Need new drill soon
09-27-2006, 07:09 AM
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I guess i am just lucky.
I pick up things like impact sockets, pliers, screwdrivers, saw blades ect, pretty selective not everything is gonna pass.
My air tools are from there and i have had no problems to date. I get the impact style sockets alot cheaper than others regular sockets. We have an air nailer that's going on 4or 5 years now with a lot of project under its belt.
Know a couple pro mechanics that only use HF and make out OK.
I like Snap on, Macao, Craftsman, ect, but i usually do things on a shoestring budget and try to make things as cost effective as possible. I have broken at least one of every manufacturer's tools i guess everything breaks, its just a matter of when.
I pick up things like impact sockets, pliers, screwdrivers, saw blades ect, pretty selective not everything is gonna pass.
My air tools are from there and i have had no problems to date. I get the impact style sockets alot cheaper than others regular sockets. We have an air nailer that's going on 4or 5 years now with a lot of project under its belt.
Know a couple pro mechanics that only use HF and make out OK.
I like Snap on, Macao, Craftsman, ect, but i usually do things on a shoestring budget and try to make things as cost effective as possible. I have broken at least one of every manufacturer's tools i guess everything breaks, its just a matter of when.
09-27-2006, 08:08 AM
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09-27-2006, 08:26 AM
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My first drill was from harbor fright and I keep it around because it shoots sparks out and I think it is funny
....Very soon after I purchased it I got a Rigid and have never looked back.
....Very soon after I purchased it I got a Rigid and have never looked back.
09-27-2006, 08:43 AM
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At work all i ever see is Hitachi and Makita. Hitachi is my personal favorite because it is cheaper and has a better warranty. The crapsman drills have a crap warranty. You wont regret going with a hitachi. And they look freakin cool too. lol. Nothing beats a 5 year warranty.
09-27-2006, 04:57 PM
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With all of the Harbor Freight power tools I have owned, the power cord is the first thing to go. I have never seen anything like it. As for the Northern Tool air tools, I bought a 3/8 air ratchet and broke it on the second day at work. 
09-28-2006, 05:02 AM
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Maybe you should find a new use for it!
HAHAHA!
09-28-2006, 05:03 AM
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Dont tell me that. We have had good luck with northern tool so far! Your gonna jinx me!:pat:
09-28-2006, 05:31 AM
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crapsman power tools are just that crap. I cant tell you how many friends ive had buy them thinking the same thing applies to the powertools as the hand tools.
Dewalt or milwalkee all the way.
I stick to smaller volatages for smaller more compact, lighter tools. Unless your running deck screws in all day there is really no good reason to lug around an 18v version when a 14V one works great.
and when i need a "real" drill i reach for my
Dewalt or milwalkee all the way.
I stick to smaller volatages for smaller more compact, lighter tools. Unless your running deck screws in all day there is really no good reason to lug around an 18v version when a 14V one works great.
and when i need a "real" drill i reach for my
10-03-2006, 04:38 PM
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I think the best drills are Bosch. Ryobis are good, but can't hold a charge very well. Dewalts are great, but just heavier and you have to buy other tools to get the extra battery. I myself have a Kawasaki 19.2 which works pretty good, is light, and quite durable. I picked it up at Costco for $40 with an extra battery, charger, and plethora of drill bits.
10-04-2006, 04:54 AM
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I second that, not sure why but Bosch has always been my favorite even over Milwaukee and Dewalt. All my power hand tools are Bosch too (except for a a Sawzall and a massive boring drill that will tear your arms off - both Milwaukee). I always thought of Bosch stuff being more geared towards fine woodworking (which I enjoy) and the Milwaukee and Dewalt stuff was more for rugged industrial use.....I am sure it is all in my head though.
10-12-2006, 02:33 PM
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I like DeWalt and Milwaukee. If you check out Costco from time to time, they have really good package deals on DeWalt cordless tool kits (Circular Saw, Reciprocating Saw, Drill, Light, etc...) or sometimes individual tool packs. I got a DeWalt 14v cordless drill with carrying case, bits, and extra battery for less than a drill alone at Sears or Home Depot.
You may pay a little more for DeWalt or Milwaukee up front, but they pay for themselves on the job site or at work on the truck.
Just my .02,
Merlin
You may pay a little more for DeWalt or Milwaukee up front, but they pay for themselves on the job site or at work on the truck.
Just my .02,
Merlin
10-12-2006, 02:48 PM
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Last year I purchased a set of 10 RYOBI power tools, and have been VERY VERY happy with them. Batteries charge in AN HOUR, and they are $40. bucks FOR TWO!!!
Right now you can get an 8 peice 18V Ryobi set, which includes: a drill, sawzall, circular saw (5.5" VERY handy), jig saw, flashlight, sander, vac, and charger all for $214.00 what could be better than that? They come with a 1 year warranty, for 30 bucks you can get 3 more years of warrany.
Right now you can get an 8 peice 18V Ryobi set, which includes: a drill, sawzall, circular saw (5.5" VERY handy), jig saw, flashlight, sander, vac, and charger all for $214.00 what could be better than that? They come with a 1 year warranty, for 30 bucks you can get 3 more years of warrany.
An old DeWalt and a Coleman Powermate - they both work well, no problems at all. Happy drilling!
10-12-2006, 05:04 PM
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I work construction (tile setting) and we have a 110v Milwaukee for mixing thin set and NOTHING comes close to it. It's gets used and abused and it runs just like at day 1.
As far as cordless, we use a Dewalt drill (18v) because it has gobs of power and the batteries last forever through many re-charges. There are probably many other brands out there that do just as well or better (especially with lithium coming out now) but with the competition now a days it'd be stupid to try each one.
As far as cordless, we use a Dewalt drill (18v) because it has gobs of power and the batteries last forever through many re-charges. There are probably many other brands out there that do just as well or better (especially with lithium coming out now) but with the competition now a days it'd be stupid to try each one.
10-19-2006, 02:25 PM
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FYI home depot is occasionally running a $200 special for a new dewalt drill (3 speed), 2 batteries, charger and a vacuum.
It's kinda hard to find since not all HD's are doing it and they only have a few at a time but 2 people I work with have got in on this deal.
It's kinda hard to find since not all HD's are doing it and they only have a few at a time but 2 people I work with have got in on this deal.
