DFB
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Looks like both the cordless Framing Nailer AND the RA Impact Wrench are shipping out already...seen some hands on photos of new tools today
The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)
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What's the consensus on the M12 jigsaw? I won't be pushing it too hard, 3/4 inch ply or MDF would probably be about the most it'd need to do, and I'm okay with going slow.
Also, has anyone used it for cutting metal and what's the thickest you've gone on that? I don't need this tool to cut metal but it'd be a big bonus. I wouldn't be using it for that with any regularity, but I can think of a couple upcoming project where it might be handy. Would it cut through 3/16 plate steel?
Also, has anyone used it for cutting metal and what's the thickest you've gone on that? I don't need this tool to cut metal but it'd be a big bonus. I wouldn't be using it for that with any regularity, but I can think of a couple upcoming project where it might be handy. Would it cut through 3/16 plate steel?
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Made this simple insert for the super deep drawer in the 52” HF cabinet to hold six drills/impact drivers. Worked out nicely. 3/4 PVC with mdf framework to hold it up.
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Handyandy23
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I have the jigsaw, but I haven't cut anything too aggressive with it. My main purpose was using it with a scroll cut blade to cope cut baseboards I was installing. I had a corded DeWalt jigsaw but it was heavy and the cord was a pain.
It's certainly slower than the big corded saw, but it had no issues cutting the baseboard for me. I also used it to cut odd shapes in Dricore subfloor and vinyl plank flooring. Worked great for me on those smaller jobs, and avoided having to drag out extension cords. Definitely not a power house though.
Also goes through batteries a lot faster than many of the M12 tools I'm used to. Works with the small 1.5ah batteries but won't last long. 3ah+ is probably a better size if you have lots of cuts to make.
bweight
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My M12 RA impact got delivered today. I think it'll fit in perfect for me.
Hey gang,
Want to get a fuel 3/8 ratchet. Really want the long neck but it’s 50 bucks more that the regular fuel 3/8. If anyone feels they can sway me either way, I would appreciate it.
Thanks!
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Want to get a fuel 3/8 ratchet. Really want the long neck but it’s 50 bucks more that the regular fuel 3/8. If anyone feels they can sway me either way, I would appreciate it.
Thanks!
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lafester
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I occasionally see the extended version on FB, and short one I see all the time.
I never see the 1/4 unfortunately which is the one I want for the smaller head.
Anyway, I would look around first before deciding.
I never see the 1/4 unfortunately which is the one I want for the smaller head.
Anyway, I would look around first before deciding.
For general use I think the long necks are unwieldy and you also lose some sense of how tight you're making small fasteners. Buy a normal one first and if you find yourself wanting more leverage or reach get a long one later.
bargainhuntingking
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$40 for that? Milwaukee sure knows how to stick it in and break it off with their accessories. I say this as someone who has bought their cordless tool boots ($30 for a piece of Chinese rubber). Makes you feel like a schmuck.
Agreed ^^. Way too expensive for MW collets but are nicely made. They cost just as much (well actually more) as my ER40 collets for my mill. I too have been suckered into buying their boots but $20 for that tiny little collet nope not me.
This is the style below that I mentioned before that I use (not the actual brand). Much more convenient cause you don't have to actually swap out an entire collet. Just slip the adapter in & out when needed.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015YL1WQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20
This is the style below that I mentioned before that I use (not the actual brand). Much more convenient cause you don't have to actually swap out an entire collet. Just slip the adapter in & out when needed.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0015YL1WQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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Handyandy23
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Is the collet specific to Milwaukee? I have a DeWalt cutout tool and I used Rotozip collets in it, identical in size.
That MW collet looks & works similar to ER collets that are commonly used for milling. But the nose is slightly different than ER collets. I tried searching for them a while back but they seem to be a proprietary collet. Not sure if other tool manufacturers like you mentioned used the same exact collet.
WhoWhatNow
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Re: The Milwaukee addiction thread! [emoji4]
Nice! Good to know. Didn't think a ER collet would work. Smallest I have is ER16.
Nice! Good to know. Didn't think a ER collet would work. Smallest I have is ER16.
I have the 1/4 fuel and I want to complement it. I like the idea of the extended ratchet but it’s so much more expensive and it didn’t get the spotlight I thought it would when it came out. I think I will go for it in the end but I wanted to hear other opinions how people felt between the reg 3/8 fuel and the extended, price difference included
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What is the 1/4" not doing for you? Before I got my 3/8" FUEL I saw myself eventually getting a 1/4" and an extended 3/8" but I just haven't found myself wishing I had either. I mainly work on our cars FWIW (though it was damn handy putting lag screws in for some shelves I put up for my mom).
