Where do you buy your cordless power tools?

[DJSapp]

Somewhat fitting for where this thread has ended up.

Bologna w/cheese?

[strawjack]

buy a Milwaukee from a specialty electrical, plumbing, or industrial house. they (Milwaukee) always have a deals that are not offered to the big boxes. i.e. free batteries w/ mail-in or a free tool of some sort. Their lithium-ion batteries are pretty sweet. although, there is questions about the life span of all the l-ion batteries now. not sure they'll charge as many times as nicad.

Their little M12 stuff is sweet for around the house.

Btw – TTI (the parent co.) makes ryobi and craftsman.

try to support the local guys. i know that Milwaukee does not cut their prices to the box stores..the small guy can be competitive. ...and if something does go wrong in a year...good luck dealing with the orange smocks!

[Cyber Cop]

cordless may be fine for a drill, but skip the cordless saws. But yeah, DJSapp is right on. Cordless may be convienient, but corded tools are much nicer for big jobs. And when it comes to saws, the job doesn't have to be big before your batteries are lagging.

[PNWbrit]

Good place to get good tools for cheap now is a pawn shop that specializes in that kind of thing. Contractor friend of mine has stocked up for the next decade.

[Dhelihiker]

450 ft-lbs of torque sure hung the shit out of that picture.

You guys crack me up.

You need a drill to hang a picture?

a $50 cordless drill is a total POS and I wouldnt let my wife run one. My grandma has a cordless screwdriver, its awesome too

The first set I posted is a great do-it yourselfer drill combo. If the thread was "where do I buy shit tools?" I would haver deferred to you. The second one is for contractor types or the serious do-it yourselfer. If you are putting self tapping lag bolts into solid wood 450#'s of torque is your friend.

[DougW]

"For the typical homeowner, a $50 ryobi will do just as well as a $300 makita. Save the $, buy a $50 cordless for the everyday minor stuff and get a $60 corded for the once a year big project and be minorly inconvenienced. Spend the remaining $190 on other tools, ski gear, hookers and blow, whatever."

I think this is on the mark. I'd agree that most of time don't need corded and that home owners don't need a really good cordless, but have a corded for back up or to do really big job is good idea. Lots of power and supper cheap.

[Dhelihiker]

need? who said need. You dont need fat skis you dont need skins you dont need to have goggles.

I want a drill that kicks ass because I like nice shit and apparently Im the only one that has separate budgets for hookers, blow and tools. For $750 you get all 3, hook a dildo up to your new drill, dip it in the blow and scare the shit out of the hooker

[DJSapp]

You need a drill to hang a picture?

a $50 cordless drill is a total POS and I wouldnt let my wife run one. My grandma has a cordless screwdriver, its awesome too

The first set I posted is a great do-it yourselfer drill combo. If the thread was "where do I buy shit tools?" I would haver deferred to you. The second one is for contractor types or the serious do-it yourselfer. If you are putting self tapping lag bolts into solid wood 450#'s of torque is your friend.

Jesus fucking Christ, have you actually read ANYTHING I have written? Every post of mine is basically asking 'What are you using this for? Get what fits your needs.'

Most homeowners end up using their drills to 1. Drill pilot holes to install shelving 2. Drill holes to install drywall anchors 3. Assemble and secure all the new furniture they they're buying for the house. Maybe even some light remodeling like a ceiling fan install. Basically no single job that would require more than 15 minutes of running time on the drill.

And yes, 450# of torque is awesome for driving self tapping lags (until the battery dies), but we're talking about a typical homeowner here. That's like telling your grandma she should demo some legend pros for her ski vacation. There's a reason this level of tool exists, and it's to save the guy doing nothing but little projects some money.

[DJSapp]

need? who said need. You dont need fat skis you dont need skins you dont need to have goggles.

I want a drill that kicks ass because I like nice shit and apparently Im the only one that has separate budgets for hookers, blow and tools. For $750 you get all 3, hook a dildo up to your new drill, dip it in the blow and scare the shit out of the hooker

Ah, I think we now have an understanding. I'd rather increase my hookers and blow budget out of the tools budget.

Different strokes, I guess.

[Cyber Cop]

I have lots of ryobi tools. I don't use them everyday, but I've done some pretty major home projects and they have been great. They may not stand up to daily/professional use, but they are good for the money. The biggest problem with all the ryobi cordless is the batteries don't last long. Maybe the high end cordless and lithium batteries are better, but on the low end ryobi you will wish you bought a corded version of the basic tools.

I got a Rigid worm drive saw this summer for $150. Seems like a solid tool so far. I used it on a big job and loaned it to a friend for a big job. Nice and strong, I even cut railroad ties with it. It needs a new blade, but still looks and feels new. Anyway, I'm a tool jong, but I've built some shit and it's still standing.

[supermodel159]

tooliday.com has a pretty insane deal today.

Thanks for all in the input. I won't be constructing any subway tunnels around my house, but I'll be putting together a little more than birdhouses...

[krp8128]

tooliday.com has a pretty insane deal today.

Thanks for all in the input. I won't be constructing any subway tunnels around my house, but I'll be putting together a little more than birdhouses...

Factor in a couple of batteries and a charger or around $150 and that's not such a great deal. Of course, you can find these a bit cheaper, but keep the extra cost in mind...

[DougW]

most important thng is to have two batteries. If Ryboi set come with whole load of stuff the tiny circ saw, vaccum etc, have almost no value. The two batteries are what make it a good value.

