Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 30 August 2017, 08:30:28
889 20v max, (brushed)
and
89x 20v max xr, (brushless)....
The 889 is rated for 400ftlb of torque
The 89x is rated for 700ftlb of torque
Last time I checked, a brushless motor is more efficient but NOT + 75% torque..
Then there's that clipboard youtube guy, who measured the Dynamic torque of the 89x @ 410ish ftlb..
There's been no dynamic torque rating of 889 seen..
Am starting to wonder if the 889 and 89x actually have much closer specs, but Dewalt's trying to Trick us like 6 Peak Horsepower shop vacs.. (which are actually only 2hp)
It seems more realistic that the dynamic torque of the 889 would be something like 300ftlb.
Damit, where is kurplop
889 brushed
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89x brushless
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Post by: Gajible on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:03:15
Post by: digi on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:06:33
Post by: 0100010 on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:08:35
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:25:37
Wonder how different the hammers are internally. Also, larger bearing surface on the 89x (not that that would matter that much).
the 89x is a bit bigger in hammer diameter for sure....
Post by: Auk on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:31:28
...trying to Trick us like 6 Peak Horsepower shop vacs..
Power tools are just one more category of products where marketing and BS rule the spec sheets e.g. all those voltage specs are BS, 12v is actually 10.8v - the only time you see 12v when the battery is 100% charged, as soon as you start using the tool and the battery voltage immediately drops close to the real spec, but you know bigger numbers sound better...
Another example is power of routers. I looked at a consumer model claiming 1200W power. Delving deeper I realized that the power at the tool head was still less than an honestly specified 800W professional tool.
For torque and there is much more to consider than just the motor. Is the transmission metal or plastic? how are the teeth profiled? what is the gear ratio? etc. Impact drivers and wrenches can also be rated for 'hard torque' and 'soft torque.' The high number is the peak maximum to start driving or loosening the the screw or bolt. The lower number is what the torque will build to as a screw is driven home.
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 30 August 2017, 10:32:39
Tp4 remembers that kinetic energy is proportional to the square of the force applied ?
So... if the KE is 2x the other, then the force applied is 1.4x ??
ALSO, if work = delta ke, if we go from stand still, does that mean w = ke(final) = .5mv^2
Post by: 0100010 on Wed, 30 August 2017, 11:58:43
Post by: kurplop on Wed, 30 August 2017, 13:08:13
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 30 August 2017, 15:41:23
Since you asked tp, here I am. I think Auk summed it up better than I could. I'd only add that the total mass of the tool can also affect the usable torque that gets delivered to the bolt, screw, or nut. Probably not as much as a non-impact tool but it is still a factor.
kurplop.. dewalt vs makita weeboo wrench.. xpert opinion..
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Post by: kurplop on Wed, 30 August 2017, 18:04:18
Post by: kurplop on Wed, 30 August 2017, 21:31:27
I've pretty much given up on Milwaukee because of poor battery performance. I've invested in 18 and 28 volt systems and can't count on more than a years use from them. Pretty sad when you pay $100-$140 for a battery.
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 30 August 2017, 21:56:59
One reason I like Makita is that I've found their 18v 3ah batteries to be long lasting and reliable. It's also nice to stay with the same brand so you don't have to have batteries and chargers for each tool. Over the past 15 years I've probably bought about 12 to 14 batteries and only 4 or 5 have gone bad. That has been under more rigorous conditions than most homeowner/hobbyest would see.
I've pretty much given up on Milwaukee because of poor battery performance. I've invested in 18 and 28 volt systems and can't count on more than a years use from them. Pretty sad when you pay $100-$140 for a battery.
Makita seems to be really pushing their new rubber dampener system between the handle and battery..
But, is that a plastic cuff connection with rubber grommet-ting, or is it a rubber to rubber connection only.. i can't tell..
Looking at their XWT08Z
Post by: kurplop on Thu, 31 August 2017, 00:45:15
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 31 August 2017, 00:53:52
I only have pneumatic impact wrenches so I don't know anything about that model. Is the dampener to protect the battery or the operator?
it's to protect the battery electronics..
but i've had (bio-degradable) rubber (degrade) on me.. so , i'm not sure how that cuff section works.
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 31 August 2017, 04:15:30
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 31 August 2017, 09:03:51
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
how good are their new drills..
