The DeWalt Addiction Thread

[Farmall450]

Someone got me the 20V to 18V adapter for Christmas. I'd read about brain drain with it, and experienced it myself. Is that common or expected? Can't just leave the adapter on a battery in the drawer and use later?

Well, you kinda answered your own question. You can leave it on, but the battery will be dead after a few weeks...

DeWalt specifically states not to do that, as you've read here or otherwise. It's not very had to disconnect (or leave it in the tool).

 

[Brandon_oma#692]

Well, you kinda answered your own question. You can leave it on, but the battery will be dead after a few weeks...

DeWalt specifically states not to do that, as you've read here or otherwise. It's not very had to disconnect (or leave it in the tool).

(or leave it in the tool).

Wait so if I leave the adapter on the tool and the battery on the adapter it will NOT drain?

 

[alexwang32]

The best cordless router on the market IMO.

It's slower (RPM) than the Milwaukee, but has WAY more torque. Leagues ahead of the Makita, but theres was on the market first

It has a larger grip than Milwaukee or Makita, but also has better options for different bases. Most of smaller corded DeWalt router bases will fit the cordless model, including the plunge, double handle, and single "pistol grip"


I use all 3 probably 2-3 times a week, and the DeWalt is my favorite, but I'm also dedicated DeWalt at home.

The 5aH isn't much, if you're upright you'll never really notice it, plus it stands upside down really nice.

Biggest complaint I hear is it's size, if you have smaller hands you might have trouble running it with one hand, but I believe it's pretty close to the Bosch Colt.

Gosh, am I missing out on the benefits of the Dewalt router? I wanted to get it but Ridgid had this really nice deal going on... Torque wasn't a spec I looked into, especially when it's my first router, I simply read some reviews and decided that each model won't differ too much from each other.

By torque you mean the router's ability to sustain speed under load is that so? Would bumping up the speed overcome this?

I wonder if any company offers a large router base, something that can be used when creating long mortises, even though a trim router is small there's a lot that can be accomplished with it.

Wonder when they can release a cordless 1/2" router, I'd bet it's gonna have to be Flexvolt. I've come to realize that routers are very power consuming, almost more than circular saws, 5ah batteries are used up so fast!

 

[NKlamerus]

Gosh, am I missing out on the benefits of the Dewalt router? I wanted to get it but Ridgid had this really nice deal going on... Torque wasn't a spec I looked into, especially when it's my first router, I simply read some reviews and decided that each model won't differ too much from each other.

By torque you mean the router's ability to sustain speed under load is that so? Would bumping up the speed overcome this?

I wonder if any company offers a large router base, something that can be used when creating long mortises, even though a trim router is small there's a lot that can be accomplished with it.

Wonder when they can release a cordless 1/2" router, I'd bet it's gonna have to be Flexvolt. I've come to realize that routers are very power consuming, almost more than circular saws, 5ah batteries are used up so fast!

Torque is relative to the task, I can put a roundover on 1/4" mdl faster than I can run with any of the the 3, so we use the Makita.

But the DeWalt is the only one that decently handles a trim bit on 5/8 osb, it's also the one we use on a portable table, where it gets treated like a wood chipper

Whereas the speed on the Milwaukee is really nice for cedar, we can run it fairly quickly with almost no burning

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[alexwang32]

Torque is relative to the task, I can put a roundover on 1/4" mdl faster than I can run with any of the the 3, so we use the Makita.

But the DeWalt is the only one that decently handles a trim bit on 5/8 osb, it's also the one we use on a portable table, where it gets treated like a wood chipper

Whereas the speed on the Milwaukee is really nice for cedar, we can run it fairly quickly with almost no burning

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I see, my brief experience with cedar also shows that a low rpm helps prevent burning. Hard to imagine you have 3 and can find specific use for each one

I wonder what's the maximum depth a 1/4 bit can be manufactured while ensuring quality results, having seen 2" 1/4 shank bits on sale with very bad reviews, I take it that it's impossible for a 1/4 straight bit to go over 1 1/2".