[thaar]

I just picked up a Ryobi 18v drill and impact driver for $99 from Home Depot. They're great. Comes with two batteries and a charger.

Also, check craigslist. A lot of people are looking to unload their tools for cheap in our current economy.

[KQ]

Been meaning to add this online company to the list of tool resources. I've bought a few things from them - been happy with the service and products.


Northern Tool

[mnflyfish]

Actually, after rereading my post I guess I never answered what to get.

Both. Get a cheap around the house cordless and get a burly corded. Odds are whenever you're using the corded, you're using other tools and will already have the extension cord out.

And KQ, you seriously built a horse shelter with cordless tools? Prefab? I'd just rent a generator.

I second this advice. I have a fantastic corded Milw, and picked up some no name cordless at TrueValue on sale for $20. I must say that $20 cordless is really solid. It's 18.5 volt, and I've used it a couple times wrenching on my truck with a great deal of success. It has an adjustable clutch, holds a charge better than my Makita (which recently went tits up), and is a nice size for carrying around all day doing projects. I got the Milw at Home Depot on sale for $119 and like I said the cordless was $20 on sale at True Value.

My buddy is a contractor and has been a Dewalt guy for years, though recently I saw him throw one across a yard, not happy with recent quality issues.

For your needs, I'd go the cheaper route until you know what you're going to need. If you're using the drill a half dozen times a year there's no need to drop the big bucks. Get a corded and cordless, a nice cir saw and a jig saw and you should be good to go for years.

[mnflyfish]

Been meaning to add this online company to the list of tool resources. I've bought a few things from them - been happy with the service and products.


Northern Tool

KQ, Nice link. I'm a huge fan of Northern Tool. Great service, can spend a good hour in their stores, and they are super easy to work with if a return is needed. THink I might have to stop in there tomorrow just for the fun of it.

[squatch]

need? who said need. You dont need fat skis you dont need skins you dont need to have goggles.

I want a drill that kicks ass because I like nice shit and apparently Im the only one that has separate budgets for hookers, blow and tools. For $750 you get all 3, hook a dildo up to your new drill, dip it in the blow and scare the shit out of the hooker

You know, everyone goes with the drilldo, but I feel like a modified sawz-all would be more appropriate. rig up a combination lube/watercooling system if you're concerned about long and/or heavy jobs.

[tennessee83]

Nothern Tool is legit.

[Rasputin]

This is a VERY good argument and the op should look at the immediate vs. long term needs. If you do decide to go with a corded drill at some point, i EMPHATICALLY URGE you to go Milwaukee. They are the burliest, meanest, toughest drills you can use. At -60, they run as well as when it is 80+, the only catch is, when you get close to having whatever you need drilled, make SURE you have both hands on the drill or a DAMNED good grip, otherwise, you may snap your wrist. The torque on their drills is beyond amazing And their durability is phenomenal.

http://www.milwaukeetool.com/Product...2f2+in.+Drills

Word. My Milwaukee is over forty years old (inherited from my grandfather), and works like it's fresh out of the box. It's made almost entirely of stainless steel.

[CaddyDaddy77]

Used to have a really nice Hitatchi until it got filched. Better than Dewalt and Mills IMO. Quick charge time, not bulky plasticy bs shrouds and good power, not cheap though.

Gotta agree with the Rev here craigslist is getting a chunk of my check lately, no warranties but if you know what your looking for there is some smoking deals right now. Otherwise amazon and overstock has some deals if your hunting around prety regular.

[panchosdad]

If you're buying one drill, get a Milwaukee corded that will last you 25 years and save you from coming back here in two years and wasting your time on another one of these threads.

That said, as a professional (residential) builder, I own about 8 drills, and the Makita 18V gets used 95% of the time.

[mock vomit]

Looks like about every angle has been covered here but one... IMHO go for as high of Voltage unit as you can afford. (24V > 18V > 14V > 12V)

And I agree with not going too gonzo on price for cordless drill, even with residential use the battery(ies) will need to be replaced in 5+ years, and in 10+ years when they are due again, either they won't be made/sold anymore or you'll pay almost as much for a new battery as the whole rig cost in the first place.

And x2 on having both a corded and cordless drill.

[Foggy_Goggles]

Fast forward 7 or so years and my local lumber yard went belly up and is now a weed mega mall https://igadiltd.com/ so my tool hook up is done.

I'm moving on to Dewalt 18V. My immediate needs are another cordless circular saw and I'd like one of the mini sawzalls/hackzalls. You can save me the "get corded" bit, I've got all that.

Two questions -

Anyone (professionals) have any experience with Dewalt/Makita/PorterCable/Milwalkee etc. in 20V. I've had great luck with Dewalt cordless and there is an adapter that makes the 20V backward compatible to the 18V. If this price is the same, I might go Milwalkee.

How and were do you buy now? I need no more drills/driver and all the kits seem to be heavy with these tools. I at least feel good about getting a contractor discount at Ferguson. I won't buy power tools at HD or Lowes.

Thanks

[snoqpass]

DeWalt blows
I scored this set from Woodcraft last fall for $150
http://feintools-online.com/71900661...FZNafgodEswGYg

If you want a cordless saw you can step up your game and get one of these, Ihave the corded one and its tits
https://www.festoolproducts.com/Fest...FcRgfgodAm0Gvg