I only have their older compact drill.. it's pretty decent.
but then they rate their new drill at much higher UWO, which is another unit they invented. hahahaha
Post by: Auk on Thu, 31 August 2017, 09:33:40
What I would be considering is whether one brand vs another has more or fewer tools that I need/want that are compatible with the battery system. I'd also look at the local prices, availability and how easy it is to get repair under warranty. Finally I wouldn't necessarily choose the tool with the most power, I'd choose enough power and the tool that is shortest/most compact front to back.
Maybe you can find some more useful nuggets of information on one of these blogs: http://toolsinaction.com/ & http://toolguyd.com/
Post by: digi on Thu, 31 August 2017, 12:08:12
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
XR is legit, I used to use to be a Makita-Man, I'll only buy DeWalt now. :D Welcome to #TeamDrillersElite
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 31 August 2017, 12:23:56
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
XR is legit, I used to use to be a Makita-Man, I'll only buy DeWalt now. :D Welcome to #TeamDrillersElite
I am going to home depot later today to buy the xr.. i think i'm pretty much decided..
I'll have to look at the makita, if they have that on the floor, but I'm still weary of that handle cuff..
Post by: digi on Thu, 31 August 2017, 12:27:03
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
XR is legit, I used to use to be a Makita-Man, I'll only buy DeWalt now. :D Welcome to #TeamDrillersElite
I am going to home depot later today to buy the xr.. i think i'm pretty much decided..
I'll have to look at the makita, if they have that on the floor, but I'm still weary of that handle cuff..
When I bought my XR Amazon Prime had it cheaper than the Depot..
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Thu, 31 August 2017, 12:31:23
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
XR is legit, I used to use to be a Makita-Man, I'll only buy DeWalt now. :D Welcome to #TeamDrillersElite
I am going to home depot later today to buy the xr.. i think i'm pretty much decided..
I'll have to look at the makita, if they have that on the floor, but I'm still weary of that handle cuff..
I used to be a fan of makita, and have them for the house. Then used Milwaukee for a bit at work. Then the XR line. Of them all XR was hands down the best. I'm going to be getting new power tools soon and am planning on going with the XR line.
I'm no expert when it comes to power tools. But from daily use in an industrial environment, I never had issues with Dewalt.
Post by: Gajible on Thu, 31 August 2017, 13:45:00
This thing hauls ass, and takes a beating without issue.
It is expensive, but you pay for what you get.
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 31 August 2017, 13:51:11
If you are looking to purchase, get the XR. I have used both of these models, as well as their drills, in my last job, and the XR/brushless outperform the brushed models. If you are putting in any sort of real work with them, the brushless model will outwork the brushed any day.
XR is legit, I used to use to be a Makita-Man, I'll only buy DeWalt now. :D Welcome to #TeamDrillersElite
I am going to home depot later today to buy the xr.. i think i'm pretty much decided..
I'll have to look at the makita, if they have that on the floor, but I'm still weary of that handle cuff..
I want to see what you are drilling TP. That's a lot of drill to just take battery covers off with.
Post by: fanpeople on Thu, 31 August 2017, 16:33:46
Get a Hilti and call it a day! ;)
Would you like the complimentary BMW or AUDI with your Hilti purchase sir?
Post by: Gajible on Thu, 31 August 2017, 21:21:40
Get a Hilti and call it a day! ;)
Would you like the complimentary BMW or AUDI with your Hilti purchase sir?
I mean... If you're offering!
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 31 August 2017, 21:26:25
Get a Hilti and call it a day! ;)
Would you like the complimentary BMW or AUDI with your Hilti purchase sir?
I mean... If you're offering!
I am not convinced hilti is any higher quality.
Their business model is different, the tools are part of a service system, which comes at that price.
but, overall, no matter how much money you pour into the single tool itself, you can't make MUCH better a tool, because this is pretty low tech stuff..
Post by: Coreda on Thu, 31 August 2017, 22:36:33
but, overall, no matter how much money you pour into the single tool itself, you can't make MUCH better a tool, because this is pretty low tech stuff..
I think part of it is how long something will last, not only how well it performs in a particular test. It's why I enjoy watching that Canadian guy I linked in that last power toolz thread, as he describes which parts will fail first and how well each part is made. Took apart a cheap Harbor Freight drill in his last video which promoted itself as a cheaper but 'equivalent quality' drill to a DeWalt but after examining it found some key issues that would cause it to not last as long (in addition to having BS marketing).
