Makita impact? - lug nut removal

[4 Ever-Fish N]

Which Makita impact wrenches would be good to carry in my vehicle to remove lug nuts? Due to age and back problems, not wanting to have to use a lug wrench any longer. Vehicles are 1/2 ton pickup and 4Runner, not that it makes a lot of difference but... I currently have two 1/2" Makita drill motors and a Makita oscillating multi-tool.

 

[vettex2]

I'd get one that is 12v that plugs in. Batteries will be dead when you need them

 

[DFB]

Too be on the safe side especially with a light truck wheel lugs the MAKITA-XWT04Z would suffice well. Avg. retail $179 bare tool or single battery XWT041X kit at $289. The XWT04Z has a rocker switch.

The new High Torque MAKITA-XWT08Z model could certainly get the job done with ease but would be overkill and is more expensive well over $200. ACME shows $249 bare tool.

I would be a little hesitant to recommend the MAKITA-XWT02Z brushless 1/2 @210 ft lbs simply because of all the possible variables. It can probably do the job on well maintained properly torqued wheel lugs but that should be tested out long before you end up on the side of the road. Bare tool is slightly more than the XWT04Z


Pretty much those are the current Makita offerings

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-cordless-impact-wrench-1-2-inch-xwt04z

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-xwt08z

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-1-2-inch-cordless-impact-wrench-xwt02z

There also is a portable 12v auto charger available for Makita Lithim Ion slide pack batteries too.

https://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-dc18se

 

[FMC1959]

The XTW08, it should handle any lug nuts with ease. The 18v LXT, as pretty much any lithium, should go about 6 months before any battery drain from just sitting. So you could swap twice a year without issue, and use the other one at home with other lxt tools.

 

[dnschmidt]

Whatever you do go brushless. This is the technology of choice. Brushed cordless tools are artifacts of history now.

 

[rrich1]

I have the 02z and it will do the job fine. I have an f150 and taken the lugs off it that were air impacted on just fine.

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[unslow1]

Maybe put a 4ft breaker with ratcheting head in them also. You don't want to be just stuck. A long enough bar shouldn't take much effort.

 

[gdocktor3]

I get a flat tire once every 2-3 years, maybe. By the time I needed a cordless impact it would be long dead. Maybe an electric impact with a power inverter would work.

 

[anurag1990]

if weight is not an issue, buy a torque multiplier instead. u can use it to tighten lug nuts, but need torque wrench for that. and a 1/2 or 3/8 speed brace will help take out or put in lug nut faster.

 

[Voi]

I'd get one that is 12v that plugs in. Batteries will be dead when you need them

Last time I researched those they all had bad reviews. Do you have one you recommend?

I'm in a similar boat as the OP but would like one mostly for our UTV. Both for wheel changes out on the trails but also for swapping out wheels for street or trail use.

I was hoping the Makita 210 ft-lb model would be sufficient. And yes, I'd carry a breaker bar as well.

 

[MuhThugga]

The 210 ft/lb model won't be enough to consistently zip lug nuts off.

 

[DFB]

I'm in a similar boat as the OP but would like one mostly for our UTV. Both for wheel changes out on the trails but also for swapping out wheels for street or trail use.

I was hoping the Makita 210 ft-lb model would be sufficient. And yes, I'd carry a breaker bar as well.

Voi I don't think you would have any issues. I'll mention here that any hesitancy in making a flat out recommendation to rely just on a compact for truck lug removal is only based on my experience with the similar Milwaukee 2655. I have a 1/2 Dodge long box and its been a serious work truck heavy bed loads, towing, snowplowing. But for whatever the reason corrosion, thread damage over tightening maybe I had several lugs the compact Milwaukee could not remove. No issue with the high torque though

Now the Makita XWT02Z also looks to have a bit of an advantage in speed of removal over a similar sized Milwaukee compact. The Makita has a slightly higher RPM/IPM rating so that does seem make a difference in removal. Check out this video

and watch part 1 too.

I have had plenty of Makita tools for a long time they have all been top notch quality.

 

[Voi]

Check out this video

and watch part 1 too.

Thanks for the reply. I have seen both parts of that video and it was in part the reason why I was hoping it would be sufficient.

I have more use for a compact wrench than any of the larger ones. Haven't seen the Fuel mid torque but I'm guessing I'd still have a strong preference for a compact unit for stuff other than lug nuts. Ideally I'd only need to own a compact unit but if I found myself doing wheel swaps frequently owning both would be a possibility.

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

Thanks all for the suggestions. It looks like the MAKITA-XWT04Z will work the best for my needs. If anyone runs across a good deal on one, please let me know.

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

I ordered the MAKITA-XWT08Z today for $219 on Ebay. Thanks to all for the suggestions.

Too be on the safe side especially with a light truck wheel lugs the MAKITA-XWT04Z would suffice well. Avg. retail $179 bare tool or single battery XWT041X kit at $289. The XWT04Z has a rocker switch.

The new High Torque MAKITA-XWT08Z model could certainly get the job done with ease but would be overkill and is more expensive well over $200. ACME shows $249 bare tool.

I would be a little hesitant to recommend the MAKITA-XWT02Z brushless 1/2 @210 ft lbs simply because of all the possible variables. It can probably do the job on well maintained properly torqued wheel lugs but that should be tested out long before you end up on the side of the road. Bare tool is slightly more than the XWT04Z


Pretty much those are the current Makita offerings

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-cordless-impact-wrench-1-2-inch-xwt04z

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-xwt08z

http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-1-2-inch-cordless-impact-wrench-xwt02z

There also is a portable 12v auto charger available for Makita Lithim Ion slide pack batteries too.

https://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/makita-dc18se

 

[DFB]

I ordered the MAKITA-XWT08Z today for $219 on Ebay. Thanks to all for the suggestions.

