The DeWalt Addiction Thread

[garthg]

My first DeWalt. (But I've got a Black and Decker I bought in 1974 still going strong).

 

[CTyankee]

FYI - DeWalt small sockets sets are on sale again at Sears

$15 to $25 for 1/4 thru 1/2 inch 20 PC sets

Thanks for the early morning heads up.

Picked up a 2 each of the 1/4 and 3/8 to share with my boss. Figured I'd think about the 1/2 drive set and decide at lunch time. Too late...all gone. Maybe next time...if there is one.

 

[77Ford]

FYI - the 204 pic DeWalt socket set will be going on sale at Sears on Monday for $139 and you should be able to stack the $20 off $100 DeWalt deal....additional info over in the "Hot Deals" section



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[Stuey]

Oops, maybe I should have posted to here instead of http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=294110 .

Lotsa new cordless tools: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-cordless-tools-new-2015/

I've lost track of which one I'm most excited about.

 

[77Ford]

Oops, maybe I should have posted to here instead of http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=294110 .

Lotsa new cordless tools: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-cordless-tools-new-2015/

I've lost track of which one I'm most excited about.

Please post any DeWalt related "News" here also Stuey.......thanks for the update!


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[Stuey]

And here's the scoop on the new mechanics tools and power tools: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-mechanics-tools-hand-tools-new-2015/

 

[Beemer533]

Very cool, thanks for the updates!

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[redbarron57]

I got a set of dewalt ratcheting wrenches. No complaints.

 

[TOOL FANATIK]

Thank you for these updates! I've been patiently waiting for Dewalt to drop a 7/16 impact driver. Move over Bosch and Milwaukee! Also looking forward to the new impact wrench!

 

[racintj]

New toolbox waiting to be set free.

 

[racintj]

News about new products...
http://www.protoolreviews.com/news/2015-dewalt-media-event-2/16580/

 

[77Ford]

New toolbox waiting to be set free.

Sweet......any discounts Or full price?

 

[ScottsRX]

Oops, maybe I should have posted to here instead of http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=294110 .

Lotsa new cordless tools: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-cordless-tools-new-2015/

I've lost track of which one I'm most excited about.

I've been looking at this cordless Nailer. Have you had the chance to play around with it yet? Wondering what the weight feels like as it's slightly heavier than other gas powered Nailers.

 

[racintj]

I've been looking at this cordless Nailer. Have you had the chance to play around with it yet? Wondering what the weight feels like as it's slightly heavier than other gas powered Nailers.

Here's the whole line of Dewalt Nailers. I'm sure there will be some reviews soon.

http://www.protoolreviews.com/tools/air/framing-nailers/dewalt-pneumatic-nailer-preview/16563/

 

[racintj]

Sweet......any discounts Or full price?

Regular price.

 

[Stuey]

And here's the last of my preview coverage:

http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-power-tools-nailers-drill-bits-new-2015/

 

[Fusion13]

Have this thing on it's way right now, actually 2 of them... One for me and a buddy of mine

 

[xurusaibobx]

Have this thing on it's way right now, actually 2 of them... One for me and a buddy of mine

i just got mines in the mail today. Black n decker aka Dewalt shipped it to me in the original box so the whole world could see. am surprised it didnt get stolen.

anyways first impressions it feels good. when i go into work monday i have it side by side the MAC 1/2 impact MATCO and Snap on versions.


but off the bat it doesnt have the wrist twisting action as my snap on impact has. so am not sure if the burst of power it states is going be true

my coworkers MAC gun the 4 screws that hold the nose on has backed off a couple times so quality isnt that great on these dewalt impacts i know

 

[kctyphoon]

Well i finally deceided to bite the bullet and bring in my persoanl 12v max impact driver and use it to help with my bucket work. its actually a nice addition to have instead of using 3 different ratchets and sockets for everything. i have the 12v max and the m12 but the dewalt is better a choice to use for a few reasons.. it has a better handle, a much bigger belt clip, and you dont need to touch the chuck to insert new drivers. i bought a cheap ($20) 1/4" drive impact socket set, and an eBay listing for 5 apex 1/4" hex drive to 1/4" square drive adapters with pin locks to put on the most common sockets i use. the big advantage is having a socket and small extension that are BOTH locked into an impact driver, instead of using an impact wrench. this way nothing can detatch or fall off while im using them.

whats even better - is i found an old dewalt drill in the dumpster at work that was rusted out from being submerged in water - and i sent it out to a vendor weeks ago asking for it to be replaced with a new Milwaukee. but what showed up yesterday was a brand new 20v max hammer drill instead.. but it worked out, cause now i have a charger to use that will charge the 20v and 12v packs.... so i have a digger derrick outfitted with Milwaukee, and a bucket truck outfitted with Dewalt.

i also turned in a rusted out hiliti and asked for it to get replaced with a cordless milwaukee sawzall.. cant wait to see what shows up next..

 

[77Ford]

What Vendor trades just tools for new ones? Please tell. Thanks for your review.


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[kctyphoon]

What Vendor trades just tools for new ones? Please tell. Thanks for your review.


