I have a project that I will need a coil nail gun for Hardi siding and roofing. Max nail size is 2.5". This will see limited use so I don't want to spend $400+ on it. What do you like in coil nail guns? Any in particular to stay away from?
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Coil nail gun
- Thread starter Jackfre
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Majordisorder
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Hitachi NV65. Dependable but Hardi siding and roofing are two different guns
Michael_in_DE
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Harbor freight just sent out an email announcing new guns last night. Should be good enough for one project use.
https://www.harborfreight.com/see_new_products_test.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/see_new_products_test.html
Michael_in_DE
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Just noticed that if you scroll down on that page I linked to, it actually compares one of their models to MajorDisorder's hitachi. Too funny.
zhaddock
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I bought the HF roofing nailer a few years back for exactly what you're describing. Works fine for the average DIY Hero.
siding nailers & roofing nailers are not interchangeable
each their own
each their own
speed bump
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For Hardi siding I always use my framing nailer with a plastic foot. Works well, I just set the nail depth with an air regulator.
Roofing takes a different coil nailer than siding so you will need at least two guns.
For home use I look through the pawn shops and buy something that doesn't look completely beat to hell and functions properly when I test it. Hitachi, Senco, and Bostich (which also seem to get rebranded as Dewalt or PC as well) are most common pro gun names and everyone has a favorite out of those 3 names.
Roofing takes a different coil nailer than siding so you will need at least two guns.
For home use I look through the pawn shops and buy something that doesn't look completely beat to hell and functions properly when I test it. Hitachi, Senco, and Bostich (which also seem to get rebranded as Dewalt or PC as well) are most common pro gun names and everyone has a favorite out of those 3 names.
Trey T
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I have the Freeman $150 coil siding nailer that uses nail up to 2.5". I used it with a pancake compressor at my bro's house and it's pretty good ... can't confidently say because I only shot two rolls. I used 2" and 2.5" stainless steel shank nails. Everything bought from HD
jgromada
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I saw a video of someone shooting coiled siding nails in a Central Pneumatic (Harbor Freight) roofing nailer. It seemed to work but i thought the nail parameters might not work. It was on Youtube . But i think I would end up getting two different nail guns
I ended up with the Bostitch N-66C. It has handled the 2" nails nicely and fed reliably so far. I like it. The built in **** hook has been really nice to be able to hang it on a rafter securely while putting up the plywood. I'll start the Hardi this week and report back.