The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)

[Black300zx]

I’m a good tool sale away from going Milwaukee/ Ryobi they have some neat tools and like you said tons cheaper

This is the path that I've chosen as well. I currently am 100% Ryobi and they have served me well, but there are some automotive geared tools (impact wrenches, ratchets, cutoff wheels, compact drills, etc) where Ryobi can't compete or doesn't even have coverage. My vision is to have everything in my garage Milwaukee (with the goal of avoiding a compressor) and Ryobi being restricted to my basement workshop and shed (IE - stuff where performance and size aren't as much of a concern, or lawncare items). I should use both systems frequently enough to always have charged batteries for both.

Current Ryobi

• Drill/Driver
• Oscillating multi-tool
• radio
• flashlight
• inflator

Planned Ryobi

• Impact Driver
• Brushless string trimmer
• Worklights
• Blower
• Chemical Sprayer

Planned Milwaukee

• M12 3/8 Stubby
• 1/4 ratchet
• 3/8 ratchet
• M12 Drill/Driver (w/ hammer)
• M12 impact driver
• M12 Hackzall
• M12 cutoff tool
• M12 lights
• M12 soldering iron
• M12 inspection scope
• M18 Impact (maybe...depending on how the stubby impact fulfills my needs)

 

[2manytools]

This is the one I use.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075SLPC6D/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I have that as well. Only downside is that it doesn't work on all Ryobi tools because of the bump on the adapter gets in the way. Works great otherwise.

The one that the GJ member 3D prints does not have the bump issue.

 

[2manytools]

Planned Milwaukee

• M12 3/8 Stubby
• 1/4 ratchet
• 3/8 ratchet
• M12 Drill/Driver (w/ hammer)
• M12 impact driver
• M12 Hackzall
• M12 cutoff tool
• M12 lights
• M12 soldering iron
• M12 inspection scope
• M18 Impact (maybe...depending on how the stubby impact fulfills my needs)

I see you didn't out Fuel in front of some the tools (cut-off), but I would for sure say get the M12 Fuel Hackzall, and skip the non-fuel, very underwhelming. I'd also suggest saving the the 1/4" ratchet until the end to buy, as the 3/8" will most likely be more than enough. And if you do need 2 ratchets, I'd prefer one to be Fuel.


Anyone have an opinion on M12 vs. M18 grease gun? I guess I'm hoping to hear how how someone had to have the M18 to get the job done. Biggest negative to the M18 I've read, is it can be too powerful for sealed bearings. I dont think I will be greasing those, but is in the back of my mind. I don't grease enough to probably really care about flow rate, as anything is better than by hand.

 

[KWtech90]

I see you didn't out Fuel in front of some the tools (cut-off), but I would for sure say get the M12 Fuel Hackzall, and skip the non-fuel, very underwhelming. I'd also suggest saving the the 1/4" ratchet until the end to buy, as the 3/8" will most likely be more than enough. And if you do need 2 ratchets, I'd prefer one to be Fuel.


Anyone have an opinion on M12 vs. M18 grease gun? I guess I'm hoping to hear how how someone had to have the M18 to get the job done. Biggest negative to the M18 I've read, is it can be too powerful for sealed bearings. I dont think I will be greasing those, but is in the back of my mind. I don't grease enough to probably really care about flow rate, as anything is better than by hand.

I'm a HD truck technician with an m18 grease gun and even it fails to purge some grease channels that have been neglected. It's a little on the heavy side, but the hose is long enough to reach most grease fittings without holding the gun. I bought the high torque impact years ago and the grease gun was a free add on tool. I believe they still run that promotion generally in the middle of the year.

 

[2manytools]

I'm a HD truck technician with an m18 grease gun and even it fails to purge some grease channels that have been neglected. It's a little on the heavy side, but the hose is long enough to reach most grease fittings without holding the gun. I bought the high torque impact years ago and the grease gun was a free add on tool. I believe they still run that promotion generally in the middle of the year.

Thanks. That's what I was hoping to hear. I actually already have the M18 grease gun (with hard case) that I got at the right price, but could easily sell and get M12. We are are greasing farm equipment sometimes, but really have never had an issue with manual grease guns (aside from being manual). Looks like the M18 will see a couple tubes of grease this weekend

I did buy the right angle coupler for greasing a couple years ago, and that may be one of the best accessory purchases I've made. Language stays much cleaner when I'm greasing a center spindle zert on a lawn mower.