Post by: nugglets on Fri, 01 September 2017, 00:01:59
but, overall, no matter how much money you pour into the single tool itself, you can't make MUCH better a tool, because this is pretty low tech stuff..
I think part of it is how long something will last, not only how well it performs in a particular test. It's why I enjoy watching that Canadian guy I linked in that last power toolz thread, as he describes which parts will fail first and how well each part is made. Took apart a cheap Harbor Freight drill in his last video which promoted itself as a cheaper but 'equivalent quality' drill to a DeWalt but after examining it found some key issues that would cause it to not last as long (in addition to having BS marketing).
Anyone who believes Harbor Freight tools to be high quality is a goon, honestly. They're cheap as hell, though, and frankly for moderate use they're fine in most cases. There's also a pretty easy way to hustle their paid warranty system to end up with a new tool every year for a few bucks. It covers any kind of damage so you can literally run it over after 364 days, walk in with the pieces and walk out with a new tool.
Back when I used to help paint cars on the side we used the Harbor Freight spray guns. A Devilbiss was something like $200, the HF one was $12 (or even $8 on sale sometimes). The 1 year warranty was $4. I could get a new one once a year for 47 years and still come out ahead, assuming the Devilbiss lasted that long. Or a new one every three months for 12 years, since the warranty is a one-time use thing.
Then I ended up working at HF as a second job for awhile and I always told people the same thing. It didn't hurt that we made commission on sales of the warranties, either. :cool:
The warranty prices scale with the price of the tool, though, so it's not always a good idea. But there are certainly a lot of things where it makes sense for someone who will only use the tool occasionally.
Post by: Gajible on Fri, 01 September 2017, 03:36:13
Flawless overmold and injection molds, generally more glass fibre and metal bits, wobble free chucks, the works!
Post by: kurplop on Fri, 01 September 2017, 07:08:16
Two equally amusing situations are the true craftsman who is able to get by with a minimum of tools and the incompetent owner of a fully equipped shop.
Post by: Coreda on Fri, 01 September 2017, 07:25:44
Cheap tools can be part of an intelligent tool buying strategy. Rarely used tools don't always have to be high quality and occasionally they perform as well as the high end one. Sometimes, quality used tools are a good direction to go. It all depends on the needs and budget of the user.
One of the things the teardown (https://youtu.be/3ZfYF9aIO7U?t=2696) notes is it's really only saving about $10 compared to the DeWalt if you match the dual batteries the DeWalt comes vs the single one they come with with as per their own side-by-side comparison. Basically the consumer is saving on the price of a single battery. Though for a lot of people if it's in their budget and only being used occasionally it likely wouldn't matter (plus that warranty trick above is great :p).
Post by: tp4tissue on Fri, 01 September 2017, 11:01:23
Cheap tools can be part of an intelligent tool buying strategy. Rarely used tools don't always have to be high quality and occasionally they perform as well as the high end one. Sometimes, quality used tools are a good direction to go. It all depends on the needs and budget of the user.
One of the things the teardown (https://youtu.be/3ZfYF9aIO7U?t=2696) notes is it's really only saving about $10 compared to the DeWalt if you match the dual batteries the DeWalt comes vs the single one they come with with as per their own side-by-side comparison. Basically the consumer is saving on the price of a single battery. Though for a lot of people if it's in their budget and only being used occasionally it likely wouldn't matter (plus that warranty trick above is great :p).
well....
the harbor freight version goes on very deep 30-40% sales though.. + free scissors !!!!!
Post by: kurplop on Fri, 01 September 2017, 13:00:46
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 02 September 2017, 15:04:40
didn't need to be rotated, just doin' it to test out the wrench..
Super powerful.. came right off in 2-3 seconds...
Post by: digi on Sat, 02 September 2017, 15:07:25
Post by: mrhead on Sat, 02 September 2017, 15:16:20
The HF drill bits I bought bent!
They are meant to do that, so you can get around corners with them.
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 02 September 2017, 15:31:27
The HF drill bits I bought bent!
They are meant to do that, so you can get around corners with them.
Harbor freight is ran by the Loom of Fate..
Them people from Wanted who can curve bullets now also curve drill bits..
