If so how do you like them? Referring to these guns... http://www.protoindustrial.com/en/i...s/J175WP_Proto®-3|4"-Drive-Air-Impact-Wrench/
Anyone have MAC or Proto 3/4 impact?
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We have the Mac at work as our shop gun. Very powerful. It gets beaten on very hard and never gets oiled or anything as no one cares enough to do it for shop tools. Best 3/4 I have used hands down. Bit heavier than some others I have used but with that big of a gun what do you expect.
I plan to buy one eventually so I don't have to run to the tool crib for it always.
If you were interested, the 1/2 and 3/8 models are also tops. I'm not a big mac fan for a few reasons, but they were on the ball when they made these guns.
I plan to buy one eventually so I don't have to run to the tool crib for it always.
If you were interested, the 1/2 and 3/8 models are also tops. I'm not a big mac fan for a few reasons, but they were on the ball when they made these guns.
Conductor562
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I have the 1/2" Proto and it's been nothing but fantastic.
Here's the review I wrote on it:
http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2014/01/proto-air-impact-wrench-review-j1500wp/
You won't be disappointed
Here's the review I wrote on it:
http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2014/01/proto-air-impact-wrench-review-j1500wp/
You won't be disappointed
Conductor562
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Also, they finally have the protective boots available for them, but I think tools-plus is the only one that has them yet.
Conductor562
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That's where I ordered and I have a boot coming
Sounds like you're all set. You're gonna love the gun. The balance and power to weight ratio is probably the best available.
Conductor562
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I use a lot of Tekton impacts on mine without issue.
RedneckWelder
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I can get the Mac gun for half price due to my student discount, so I'll be taking advantage of that soon. For me the discount is cheaper than getting the Proto version, although I like the Proto color scheme and looks better.
I'll probably eventually wind up with the 1/2 gun too and maybe the 3/8. Right now I'm running a Nitrocat for the 1/2 gun.
I'll probably eventually wind up with the 1/2 gun too and maybe the 3/8. Right now I'm running a Nitrocat for the 1/2 gun.
Yeah, I just graduated so no more discount for me... Plus the MAC version is sooo ugly anyway
RedneckWelder
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Yeah, I just graduated so no more discount for me... Plus the MAC version is sooo ugly anyway
I've never been a fan of their logo, and I hate the color choice for the gun. The Proto is a nice one, though.
I don't buy much from the tool trucks, but I do take advantage of the discounts for certain items that aren't as available from other sources (Matco pinless impact swivels, for example, more selection and the student discount price is about the same as buying from Armstrong or Craftsman)
Conductor562
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Let us know how you like it. What kind of fittings are you running with it?
-6 NPT into the gun, 12.5mm Push-Lok hose, and then -8 automotive style on the end to plug into our shop hoses. Plenty of air
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Conductor562
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-6 NPT into the gun, 12.5mm Push-Lok hose, and then -8 automotive style on the end to plug into our shop hoses. Plenty of air
Looks like it. These guns are beastly. Not jaw dropping expensive either.
Finally found a test worthy of this gun...
I am quite familiar with this trailer. It'll routinely stop our 1" tire gun pulling the wheels off (corrosion anyone?). The Proto didn't even slow down loosening up the lug nuts
Size comparison to a 2135ti. The power this gun has is incredible... Completely blows our shop 3/4 guns out of the water (IR 261's). It's quieter than my 2135 even when hammering away! Best of all it doesn't twist your arm around like the Aircat 3/4 guns do.
I am quite familiar with this trailer. It'll routinely stop our 1" tire gun pulling the wheels off (corrosion anyone?). The Proto didn't even slow down loosening up the lug nuts
Size comparison to a 2135ti. The power this gun has is incredible... Completely blows our shop 3/4 guns out of the water (IR 261's). It's quieter than my 2135 even when hammering away! Best of all it doesn't twist your arm around like the Aircat 3/4 guns do.
RedneckWelder
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That settles it, the Proto 3/4 is the one I will be getting soon.
Currently have a Nitrocat 1/2 that I'm more than satisfied with but if it needs replacement then the Proto 1/2 will be the gun of choice.
Currently have a Nitrocat 1/2 that I'm more than satisfied with but if it needs replacement then the Proto 1/2 will be the gun of choice.
Size comparison with a 2145QiMAX. The IR is slightly lighter and smaller but is very front heavy and even more so with a socket. I had a 2145 as a shop gun at my last job and the imbalance of the gun will actually start hurting your wrist if you use it all day. For an occasional user it would never be an issue I suspect.
I will admit that I like CP's reverser but their old gun has nothing else going for it here...
This does not come naturally having always used IR guns in the past. I wish Proto would have used a different reverse lever/switch. I guess it's not all that bad but you have to stop and think about it when switching directions.
The grease fitting is actually accessible with the boot on (Ahem, IR take notes)
Seems to fit well in hand. Not too terribly awkward like an IR 261 or Aircat 1601
I can't speak to trigger feathering because well, if I go to the trouble of dragging out a 1/2" hose, something will move. I'm not messing around trying to feather bolts out slowly. I want it out now
The retaining ring is really really stiff also (I hate it when sockets fall off an impact).
I will admit that I like CP's reverser but their old gun has nothing else going for it here...
This does not come naturally having always used IR guns in the past. I wish Proto would have used a different reverse lever/switch. I guess it's not all that bad but you have to stop and think about it when switching directions.
The grease fitting is actually accessible with the boot on (Ahem, IR take notes)
Seems to fit well in hand. Not too terribly awkward like an IR 261 or Aircat 1601
I can't speak to trigger feathering because well, if I go to the trouble of dragging out a 1/2" hose, something will move. I'm not messing around trying to feather bolts out slowly. I want it out now
The retaining ring is really really stiff also (I hate it when sockets fall off an impact).
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GTA Matt
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Of course I got mine after seeing yours, I am absolutely amazed at the power and the lack of noise it makes. Almost zero noise out of it, except for the sound of the hammers inside. Took off a Honda crank bolt that my MG725 wouldn't touch, as if it were a loose lugnut on a car. Not too heavy or bulky, and it looks bitchin!
Conductor562
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Did you get the 1/2" or 3/4"?
GTA Matt
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3/4
texted while driving recklessly
texted while driving recklessly
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GTA Matt
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So you ask for advise, the first offered points towards Mac...you reply w/ Proto...
They're the same gun, Just the proto is $250 cheaper then the mac. He was asking if anybody had one or the other, so that if somebody had good luck with the mac, it would imply that the same luck would be had with the proto.
So you ask for advise, the first offered points towards Mac...you reply w/ Proto...
It's the same gun... I asked if anyone had used either one
Is that bad?
Have I offended the forum gods? 
I was up under a garbage truck the other day and got a drop of trash juice in my ear. I've never moved so fast in my life! Out from under the truck, gloves off, stuffed a rag in my ear. Got lucky, it was only a recycling truck. The ones that haul garbage are the worst, especially this time of year in the heat.
If you are able, I'd love to see a video of this thing in action! Nice gun!