The 1/4 is amazing, I love it! But it has limits. I’m not going to use it when replacing control arms or stabilizer links. I have to send my 1/4 in for repair for the third time (never broke as I was using it, the next time I wanted to use it, the head wouldn’t spin but the motor works). I need a beefier head to complement jobs that require bigger socket sizes. Once I’m already getting another one, I figured I would complementing it by getting a longer ratchet so I can benefit from that as well. If I got the 3/8 fuel originally, I wouldn’t feel the need to complement as well
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I think I paid 12 for the nut shipped ebay and 28 for the collet plus a few for shipping from Milwaukee.... i did get a cheap adapter as well but figured I got a good deal on the tools, so why not go with the mw. I still need the boot.
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Wow - crazy to have a third service. The FUEL models are (supposed to be) way beefier/more reliable than the non-FUEL. How much do you use it? Are you breaking fasteners with it (not insinuating that's wrong - ratchets should be able to do that, though I don't crank hard on mine)?
It’s a little heavy with the larger batteries. Run time is decent but nothing to brag about. I think the power is great for what it is. I do most of my yard on the low speed, and I have a large difficult property. I go through a couple batteries, but convenience wise, it has completely replaced my Stihl gas trimmer.
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I use it everyday as a tech. I used to be less stringent on breaking fasteners, but after the first time it broke I went easy on it. First time the head snapped off the last two times something internal seperated. If i feel a bolt requires a lot of torque to free it up, I’ll use a hand tool and then spin it off with the ratchet. If I don’t feel that way then I’ll use the fuel. I would still buy the ratchet over again (as I am currently in the market for another), but it is a little surprising that this is the third time sent in. Definitely not massaging my tools but I’m not stupid with it either. Problem is the coworkers didn’t pay for it so they will be dumber. Started bringing my other stuff home everyday in the meantime
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Ign
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Now that we're getting into BIG stuff with MX I want a battery powered wire feed. The Hobart Trek was SWEET for what it was but suffered from poor marketing.
I'm actually not sure that several M18 12.0's wouldn't do it, but if it's gotta be MX, fine. Something with readily, removable, rechargeable batteries is the ticket. The Trek fell short with 2 small sealed lead acid that aren't super easy to get to and suffered from too much memory if left idle for long periods.
That said, I wouldn't necessarily trust Milwaukee to actually build a welder, but simply for battery compatibility and availability alone it'd be AWESOME
I'm actually not sure that several M18 12.0's wouldn't do it, but if it's gotta be MX, fine. Something with readily, removable, rechargeable batteries is the ticket. The Trek fell short with 2 small sealed lead acid that aren't super easy to get to and suffered from too much memory if left idle for long periods.
That said, I wouldn't necessarily trust Milwaukee to actually build a welder, but simply for battery compatibility and availability alone it'd be AWESOME
Exactly how I use it.
I'm not a pro, but I only lend tools to people I absolutely trust, and if they abuse them that's the end of that. I'm not a tool polisher, but I'm definitely a "treat it right" kind of dude...
I wish a company like Lincoln would make a battery powered mp210 clone and when you buy it you pick the battery option you want such as, dewalt battery compatibility or milwaukee or makita... hell you would think if most of the companies spent the money for the battery r and d, I would just make a product and have the battery options use some of the above choices or sell adapters to use them all.... just make the best product. Such as a battery Jumpstarter using an m18 or duals. I think that would be a great product.
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subarub4
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I used to use the non fuel version in 3/8 to break bolts free I would see the case flex but never broke..
danski0224
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Thanks guys...40 or so later....
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/202977089521
I've used one of these and it works fine.
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I bought one as well.... use it to replace this and dremel for quick work.....
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Is this a good deal worth snapping up or wait for better?
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...e-5-0-Ah-Battery-2852-20-48-11-1850/312763950
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...e-5-0-Ah-Battery-2852-20-48-11-1850/312763950
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I picked up a 1/2” mid Torque with 5ah and a charger for $150. According to HD website you can buy the 8ah/6ah starter kit and get the 3/8” impact for free as well. It lists it in the details.
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Went to HD this morning, got the starter kit and when I grabbed the impact is only the 210ft-lb one so no go...thou did save my $300.
Other than the blow mould case (which we can't get separately here), how are people storing their deep cut bandsaws? I just dinged another blade today as it is awkward to store in the cabinet and fell over when i was getting something else out.
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Sorry about the mess up. I just saw 3/8” impact but I didn’t realize there where multiple models.
No worries, I got up early and picked up the stuff I've been putting off. My HD had a picture of all the free tools you could pick and it wasnt on there so had to get help from a employee to verify. I almost got the grinder instead but we are trying to save money so didnt buy it.
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Well saving money isn’t any fun
. Totally understand though. It was weird. When I first saw the deal it was only Sawzall, saw, grinder and jigsaw. Then in two days it was different and now back to the picture I posted. Not sure if it was a glitch or what. My dad suprised me with the grinder the other day. It’s very nice for sure.
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You are correct. It works fine. If all you have are Milwaukee batteries it doesn't make sense to buy anything else. However it should be $30 not $60 for the piss poor effort they put into it. The biggest offense being no battery protection. It is a fine way to destroy batteries that cost more than the fan.
Yep, I think I've got over $100 in boots now. If the tool needs a boot it should just come with it. /sigh
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