Would a cordless trim router be able to clean up the RO of a window? I plan to use a circular saw to cut out the big piece and use the router to clean up the edges, not sure what type of bit would suit the task. I know a 1/2 router is best suited for this but my job site doesn't have power, so I have to resort to cordless methods.

 

[NKlamerus]

I see, my brief experience with cedar also shows that a low rpm helps prevent burning. Hard to imagine you have 3 and can find specific use for each one



I wonder what's the maximum depth a 1/4 bit can be manufactured while ensuring quality results, having seen 2" 1/4 shank bits on sale with very bad reviews, I take it that it's impossible for a 1/4 straight bit to go over 1 1/2".



Would a cordless trim router be able to clean up the RO of a window? I plan to use a circular saw to cut out the big piece and use the router to clean up the edges, not sure what type of bit would suit the task. I know a 1/2 router is best suited for this but my job site doesn't have power, so I have to resort to cordless methods.

Yes typically low and slow for cedar. We keep it quick with compressed air or a really decent vaccum as well

We use the DeWalt for RO on all sheathing, hundreds of posts on Instagram as well of people doing the same thing. Typically a 1" panel pilot bit is used but we drill a hole and use a carbide spiral flush cut bit, or a standard flush cut depending on what's available, cordless handles them just fine.

I can't remember the source but id love to source a handle and do one of these

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[Farmall450]

Wait so if I leave the adapter on the tool and the battery on the adapter it will NOT drain?

No, that changes nothing -- leave the adapter on the tool without battery if placement or something is an issue.

 

[alexwang32]

Yes typically low and slow for cedar. We keep it quick with compressed air or a really decent vaccum as well

We use the DeWalt for RO on all sheathing, hundreds of posts on Instagram as well of people doing the same thing. Typically a 1" panel pilot bit is used but we drill a hole and use a carbide spiral flush cut bit, or a standard flush cut depending on what's available, cordless handles them just fine.

I can't remember the source but id love to source a handle and do one of these

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Thanks for the info! I read many people asserting that you must at least use a full size 1 3/4 HP motor router for RO sheathing, guess a cordless 1/4 router will work too when performed properly.

I'll have to do some research on which specific bit to buy, they say a larger diameter bit is better since it won't overheat as much as a small bit(there seems to exist cooling products that can be applied that helps extend bit life), put there will be more resistance as well.

That handle does look neat, maybe it's available in Europe? They seem to carry stuff North America doesn't.

 

[NickTheGreat]

Wait so if I leave the adapter on the tool and the battery on the adapter it will NOT drain?

I left my battery on the adapter on my workbench and it was dead within a week.

I had a brain drain typo above, but I was surprised to see this.

It's not the end of the world to remove the adapter from the battery, but I find it odd. And especially since I really don't use my old 18V tools much anyways.

 

[Brandon_oma#692]

I left my battery on the adapter on my workbench and it was dead within a week.

I had a brain drain typo above, but I was surprised to see this.

It's not the end of the world to remove the adapter from the battery, but I find it odd. And especially since I really don't use my old 18V tools much anyways.

I bought several adapters and keep them on my 18v tools. I usually remove the batteries

 

[javyLSU]

Scored the 12V impact+drill/driver kit for $135 this week at Lowe’s (using a coupon). I got a chance to use them last night - the more I use these new DeWalt 12V tools, the more impressed I am with them.

 

[Terry D]

Anyone had any issues with the DCV581? Had mine for a year and now it keeps randomly stalling a second or so every time I use it. It's not a loose battery connection, tried multiple batteries.

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I have the same vac, no problems with this one. I also still have my old 18 volt one. It quit working all together at one point. Found a loose connection on the board.