Morgan Freeman:
If no one told you that drills drilled straight, and I gave you a dewalt and told you to curve the hole, what would you do? Let your instincts guide you.
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Post by: Lanx on Sat, 09 September 2017, 20:08:52
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 09 September 2017, 20:24:33
Ryobi or bust
Ryuobi = best Obi..
Post by: tp4tissue on Sat, 09 September 2017, 20:30:54
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 25 September 2017, 05:41:44
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Post by: digi on Thu, 19 October 2017, 10:09:40
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 19 October 2017, 10:49:03
Dewalt claims the 899 has 1200 foot lbs of break away torque BTW. There is a video on the Tube on it, it can take off just every nut you put it on.. I really want that 899 with the hog ring, it's b8d8zz.
I didn't get the hog ring, because i don't do work on things that have a bunch of different size nuts.
So the regular dent pin insert has more contact surface area.. better power transfer to the socket.
It doesn't have 1200 , it has 400, but if you hit a 1200 tightened bolt with 400 long enough, you can get it loose.
But this is not the case with loosening rusty cold nuts..
It's like them wifi routers with the cheater numbers like AC1900.. when you really only get 500
Post by: digi on Thu, 19 October 2017, 10:50:39
Dewalt claims the 899 has 1200 foot lbs of break away torque BTW. There is a video on the Tube on it, it can take off just every nut you put it on.. I really want that 899 with the hog ring, it's b8d8zz.
I didn't get the hog ring, because i don't do work on things that have a bunch of different size nuts.
So the regular dent pin insert has more contact surface area.. better power transfer to the socket.
Did you get the 899?
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 19 October 2017, 10:52:43
Dewalt claims the 899 has 1200 foot lbs of break away torque BTW. There is a video on the Tube on it, it can take off just every nut you put it on.. I really want that 899 with the hog ring, it's b8d8zz.
I didn't get the hog ring, because i don't do work on things that have a bunch of different size nuts.
So the regular dent pin insert has more contact surface area.. better power transfer to the socket.
Did you get the 899?
I got both..
Post by: digi on Thu, 19 October 2017, 10:56:30
Dewalt claims the 899 has 1200 foot lbs of break away torque BTW. There is a video on the Tube on it, it can take off just every nut you put it on.. I really want that 899 with the hog ring, it's b8d8zz.
I didn't get the hog ring, because i don't do work on things that have a bunch of different size nuts.
So the regular dent pin insert has more contact surface area.. better power transfer to the socket.
Did you get the 899?
I got both..
Sell me your 899, I already have the battery and changer :D
Post by: tp4tissue on Thu, 19 October 2017, 11:01:04
I got both..
Sell me your 899, I already have the battery and changer :D
I didn't get the makita.
I only have the dewal 889 and 899
Post by: digi on Thu, 19 October 2017, 11:15:37
I got both..
Sell me your 899, I already have the battery and changer :D
I didn't get the makita.
I only have the dewal 889 and 899
I want the Dewalt 899 (https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF899B-Brushless-Torque-Impact/dp/B00WJA1J68/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1508429576&sr=8-1&keywords=dewalt+899)
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:31:20
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:33:21
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:35:03
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Amazon has the anvil pin model for $25 off. This is the best deal I've found so far - https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEWALT-20V-MAX-XR-1-2-Impact-Wrench-700-ftlbs-DCF899H-Brushless-Bare-Tool/332457754788?epid=7003304897&hash=item4d6806c0a4:g:934AAOSwaB5XiXii
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:38:45
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:40:21
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Amazon has the anvil pin model for $25 off. This is the best deal I've found so far - https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEWALT-20V-MAX-XR-1-2-Impact-Wrench-700-ftlbs-DCF899H-Brushless-Bare-Tool/332457754788?epid=7003304897&hash=item4d6806c0a4:g:934AAOSwaB5XiXii
The cheapest I've seen is $180 for the bare tool..
hrrrmm.. Tough decision..
Monday I just got their Dcv481h portable vacuum for around the house.. I was going to get a dyson handheld, but then I saw the dyson battery, and they're wimpy..
Whereas the dewalt can use the big 5ah batteries..
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:41:03
Ive used the XR in my last job quite a lot. Its has some balls behind it for sure, and I recommend it to anyone considering it.
