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finally tested out the milwaukee compressor i picked up on the last Acme sale. That thing is sloooooooooooooooooow. But lets me take a few swigs of my beer during airups. also nice not to have to drag around a hose.
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thetruck454
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I just used it to inflate my tires from 50 to 65 psi and you're right. It was very slow. The compressor go so hot I could smell hot rubber after the second tire. Infact it actually over heated on the fourth tire and had a thermometer icon flashing. It went through a entire 6ah battery in the process. I think knot has it's limits, but it sure beats starting up a compressor for small tasks.
Interesting. Used mine to air up from 28psi to 35 on all 4 tires. Used a 4.0 battery and it used only one bar for all 4 tires. Did it pretty quick too.
JettaGetUpandGo
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It gets increasingly more difficult to build pressure as the pressure increases. This is why it's perfectly suited for typical passenger tires but struggles with the higher pressures.
Crazyjake8493
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It also has a duty cycle and can’t be run continously for too long like a larger compressor can. I like mine for what it is. Prevents me from having to fill the compressor and drag outa hose just to top off the tires.
thetruck454
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My thoughts exactly. I gave all my air tools to my father and the only use for my 40 gal compressor was to fill up tires. It was a huge waste, not to mention the time it took to wait for the compressor to get up to pressure. For just filling tires, the combination of portability and ease of use it can't be beat.
Crazyjake8493
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Really the only thing I still use my air compressor for is nail guns. I’m not a big fan of battery powered nailers, nor do I want to spend the money on 5 or 6 different ones that I already have in pneumatic.
Everything else I’ve switched over to cordless vs air.
NitroGarage
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What's the over under on the torque output of the 1" impact? 2000?
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And this why I've said 100 times Milwaukee aims for the TRADES market. Those guys (and that's me) drive TRUCKS. 285/70/17 and 285/70/18 in my case.
And we run LOAD RANGE E
We need at least 65 psi out of an inflator.
Maybe Milwaukee should make a super inflator marketed w the 12.0, just like the huge circular saw and chainsaw. I'd still buy it, almost regardless of price.
I don't know many tradesmen and contractors running around on "passenger car tires."
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I think part of it is also I did four tires from 50 to 65psi. If you had one tire to air up, or top off a couple from 70 to 75 psi I bet it would be fine. Heck most tractor tires don't run squat for pressure so I bet that would be fine to.
Still though, I was surprised it struggled as much as it did doing what I did.
ScottsGT
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Anyone got info on the best deal going on an M12 hammer drill and impact deal right now? Son has a birthday coming on the 8th and he’s been wanting this set for light duty home owner use.
Looking at this one.
https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/factor...-driver-combo-kit/milr2597-82,default,pd.html
Looking at this one.
https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/factor...-driver-combo-kit/milr2597-82,default,pd.html
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drwheels
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What would You guys give for a 4 piece kit sku 179431 showing $399 on hd .com ?
visiter555
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Anyone have a chance to buy & use the 8 1/4" table saw (2736-21HD)? Just wondering on how the performance is and if you bought at HD with the bonus battery if you returned the second battery without any issues?
I don't use a table saw all that often, but when I do I really need to use the table! lol
I don't use a table saw all that often, but when I do I really need to use the table! lol
Anyone know whether the bonus 5AH battery will still be going early in November at HD? This deal: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...18-5-0Ah-Battery-2780-20-48-11-1850/305907383
Debating whether i get one sent to a mate or just try and pick it up when i arrive.
Debating whether i get one sent to a mate or just try and pick it up when i arrive.
CooperS7777
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It says on the site the promotion is until Oct. 31st. Add it to your cart and go to the checkout, and youll see the promotion dates listed.
2manytools
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Offer ends 10/29 in-store for the free battery with grinder, sawzall, or ht impact wrench.
drwheels
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It had pennied. Wound up giving $100. So 75% off
Ah, didnt see that in the cart.
Frustratingly its now out of stock online again... anyone know if there are other retailers doing the same deal still?
Yes they are, you just have to find a store with a battery and a grinder in stock and go buy them together.
Kind of difficult to find it in stores, as im in Australia. In the States for 9 days next fortnight though.
I ended up ordering it from Acme Tools. They were decent with the stubby order, so hopefully will come through quickly for shipping to a mate in IL to bring down to the conference we are at. Ended up being $2 more than HD, but thats a whopping AU$230 (US$160) less than it costs here:
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I'm curious too, anyone here had luck with replicating this deal directly in the store and returning the extra 12.0Ah battery? Is there any price breakdown on the receipt?
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It's here! Get the chainsaw get a second 12ah batt free
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...12-0Ah-Battery-2727-21HD-48-11-1812/306638555
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...12-0Ah-Battery-2727-21HD-48-11-1812/306638555
trackwelder
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Anyone know if a storage case is available? I have been waiting for this deal, thanks.
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Is this M12 portable bandsaw a good deal?
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...12-2-0Ah-Battery-2429-20-48-11-2420/306636281
I usually cut smaller diameter sized piping
Also, CPO is offering the M18 type for $275 with free 5.0Ah battery,
https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwau...MIhNztwcCv3gIVEozICh0cmgBFEAQYASABEgIBY_D_BwE
What's better? M12 or M18 portable band saw?
