TLR-NUT
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I have the 1/2" stubby and it removed the lug nuts on my one-ton dually no problem. I had them torqued to 150 pounds.
The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)
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trackwelder
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I use mine all the time at work. For me a second battery,charger,and 12 volt adapter is a must.
DerekV
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2manytools
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It's like any other head lamp, it will be fine. Unless you leave the hard-hat straps on maybe. Might be a little awkward at first if you are use to the battery pack being in the rear.
WBA? nothing here makes sense
gtsgarage
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I’m really liking the rocket light. I’m thinking that or the sander/polisher will be my next M12 pick ups. Wife want to know what I want for my birthday!
kctyphoon
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Its doable.. the light is great.. they do make a regular headlamp though. Its just not rechargeable.
Bighead38
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Doing head gaskets in a c4 Vette. I broke the knock sensor trying to remove it. I tried everything with no succes. I tried hammering a turbo socket on but o my made a few small grooves. I took a m12 hex impact and hammered the socket while someone else ised a wrench to turn it. It worked perfect. I can’t belive how well it worked. Shake and break ftw.
NitroGarage
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Any word on the one inch drive impact gun?
Crazyjake8493
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The M12 Rocket is awesome. I still have the M18 but since I got the M12 I use that 90% of the time. It's the perfect balance between size/weight and brightness, plus it's plug-in capable. The M18 is brighter but often it's just too heavy and bulky.
WittHay
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I haven't heard anything, I am thinking they might have had to do some revising or changes. The Mac air in the picture has 2500 breakaway torque.
I would think its hard to make a cordless 1" impact that is powerful, reliable, light enough weight and competitively priced in one package.
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sweet victory
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That looks like a rebranded Proto. The Proto has been out for a while and also has 2500ftlbs breakaway.
Its more personal preference. Some people like the non hammer drill as they would never use the hammer function. I like to have the hammer version just in case, I do have 2 SDS's and a hole hawg for more specialized functions.
I still am surprised the new gen ones are the same size, even more surprised they are the same weight. In the old gen there was a difference for the Fuels and people liked the chuck better on the non hammer model.
Problem is its easier to get a better deal on the hammer version, so most of the time you have to pay more for a drill with less features.
I still am surprised the new gen ones are the same size, even more surprised they are the same weight. In the old gen there was a difference for the Fuels and people liked the chuck better on the non hammer model.
Problem is its easier to get a better deal on the hammer version, so most of the time you have to pay more for a drill with less features.
Ign
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I had that exact thought; my HD rep wouldn't even notice or he'd just think, "Huh another tool I don't think I know about but then again I don't care. Is it lunch time yet?"
Ign
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Does anyone have size comparison shots of the "compact brushless" 2701/2 vs the 2801/2?
Is USAG part of the group as well? Had never heard of the brand, then I saw a USAG branded 1/2" impact that looks identical to MAC for 30% cheaper.
Ign
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Ok that's helpful so the 2801 is more compact than the 2804. Thx
a52-830
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well, were it me, and I had the choice under those parameters (price being the same), I would likely chose the drill driver. I can't recall the last time I used/needed a hammer drill, and I have an older corded one if I need it. I would prefer not to have the additional complexity there if I dont need it. it is just something else to go wrong.
of course, that is just me. . . .
Aleksey Anufrikov
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Had anyone tried to make clutch of 2801 less firm?
I really like how this drill driver sits in my hand, much-much better than 2504 (moreover they have almost same size and weight in case of using 4.0Ah M12 battery and 2.0Ah M18). But the clutch... It is too firm in my opinion, it is almost impossible to work with small screws even on first position.
For heavy works I have 2704, so it would be nice to use 2801 for everyday tasks.
I really like how this drill driver sits in my hand, much-much better than 2504 (moreover they have almost same size and weight in case of using 4.0Ah M12 battery and 2.0Ah M18). But the clutch... It is too firm in my opinion, it is almost impossible to work with small screws even on first position.
For heavy works I have 2704, so it would be nice to use 2801 for everyday tasks.
in the market to buy a light for automotive repair. really like the reviews on the m12 underhood light but its a pretty penny. was wondering if anyone can tell me the pros and cons of the underhood vs the m12 rover. its more than half the price and seems to be a good contender. thanks
See the pictures in this post: https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=7623028&postcount=16691
Interesting. I went with the 2803 when eBay did the 15% off sale a few days ago. Glad I didn't make a mistake. I have never drilled into masonry in my life. Even though the 2804 can be had for cheaper, looks like I made the right choice.
On another note, I know Lowe's doesn't carry Milwaukee, but if anyone needs any Lowe's coupons, let me know via PM. 10% off, $10 off $50, and $20 off $100. Home Depot live chat will pricematch these.
a52-830
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ya need both.
I dont have the under hood light (yet), but I do have bunch of the others, in both m12 and m18. it is getting to the point where when I need to light something up, I can get exactly what I want. I might have to try two or three options, but it has gotten to the point where it is there, I just need to spend a few minutes to find it.
Ign
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Yeah I'm the opposite, would rather have the option and I've never personally experienced reliability issues w any hammer drill due to the hammer function.
I've got a walk-out basement but basically 3 walls are concrete and when I hang cabinets or shelving standards I like a nice little 1/2" hammer drill to drill smallish holes. I personally just use the plastic "hollow wall" anchors - works great as the plastic just expands and basically wedges itself into the hole once you drive a screw in there.
We just went up to family for Christmas, were going to hang a "garage" cabinet for gf's sister. But we didn't know if she wanted it in her garage (drywall) or rec-room basement (concrete). All I had to do was pack my 2804 and wall anchors (and percussion bits) and we were covered EITHER WAY
There's gotta be some differences. If not, they could have just made it one offering and not have both. Same weight, length, same chuck even?! Wow, if that's the case I should have got the 2804 even though I will never ever drill into masonry.