I'm sure you will be quite happy with that!

 

[boostmiser]

the 8z is my next purchase

 

[Ktmrider83]

I have the xwt02z. If you have a meaty impact socket it should zip off most any vehicles lugnuts. The 08 is overkill IMO, the lowest tq. Setting is like 500ft lbs too.. With the 02 you can max out setting 2 for 80ft lbs or 3 for around 150. Basically no chance of snapping a stud or undertorqing.

 

[xavier296]

I haven't had good luck with the 02z getting lug nuts off on my car. I always hand tighten them with a shorter breaker bar. I do have to use a 1/2 to 3/8 adapter though to run my 3/8" 3/4" socket since nothing else fits in the lug holes. I end up using my 04z to remove the lugs. I thought I could put it away forever, but keep having to get it out for lug nuts. I have been eyeing the 08z, looks like a monster.

 

[Ktmrider83]

To be honest I was also dissapointed with the 02z..That reducer and 3/8th drive chrome socket I assume are killing some power.

I have a Dewalt DCF899 for the bigger stuff, this is a good impact for 70% of uses. I wish I would have held out for the Milwaukee mid torque, I feel it would handle 90% of my needs..

Xavier, just curious what battery your running? I have the 4ah

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

Just an FYI for anyone that may purchase an additional Makita tool like I did. The BL1815 batteries DO NOT work with the heavier tools like the XWT08Z. You have to get the BL1830 or larger battery. If I would have known that I may have looked at the kits instead of the "tool only". You live and learn. At least my chargers will work with both batteries.

 

[DFB]

Well that's a darn shame

I remember hearing about that a long time ago

Is there is a tab or something stop them from engaging in place?

Did you buy an additional battery yet

CPO has a new OEM for $79.99
http://www.cpooutlets.com/makita-bl...ion-3-0-ah-battery/mktnbl1830,default,pd.html


And you can also buy knock off batteries for half of that yet

I've recently that route with my older Makita tools for me the OEM don't last any better

 

[plain garage]

I have both the 02 and 04 impacts, each will zip off lug nuts (torqued to 100 ft lb), the difference is the smaller 02 will take several more seconds to hammer off each lug nut where as the 02 will do it in 1 sec flat. Multiply that by 20 lug nuts and the extra wait can add up, not to mention the extra noise. Now the 08 looks interesting 750 lb ft, wow!

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

Yes, there's a tab that stops the small batteries from sliding onto the impact. According to what I read online, some folks break the tab off but you risk over heating the batteries. Not willing to take that risk.

I order 2 BL1830 B batteries for just under $100.00. Should be here by Monday.

Well that's a darn shame

I remember hearing about that a long time ago

Is there is a tab or something stop them from engaging in place?

Did you buy an additional battery yet

CPO has a new OEM for $79.99
http://www.cpooutlets.com/makita-bl...ion-3-0-ah-battery/mktnbl1830,default,pd.html


And you can also buy knock off batteries for half of that yet

I've recently that route with my older Makita tools for me the OEM don't last any better

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

The 08 is only .3 lbs heavier than the 04. I may have been better off with the 04 but I decided I would rather have too much power than not enough. If for some reason I decide I would prefer the 04, I'm sure I could make a trade. Or, just buy one more impact.

I have both the 02 and 04 impacts, each will zip off lug nuts (torqued to 100 ft lb), the difference is the smaller 02 will take several more seconds to hammer off each lug nut where as the 02 will do it in 1 sec flat. Multiply that by 20 lug nuts and the extra wait can add up, not to mention the extra noise. Now the 08 looks interesting 750 lb ft, wow!

 

[lakeroadster]

Keep It Simple.

This wrench works every time... has never let me down.

I have impact wrenches... but never use them for lug nuts.

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

That's wonderful, for you. Did you happen to read the original post?

Keep It Simple.

This wrench works every time... has never let me down.

I have impact wrenches... but never use them for lug nuts.

 

[lakeroadster]

That's wonderful, for you. Did you happen to read the original post?

I didn't. My apology

 

[Showkey]

Whatever you do go brushless. This is the technology of choice. Brushed cordless tools are artifacts of history now.

No way do you need to pay the extra cost for brushless .......so it can sit in the trunk. The brushed tool will last for 40 years with intermittent use.

 

[Ktmrider83]

I have an old beat up Dewalt DCF880 1/2" brushed impact rated for 150ftlbs. I was hoping to get something similar in size and have a nice chunk more power so I "upgraded" to the 02z Makita. Ended up putting out very similiar power..Don't get me wrong it has better features but overall it's basically the same thing..

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

I got the correct batteries in for the Makita XWT08Z and tried it out. I removed two lug nuts from my utility trailer with no trouble at all. I'm not sure if the slightly lighter weight of the next smaller Makita would be worth going that route or not. I'm satisfied with this one but it is fairly heavy. Makes it a lot easier and faster than using the 4 way lug wrench. Thanks again to everyone for your suggestions.

 

[White 99]

You got me looking also. What is the difference between the Makita XWT11Z and the XWZ02Z?

 

[Ktmrider83]

It seems to have the exact same specs. Minus an auto stop feature which to me seems pointless.. they should have released a mid torque model to compete with milwaukee

 

[Alpine4x4]

I have the 08, absolute beast. A bit on the heavy side, but a much better option for me instead of having to buy a bigger compressor and an air impact to remove lugs.

 

[White 99]

It seems to have the exact same specs. Minus an auto stop feature which to me seems pointless.. they should have released a mid torque model to compete with milwaukee

Thanks, I missed the quick stop feature. Home Depot sells only the 11z. I may have to go take a look.