The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)
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kctyphoon
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That's not a bad idea.
Just got done breaking down 5 sheets of plywood this afternoon, which is a pretty common task for me, and thought about how much easier it would have been with an M18 track saw.
kctyphoon
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Would be the only cordless model..
2manytools
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I recently bought knock off batteries for my old Makita stuff both in 12v and 18v platforms for about $16- $18 each (and free ship) from an Amazon source.
They hold a charge longer than the originals, will see how the long they last. Wont be hard to beat OEM Makita either. I will never ever buy an $90 OEM battery for those tools again!
They usually hold up run time wise, but fail when it comes to operating in the outer boundaries of the temperature range a factory made battery would have. They also lack the electronics to talk back to the tool properly, or at least they have in the past. Just make sure you have a genuine Milwaukee battery on your tool if you think its taking a dump, as 3rd party batteries negate your tool coverage. 2-3 years ago I'd use ebay for 3rd party batteries, but more people seem to be selling their geniune extras, but as you said, a lot of the deals lately are with extras batteries.
Voi
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Dewalt has a Flexvolt tracksaw and Festool has a couple of models. Heard on the woodworking forums that Makita had one at trade shows.
Not clear if any of them are available in the US yet.
one9gt
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Figured I would share this here in case anyone was interested in the M18 0882-20 Compact Vac like me:
Ebay has a 20% off coupon that only works on certain categories and lasts until May 29. Acme Tools lists it already discounted 20% for $89.00 plus $7.00 shipping. Once you add the coupon code it comes out to $78.20 including shipping and no tax as well. Best deal I could find as I have been looking for awhile. Coupon code is P20MEMDAY and is 1 time use per account. I hope somebody finds it useful.
Ebay has a 20% off coupon that only works on certain categories and lasts until May 29. Acme Tools lists it already discounted 20% for $89.00 plus $7.00 shipping. Once you add the coupon code it comes out to $78.20 including shipping and no tax as well. Best deal I could find as I have been looking for awhile. Coupon code is P20MEMDAY and is 1 time use per account. I hope somebody finds it useful.
Dennis Leigh Henry
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Haven't been on this thread in a while.. just got all caught up.. I purchased the 2890-20 radio over the weekend.. Too quite at my dad's place.. Listened to the Beatles channel on Sirius radio while there. Removed the old auction stereo system (Sony cassette) from my garage to use the Milwaukee there now.. Major garage Tetris ensued.......
cgv69
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Anybody know of any online dealers with free shipping that still has this deal going...
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-FUEL-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Kit-with-M18-FUEL-Blower-Bare-Tool-2725-21HD-2728-20/301547331?cm_mmc=CJ-_-4485850-_-10368321&AID=10368321&PID=4485850&SID=6526ee003f1711e7bc22d24f183cdfbd0INT&cj=true
The deal is supposed to last until 6/25 but it looks like HD and everybody else sold out?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-FUEL-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-String-Trimmer-Kit-with-M18-FUEL-Blower-Bare-Tool-2725-21HD-2728-20/301547331?cm_mmc=CJ-_-4485850-_-10368321&AID=10368321&PID=4485850&SID=6526ee003f1711e7bc22d24f183cdfbd0INT&cj=true
The deal is supposed to last until 6/25 but it looks like HD and everybody else sold out?
maxpower_hd
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The HD near me still had the trimmer and the blower but I didn't notice a sign for the deal on both. I held the demo trimmer and it felt pretty heavy.
DFB
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Though ACME TOOL currently shows out of stock inventory too, they are usually pretty quick about filling backorders
http://www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/milwaukee-m18-fuel-high-demand-string-trimmer-kit-2725-21hd
MikeF2316
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I used the hedge trimmer today for a real job, for the first time. I was used to a corded electric. Compared to that, the Milwaukee is heavy. I noticed as soon as I started swinging it around. However, it cuts everything on the first pass, so I had to swing it around way less. I would say I spent about half the time with the trimmer as before. I figure I spent about 30 minutes with the trimmer on, all on the same battery I charged up a month ago when I got it.
gfd_703
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cvg69 I thought I had missed the boat on the trimmer/blower promotion. I held out until I got a 10% off at Acme. Time to buy, only to find out every where I checked was sold out. I did pick up the promo at HD in Paducah KY over the weekend.
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DFB
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So the 2866CT drywall screwgun got delivered late Friday afternoon, only took about 14 working days after I had ordered. ACME had run out stock at the $159 sale price and so was temporarily backordered.
Price at HD still shows for $229 and with no online sales tax at ACME for me came out to about $75 less so not too shabby of a deal there!
