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Posted: 10/27/2020 4:45:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Someone else posted it but I'll say it also... As a guy who turned wrenches for 30 years making a living, I can't stand pin socket retention. Even leaving a short 1" extension on all the time is kind a pain in the ass after a while. That said, as a Dewalt fanboy myself the price on this combo is really good if you can live with pin ! You can easily use a sanding drum in a dremel to knock it down so it works like a regular ball detent. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 4:49:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's a good deal but just keep in mind how big these are before you buy one, for a lot of compact cars you cant fit this thing anywhere near the engine. maybe the subframe, suspension, brakes, but thats it. It's a good tool for taking to the junk yard and whatnot, but at home I'd rather use corded or air tools. maybe 3/8 smaller size, air to get into those tight spots. it all depends on what you need battery tools are a lot bigger and heavier than their air counterparts. and the air tools have the same power and fit into smaller areas. This is 1/2 drive bro. It’s for tires, underbody bolts, snowplows, etc. But you have an excellent point: Can anyone recommend a battery powered 3/8 or 1/4 drive that isn't much bigger than a normal ratchet? |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 4:51:26 PM EDT
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I'm only $150 invested into Dewalt, but I have a drill, impact, circular saw, and a sawzall. I've been eying the Milwaukee, but this deal is too good. I could use another Dewalt battery as well.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 4:53:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Is DeWalt still made by Black & Decker or was that just a rumor? B&D is the parent company for DeWalt for decades. The first DeWalt tools were also B&D’s industrial line. I believe they owned Rockwell, Porter Cable and Delta for awhile too. B&D merged with Stanley in 2010, both were pretty large conglomerates before the merger. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 4:58:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Return and re-buy? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Fuck me. Just bought one a week ago at normal price. Oh well. Return and re-buy?  Actually have two now. This new one is to keep in the jeep for faster trail repairs. Been breaking more stuff lately.  Attached File |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:00:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Already threw the box away, wrote my name on it with a permanent marker, and used it to swap a broken front axleshaft on my jeep Actually have two now. This new one is to keep in the jeep for faster trail repairs. Been breaking more stuff lately. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/316047/IMG_4197_jpg-1656719.JPG Buy the new one. Return the new one using your old receipt. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:02:13 PM EDT
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I use this combo daily at work. I average 20 hours of labor a day working on Honda. The battery lasts me 3 days on average. Unless I’ve got a long extension and a wobble on it this will do 95 percent of what I need a half inch for. I use air for the rest.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:02:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This is 1/2 drive bro. It's for tires, underbody bolts, snowplows, etc. But you have an excellent point: Can anyone recommend a battery powered 3/8 or 1/4 drive that isn't much bigger than a normal ratchet? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: It's a good deal but just keep in mind how big these are before you buy one, for a lot of compact cars you cant fit this thing anywhere near the engine. maybe the subframe, suspension, brakes, but thats it. It's a good tool for taking to the junk yard and whatnot, but at home I'd rather use corded or air tools. maybe 3/8 smaller size, air to get into those tight spots. it all depends on what you need battery tools are a lot bigger and heavier than their air counterparts. and the air tools have the same power and fit into smaller areas. This is 1/2 drive bro. It's for tires, underbody bolts, snowplows, etc. But you have an excellent point: Can anyone recommend a battery powered 3/8 or 1/4 drive that isn't much bigger than a normal ratchet? The Milwaukee M12 ratchets are about as close as you'll find. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:11:03 PM EDT
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I've got Makita’s drill set, Ryobi drill set and Dewalt setup.
