Is this Makita set worth the $99???

[biscuit141]

This looks like a great deal, am I missing something? Now if ony they had it at my local store.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-12-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-LCT209W/202945283#

 

[F-Bobby]

I just picked it up yesterday. For what I'm gonna use it for it was pretty much perfect. I wouldnt suggest it for any really heavy duty stuff, but for light interior work on cars and maybe some light engine bay stuff it should work just fine.

 

[O RLY]

I was going to pick this up to match my Makita 18v stuff but decided to go to the dark side and get the Milwaukee set instead. So far so good. I'm sure either will be more than good for you.

 

[Conductor562]

Absolutely. Makita has the smallest 12V line of the big 4, but at $99 you really can't go wrong.

 

[HDMac07]

It's worth it. I use cordless stuff all day, every day at a dealership. I use this kit as much as my SO cordless ratchet and my 3/8" and 1/2" impact. Get some magnetic nut setters from Harbor Freight and a good bit set and you won't be disappointed. The case is very nice as well, makes it great to carry back and forth to work. I actually just got rid of my Snap On Lithium Ion screw gun today because I can use this kit plus a couple screwdrivers to do everything I need. Good battery life, compact, and light. Cordless stuff is vital to my work since flat rate work can really bite you when it comes to warranty, so if a kit or tool isn't up to par it doesn't stay in my box long. This one is a keeper.

 

[tgb]

Had own for 4 years now except mine is 10.8volt. Used and abused everyday in the hvac line of work. Do not be scared of the little size these things can drive 3" deck screws all day long.

 

[senor fozz]

Had own for 4 years now except mine is 10.8volt. Used and abused everyday in the hvac line of work. Do not be scared of the little size these things can drive 3" deck screws all day long.

i know a carpenter who can verify this aswell. i believe he has two of these sets and i never hear a complaint from him about them.

 

[jmm]

Yes! I use the driver (+ 1/4" adapter) all the time on small part rebuilds -- no problems at all. 4 years old and still going strong. Can't say enough good about those little drills. I've never used the drill, but I'd imagine it's good quality as well. You might look into buying an extra battery or two though. They keep a charge for a long while, but if you're using both units at the same time, you'll want an extra, maybe two.

 

[Jawn]

Yes!

I have acquired a nice pile of that 12v Makita stuff, I'm real pleased with it.

 

[nicksnothereman]

This looks like a great deal, am I missing something? Now if ony they had it at my local store.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Makita-12-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-LCT209W/202945283#

Looks good to me...for home. But something you should probably check out in store before buying or at least look at reviews online.

Two problems would be 12 volt and the rating (1000 in pounds). That's not a whole lot of torque versus some other (plug in) electric torque wrenches; the 18 volt stuff looks like it has around 125 foot pounds (looking at a ryobi set; didn't note if it was 3/8" might be 1/2"); the milwaukee stuff has a bit more torque in 3/8". Okay for some light work on a car.

 

[Veto]

Looks good to me...for home. But something you should probably check out in store before buying or at least look at reviews online.

Two problems would be 12 volt and the rating (1000 in pounds). That's not a whole lot of torque versus some other (plug in) electric torque wrenches; the 18 volt stuff looks like it has around 125 foot pounds (looking at a ryobi set; didn't note if it was 3/8" might be 1/2"); the milwaukee stuff has a bit more torque in 3/8". Okay for some light work on a car.

I don't see why it would be a problem that it's 12V (10.8V really). It's got plenty of power for its size, 66 ft lbs on the impact is really not that bad. You wouldn't wanna use this for heavy duty work anyway.

I have this set and also the DeWalt 12V MAX line and I can't say anything bad about the Makita, I really like it actually. Only downside is that the drill can't stand on its own

 

[Revere Cycles]

I gave that set to my lady for Christmas, it is a very nice deal for $99.

 

[mikeselky85]

I picked up this set because I traded my snap on impact driver for the matco 1/4 impact that is a better version of the Makita. I must say the deal is amazing, and the driver/drill work very well for price. im not sure what anybody could do with the drill but I use I for low torque fasteners such as splash shields and some automotive light housings, since it has a clutch.
only downside in total is the fact that they are white! and I use them at work every day. and I think the driver will easily take over what I used my snap on was used for

 

[mp23]

Figure an additional $150.00 for the two batteries you would want. Maybe not that much but they are not cheap.

Never mind I did see where they were included. That does look like a good deal.

 

[uart]

Had own for 4 years now except mine is 10.8volt.

They're the same thing. The 10.8 volt and 12 volt Li-Ion batteries are different in name only, voltages are the same.