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basically im sending the tool out to be repaired, and if its unrepairable, it gets replaced (and billed out as "repaired" im sure). its not a "free" tool, just "free for me".. ive been able to ask to get things replaced with other items before, cause really whats the difference if they spend $400 on a new Hilti drill, or $300 on a cordless sawzall to replace it.. its a small vendor that does the work, and im able to talk to on occasion, thats billing a billion dollar company, so im sure theres room for some creative paperwork, and neither party really cares how big the bill gets.
so far ive probably pulled about a 2 dozen different items out of the dumpster, or found laying around broken in storage that ive gotten repaired or just completely replaced - from hydraulic jackhammers and chain hoists, to cordless drills and chainsaws. basically anything..

 

[loudog212]

You an electric company lineman?

 

[77Ford]

basically im sending the tool out to be repaired, and if its unrepairable, it gets replaced (and billed out as "repaired" im sure). its not a "free" tool, just "free for me".. ive been able to ask to get things replaced with other items before, cause really whats the difference if they spend $400 on a new Hilti drill, or $300 on a cordless sawzall to replace it.. its a small vendor that does the work, and im able to talk to on occasion, thats billing a billion dollar company, so im sure theres room for some creative paperwork, and neither party really cares how big the bill gets.
so far ive probably pulled about a 2 dozen different items out of the dumpster, or found laying around broken in storage that ive gotten repaired or just completely replaced - from hydraulic jackhammers and chain hoists, to cordless drills and chainsaws. basically anything..

Thanks for the quick replay....enjoy your new toys


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[kctyphoon]

You an electric company lineman?

telco

 

[Magnet]

You've got me at it now. I'm looking to get a 20v 1/4" impact driver and I'm hoping that I can draw on your real world experience. What’s the best option between the internal chuck and external chuck?

Also with regard to the right angle drill DCD740B, is it man enough to spin 1/4" & 3/8" sockets for auto work?

Thanks

 

[Beemer533]

You've got me at it now. I'm looking to get a 20v 1/4" impact driver and I'm hoping that I can draw on your real world experience. What’s the best option between the internal chuck and external chuck?

Also with regard to the right angle drill DCD740B, is it man enough to spin 1/4" & 3/8" sockets for auto work?

Thanks

If you are referring to these two impacts;

http://www.cpooutlets.com/dewalt-dc...ndcf895b,default,pd.html?xsell=dewndcf886b--0

http://www.cpooutlets.com/dewalt-dc...efault,pd.html?start=6&cgid=dewalt-bare-tools

The first one with the internal chuck is worth the extra money (IMHO) with the 3 speed selector and overall shorter length due to the internal chuck. Also, the bit release works well as you can operate the release button with the same hand as you hold the drill. Just makes bit changes a bit more convenient. I really like it.

But the standard one will do just fine if you don't want to spend the extra cash.

The right angle drill won't have any trouble spinning smaller sockets, but it doesn't have a ton of torque..

 

[ADSR]

where do you guys get your dewalt sunglasses from? My lumber store doesn't have the dewalt DPG90E anymore and they're awesome!

 

[Magnet]

If you are referring to these two impacts;

http://www.cpooutlets.com/dewalt-dc...ndcf895b,default,pd.html?xsell=dewndcf886b--0

http://www.cpooutlets.com/dewalt-dc...efault,pd.html?start=6&cgid=dewalt-bare-tools

The first one with the internal chuck is worth the extra money (IMHO) with the 3 speed selector and overall shorter length due to the internal chuck. Also, the bit release works well as you can operate the release button with the same hand as you hold the drill. Just makes bit changes a bit more convenient. I really like it.

But the standard one will do just fine if you don't want to spend the extra cash.

The right angle drill won't have any trouble spinning smaller sockets, but it doesn't have a ton of torque..

Thank you Beamer that's very helpful

 

[Magnet]

Now you must promise not to laugh. The cordless is so old I think it should be in a museum.

I have a couple of projects on the drawing board which offer the perfect excuse to upgrade and build on the collection hence my earlier questions and of course there will be more, starting with the one below.

I’m looking for some guidance with regard to a cordless tool purchasing strategy. I ask my question in the context of home and project use only, as opposed to that of the professional.

Assuming that I’ve buy a few 20v full kits and each kit comes with two batteries within a number of purchases I’ll have accumulate a good few batteries & chargers.

What’s the best strategy for additional purchases? Should I continue to buy full kits and consider the additional batteries future proofing against unforeseen specification upgrades, or purchase bare tools?

 

[Beemer533]

It depends really on a few things. If you are just doing some diy stuff around the house or whatever, I'd say 3 batteries (4ah) should probably cover whatever you want to do without running out of juice.
You also don't really need a pile of chargers, maybe 1 charger for 2 or 3 batteries?

I personally like buying bare tools especially after you have couple of kits already.

The only time I buy kits after my initial purchases is if the price is too good to pass up.

For example, i needed a 20v Sawzall and, I found one in the small tough case with a charger and 4ah battery for $199 at HD. The small tough case is $50 by itself and the 4ah battery is typically around $75 or so. Since i was also looking to buy another tough case, that was a no brainer..