My favorite is Makita, then Dewalt and Ryobi. The Makita’s and dewalts are just beast they seem to never stop working. I have more Ryobi tools than any because of price. From the drills, saws, lights, radio, little chop saw. To be fair though I have the 18v dewalt not the new 20v max xr seems to be an animal with it's specs But Ryobi just does not seem to have the ump these others have. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:13:33 PM EDT
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I think I will get one.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:37:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've got Makita’s drill set, Ryobi drill set and Dewalt setup. My favorite is Makita, then Dewalt and Ryobi. The Makita’s and dewalts are just beast they seem to never stop working. I have more Ryobi tools than any because of price. From the drills, saws, lights, radio, little chop saw. To be fair though I have the 18v dewalt not the new 20v max xr seems to be an animal with it's specs But Ryobi just does not seem to have the ump these others have. I have a bunch of Ryobi stuff and was looking at their impact. I want it for lug nuts. The most powerful one they make puts out 300lb/ft. and cost $140. Kind of surprised Milwaukee hasn't rubbed off on them a little more in the impact department. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:54:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a bunch of Ryobi stuff and was looking at their impact. I want it for lug nuts. The most powerful one they make puts out 300lb/ft. and cost $140. Kind of surprised Milwaukee hasn't rubbed off on them a little more in the impact department. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I've got Makita’s drill set, Ryobi drill set and Dewalt setup. My favorite is Makita, then Dewalt and Ryobi. The Makita’s and dewalts are just beast they seem to never stop working. I have more Ryobi tools than any because of price. From the drills, saws, lights, radio, little chop saw. To be fair though I have the 18v dewalt not the new 20v max xr seems to be an animal with it's specs But Ryobi just does not seem to have the ump these others have. I have a bunch of Ryobi stuff and was looking at their impact. I want it for lug nuts. The most powerful one they make puts out 300lb/ft. and cost $140. Kind of surprised Milwaukee hasn't rubbed off on them a little more in the impact department. Yeah thanks man. You owe me $212... I’ve already got 14 Ryobi tools, 8 batteries, 6 chargers... Now you made me buy into a whole new universe.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:55:55 PM EDT
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No Milwaukee no care.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 5:57:37 PM EDT
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Quoted: Already threw the box away, wrote my name on it with a permanent marker, and used it to swap a broken front axleshaft on my jeep Actually have two now. This new one is to keep in the jeep for faster trail repairs. Been breaking more stuff lately. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/316047/IMG_4197_jpg-1656719.JPG Quoted: Buy the new one. Return the new one using your old receipt. Wakeboarder is smart man. Also, time for some bigger axles. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 6:03:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My crew have been using DeWalt 20v Max professionally since they came out with it, haven’t worn out a tool or a battery since, there’s nothing wrong with them. Some of them are beat to shit but still run like champs, haven’t even worn out the non-brushless versions. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Pfff... get this or gtfo. I have a 1/2” drive unit that breaks lug nuts free no problem. https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71tnuvXAN-L._AC_SL1500_.jpg My crew have been using DeWalt 20v Max professionally since they came out with it, haven’t worn out a tool or a battery since, there’s nothing wrong with them. Some of them are beat to shit but still run like champs, haven’t even worn out the non-brushless versions. Agree with this. When you have to break out the 3/4 air gun then you should probably just get the torch and use the half inch cordless anyway. It's all brand loyalty when you get into the really nice stuff. They all work just as good as each other, numbers are there to look cool in the catalog. Former diesel mechanic here. Edit: We used Milwaukee shit. ????? |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 6:10:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yeah thanks man. You owe me $212... I’ve already got 14 Ryobi tools, 8 batteries, 6 chargers... Now you made me buy into a whole new universe. In imagining a world where all the colors can love in harmony. Got a space ready for the battery.  Attached File |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 6:19:45 PM EDT
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Nice gun.
I'd probably get the Milwaukee for 50 more and the battery. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:05:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Wakeboarder is smart man. Also, time for some bigger axles. 
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:06:57 PM EDT
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If you are not already setup with dewalt cordless stuff. The milwaukee “surge” impact is the bees knees.
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:23:37 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:51:36 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:54:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Deleted for security You shouldn't buy it because you love dragging extension cords around looking for an outlet to fuck |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 7:54:54 PM EDT
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted: In imagining a world where all the colors can love in harmony. Got a space ready for the battery. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309434/20201027_180831_1__jpg-1656818.JPG Yeah I must have 14 Ryobi batteries lol everytime they go on sale The Ryobi spot light friggin rocks. That thing put out light. Got fan too lol bought the 8 battery bank charger to. Plus has charges my cell phone too. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 8:01:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Is DeWalt still made by Black & Decker or was that just a rumor? It's Stanley Black & Decker, actually. But yeah. |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 8:02:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: B&D is the parent company for DeWalt for decades. The first DeWalt tools were also B&D’s industrial line. I believe they owned Rockwell, Porter Cable and Delta for awhile too. B&D merged with Stanley in 2010, both were pretty large conglomerates before the merger. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Is DeWalt still made by Black & Decker or was that just a rumor? B&D is the parent company for DeWalt for decades. The first DeWalt tools were also B&D’s industrial line. I believe they owned Rockwell, Porter Cable and Delta for awhile too. B&D merged with Stanley in 2010, both were pretty large conglomerates before the merger. https://www.stanleyblackanddecker.com/our-businesses/our-brands |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 8:09:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: My employer recently bought an impact torque testing machine to see when their assembly tools need to be rebuilt, so naturally we all brought in our tools to try out. In the small sample size we had, the yellow and red teams were basically identical, Ryobi sucked major donkey balls, but no one actually put up the torque numbers they were claiming. IIRC we basically got: Milwaukee M18 Fuel 1/2" and Dewalt brushless 1/2" - 450ft-lbs Herculese 1/2" 18V - 350ft-lbs Ryobi 1/2" 18V - 225ft-lbs Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Pfff... get this or gtfo. I have a 1/2” drive unit that breaks lug nuts free no problem. https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71tnuvXAN-L._AC_SL1500_.jpg My employer recently bought an impact torque testing machine to see when their assembly tools need to be rebuilt, so naturally we all brought in our tools to try out. In the small sample size we had, the yellow and red teams were basically identical, Ryobi sucked major donkey balls, but no one actually put up the torque numbers they were claiming. IIRC we basically got: Milwaukee M18 Fuel 1/2" and Dewalt brushless 1/2" - 450ft-lbs Herculese 1/2" 18V - 350ft-lbs Ryobi 1/2" 18V - 225ft-lbs Anyone try Ridgid or Makita? |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 8:20:44 PM EDT
[#27]
Red race checking in.