Nice, I have the XR sawzall and love it, uses the same batt and charger 20v too..Dewalt is smart, start us off with the kit then it's "oh I only have to buy the tool now". Next thing $200 here, $300 there.
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:41:17
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Amazon has the anvil pin model for $25 off. This is the best deal I've found so far - https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEWALT-20V-MAX-XR-1-2-Impact-Wrench-700-ftlbs-DCF899H-Brushless-Bare-Tool/332457754788?epid=7003304897&hash=item4d6806c0a4:g:934AAOSwaB5XiXii
The cheapest I've seen is $180 for the bare tool..
hrrrmm.. Tough decision..
Monday I just got their Dcv481h portable vacuum for around the house.. I was going to get a dyson handheld, but then I saw the dyson battery, and they're wimpy..
Whereas the dewalt can use the big 5ah batteries..
They make a 6ah one now too...
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:41:58
now too...
yea the flexvolt..
Although I'm not thoroughly convinced the 60v tools are better.
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:42:01
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Amazon has the anvil pin model for $25 off. This is the best deal I've found so far - https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEWALT-20V-MAX-XR-1-2-Impact-Wrench-700-ftlbs-DCF899H-Brushless-Bare-Tool/332457754788?epid=7003304897&hash=item4d6806c0a4:g:934AAOSwaB5XiXii
The cheapest I've seen is $180 for the bare tool..
hrrrmm.. Tough decision..
Monday I just got their Dcv481h portable vacuum for around the house.. I was going to get a dyson handheld, but then I saw the dyson battery, and they're wimpy..
Whereas the dewalt can use the big 5ah batteries..
Hmm, should I hold out? I was thinking about going outside (I know) to Home Depot and seeing if they have any sweet dealz.
Post by: ghostjuggernaut on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:42:42
http://www.dewalt.com/products/accessories/batteries-and-chargers/batteries/20v-max-premium-xr-60ah-lithium-ion-battery-pack/dcb206
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:42:52
Hmm, should I hold out? I was thinking about going outside (I know) to Home Depot and seeing if they have any sweet dealz.
The outside is dangerous.. IDK man.. your call..
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:43:51
No, its just a 20V 6ah.
http://www.dewalt.com/products/accessories/batteries-and-chargers/batteries/20v-max-premium-xr-60ah-lithium-ion-battery-pack/dcb206
hrrrmmm...
Not sure that's worth the upgrade.. since it doesn't have the flexvolt circuits..
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:46:03
TP, my finger was hovering over the buy it now last night (slightly buzzed but not enough). I want the 899 with the hog ring because I'll be swapping sockets quite a bit. I still run my old Chicago on air but you have to hook up the noisy air compressor, etc. It's a pain...
I'm so close to buying it, maybe Friday night when I get hammered or something.
Is there a special deal going on ?
I might buy a second one.. u know, cuz i'm addicted.. !!
Amazon has the anvil pin model for $25 off. This is the best deal I've found so far - https://www.ebay.com/itm/DEWALT-20V-MAX-XR-1-2-Impact-Wrench-700-ftlbs-DCF899H-Brushless-Bare-Tool/332457754788?epid=7003304897&hash=item4d6806c0a4:g:934AAOSwaB5XiXii
The cheapest I've seen is $180 for the bare tool..
hrrrmm.. Tough decision..
Monday I just got their Dcv481h portable vacuum for around the house.. I was going to get a dyson handheld, but then I saw the dyson battery, and they're wimpy..
Whereas the dewalt can use the big 5ah batteries..
I think eBay might be the best deal cause no tax's from Florida to Cali.
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:47:37
I think eBay might be the best deal cause no tax's from Florida to Cali.
It's usually better bought with batteries.. because batteries alone are usually 50-70 and they usually take off at least 25-30 with the battery deals with combo price. .
Post by: Unicorn_Systems on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:53:03
I have the hog ring version of the brushless 1/2" impact driver and it is an awesome tool. I can change a set of wheels on my track car in a few minutes.
I have no need for a pneumatic impact wrench, it is more than capable of everything that I need. I paired it up with a set of Tekton impact sockets and extensions based on their recommendation by 'Real Tool Reviews' on YouTube.
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:57:52
I think eBay might be the best deal cause no tax's from Florida to Cali.
It's usually better bought with batteries.. because batteries alone are usually 50-70 and they usually take off at least 25-30 with the battery deals with combo price. .
