Impact wrench/gun

youngbuck · 05-26-2006, 08:08 PM

I'm in the market for a high quality 1/2" impact wrench. Mainly looking at the good brands like Snap-on/Bluepoint, Matco, and Mac Tools.

I've used a few Ingersoll Rand brand impacts wrenches before, and while they're of good quality and very reliable, they've seemed to weigh a little extra than others, and be very loud. And that latter aspect is pretty important to me, because I can't stand a really loud impact gun.

Any suggestions?

My price range is up to ~$250. I'm also looking at used ones in good condition on ebay. Also, how are the composite guns compared to the regular metal ones?

Thanks,

-YB

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Cebby · 05-26-2006, 08:17 PM

You mentioned you've tried IR Guns - did you try the 2135Ti. I know lots of folks who are happy with it. It's somewhere between $200 and $250 IIRC.

A few pics of it here:

http://toolandfab.com/forum/showthread.php?t=181

kyle_22r · 05-27-2006, 11:36 AM

when i decide to pony up for a decent impact, i'm going with the 2135ti. the 1/2" HF impact my mom got me for christmas won't put down half the effort that i can with a 1/2" ratchet.

HarrisonP · 05-27-2006, 01:20 PM

I have the IR 2135ti and have had no problems with it. Its been a very reliable gun and is well worth the money. Sooo much better than the HF one I had been using.

**Corey** · 05-27-2006, 01:35 PM

I carry a Craftsman in the back of the rig.
What I like about Craftsman in the lifetime replacment policy.

I bought mine back around 2000 I think, so they change a little, but this one is similiar to mine.

Impact wrench

***Strap22*** · 05-27-2006, 01:49 PM

Mac is my choice. Never let me down.

youngbuck · 06-03-2006, 03:00 PM

I think I've decided on an which gun I'll get. It's going to be the Ingersoll Rand 2135QTi. It's got pretty much all the attributes I'm looking for. Plenty of power, lightweight, high reliability (like a yota

) and quiet. Thanks!

Wintermute · 06-03-2006, 03:22 PM

I've got a craftsman professional 1/2" impact, got used daily in a shop for over a year and still works as well as the day I bought it.

4rnr · 06-04-2006, 09:30 AM

I didnt think craftsmans replacement warranty applied to an impact!?

Wintermute · 06-04-2006, 12:03 PM

You're correct, 4rnr. Only applies to hand tools, and apparantly torque wrenches aren't counted as hand tools.

HUTCHSTACO · 06-04-2006, 01:42 PM

i have a craftsman impact gun and i love it, they can really save a lot of time, i love having air tools, cool part was i got a compressor, and impact gun for $15, they both work great. the toos i use most are the air ratchit (speeled that wrong) and die grinder, also the tool to pit air in tires, love not having to go to the gas station for air.

4rnr · 06-05-2006, 06:55 AM

Im looking at an aircat. they are on ebay for $150 and they are 1000ft/lbs, composite, and have a tuned exhaust that is supposed to be VERY silent! The guys on pirate seem to love this gun too. Does anyone here have one?

snap-on · 06-05-2006, 07:02 AM

have you considered an electric version?

i know the guy at one of the local 4x4 shops uses it exclusivly for lugnuts and stuff. His is a snap-on version. I got to use it and thought there was no way it would run the lugs off but it did it quicker than my air one at home.

Great for the trail as it requires no air.

86SR522REEFI · 06-05-2006, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

I carry a Craftsman in the back of the rig.
What I like about Craftsman in the lifetime replacment policy.

I bought mine back around 2000 I think, so they change a little, but this one is similiar to mine.

Impact wrench

I sell tools at sears and only the craftsman hand tools are covered for life. I get so many people come in and want to replace drills and table saws that are older than me. The impacts come with a one year for regular and a two year for the professional. Then you can buy a 2 year merch. replacement agreement that will cover everything for two years. Torque wrenches, the ratchet part is covered for life but thats it. I would also go with the IR 2135 also. But I have a snap on so no new gun for me.