For real though if it makes you happy go for it. But Im red or dead.  Attached File |
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Posted: 10/27/2020 9:22:19 PM EDT
[#28]
I fent...
Arfcom costing me money again... 
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Posted: 10/28/2020 5:43:52 AM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It is $249 for impact and a 5.0 battery is a steal. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: My stuff is all Milwaukee so I'm holdin out for a sale on the high torque 1/2". I'd also like a 1/4" impact, not ratchet. It is $249 for impact and a 5.0 battery is a steal. Yeah, I see that deal a lot but I'm in no hurry so I'm kinda hangin around till BF to see if anything pops up. 
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Posted: 10/28/2020 5:50:21 AM EDT
[#30]
Milwaukee Master Race
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Posted: 10/28/2020 5:56:15 AM EDT
[#31]
Fuck pin retention, I'd rather just use a breaker bar. Hog ring or nothing.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 6:00:45 AM EDT
[#32]
We have one and we use it more than our pneumatic. It’s strong enough to twist 1/2 lugs if you are not careful.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 6:28:57 AM EDT
[#33]
Quoted: Home depot has a screaming deal right now. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309434/Screenshot_20201027-142235_1__png-1656496.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309434/Screenshot_20201027-142806_png-1656501.JPG |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:17:32 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Is DeWalt still made by Black & Decker or was that just a rumor? Black and Decker had an industrial line of power tools 20 years ago and they were very good tools, I still have a B and D sawzall. Dewalt bought that division of B and D back then. I used to be in the tool business and I remember the day our rep came in to introduce the line. He had a Black and Decker T shirt, of course it was black, and after telling us about the acquisition, he took off his B and D shirt and had a yellow Dewalt shirt on underneath. |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:19:06 AM EDT
[#35]
I have that with the 60v battery from homey d on their special deals. Works really nice, it's not brushless but it's still good as I am a weekend warrior only.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:28:52 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:34:49 AM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryThat’s a knock off battery for sale with a misleading title Did you really think you could get a $250 tool for $50? |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:48:58 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Wakeboarder is smart man. Also, time for some bigger axles. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Already threw the box away, wrote my name on it with a permanent marker, and used it to swap a broken front axleshaft on my jeep Actually have two now. This new one is to keep in the jeep for faster trail repairs. Been breaking more stuff lately. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/316047/IMG_4197_jpg-1656719.JPG Quoted: Buy the new one. Return the new one using your old receipt. Wakeboarder is smart man. Also, time for some bigger axles. |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 8:53:13 AM EDT
[#39]
That is a good deal. I have an air powered IR brand that gets done what i need to do. If the need for an impact arose more often I’d be all over that.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 9:04:09 AM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Pfff... get this or gtfo. I have a 1/2” drive unit that breaks lug nuts free no problem. https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71tnuvXAN-L._AC_SL1500_.jpg Buy the 100% China product? |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 9:56:06 AM EDT
[#41]
Looks like Lowes has the same deal. Great impact. The DCF894B is a nice one too. A little less balls, but lighter and handier. I rarely touch the 899 after picking up the 894. It has yet to disappoint me. Lowes also has a 2 pack of the 20v 5ah batteries with charger and tool bag for $199. Thats a lot of fuel and HP for $200. Having owned both brands and frequent usage, I am one of the guys that actually prefers Dewalt over Milwaukee. The $99 20V drill packages make great Christmas gifts!