 

[javyLSU]

Found a tree on our property leaning about 20 degrees after a few recent storms:


So of course, I solved this impending problem with this:


The kit comes with a blower that I already have, so that’s going on eBay the moment it arrives to reduce cost of purchase.

Best part: Full wifey endorsement of new Milwaukee power tools

 

[Black300zx]

I see you didn't out Fuel in front of some the tools (cut-off), but I would for sure say get the M12 Fuel Hackzall, and skip the non-fuel, very underwhelming. I'd also suggest saving the the 1/4" ratchet until the end to buy, as the 3/8" will most likely be more than enough. And if you do need 2 ratchets, I'd prefer one to be

Yes, most of those would be the Fuel versions where applicable. Thanks for the feedback though!

 

[techieman33]

This is the path that I've chosen as well. I currently am 100% Ryobi and they have served me well, but there are some automotive geared tools (impact wrenches, ratchets, cutoff wheels, compact drills, etc) where Ryobi can't compete or doesn't even have coverage. My vision is to have everything in my garage Milwaukee (with the goal of avoiding a compressor) and Ryobi being restricted to my basement workshop and shed (IE - stuff where performance and size aren't as much of a concern, or lawncare items). I should use both systems frequently enough to always have charged batteries for both.

Current Ryobi

• Drill/Driver
• Oscillating multi-tool
• radio
• flashlight
• inflator

Planned Ryobi

• Impact Driver
• Brushless string trimmer
• Worklights
• Blower
• Chemical Sprayer

Planned Milwaukee

• M12 3/8 Stubby
• 1/4 ratchet
• 3/8 ratchet
• M12 Drill/Driver (w/ hammer)
• M12 impact driver
• M12 Hackzall
• M12 cutoff tool
• M12 lights
• M12 soldering iron
• M12 inspection scope
• M18 Impact (maybe...depending on how the stubby impact fulfills my needs)

For soldering I would look at the Ryobi. They have a dual power model that you can plug a battery into the base, or plug it into the wall. Then you have a standard light weight whip and iron. The M12 is nice when you can stand it up and use your hands to hold the work. But it’s big and clunky when you have to hold the iron in your hand.

 

[DFB]

Anyone have an opinion on M12 vs. M18 grease gun? I guess I'm hoping to hear how how someone had to have the M18 to get the job done. Biggest negative to the M18 I've read, is it can be too powerful for sealed bearings. I dont think I will be greasing those, but is in the back of my mind. I don't grease enough to probably really care about flow rate, as anything is better than by hand.

IMO M12 grease gun will do just about anything u need in any non commercial environment. PSI falls right in between both the hi an lo ranges of the M18, and I really can't see where you need the lesser value. If 8000psi aint pumping it thru you better inspect your fittings or adjust the load on the grease joint.

Pros for the M18...1 ft longer hose, adjustable pump counter bigger battery for longer continuous all day usage usage.

 

[Black300zx]

For soldering I would look at the Ryobi. They have a dual power model that you can plug a battery into the base, or plug it into the wall. Then you have a standard light weight whip and iron. The M12 is nice when you can stand it up and use your hands to hold the work. But it’s big and clunky when you have to hold the iron in your hand.

I didn't even realize Ryobi had a soldering iron. I had a Weller butane iron which I fell in love with (before it died) and I've been looking to replace it. Being cord free is really nice when working in a car interior.

 

[Farmall450]

I hear ya. But for the frequency of how I would use it - I know at least I will always have good *m18 batteries* vs. the rarely not cycled Ryobi battery.

Sorta how I have a Dewalt 20V brad nailer....like the tool, but the battery might be bleh as it doesn't get exercised as much as it should

I mean, charging and discharging batteries are what eventually kill them. Lithium ions have no qualms seeing rare usage as long as they aren't completely dead.

 

[Tduby]

This is the path that I've chosen as well. I currently am 100% Ryobi and they have served me well, but there are some automotive geared tools (impact wrenches, ratchets, cutoff wheels, compact drills, etc) where Ryobi can't compete or doesn't even have coverage. My vision is to have everything in my garage Milwaukee (with the goal of avoiding a compressor) and Ryobi being restricted to my basement workshop and shed (IE - stuff where performance and size aren't as much of a concern, or lawncare items). I should use both systems frequently enough to always have charged batteries for both.