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...12-2-0Ah-Battery-2429-20-48-11-2420/306636281
I usually cut smaller diameter sized piping
Also, CPO is offering the M18 type for $275 with free 5.0Ah battery,
https://www.cpomilwaukee.com/milwau...MIhNztwcCv3gIVEozICh0cmgBFEAQYASABEgIBY_D_BwE
What's better? M12 or M18 portable band saw?
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2manytools
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Better, what a silly question.
I'm sort of in the same boat, but when I do get mine it will be the M18 Fuel. For the most part, it's going to be stationary and not lugged around. I'm going to get a ton more use out of it by buying a table base to use it as a traditional band saw. The the base is really what got me even contemplating a band-saw. I think it is Swag products that makes them. I also prefer getting a brushless motor when possible, but I either would be capable of cutting whatever your throw at it.I didn't know that the M12 was "not" a Fuel brushless type.
M18 it is then. I don't have much floor space, and I wouldn't always be using a bandsaw as a typical bandsaw. I'd use it more for conduit. However, its good to see conversion options to make it into a standing band saw for small-scale woodworking projects.
You saved me $129 though
I was going to buy the Ryobi 9" Standing Bandsaw, but seeing the limited space I already have, the Milwaukee Fuel M18 Bandsaw is locked in for this holiday season
Now the questions, who has the best deal? Should I wait 'till Black Friday, or is the CPO deal good enough?
Home Depot had it with the free battery for $299 ($25 more than CPO earlier this month)
M18 it is then. I don't have much floor space, and I wouldn't always be using a bandsaw as a typical bandsaw. I'd use it more for conduit. However, its good to see conversion options to make it into a standing band saw for small-scale woodworking projects.
You saved me $129 though
I was going to buy the Ryobi 9" Standing Bandsaw, but seeing the limited space I already have, the Milwaukee Fuel M18 Bandsaw is locked in for this holiday season Now the questions, who has the best deal? Should I wait 'till Black Friday, or is the CPO deal good enough?
Home Depot had it with the free battery for $299 ($25 more than CPO earlier this month)
Better, what a silly question.
I didn't know that the M12 was "not" a Fuel brushless type.
M18 it is then. I don't have much floor space, and I wouldn't always be using a bandsaw as a typical bandsaw. I'd use it more for conduit. However, its good to see conversion options to make it into a standing band saw for small-scale woodworking projects.
You saved me $129 though
Now the questions, who has the best deal? Should I wait 'till Black Friday, or is the CPO deal good enough?
Home Depot had it with the free battery for $299 ($25 more than CPO earlier this month)
What is your use? The deep cut is huge. The 12v is pretty small, really only good for 1" and smaller. I mostly purchase the middle size which is good for up to 2.5" I believe. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...Batteries-Charger-Hard-Case-2629-22/202043795
The bigger one is saved for 3+ and larger pipe.
This is tempting. I rarely use my little gas one, but this seems like too good to pass up.
thetruck454
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I've just been borrowing one, so that tells me how infrequent I need it. I'm heavily invested in the Milwaukee M12 & M18 stuff, so I just couldn't refuse the offer. Now to find the accessories like a hard case, sharpening file, wedges, etc.
The chainsaw is nice and a second battery is almost a necessity for me
I am in the same boat. It almost seems silly not to get it.
I could def. use it at the gfs rental house next season. I really need to clean up all the pine trees on her property since the bottom branches have never been trimmed.
GortonsFisherman
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As a pro user of it, I can say that it is more than capable. I get something like 140 cuts of 3/8" threaded rod on a 4.0. I also own the Fuel Deep Cut, but it only comes out for diameters above the m12's capacity.
Be warned, I went to Home Despot, picked up the M18 chainsaw with a 12AH battery on it, and all I could think was #$@*! this thing is long, wide and heavy. I hate 2 cycle more than the next guy, but.... dang.
Distrophe
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Yeah, it's long for the bar length compared to gas saws. It's not heavy to me but I move heavy stuff around job sites alot.
I actually like 2 cycle stuff but this was a good deal w/ 1 battery for $300.
The 12ah battery is awesome too. (Only a slight regret not just getting a 2battery kit for $430)
No gas, just some bar oil. This will be great to have in a truck during winter to cut up small fallen trees at a moments notice.
I've heard that the 9ah is fine for smaller cuts also.
2manytools
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I ended up with 2 batteries, for about that same price when it came out, and sort of wish I had waited. For most of my needs one 12 would be enough, but don't want to be waiting on a recharge, so I got the 2nd. I wish I had waited, and got 2 of the new 6.0 HO instead of the 2nd 12. They would end up seeing a lot more use than the big 12, which won't be going on tools I regularly pickup anytime soon.
It is wide though. It won't fit in the Husqvarna case I ended up with for free from Lowe's. Might fit if I were to cut a hole for the bar on the bottom, rather than how it is orientated now, but wouldn't love putting it away or taking it out like that. Only because of the bar oil that I would prefer to have it in a case.
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