Auto start feature is pretty darn cool. When I first grabbed a hold of the handle I didn't quite like the large rectangular boss surrounding the slide switch lock and located just below the trigger but when using auto lock you're pretty much holding the tool differently anyhow. So...good to go!
The cordless Milwaukee though taller with battery is about 1 1/2" shorter front to back than my old corded Makita. The old corded 6821 Makita weighs 3.28 and the Milwaukee with battery installed (used a 1.5AH compact ) and it weighed only 3.47. The kit does come with 2.0's
Also had a chance to unpackage the upgraded LED Rover light and in the photo you can see how much thinner the new support bar is now to accommodate the 9.0 AH battery.
And just to note I personally cannot discern any noticeable change in overall brightness between the two lights putting them side by side. Though seems like I should easily see a claimed 400 lumen difference. Had the 9.0 in the new one and a 4.0 in the old one
Now of course on the new packaging does point out a marked increase in runtime by using a 5.0 AH battery for up to 5hrs and 10hrs high/low respectively vs the 3hrs and 6 hrs claims on the old unit (those baseline specs from using the original XC battery)
Price at HD still shows for $229 and with no online sales tax at ACME for me came out to about $75 less so not too shabby of a deal there!
Auto start feature is pretty darn cool. When I first grabbed a hold of the handle I didn't quite like the large rectangular boss surrounding the slide switch lock and located just below the trigger but when using auto lock you're pretty much holding the tool differently anyhow. So...good to go!
The cordless Milwaukee though taller with battery is about 1 1/2" shorter front to back than my old corded Makita. The old corded 6821 Makita weighs 3.28 and the Milwaukee with battery installed (used a 1.5AH compact ) and it weighed only 3.47. The kit does come with 2.0's
Also had a chance to unpackage the upgraded LED Rover light and in the photo you can see how much thinner the new support bar is now to accommodate the 9.0 AH battery.
And just to note I personally cannot discern any noticeable change in overall brightness between the two lights putting them side by side. Though seems like I should easily see a claimed 400 lumen difference. Had the 9.0 in the new one and a 4.0 in the old one
Now of course on the new packaging does point out a marked increase in runtime by using a 5.0 AH battery for up to 5hrs and 10hrs high/low respectively vs the 3hrs and 6 hrs claims on the old unit (those baseline specs from using the original XC battery)
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cgv69
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Did realize I could get the deal at the store. I thought it was online only. I'll check that out tomorrow. Thanks
cgv69
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How do you get the 10% off a ACME?
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Can anyone get an accurate weight on the hedge trimmer without battery? I'm stuck between it and the 80V Greenworks.
MikeF2316
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I guess it's time for a new kitchen scale.
Using my scale:
Hedge trimmer: 3.72 kg (=8.2 lb)
9.0 battery: 0.84 kg (=1.9 lb)
Trimmer with 9.0: 4.80 kg (=10.6 lb)
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Haha, yeah I'm strugging with your scale's reliabilty, but appreciate the effort for sure! The hedge trimmer is one of the few tools that spends plenty of time over shoulder level and it's been tough to part with my old B&D featherweight.
cajunfirehawk
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My 2704-20 warranty experience
Some of us with the 2704 hammer drill have had issues with the chuck, so after some research I considered swapping my chuck out to a Jacobsen chuck but then just decided to send it in; I used the online warranty web page, filled out my info and printed off a packing slip, and packed up my bare 2704, to my suprise, they had a warranty center in my state and transit time via fedex ground was 2 days to the center. One day later I got an email from fedex with return info on my warranty, it arrived today and low and behold a new 2704 in the box with new clip and handle was inside. I was really expecting a refurb but got a new unit, very pleased with their service
YMMV
Some of us with the 2704 hammer drill have had issues with the chuck, so after some research I considered swapping my chuck out to a Jacobsen chuck but then just decided to send it in; I used the online warranty web page, filled out my info and printed off a packing slip, and packed up my bare 2704, to my suprise, they had a warranty center in my state and transit time via fedex ground was 2 days to the center. One day later I got an email from fedex with return info on my warranty, it arrived today and low and behold a new 2704 in the box with new clip and handle was inside. I was really expecting a refurb but got a new unit, very pleased with their service
YMMVMikeF2316
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Re: My 2704-20 warranty experience
Assuming this one has a good chuck?