 

[GeoBruin]

Scored the 12V impact+drill/driver kit for $135 at this week Lowe’s (using a coupon). I got a chance to use them last night - the more I use these new DeWalt 12V tools, the more impressed I am with them.

I recently bought the same combo for my tool bag. I have all 20 volt dewalt tools and when I was looking for a compact 12 volt drill/driver for my mobile kit I almost went Milwaukee but I just couldn't get over the chunky handle with the battery in the grip. I tried out the Dewalt and it fit like a glove so here I am. I don't foresee myself really building out a large 12 volt collection but now that I have them I secretly hope Dewalt continues to invest in their 12 volt system.

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[javyLSU]

I recently bought the same combo for my tool bag. I have all 20 volt dewalt tools and when I was looking for a compact 12 volt drill/driver for my mobile kit I almost went Milwaukee but I just couldn't get over the chunky handle with the battery in the grip. I tried out the Dewalt and it fit like a glove so here I am. I don't foresee myself really building out a large 12 volt collection but now that I have them I secretly hope Dewalt continues to invest in their 12 volt system.

I do have a significant amount of Milwaukee M12, but the thing that drew me into the DeWalt Xtreme stuff was the screwdriver. The size, weight, pistol-grip orientation, and adjustability of that tool make it the best electric screwdriver I’ve ever put my hands on - I can’t say enough good things about it. From there I got the 3/8” impact wrench, since all my other guns are 1/2” and I wanted something for lighter work. That’s been great too, and at that point I started price watching the drill/driver kit. The performance on these guys has been really surprising, and the price point that DeWalt is selling these kits for is OUTSTANDING. I agree with you, I really hope DeWalt puts out more tools in this new 12V line.

 

[Farmall450]

I recently bought the same combo for my tool bag. I have all 20 volt dewalt tools and when I was looking for a compact 12 volt drill/driver for my mobile kit I almost went Milwaukee but I just couldn't get over the chunky handle with the battery in the grip. I tried out the Dewalt and it fit like a glove so here I am. I don't foresee myself really building out a large 12 volt collection but now that I have them I secretly hope Dewalt continues to invest in their 12 volt system.

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Ohh, those do look nice. I, too, hope DeWalt keeps flushing out the 12v system (recent signs have been promising).

 

[woody6904]

I do have a significant amount of Milwaukee M12, but the thing that drew me into the DeWalt Xtreme stuff was the screwdriver. The size, weight, pistol-grip orientation, and adjustability of that tool make it the best electric screwdriver I’ve ever put my hands on - I can’t say enough good things about it. From there I got the 3/8” impact wrench, since all my other guns are 1/2” and I wanted something for lighter work. That’s been great too, and at that point I started price watching the drill/driver kit. The performance on these guys has been really surprising, and the price point that DeWalt is selling these kits for is OUTSTANDING. I agree with you, I really hope DeWalt puts out more tools in this new 12V line.

How has the 12v 3/8 impact performed? Thinking about starting with that kit as it is $99 with two batteries. Thinking about keeping it at work so I dont keep forgeting my DCF890 in the shop as I use it all the time.

 

[javyLSU]

How has the 12v 3/8 impact performed? Thinking about starting with that kit as it is $99 with two batteries. Thinking about keeping it at work so I dont keep forgeting my DCF890 in the shop as I use it all the time.

So far so good. The only issue I had was the hog ring being a little too enthusiastic about keeping the sockets on. 30 seconds with a pair of needle nose pliers fixed that. It’s rated for 200 lb/ft if torque - just for shits and giggles I used it to remove some truck lug nuts that I torqued at 120 lb/ft a few months ago. Despite having to use an extension, it took them off without issue. I haven’t really pushed it yet, because I didn’t really get it for power. I got it for interior and overhead work - that’s where it really shines. It’s VERY light compared to other impact wrenches with similar power specs.

 

[isuhunter]

Thoughts on a DW008K cross beam laser level?

