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Last one showed up. Maybe I should take a family photo of everything together.
Makita Addiction Thread
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engineer2
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I've been wondering if it worth going from the brushed recip saw to the newer brushless.
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Probably not unless you use it all the time. Even then I'd use what you have until it stops performing.
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Ok Snapped-off meet my Smurf Family and growing.........................
They're all perched upon my SKIL table saw, it's nice to have capable family around.
KnurledNut
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For that particular tool, i would say absolutely.
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I'll grab a photo tomorrow. I even bought my dad the brushless lxt drill/driver kit in the hard case as a Christmas gift. He's still got the old Makita 7v Ni-mh drill..
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I forgot about the 16" chainsaw, been cleaning out the garage and forgot all about it.
well this just got purchased from the Jungle,
The Blue's just make me feel better
i like refinishing things, should of owned something like this a long time ago.
The deal was unreal and box to boot!
PS i can always use another battery but enough with the chargers, i usually just purchase tool only but the BOX!
well this just got purchased from the Jungle,
The Blue's just make me feel better
i like refinishing things, should of owned something like this a long time ago.
The deal was unreal and box to boot!
PS i can always use another battery but enough with the chargers, i usually just purchase tool only but the BOX!
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That's where it all started for me in my early twenty's use to use those batteries for my RC's
Do i have other branded corded and cordless tools sure, but they just end up turning blue with envy
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Family portrait '21
Don't know if it's worthwhile but I'm gonna fill out the registration cards while everything is handy.
I don't have a cool table saw, so the rug will have to do.
Don't know if it's worthwhile but I'm gonna fill out the registration cards while everything is handy.
I don't have a cool table saw, so the rug will have to do.
javyLSU
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As a follow up… I just checked the tank, and it’s holding pressure at 130 psi.
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That sounds good. Mine won't hold anything over 120. Not really worried about it though. I'm happy with what it puts out for the size.
Farmall 1066
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Been wanting a Makita cordless chainsaw.
stumbled across an XCU03 like new in a pawnshop few weeks back. $125 with 2 4.0 batteries.
This thing will flat out EAT!
Had kid time me cutting up a petrified 10” hedge post. Averaged 12 seconds on 4 cuts and batteries still show 100%.
Thoroughly impressed!
stumbled across an XCU03 like new in a pawnshop few weeks back. $125 with 2 4.0 batteries.
This thing will flat out EAT!
Had kid time me cutting up a petrified 10” hedge post. Averaged 12 seconds on 4 cuts and batteries still show 100%.
Thoroughly impressed!
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For what it's worth, I swapped out the 2 couplers on my MAC5200 and it holds solid at 135 psi now. I never did spray any of the connections.
engineer2
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The older brushed recip saw won't accept the newer batteries with the power level indicator, unless you do the mod.
KnurledNut
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How old? Is this a non-star recip?
I got a 2013 model BJR182 thats takes them just fine, but its got the star.
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All is well my fellow Blues Brothers.....................................................................
First use will be to refinish a wood exterior door threshold and then finish up an antique china curio hutch, they have a 1/2" optional arm i'll get later.
First use will be to refinish a wood exterior door threshold and then finish up an antique china curio hutch, they have a 1/2" optional arm i'll get later.
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engineer2
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Makita BJR182, no star. The star batteries won't plug in. I'll have to re-check tomorrow. No biggie, I've been wanting the upgraded model anyhow.
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See, now the Blue's have you think'n clearly
Eric29
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I did the mod about a year ago and the batteries work fine in all my older tools. It’s cheaper than buying new tools.
About to get the same kit. What deal are you referring to?I forgot about the 16" chainsaw, been cleaning out the garage and forgot all about it.
well this just got purchased from the Jungle,
The Blue's just make me feel better
i like refinishing things, should of owned something like this a long time ago.
The deal was unreal and box to boot!
PS i can always use another battery but enough with the chargers, i usually just purchase tool only but the BOX!
Thanks
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Oh we Blue Smurfs never reveal our sources.
First are you a True Blue Makita Freak or just one that's looking for assorted colors, these things matter to us.
Do you feel anger and rather go red (Milwaukee) or perhaps your green with envy(Hitachi), i suppose black and yellow and you're a Steelers fan (Dewalt), an OJ drinker? (Ridgid), i do favor the Falcon's colors (Porter Cable), perhaps you like bright flavored drinks (RYOBI),
i know, you are of the darker of us Blues Brothers (BOSCH), maybe you are confused and in the gray area (FLEX) and a dozen more capable attributes to the community, but when i'm feeling down and out i just sing the Blues.(I had to, i just had to.)
OK serious now The Deal.
AMAZON.
I paid 443.23 clams
just now checked and it went up tad bit $448.52
I tried to look for a refurbished one.
but that's not to bad either, just think of the BOX!
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When you are feeling blue and just want to chip away the things that are bothering you, or extreme dental work...