HarrisonP · 06-05-2006, 06:12 PM

A guy that I used to work at my shop with me had an Aircat gun that came with some impact sockets. He only occasionally worked in the back and it didn't get that much use, but it seemed pretty sturdy. Everyone else I work with either has Blue Point or Ingersoll Rand. My dad gave me his old Blue Point and I used it for the longest time until it finally bit the dust.

rngrchad · 06-30-2006, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

I carry a Craftsman in the back of the rig.
What I like about Craftsman in the lifetime replacment policy.

I bought mine back around 2000 I think, so they change a little, but this one is similiar to mine.

Impact wrench

Craftsman air tools carry a 2 year warranty. And you have to pay 6 bucks for it. Ingersol Rand makes some of matco's impact guns, as well as many of MacTools guns as well. Snapon's are inferior to IR guns(matco and mac). Unless you are on good terms with the tool truck drivers, the best air gun warranty is by Craftsman and that's only 2 years...but it is 2 years more than any other brand. Do the research, find out the gun you want from MatCo, or Mac and then find the Ingersol Rand equivalent. And I mean they are the SAME gun without the matco or mac name on it.
peace.

youngbuck · 06-30-2006, 06:47 PM

Yea that's exactly what I did. Found a super sweet Matco gun, or maybe it was a Mac, and then went and found the IR equivelant. Definately save a chunk of change.

JamesD · 07-01-2006, 04:47 AM

I use IR impacts for years. The best and cheaper than the Snap-On and others. The most popular is the IR 231. You can get great deals on Ebay for IR stuff.

James

05-27-2006, 11:36 AM	#3 (permalink)
kyle_22r Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Lacey, WA Posts: 3,981	when i decide to pony up for a decent impact, i'm going with the 2135ti. the 1/2" HF impact my mom got me for christmas won't put down half the effort that i can with a 1/2" ratchet. __________________ 1998 tacoma, 3RZ-FE, 5 speed, 30x9.5R15 M/Ts past toys: 1984 4x2 1979 4x4 1991 4x4

05-27-2006, 01:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
HarrisonP Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 309	I have the IR 2135ti and have had no problems with it. Its been a very reliable gun and is well worth the money. Sooo much better than the HF one I had been using. __________________ "Live and learn, Die and forget it all" 1996 4Runner SR5 V6 4x4 Lifted, Locked, and Armored

05-27-2006, 01:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
Corey Co-Founder/Administrator Personal Sales Rating: (0) Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 30,897	I carry a Craftsman in the back of the rig. What I like about Craftsman in the lifetime replacment policy. I bought mine back around 2000 I think, so they change a little, but this one is similiar to mine. Impact wrench __________________ Corey's 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ My Camping Gear Review Blog "Hey Corey, where is my thread?" Missing your thread, then click here

05-27-2006, 01:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
*Strap22* Sponsoring Vendor Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 1,100	Mac is my choice. Never let me down. __________________ Phil (Strap22) toyotatrdparts.com Authorized ARB/OME* Distributor* Authorized OtterBox Dealer Please remember to TREAD Lightly!

06-03-2006, 03:22 PM	#8 (permalink)
Wintermute Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 14	I've got a craftsman professional 1/2" impact, got used daily in a shop for over a year and still works as well as the day I bought it. __________________ --- 89 Extra Cab, 22RE, TrueTrac up front and Detroit in the rear, 5.29s turning 35s.

05-26-2006, 08:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cebby Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 11,201	You mentioned you've tried IR Guns - did you try the 2135Ti. I know lots of folks who are happy with it. It's somewhere between $200 and $250 IIRC. A few pics of it here: http://toolandfab.com/forum/showthread.php?t=181

06-03-2006, 03:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
youngbuck Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 199	I think I've decided on an which gun I'll get. It's going to be the Ingersoll Rand 2135QTi. It's got pretty much all the attributes I'm looking for. Plenty of power, lightweight, high reliability (like a yota ) and quiet. Thanks!