Link me dealz, I need quick shipping, I have a project this weekend..
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:58:08
I am heavily, heavily invested in the DeWalt XR range. I started buying them about 6 years ago and haven't stopped since. I'm an electronics and IT engineer, but also do maintenance and restoration work on my own properties and vehicles. I have so much of their 18/20V XR range at this point that it would be quicker to tell you which tools I don't have. I have also started to invest in the FlexVolt tools and batteries over the past year. In the entire time I've been using them, I have only had a problem with two tools, both of which were the most used at the time. Both were repaired by the official DeWalt repair Centre in the U.K. under warranty, and neither tool has given any problems since.
I have the hog ring version of the brushless 1/2" impact driver and it is an awesome tool. I can change a set of wheels on my track car in a few minutes.
I have no need for a pneumatic impact wrench, it is more than capable of everything that I need. I paired it up with a set of Tekton impact sockets and extensions based on their recommendation by 'Real Tool Reviews' on YouTube.
Thats good to know my Irish homie :)
Post by: Unicorn_Systems on Wed, 29 November 2017, 15:09:31
Thats good to know my Irish homie :)
Happy to help and advise any way I can.
For what it's worth I haven't owned any other brand of power tools in the past, although before I became self employed I did work for a tradesman who used Bosch, Milwaukee and Panasonic cordless tools and Dad had a few items from the old Bosch 12V NiMh range when I was growing up.
When it came time for me to start investing in some power tools of my own I wanted to stick with one brand and battery system for obvious reasons, and I picked DeWalt based on positive reviews of the XR system and because I'd grown up knowing of them as a good tool brand. I can recommend them without hesitation. The power of the FlexVolt tools still blows my mind after a year or so of using them almost every day; when drilling, cutting or grinding with a 54/60V tool you literally think that you're using a 110v power tool!
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 15:09:38
Link me dealz, I need quick shipping, I have a project this weekend..
Don't see any right now. probably need that christmas sale.
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 15:49:56
Hmm, should I hold out? I was thinking about going outside (I know) to Home Depot and seeing if they have any sweet dealz.
The outside is dangerous.. IDK man.. your call..
Went against my better judgment and immediately regretted it. Went to Home Depot and on the way, some road rager decided to cut me off and once in the store and I was elbow to elbow with wanna-be thugs and tweekers. Then to find out they don't have the 899 with Hog Ring.
Take away from this = don't go outside, and ESPECIALLY don't go to Home Depot, unless you have to, for large items like lumber, piping, yard tools, etc. EVERYTHING else should be purchased on Amazon Prime.
Post by: tp4tissue on Wed, 29 November 2017, 15:58:29
Hmm, should I hold out? I was thinking about going outside (I know) to Home Depot and seeing if they have any sweet dealz.
The outside is dangerous.. IDK man.. your call..
Went against my better judgment and immediately regretted it. Went to Home Depot and on the way, some road rager decided to cut me off and once in the store and I was elbow to elbow with wanna-be thugs and tweekers. Then to find out they don't have the 899 with Hog Ring.
Take away from this = don't go outside, and ESPECIALLY don't go to Home Depot, unless you have to, for large items like lumber, piping, yard tools, etc. EVERYTHING else should be purchased on Amazon Prime.
I go to look at their drops.. cuz sometimes they have really good fence post or something or big pieces of glass that could be reused for projects.
Post by: digi on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:34:38
Hmm, should I hold out? I was thinking about going outside (I know) to Home Depot and seeing if they have any sweet dealz.
The outside is dangerous.. IDK man.. your call..
Went against my better judgment and immediately regretted it. Went to Home Depot and on the way, some road rager decided to cut me off and once in the store and I was elbow to elbow with wanna-be thugs and tweekers. Then to find out they don't have the 899 with Hog Ring.
Take away from this = don't go outside, and ESPECIALLY don't go to Home Depot, unless you have to, for large items like lumber, piping, yard tools, etc. EVERYTHING else should be purchased on Amazon Prime.
I go to look at their drops.. cuz sometimes they have really good fence post or something or big pieces of glass that could be reused for projects.
Ok I pulled the trigger, $194 shipped from Toolbarn.
They have $25 off Dewalt tools then sent me $10 coupon 1st time purchase of $200 or more.
Post by: Unicorn_Systems on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:37:39