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Posted: 10/28/2020 10:20:25 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I feel like I need this, but not sure why. I have dewalt 20v tools already including a drill and 1/4" impact. What would I use the 1/2 for besides lug nuts? I've used it to pull blades from my mower, leaf spring and shackle bolts, engine mounts, putting in really big lags in outdoor wood projects, etc. I have a 1/4" too that gets used for most things, but when you don't want to mess around, bring the big guns out. |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:08:16 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've used it to pull blades from my mower, leaf spring and shackle bolts, engine mounts, putting in really big lags in outdoor wood projects, etc. I have a 1/4" too that gets used for most things, but when you don't want to mess around, bring the big guns out. Thanks. I fent last night, looking forward to finding uses for it
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:18:06 AM EDT
[#44]
Already have a Milwaukee but yeah, that deal went viral on Slickdeals pretty hard.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:20:07 AM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I feel like I need this, but not sure why. I have dewalt 20v tools already including a drill and 1/4" impact. What would I use the 1/2 for besides lug nuts? when you put on a suspension lift... a 1/4inch isn't enough to take off brake parts, strut bolts, and my dewalt 1/4 runs out of torque at about 75 ft/lb ish. I had stuff that needed torqued to 110... Or when you REALLLY hate a bolt and want twist it in half... cuz oyu know reasons... |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:23:13 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: You don’t?  Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: I have one. It's awesome. Of course Dewalt 20v and Flexvolt is the platform I've adopted. I keep it in my truck 24/7 along with a floor jack. I'm like a Nascar pit crew... This tool and the 60V table saw are my favorites (bought for less than batteries cost that came with it on previous deal of the day). you keep a floor jack in your truck? You don’t? THIS^^ soon as you put bigger tires, any sort of suspension upgrades, or lift ect in your rig your factory screw jack frequently stops being useful. since you need an extension to make yours useful again, why not go for the full monty and have abiltiy to do more than just mess around? plus they slip less.(tohugh in a CUV im more space limited and need an extension for my jack..) |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:35:51 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: THIS^^ soon as you put bigger tires, any sort of suspension upgrades, or lift ect in your rig your factory screw jack frequently stops being useful. since you need an extension to make yours useful again, why not go for the full monty and have abiltiy to do more than just mess around? plus they slip less.(tohugh in a CUV im more space limited and need an extension for my jack..) Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I have one. It's awesome. Of course Dewalt 20v and Flexvolt is the platform I've adopted. I keep it in my truck 24/7 along with a floor jack. I'm like a Nascar pit crew... This tool and the 60V table saw are my favorites (bought for less than batteries cost that came with it on previous deal of the day). you keep a floor jack in your truck? You don’t? THIS^^ soon as you put bigger tires, any sort of suspension upgrades, or lift ect in your rig your factory screw jack frequently stops being useful. since you need an extension to make yours useful again, why not go for the full monty and have abiltiy to do more than just mess around? plus they slip less.(tohugh in a CUV im more space limited and need an extension for my jack..) I keep surplus HMMWV scissor jacks in my lifted vehicles - heavy duty yet still compact and tall enough to lift wheels. I tried to fo yesterday but the Home Depot website kept glitching out with my credit card info and wouldn't let me complete the check-out process. Maybe I'll try again today. I've needed one of these for years but always procrastinated purchasing one. |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:48:06 AM EDT
[#48]
Wife just got some milwakee cordless screw driver and smaller impact at home depot. That thing is pretty sweet. Friend also has the bigger impact version he uses at work and said they r better than his snap-ons. So I ended up getting the home depot deal where it was the bigger 18v versions that came with 2 batteries and charger.
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:53:21 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I keep surplus HMMWV scissor jacks in my lifted vehicles - heavy duty yet still compact and tall enough to lift wheels. I tried to fo yesterday but the Home Depot website kept glitching out with my credit card info and wouldn't let me complete the check-out process. Maybe I'll try again today. I've needed one of these for years but always procrastinated purchasing one. Yep. I keep an RV scissor jack in mine. Light, compact, proven. |
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Posted: 10/28/2020 11:58:59 AM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've used it to pull blades from my mower, leaf spring and shackle bolts, engine mounts, putting in really big lags in outdoor wood projects, etc. I have a 1/4" too that gets used for most things, but when you don't want to mess around, bring the big guns out. same uses as you. I bought my 1/2 impact when I bought a new trailer and needed to adjust it for the boat. made it real easy. i use 1/4 for little stuff. I might get a 3/8. I'm not sure. I might just keep using my air ratchet. Harbor Freight master race checking in. |
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