it day in, day out in construction and no problem. |
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