Makita XRH01Z
Makita XRH01Z
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engineer2
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Still thinking about the 36V 7-1/4 rear handle circular saw kit + free tool for $249 at Home Depot
2x18V 7-1/4" circular saw
2x5.0 batteries
double charger
bag (so what)
Free tool, likely the 1/4+3/8 ratchet. Should be good for auto repairs.
I can sell my 18V 6-1/2" saw and the double charger since I already have 2 double chargers.
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I believe my barrel saw's reciprocating plunger shaft is failing (where the blade receives, about six months old).
This comes where i believe no matter what tool, product, brand, warranty, guaranty they have or come with, when these things happen, i just won't purchase that specific product again, and move on back onto my corded tool(s).
I came to a conclusion why is it i have specifically a Makita 20 year old drill and still functions and brushed to boot?
because there is a lot of complexities to different types of how each and every cordless specific tool is made.
So i figure that's when (no matter which company) you then only have that specific tool CORDED!
now this Blue thread will always have updates on how well these Makita's hold up, trust me i use each and every one of them on a daily and weekly basis and besides I love collecting them, besides there's no better feeling than feeling Blue.
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This comes where i believe no matter what tool, product, brand, warranty, guaranty they have or come with, when these things happen, i just won't purchase that specific product again, and move on back onto my corded tool(s).
I came to a conclusion why is it i have specifically a Makita 20 year old drill and still functions and brushed to boot?
because there is a lot of complexities to different types of how each and every cordless specific tool is made.
So i figure that's when (no matter which company) you then only have that specific tool CORDED!
now this Blue thread will always have updates on how well these Makita's hold up, trust me i use each and every one of them on a daily and weekly basis and besides I love collecting them, besides there's no better feeling than feeling Blue.
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It's a hell of a deal. Just 2 5.0 batteries are $200.
I won't need a circular saw for atleast several months, but the batteries, dual charger, and free tool was too good to pass for $236. (discounted) ****** it up while it's available. They ran out of some other deals.
It's a tempting deal for sure, but I'm not willing to give up my 6.5" 18v saw. With a sharp blade this guy cuts through 1" plywood subfloor like butter. And it's so light I don't mind using it on a ladder or overhead. I already have a corded skil saw for when I need the power, and I just can't justify the 36v rear handle even though I really want it.
Have you seen the new japan-only 18v with the removable base section? That would be so nice for cutting out floor up flush against a wall. If that one comes out over here I might have to splurge
engineer2
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I may get it this weekend, I'll sell my 6.5" saw and extra dual charger.
engineer2
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I ordered the XSR01 from HD and picked it up. Box was beat to ****. Don't know how HD could sell something like that.
Exchanged it for another one. The ratchet will ship to my house in 2 weeks. Not an optimal experience.
Exchanged it for another one. The ratchet will ship to my house in 2 weeks. Not an optimal experience.
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KnurledNut
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It looks like they have revised the notch design at some point.
But either way, the blade follows the tab, not the notch recess.
I cant tell 100% from your pic, but it looks okay.
That Max blade is super thin so it will be a little off from the guide line.
Here is a pic of mine with a Diablo blade. Its also a ultra thin blade.
I straight edged the blade body, so this doesnt account for the tooth thickness.
In use, it cuts as it should.
Wanted to post up some of my brushed Makita tools that are in great shape. The only negatives are the relatively weak 18V recip and the small corded hammer drill which doesn’t hold small drill bits well. The 18V drills and impact drivers are at another project location.
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This can drill 1/2" or smaller ok, anything larger, well you'll need something with more Umph!When you are feeling blue and just want to chip away the things that are bothering you, or extreme dental work...
Makita XRH01Z
Just used it this morning for some Tapcons and post bases. (haven't yet to use as just Hammer mode)
I'm going to order the 36V model for bigger projects.
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It looks like they have revised the notch design at some point.
But either way, the blade follows the tab, not the notch recess.
I cant tell 100% from your pic, but it looks okay.
That Max blade is super thin so it will be a little off from the guide line.
Here is a pic of mine with a Diablo blade. Its also a ultra thin blade.
I straight edged the blade body, so this doesnt account for the tooth thickness.
In use, it cuts as it should.
gotcha. i'm just gonna keep it since 99% of the time i line the blade up w/ the cut and don't even use the references on the baseplate. thanks for the post.
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Every time before i pull a trigger on a circular saw, i tell myself " I am a human table saw".
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Nice corded circular saw from Makita at Home Depot.
15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Corded Lightweight Magnesium Circular Saw with LED Light, Dust Blower, 24T Carbide blade, Hard Case
15 Amp 7-1/4 in. Corded Lightweight Magnesium Circular Saw with LED Light, Dust Blower, 24T Carbide blade, Hard Case
5007MG? Amazon has it $10 cheaper.
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I've been finding Home Pimple sometimes has quite a lot as of late the better deals also, not everything but some.HD is $8 cheaper than Amazon if you're eligible for a discount.
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When you find yourself a Lil' restless and feeling kinda blue you just have to buy the best a Makita tried and true.
- Thread starter willhollin, well, he started it!
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