I think the only reason they have kept both is due to marketing and/or consumer expectations. In the future if the specs stay identical, they should just make it one product.
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ptgarcia
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DFB
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Interesting opinions on owning a hammerdrill. I would think any doing the most basic of contracting chores would want one, to set wall anchors for conduit clamps inside or out and mount boxes to concrete and strapping or nailers for basement finishing 
Now though would a heavyweight heavy duty hammer drill like an 18v Fuel model be the only drill to own? IMO probably not and unless you were exclusively drilling metals, any of the smaller light duty 18/12v drill/drivers would be much more convenient for run of the mill homeowner chores.
I have to say the 2364 M12 ROVER floodlight with a fabricated hanging hook will make most people a great under hood light for a fraction of the cost of the 2125 light bar. I had posted a great photo when I first rigged mine but that some reason some moderator deleted the picture as the post is still there but the photo link gone and sadly I don't seem to have the picture to repost again.
Now though would a heavyweight heavy duty hammer drill like an 18v Fuel model be the only drill to own? IMO probably not and unless you were exclusively drilling metals, any of the smaller light duty 18/12v drill/drivers would be much more convenient for run of the mill homeowner chores.
I have to say the 2364 M12 ROVER floodlight with a fabricated hanging hook will make most people a great under hood light for a fraction of the cost of the 2125 light bar. I had posted a great photo when I first rigged mine but that some reason some moderator deleted the picture as the post is still there but the photo link gone and sadly I don't seem to have the picture to repost again.
Has anyone used the regular m12 drill/driver? They are $36 on Amazon now so I'm thinking of picking one up to keep with my other m12 kit, to save me walking into the house to get a drill.
Ive got no need for hammer so that's not an issue, but if there's masses of run out on the chuck that might be a deal breaker.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E1VE6VI/?tag=atomicindus08-20
Ive got no need for hammer so that's not an issue, but if there's masses of run out on the chuck that might be a deal breaker.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E1VE6VI/?tag=atomicindus08-20
DFB
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Wow killer price! It is a nice handy little drill/driver to set screws and drill holes with in its limits
I have both that one drill only and the model before it (both hammer and non hammer), the new one is sleeker but I still really like the old one. The hammerdrill driver is almost the same and on the older version the clutch settings were slightly different just not as many.kctyphoon
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I’m almost nervous what Milwaukee is gonna come up with for 2019.. seriously, what else is left that they dont offer? How many lights can a person own? If i had to guess - I’d say 2019 is gonna focus more on OPE then anything else.. maybe a new miter saw design? How bout some ****** sunglasses Milwaukee??? You like engraving the “wear safety glasses” logo on EVERYTHING anyway... Are you waiting for an invitation??????
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red61cj5
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Is that a decal or a stencil? I wanted to do that with my craftsman torpedo heater, its the right shade of red. Without the battery, obviously. Just to mess with my buddies. And have them go looking for one.
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Bigblue&Goldie
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That's a killer deal. I have one and it works great for when I don't want/need to use a larger drill.
Fix Until Broke
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I'd like to see an M12 or USB powered wire crimper...
Something like this with interchangeable dies...
If you have to crimp 1-2 terminals, no big deal, but when you have to crimp a few hundred, it gets old in a hurry. Especially in tight spaces where you don't have a lot of room to open/close a large handle while holding a wire in a connector/terminal.
DFB
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I’m almost nervous what Milwaukee is gonna come up with for 2019.. seriously, what else is left that they dont offer? How many lights can a person own? If i had to guess - I’d say 2019 is gonna focus more on OPE then anything else.. maybe a new miter saw design? How bout some ****** sunglasses Milwaukee??? You like engraving the “wear safety glasses” logo on EVERYTHING anyway... Are you waiting for an invitation??????
How about some real world stuff contractors can use like a power adapter for the big stationary saws IMO Milwaukee missed the boat not offering either miter saw or the table saw with some type of power adapter. Same goes for the original tower light. If they aren't going to make a small tank compressor they better redesign the 18v brad nailer. And what about a freaking framing nailer.
Some that **** is already being talked about on some the other talk boards
Still need better RA angle drills and impact, something that falls between the 18v die grinder and the rotary tool, the new cutoff tool is nice but is lacking power maybe should have been 18v.
Nope probably just get more lights
Crazyjake8493
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How about some real world stuff contractors can use like a power adapter for the big stationary saws IMO Milwaukee missed the boat not offering either miter saw or the table saw with some type of power adapter. Same goes for the original tower light. If they aren't going to make a small tank compressor they better redesign the 18v brad nailer. And what about a freaking framing nailer.
Some that **** is already being talked about on some the other talk boards
Still need better RA angle drills and impact, something that falls between the 18v die grinder and the rotary tool, the new cutoff tool is nice but is lacking power maybe should have been 18v.
Nope probably just get more lights
You know our technology has come a long way when we're putting cords on cordless tools... /s
There's definitely a framing nailer coming this year, not sure about Gen 2 of the smaller nailers. Despite all of my other cordless tools being Milwaukee, I went with Hitachi for battery nailers and I have no regrets.
I bet we'll see a Fuel version of the M18 oscillating tool. Probably some more OPE, maybe a push mower. I'm really hoping for a pole saw and a chemical sprayer. Maybe a PEX tool for cinch clamps or crimp rings, like the Ryobi models.
A lot of guys are hoping for a battery compact router, which would be nice. I'd also like to see them release a power station like the Dewalt, and a Romex/cable stapler like the one Dewalt is releasing soon.
More than anything, I hope they tone down the hand tools and other areas where they're just trying to grab a market share, and focus on battery powered tools and some tool storage.