 

[Hpozzuoli]

Yes typically low and slow for cedar. We keep it quick with compressed air or a really decent vaccum as well

We use the DeWalt for RO on all sheathing, hundreds of posts on Instagram as well of people doing the same thing. Typically a 1" panel pilot bit is used but we drill a hole and use a carbide spiral flush cut bit, or a standard flush cut depending on what's available, cordless handles them just fine.

I can't remember the source but id love to source a handle and do one of these

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Where did that cool handle come from? I use my cordless router constantly and would love that handle.

 

[nicks78camaro]

Ordered the DCF890B since I'm already invested in the Dewalt 20v system.

Anyone have any experience with this tool?

 

[Farmall450]

Just tag teamed the dead flowers/shrubs with the 20v weedeater followed by the 20v blower. Only knocked one bar off of each, probably 20 minutes of blowing off the porch/patio and air raking them into piles (and then agitating the fire pit to get them burning).

 

[iamrfixit]

Ordered the DCF890B since I'm already invested in the Dewalt 20v system.

Anyone have any experience with this tool?

I've got several of them, great for working under the hood or interior work, anything using smaller bolts. They might take lug nuts off on small cars, won't touch the heavier work like suspension stuff or trucks. You'll need the big brushless 1/2" for that kind of stuff.

 

[drivesitfar]

Anybody replace their standard cutters in their Dewalt DW735 planer with a Shelix?

I heard that if you buy a standard size shelix that if you take all the cutters off you can then put the shaft inside your Dewalt and then put cutters back on after it's installed so your measurements on your Dewalt for cuts isn't 1/4 inch off.

also are the Grizzly cutters that I'm guessing are made in China as good of quality as the other brands?

 

[lafester]

I just got the 3/8 along with the 1/2 mid torque and of course the 1/4 driver.

I love the 3/8 although it did just destroy a cast iron foot since I accidentally tightened it too much. I wish these had a torque setting like the driver has.

Anyway it is a fine tool for most everyday tasks. Big frozen bolts will probably not budge with it though.

 

[lafester]

In my area there are TONS of NIB DeWalt listed at full retail of course. I did find a new XR jigsaw for $100 on FB and an XR orbital sander on ebay for $75. But, I got burned on some 'NEW' batteries that were actually used and abused and not working (on ebay). Also seeing lots of scam ads on ebay for way less then retail.

Curious what scams you have seen and did you bite or avoid?

 

[Farmall450]

In my area there are TONS of NIB DeWalt listed at full retail of course. I did find a new XR jigsaw for $100 on FB and an XR orbital sander on ebay for $75. But, I got burned on some 'NEW' batteries that were actually used and abused and not working (on ebay). Also seeing lots of scam ads on ebay for way less then retail.

Curious what scams you have seen and did you bite or avoid?

eBay has very thorough buyer protection that will most certainly decide in your favor.

I've found a good many of my tools on eBay, marketplace/clist or the pawn shop

 

[lafester]

Oh, yeah they decided immediately. Of course I have to wait until they receive the return etc. I'm just curious what others have encountered in their searches. When I got the jigsaw I asked if I could open the (sealed) box just to make sure it was new.

 

[dalehsc]

In my area there are TONS of NIB DeWalt listed at full retail of course. I did find a new XR jigsaw for $100 on FB and an XR orbital sander on ebay for $75. But, I got burned on some 'NEW' batteries that were actually used and abused and not working (on ebay). Also seeing lots of scam ads on ebay for way less then retail.

Curious what scams you have seen and did you bite or avoid?

There's a face book add that comes up on one of the games on my tablet,"a big amount of 20v DeWalt tools for $99" i asked one of the guys at work if he ever saw the add. His son knows someone who ordered it & lost their $$. I see a post where someone was complaining to facebook about the scammers advertising on their site.

 

[stanford1621]

There's a face book add that comes up on one of the games on my tablet,"a big amount of 20v DeWalt tools for $99" i asked one of the guys at work if he ever saw the add. His son knows someone who ordered it & lost their $$. I see a post where someone was complaining to facebook about the scammers advertising on their site.