Id say most of the time though, it is better to buy bare tools.

The other consideration with bare tools is that they don't come with any case.

I would not buy batteries now just to save for later. You can still buy the 18v batteries without any issues and the 20v will be around for a long time to come.

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[Beemer533]

Friendly reminder that the $20 off $100 sale ends today! I finally decided to grab the tough case dolly, plus I had about $30 in Amex points.

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[Magnet]

It depends really on a few things. If you are just doing some diy stuff around the house or whatever, I'd say 3 batteries (4ah) should probably cover whatever you want to do without running out of juice.
You also don't really need a pile of chargers, maybe 1 charger for 2 or 3 batteries?

I personally like buying bare tools especially after you have couple of kits already.

The only time I buy kits after my initial purchases is if the price is too good to pass up.

For example, i needed a 20v Sawzall and, I found one in the small tough case with a charger and 4ah battery for $199 at HD. The small tough case is $50 by itself and the 4ah battery is typically around $75 or so. Since i was also looking to buy another tough case, that was a no brainer..

Id say most of the time though, it is better to buy bare tools.

The other consideration with bare tools is that they don't come with any case.

I would not buy batteries now just to save for later. You can still buy the 18v batteries without any issues and the 20v will be around for a long time to come.

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Great answer, thank you Beemer533,

 

[kctyphoon]

Now you must promise not to laugh. The cordless is so old I think it should be in a museum.

I have a couple of projects on the drawing board which offer the perfect excuse to upgrade and build on the collection hence my earlier questions and of course there will be more, starting with the one below.

I’m looking for some guidance with regard to a cordless tool purchasing strategy. I ask my question in the context of home and project use only, as opposed to that of the professional.

Assuming that I’ve buy a few 20v full kits and each kit comes with two batteries within a number of purchases I’ll have accumulate a good few batteries & chargers.

What’s the best strategy for additional purchases? Should I continue to buy full kits and consider the additional batteries future proofing against unforeseen specification upgrades, or purchase bare tools?

your best bet if you want to upgrade everything is to buy the biggest kit you can afford, and get as many tools as possible. it will usually come with 2 batteries, but you can always buy one more assuming a 5 piece tool kit will fit your needs. i dont know how dead set you are on staying in the dewalt brand - but i posted a thread in the hot deals forum for the new Ridgid Gen5x 5 peice set. the price just dropped 20% to $399, and with a 10% off coupon it would be $360.. the new tools get really good reviews. it has the highest rated torque impact driver on the market, and offers a circular saw that a full 7.25" blade just like the Milwaukee fuel saw.. the battereis are always cheaper than Milwaukee and Dewalt, and so are the tools. So unless you need more specalized tools like impacts wrenches, id say its a great choice for the money. lifetime warranty on everything, including battereis - which might be a hassle to use but at least its there. its clear Ridgid has made a real effort to step up their brand with this set, - so if you are just a homeowner or diyer that doesnt just "want" Dewalt (and its perfectly fine if you do) i would check out the thread i posted and the tool review videos that are linked in my thread in the hot deals forum.

edit - and dont feel so bad - that cordless 14.4 drill is the same one i found rusted out in a dumpster at work, which is what i turned in and got a new 20v hammer drill in return. they are still out there. my 15+ year old 18v hammer drill is still in use on someone's else truck at work.

and here - ill make it easy on you: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=294869

 

[Magnet]

your best bet ............and here - ill make it easy on you: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=294869

Fantastic, thank you. I'll check Rigid and the link out

 

[kctyphoon]

Fantastic, thank you. I'll check Rigid and the link out

and actually they do have an impact wrench and jigsaw among other things -

https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/bare-tools

and for comparison, heres the Dewalt 5 tool kit. the battereis are 3ah opposed to the Ridgid's 4ah battery packs, and the price is $550 compared to Ridgid's $399.

http://t.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-3-Ah-Lithium-Ion-Combo-Kit-5-Tool-DCK590L2/202922458

im not trying to steer you away from Dewalt - by all means buy them if you like. just saying if your on a budget there are other options that will work just as well for you. i buy Milwaukee myself, and it was tough to switch over FROM Dewalt, but had this been out i would have taken a hard look at it first..

 

[Beemer533]

Finally picked up the tough case cart from the recent sale at CPO...




Seems like it should work well, although I do need to buy to buy an extra set of arms

 

[77Ford]

Looking for an extra set of arms also.... If you find a good price please post here. All I can find is $19.99. I thought CPO had them for 10.99 but not lately.


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[Beemer533]

Yeah, $19.99 from cpo seems to be the best price..

I just saw cpo has 15% off $75 or more for a few more days, so I ordered a set of arms and a DS250 2 drawer case. $83 shipped..

At this rate I'll need another cart, lol..

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[77Ford]

Thanks.....keep an eye on the Zoro thread. When they have their 30% off sale you can get the cart for $125


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[Beemer533]

I had forgotten about that.. Thanks for the reminder!

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