06-04-2006, 09:30 AM	#9 (permalink)
4rnr Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 1,492	I didnt think craftsmans replacement warranty applied to an impact!? __________________ poop 1988 stock 4runner, v6, 5spd, soft top. 1990 fj62 stock and mint! 1992 4runner, 3.4, auto, SAS'ed, Marlin USA springs (4"/5"), 37" PBR's, 30 spline Longfields, Hydro assist, dual inchworms (5:1, twin stick, 23 spline, chromo output, 10* clock) 5.29's, lockrite's, custom exo, High angle drivelines drive shafts, 108" wheelbase, Warn hs9500i, Mcintosh/Dynaudio a/v system. The build up.../f88/1-millionth-sas-my-92-runner-74915/

06-04-2006, 12:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
Wintermute Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 14	You're correct, 4rnr. Only applies to hand tools, and apparantly torque wrenches aren't counted as hand tools. __________________ --- 89 Extra Cab, 22RE, TrueTrac up front and Detroit in the rear, 5.29s turning 35s.

06-04-2006, 01:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
HUTCHSTACO Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Bellevue, Washington Posts: 1,031	i have a craftsman impact gun and i love it, they can really save a lot of time, i love having air tools, cool part was i got a compressor, and impact gun for $15, they both work great. the toos i use most are the air ratchit (speeled that wrong) and die grinder, also the tool to pit air in tires, love not having to go to the gas station for air. __________________ 2006 Tacoma 4x4 TRD Sport with 20's and 285 Goodyear Furtura's and 2 inch cornfed lift 2002 Tacoma Extra Cab V6 (SOLD)

06-05-2006, 06:55 AM	#12 (permalink)
4rnr Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Plainfield, IL Posts: 1,492	Im looking at an aircat. they are on ebay for $150 and they are 1000ft/lbs, composite, and have a tuned exhaust that is supposed to be VERY silent! The guys on pirate seem to love this gun too. Does anyone here have one? __________________ poop 1988 stock 4runner, v6, 5spd, soft top. 1990 fj62 stock and mint! 1992 4runner, 3.4, auto, SAS'ed, Marlin USA springs (4"/5"), 37" PBR's, 30 spline Longfields, Hydro assist, dual inchworms (5:1, twin stick, 23 spline, chromo output, 10* clock) 5.29's, lockrite's, custom exo, High angle drivelines drive shafts, 108" wheelbase, Warn hs9500i, Mcintosh/Dynaudio a/v system. The build up...http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=74915

06-05-2006, 07:02 AM	#13 (permalink)
snap-on Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Peoria IL Posts: 2,411	have you considered an electric version? i know the guy at one of the local 4x4 shops uses it exclusivly for lugnuts and stuff. His is a snap-on version. I got to use it and thought there was no way it would run the lugs off but it did it quicker than my air one at home. Great for the trail as it requires no air. __________________ 94 EX cab, 5speed, V6, locked, ARB bar, NWOR headers 92 4runner, auto, V6, OME suspension, Downey headers

06-05-2006, 06:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
HarrisonP Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 309	A guy that I used to work at my shop with me had an Aircat gun that came with some impact sockets. He only occasionally worked in the back and it didn't get that much use, but it seemed pretty sturdy. Everyone else I work with either has Blue Point or Ingersoll Rand. My dad gave me his old Blue Point and I used it for the longest time until it finally bit the dust. __________________ "Live and learn, Die and forget it all" 1996 4Runner SR5 V6 4x4 Lifted, Locked, and Armored

06-30-2006, 06:47 PM	#17 (permalink)
youngbuck Contributing Member Personal Sales Rating: (0) [OP] Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 199	Yea that's exactly what I did. Found a super sweet Matco gun, or maybe it was a Mac, and then went and found the IR equivelant. Definately save a chunk of change.

07-01-2006, 04:47 AM	#18 (permalink)
JamesD Registered User Personal Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Binghamton, NY Posts: 2,088	I use IR impacts for years. The best and cheaper than the Snap-On and others. The most popular is the IR 231. You can get great deals on Ebay for IR stuff. James

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