Time for a new drill motor

[Veight7]

Don't mean to hijack here but what is the use of the impact? Is it more for masonry type use? I've seen these kits but just don't want to spend the money when my current DeWalt 18v works fine.

[sosoe]

Don't mean to hijack here but what is the use of the impact? Is it more for masonry type use? I've seen these kits but just don't want to spend the money when my current DeWalt 18v works fine.

To avoid using this...

[TexasT]

Don't mean to hijack here but what is the use of the impact? Is it more for masonry type use? I've seen these kits but just don't want to spend the money when my current DeWalt 18v works fine.

If yours works why "fix" it, use it til it doesn't.
As far as the impact goes, it is nice for loosening/tightening fasteners that are harder to loosen/tighten. Good for under the hood without the tether of an air hose.

[Veight7]

If yours works why "fix" it, use it til it doesn't.
As far as the impact goes, it is nice for loosening/tightening fasteners that are harder to loosen/tighten. Good for under the hood without the tether of an air hose.

that's what I was thinking but they looked a little like they held a bit so I assumed they were for something else.

and I have no intension to "fix it" my DeWalt is only 5 months old. More I was thinking of picking up an impact if they were as you are saying. It would come in handy and the junk yards and such

[shumpertdavid]

Don't mean to hijack here but what is the use of the impact? Is it more for masonry type use? I've seen these kits but just don't want to spend the money when my current DeWalt 18v works fine.

I believe you are thinking more in terms of a Hammer Drill, the actual impact works just like an air powered impact would that you might use in automotive repair, etc.



To the OP, I have and use a wide range of stuff from 7.2 volt to 24 volt in Snap On, Black & Decker, and Dewalt. I've had great success with my super cheap 24 volt Black & Decker (Lowes Closeout) Drills, I've got one at work and one in the home shop. Been going strong now for 6 or 7 years, 1 battery each.

Also have a hand me down 18 volt Black & Decker, 1 battery that's on the weak side but still fair.

I've acquired a bunch of 18 Volt Dewalt stuff while remodeling my cabin. A very good friend of mine is an Electrician and uses primarily Dewalt, he's been handing me off his old stuff as he replaces it. He uses his drills daily and abuses them, they regularly wear out the clutch in the head of the drill. I went in and modified 2 drills he gave me.

My other Electrician friend is using 20volt lithium stuff and absolutely loves it.

I needed batteries for my 18volt dewalt sawzall, when I went to buy the xrp batteries on sale at Lowes ($99), they had a Drill kit with 2 batteries and charger on sale for $119, they were just standard batteries but was a great deal for the kit.

For home use I also have the Dewalt 12 Volt lithium drill and impact combo, it's got decent power, came with 2 batteries and a charger. The drill has 3 speed\torque settings to accommodate a lot of uses. It worked so well I bought my buddy a set for Christmas for helping with my remodel stuff.

[Big Dad]

My brother is a Journeyman electrician

He has tried every brand, some he got free from the supply house

He says hands down .. Panasonic

2-3 times the life of anything else

His is used countless times a day

[BMCSean]

Makita or dewalt, only lithium! Battery powered impacts are great, but only provide around 300in/lbs of torque instead of ft/lbs like a pneumatic. Even the dewalt 20v don't provide a true 20v consistently they are closer to 18-19, but most 18v drivers deliver in the 16-17v range.

[Tyrone Biggums]

I've got some older Dewalt 18v stuff that have been very good to me. I had to replace the transmission in the drill but the part was easy to find, inexpensive and easy to replace. I probably wouldn't have had to replace it if I hadn't used it as a mortar mixer for a few days.

Just an FYI for those out there with non-lithium cordless tools, replacement batteries are rediculously priced, some Dewalts at almost $100. Batteries Plus will rebuild or exchange your old battery at a fraction of the cost of a new one. They rebuilt my Dewalt for $30.

[93ssp]

Love my dewault 20v drill and impact!

[LS1Goat]

I've had a Makita 6211D for 10 years now. Rock solid. So, I guess my recommendation would be Makita.

[vert_95]

I'd go with Dewalt, I've had mine for about 5 years now and it has never given me any issues.

[DriveWayBuilt]

If you guys ever need batteries this guy sets up at traders village with them, 20 a piece or 2 for 30 or 35 don't remember.

[Sleeper]

makita,dewalt are both great. I go with what ever is easiest to find and replace the brushes on.

[JP135]

Ridgid has the best warranty that I know of.

Rigid's warranty covers batteries too.

I've got a big Milwaukee set that's useless because the batteries are shot. Three Crapsman drills and a saw that are useless because the batteries are shot. Replacement batteries cost dang near as much as the tool. I truly hate cordless tools. If I ever throw away all the useless ones, I'll replace them with Rigid.

[Chas_svo]

Rigid's warranty covers batteries too.

I've got a big Milwaukee set that's useless because the batteries are shot. Three Crapsman drills and a saw that are useless because the batteries are shot. Replacement batteries cost dang near as much as the tool. I truly hate cordless tools. If I ever throw away all the useless ones, I'll replace them with Rigid.

You should check out the Milwaukee pro shop in Dallas. They replaced both of my batteries for free, and they were out of warranty.

I agree on the battery cost. They are ridiculous.