Some of us with the 2704 hammer drill have had issues with the chuck, so after some research I considered swapping my chuck out to a Jacobsen chuck but then just decided to send it in; I used the online warranty web page, filled out my info and printed off a packing slip, and packed up my bare 2704, to my suprise, they had a warranty center in my state and transit time via fedex ground was 2 days to the center. One day later I got an email from fedex with return info on my warranty, it arrived today and low and behold a new 2704 in the box with new clip and handle was inside. I was really expecting a refurb but got a new unit, very pleased with their service
Assuming this one has a good chuck?
cajunfirehawk
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Re: My 2704-20 warranty experience
No clue, wont use it until this weekend, will report back but whatever it is, its much better than the original
Just got this back today. Sent warranty claim out the 19th back today the 25th. Got a NIB bare tool.
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Has anyone used the 2728 blower with standard batteries?
Is it worth saving money on the tool only? Or do I need a 5.0 or 9.0 battery?
Home use only, 20 min use per battery is fine.
Is it worth saving money on the tool only? Or do I need a 5.0 or 9.0 battery?
Home use only, 20 min use per battery is fine.
one9gt
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Anyone seen the green Milwaukee tools in stores yet?
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If you're referring to Nick's group on FB, I'm 99% sure thats a photoshop that someone else did.
2manytools
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I think it is fine with 5.0. That is a majority of what we have. I also have a 9.0, and can't say I notice a difference. Now I wouldn't put a compact in there (if that is what you are calling standard). A compact battery only has one series of batteries for the tool to draw on, and I'd rather not strain the battery that much, and use an XC at a minimum
Nail gun - need a DIY gun for general trim work. I'd rather not go air compressor route - I have a terrible HF one and a portable Senco compressor, I just don't want the hose, the friction of getting everything setup/torn down, or noise.
I'm thinking 16g nailer for general trim work. I'd like a physically smaller unit to get into smaller places. Looking at the Ryobi, Senco, Paslode, Milwaukee, and the field. Senco is the smallest but has a small battery. Ryobi is huge and can't drive 2"+ nails, but to get a battery for the 16g unit you need to buy a combo, so you have an extra circular saw, vacuum, and ultralight aircraft. This is an every 6mo tool and the Paslode needs fuel and I don't know if it's ok to leave the fuel in there long term.
Milwaukee units can't lay down 1000 nails in a row and the head is too big for detailed shots. It seems narrower and I get an M18 battery system. Ebay has their 20% sale going, so price isn't an issue now, I'm not laying down nails like a youtube tester, but the visibility issue may be a problem.
Any thoughts here? Video tests seem to focus on quantity, do any of electric nailers lay down nails at a more predictable depth or get in a tighter space better?
I'm thinking 16g nailer for general trim work. I'd like a physically smaller unit to get into smaller places. Looking at the Ryobi, Senco, Paslode, Milwaukee, and the field. Senco is the smallest but has a small battery. Ryobi is huge and can't drive 2"+ nails, but to get a battery for the 16g unit you need to buy a combo, so you have an extra circular saw, vacuum, and ultralight aircraft. This is an every 6mo tool and the Paslode needs fuel and I don't know if it's ok to leave the fuel in there long term.
Milwaukee units can't lay down 1000 nails in a row and the head is too big for detailed shots. It seems narrower and I get an M18 battery system. Ebay has their 20% sale going, so price isn't an issue now, I'm not laying down nails like a youtube tester, but the visibility issue may be a problem.
Any thoughts here? Video tests seem to focus on quantity, do any of electric nailers lay down nails at a more predictable depth or get in a tighter space better?
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one9gt
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The stock photos I get... but there are a few people that posted actual tools in green
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I like my Ryobi 16 ga straight cordless nailer, but Im pretty sure you will never get one that will be as compact as even a cheap pneumatic nailer. The Ryobi with the battery installed is big and fairly heavy....the price to pay for being able to carry it wherever without a compressor or hose.
I havent tried the angled version, they can fit in corners better, but for tight spaces I would be going with a pneumatic nailer or (God forbid
) a drill, a hammer and a nail .cool_as_crap
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I think those are photoshopped too, they don't look quite real.
If you got multiple 5.0's then you will be good. It eats 5.0's in like 8-10 full throttle. 20 min max on a 9.0 from my experience.
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nmcqueen469
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Yeah, it will zap my old 1.0 batteries in about 2 minutes at full throttle.
MikeF2316
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I had a bright idea this morning as I was leaving for work. We have a UPS shipping scale. And conveniently for you Imperial Unit lovers, it's in pounds!
Hedge trimmer: 8.65 lb (3.92 kg)
9.0 battery: 2.40 lb (1.09 kg)
Trimmer with 9.0: 11.05 lb (5.01 kg)
And the best part, everything seems to add up!
I also measured my old corded trimmer. Way lighter! 4.55 lb (2.06 kg). But of course, you're swinging some more weight with the cord.