Good replacement for Dewalt DC925?

[thool]

I have a DC925 hammer drill from about 8 years ago, 18v NiCd. I got it because of the metal 3 speed transmission and hammer drill function.

It is getting heavy at over 6 lbs and the batteries are getting to the point of not taking a charge any more. I'm looking for a replacement. Typical uses will be homeowner projects: drilling into wood/metal, driving deck screws, working on docks, etc.

Recommendations? I really don't need the hammer drill feature, but the switchable transmission is a must.

 

[theoldwizard1]

I can't say I have seen ANY 1/2" drill with a 3 speed transmission. Great idea though !!

 

[MaineGuide]

http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-dcd991-dcd996-premium-brushless-cordless-drills/

Maybe one of their newest models?

 

[black00lightning]

I have several of theDC925's with the same problems with batteries failing to charge. I started replacing the nicads with the compact Li ion batteries. Besides the better cell life, they are also much lighter.

 

[gdocktor3]

I really don't think you can go wrong with any brand these days. Milwaukee and Dewalt are always the most popular. Ridgid makes good stuff and offer the lifetime guarantee. Bosch, Makita. Even Ryobi stuff is sufficient for home owner use. Let me ask you, does it make sense to spend the money on an entirely new setup if you rarely use it? One reason batteries die is from lack of use. Those 18 volt Li Ion batteries are rather cheap now a days and as mentioned, stronger, longer lasting and lighter. Plus, you already have a charger and possibly other 18v tools?

 

[Jmonnty]

https://fein.com/en_us/fastening/cordless-drill-drivers/ascm-18-0307697/
I have a full set of dewalt 20v, 3/8 compact and 1/2 hammer but I carry this in my install bag and it is my favorite. It is a little pricey but it is worth it.

 

[Finky198]

Hilti offers a 2 speed compact drill a 3 and 4 speed combo drill option in 18V (Its really 21 volts if you look on the batteries) They are awesome and Very tough but quite expensive. I find it to be worth the investment i use quite a few of there products from drills, saws, impact, and chipping guns. All with awesome success they can be found used aswell for a fair price... hope this helps a bit

 

[FigureItOut]

I have Milwaukee and that'll be a popular recommendation around here. I agree though that any of your big brands from Ridgid and up should be plenty. With Dewalt's second gen brushless out, gen 2 Fuel having been out a while, the lesser models from those two brands are very reasonably priced. I say lesser models, but were top of the line not too awfully long ago. The Dewalt compact 20 volt lithium ion drills are great bet, and that's coming from a guy with a bit of grudge against Dewalt.
For that matter, most guys working on home projects would be well equipped with even the lesser priced M12 models.

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[thool]

The drill itself is solid, so it probably makes sense to just buy a couple replacement batteries. I see 2 off brands for about 60 on Amazon.

 

[theoldwizard1]

The drill itself is solid, so it probably makes sense to just buy a couple replacement batteries. I see 2 off brands for about 60 on Amazon.

Some of the after market folks make Li-on batteries. They have more power and self-discharge at a much slower rate.