 

[Oily Nails]

I have issued a number of these to the production cells in the factory for running in nuts and self tapping screws.
Used every 3 minutes for 8 hours a day and we have not had a single one fail.....unlike the Panasonic drivers they replaced!
operators like them because they are comfortable and lite
Just wish they were that cheap in UK so I could pick up a set for home.

 

[bwillis]

myself and another electrician that I work with both bought these kits roughly four years ago they go through a fairly good beating and have held up rather well with the exception of the tabs on the batteries I wouldn't hesitate to buy this kit if I were you, good bang for the buck, I actually use this kit more than the bosch 12v and the Milwaukee 12v kits that I also own the only reason I have all three brands is because the tools that each one produces but for an impact and drill the Makita is my go to kit

 

[nicksnothereman]

I don't see why it would be a problem that it's 12V (10.8V really). It's got plenty of power for its size, 66 ft lbs on the impact is really not that bad. You wouldn't wanna use this for heavy duty work anyway.

I have this set and also the DeWalt 12V MAX line and I can't say anything bad about the Makita, I really like it actually. Only downside is that the drill can't stand on its own

The foot pound total is bad for drivetrain work and drive train work is the most likely purpose for an impact wrench due to being exposed (corrosion). You can't get an impact wrench in most places in an engine compartment without a swivel or flex; even then anywhere you'd want to use it=not enough torque. Just saying. Looks good not really useful for most guys.

You're in denmark (unless I'm really drunk and not reading right) so you should know about corrosion or gunk when it comes to exposed drivetrain bolts and/or stuff. Exhaust at 5-7 years you'll need more than that without heat and penetrating oil. Have to bring the thunder; this ain't got the thunder.

 

[jherm]

This isn't really meant for heavy automotive work. its an impact driver, not an all out impact. It takes separate bits, not a set 1/2, 3/8, or 1/4" drive.

That being said, they are awesome for what they are. Small, easy to get in and out of most places, pretty zippy. The impact driver works good for most smaller stuff; fender bolts, interior, putting together carts, bed frames... etc.

You cant really go wrong for the price

 

[mikeselky85]

I'm not sure why anybody would try to use this for drivetrain work? You can't expect such a small gun to as much power as a 3/8 or 1/2 drive impact. I have the Matco 1/4 drive which is one of these on steroids and I and I use it for upper engine work and things like oil pans. I will say though the makita set is perfect for some quick air filter changes, intake tube removal, removing sensors, auto lens casings and interior work. I'm still unsure what to use the drill for but it has a lot of power for some small projects

 

[daparrothead]

That is so very tempting, this forum is going to cost me a bunch of money. lol

 

[nicksnothereman]

This isn't really meant for heavy automotive work. its an impact driver, not an all out impact. It takes separate bits, not a set 1/2, 3/8, or 1/4" drive.

That being said, they are awesome for what they are. Small, easy to get in and out of most places, pretty zippy. The impact driver works good for most smaller stuff; fender bolts, interior, putting together carts, bed frames... etc.

You cant really go wrong for the price

You don't need impact for any of that.

Now I'm really confused.

 

[James-W]

It is my understanding the difference between the blue Makita tools and the white ones is that the blue tools are the "top of the line" and have better batteries. This is not to say the white tools have terrible batteries, actually they have perfectly good batteries, they just have less amp hours so they will need to be charged more often. At least that is what I gather from reading about them. For the price you pay, I think that would be a very good buy.

If you are interested, here is a link to a site that talks about Makita power tools.
I realize this is for the 18 volt units, but I suspect this is true for the 12 volt models as well.

http://blogs.toolbarn.com/2006/11/makita-18v-lithium-ion-drills-white-vs-html/

 

[nicksnothereman]

I'm not sure why anybody would try to use this for drivetrain work? You can't expect such a small gun to as much power as a 3/8 or 1/2 drive impact. I have the Matco 1/4 drive which is one of these on steroids and I and I use it for upper engine work and things like oil pans. I will say though the makita set is perfect for some quick air filter changes, intake tube removal, removing sensors, auto lens casings and interior work. I'm still unsure what to use the drill for but it has a lot of power for some small projects

Yeah but...did you really need it?

 

[Zeke]

That is so very tempting, this forum is going to cost me a bunch of money. lol

I heard that. I have such a hodge podge of cordless tools that you would laugh. But in the truck they all match. On my bench are the morphodites that I can't depend on from one day to the next. The set here would be a great replacement. It's hell when you have the whole kit and caboodle and you can't keep batteries for more than a year. The OLD Makita 9v tool batteries would last 5 years or more in daily use.

Ask me how I know because that's the set I have in the truck to this day. Oldest tool is going on 25 years.

 

[mikeselky85]

I wish I could say I really needed them. But working professionally with my tools it comes down to what just saves me money. If there's a tool that can make a job quicker I will get it. Even if it means I have a bunch of cordless tools closely resembling each other