I’ve seen that ad, they offer like 15 dewalt 20v tools for $99

 

[Farmall450]

There's a face book add that comes up on one of the games on my tablet,"a big amount of 20v DeWalt tools for $99" i asked one of the guys at work if he ever saw the add. His son knows someone who ordered it & lost their $$. I see a post where someone was complaining to facebook about the scammers advertising on their site.

If it seems too good to be true...

 

[4 Ever-Fish N]

It seems I am getting more Dewalt tools these days. I think the DWX726 is going be of good use.

 

[cderalow]

It seems I am getting more Dewalt tools these days. I think the DWX726 is going be of good use.

I’ve looked at that stand but felt the wheels were undersized.

I’m leaning towards the Ridgid universal gravity one for my DWS779.


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[4 Ever-Fish N]

I had originally ordered the Ridgid stand, with larger wheels from Home Depot. Short story is they couldn't tell me when it would ship so I got what the local Home Depot store had.

I’ve looked at that stand but felt the wheels were undersized.

I’m leaning towards the Ridgid universal gravity one for my DWS779.


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[Farmall450]

I’ve looked at that stand but felt the wheels were undersized.

I’m leaning towards the Ridgid universal gravity one for my DWS779.


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Wouldn't be too hard to change wheels if it ended up being an issue. I've heard lots of good things about both stands.

 

[liliysdad]

I chose DeWaly over the other colors simply because its the most common in my area....which means I run the best chance of picking items up at the Pawn Shops. SO far, my theory has been correct.

So far I have the following;

12V Brushless 3/8 impact
12V Brushless 1/4 impact driver
12V Brushless 3/8 drill

20v Brushless XR 1/2" Hammer drill ($60 Pawn Shop with 2x 3.0Ah and charger)
20v Brushless XR 1/2" Mid Torque Impact
20v Brushless XR Compact Reciprocating Saw

Just Friday I picked up a 20V Brushed 6 1/4 saw, 20V Brushed Angle Grinder, and a 20V Brushless XR Oscillating tool with a 4.0Ah and 3.0Ah and charger in a bag for $175 out the door...at the pawn shop.

I have been very happy with everything so far.

 

[Farmall450]

I chose DeWaly over the other colors simply because its the most common in my area....which means I run the best chance of picking items up at the Pawn Shops. SO far, my theory has been correct.

So far I have the following;

12V Brushless 3/8 impact
12V Brushless 1/4 impact driver
12V Brushless 3/8 drill

20v Brushless XR 1/2" Hammer drill ($60 Pawn Shop with 2x 3.0Ah and charger)
20v Brushless XR 1/2" Mid Torque Impact
20v Brushless XR Compact Reciprocating Saw

Just Friday I picked up a 20V Brushed 6 1/4 saw, 20V Brushed Angle Grinder, and a 20V Brushless XR Oscillating tool with a 4.0Ah and 3.0Ah and charger in a bag for $175 out the door...at the pawn shop.

I have been very happy with everything so far.

One of the biggest losses to me from this Corona virus is not being at school by the pawn shop

 

[DuratecMan10]

Got this today for free from a friend. Plan on repurposing it to hold my batteries, 12v impact and drill. I believe it's a ToughCase?

 

[abelacres]

That's an awesome case. It has the dovetailing like a Toughcase, but I've never seen one like that. Any idea what originally came in it or where it came from?

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[DuratecMan10]

That's an awesome case. It has the dovetailing like a Toughcase, but I've never seen one like that. Any idea what originally came in it or where it came from?

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I know right! I love it. I guess it was part of a drill bit deal or something. I popped out all the holders (I plan on reusing them) and cut and moulded foam. It fits in great and doesn't move around at all.

 

[DuratecMan10]

Here's the finished product. Eventually I'll get Kaizen foam but this fits now.