Current Ryobi

• Drill/Driver
• Oscillating multi-tool
• radio
• flashlight
• inflator

Planned Ryobi

• Impact Driver
• Brushless string trimmer
• Worklights
• Blower
• Chemical Sprayer

Planned Milwaukee

• M12 3/8 Stubby
• 1/4 ratchet
• 3/8 ratchet
• M12 Drill/Driver (w/ hammer)
• M12 impact driver
• M12 Hackzall
• M12 cutoff tool
• M12 lights
• M12 soldering iron
• M12 inspection scope
• M18 Impact (maybe...depending on how the stubby impact fulfills my needs)

Fun y the lights and soldering iron are 2 things I want from Ryobi I have a m18 rocket light but I want to get some smaller ones. And I really like the design of the Ryobi soldering iron it’s a nice iron without a need to run extension cords

 

[04chase]

Had this new 1" on my truck for about a month now. First try with the older 9.0 battery and it was decent but wasnt a wow i was expecting. Then tried the new hd 12.0 and much more power but not as much as my I/R air 1". Then checked the battery charge and was at 2 bars.

Put a new 12.0 full charged and made it through an entire freightliner m2-106 brake job. 10 lugs per wheel.

The d ring is nice but wont work on rear dual wheels so mine stays bare and will be put to heavy field use as field mechanic.

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[jmhinkle]

Thanks for all the recommendations guys, but researching things tonight it looks like I'll be waiting a few months for the items that make sense to add M12 to my Ryobi stable. The extended reach 3/8" ratchet and installation drill/driver will be first priority. I might still pick up a few things while the free starter kit is running. Thinking the stapler and bandsaw would be most useful right now.

 

[techieman33]

Thanks for all the recommendations guys, but researching things tonight it looks like I'll be waiting a few months for the items that make sense to add M12 to my Ryobi stable. The extended reach 3/8" ratchet and installation drill/driver will be first priority. I might still pick up a few things while the free starter kit is running. Thinking the stapler and bandsaw would be most useful right now.

Ryobi has basically the same stapler in their lineup, and actually has a couple features the M12 doesn't that makes it a little more user friendly. The only downside I see for the Ryobi is that the battery pack is wider.

 

[jmhinkle]

Ryobi has basically the same stapler in their lineup, and actually has a couple features the M12 doesn't that makes it a little more user friendly. The only downside I see for the Ryobi is that the battery pack is wider.

That's why I didn't buy the Ryobi one so far. Too cumbersome by design with their battery pack. The M12 appeals based on compactness. I don't use the belt hooks and they both have adjustable striking for depth. I'd probably never use the screen/wire attachment. I only see the drive force indicator as a benefit, I guess, to know what it is set to at a glance. The Ryobi is spring drive so maybe that helps.

 

[Flyordie]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/303262858381?ViewItem=&item=303262858381

I picked that kit up for $250. Pretty nice kit. Manufacture dates on both tools are Week 9 and Week 11, 2019.

 

[2manytools]

New 2,600 (non-USA jobs) Milwaukee Plant


WTF Milwaukee? I swear there has been a push to get manufacturing jobs where again, oh the USA. half a wimpy fist pump for not being China, but still not where I want it.

...of course this news doesn't show up on any USA publication sites

 

[kctyphoon]

 

[DFB]

^^^

And just how much did you fork over for THAT KC

 

[mobiledynamics]

Gotta do some googling when I have a few. Plan to convert the M18 sprayer wand to the ones like my other sprayers that have the ~t-jet~. I prefer them more than the standard adjustables

 

[kctyphoon]

^^^

And just how much did you fork over for THAT KC

Nothing..
Got it with the new one key 7/16 impact kit i finally got at work.
(I’m trying to get a new one key hammer drill and impact driver next)

Everyone has been getting the new cordless impacts at work. Chainsaws and lights too. My “NEW”, new boss (as of a few weeks ago) has no issue with using my smuggler like we used to. So that guy just dropped off a few grand worth of stuff this week. (I text him an ongoing list, not just for me - for everybody). The impacts the company is getting are coming with 9.0 batteries. I didnt want that, i wanted the 5.0’s. So i told him not to show up without a kit with my name on it. He actually wrote my name with black marker on the box.. lol
My new boss has a fetish with lights apparently. Our gang already has 3 pelican lights, 3 rocket lights, and 2 of these commercial 5,000 lumen corded LED ones i ordered a few years back - and FOUR more rocket lights showed up today.. i was like - “you know we have these already, right? There’s a reason why we only have a few and keep them IN the office”. (Things grow legs when they get put ON trucks)
All i know is this guy dont care about spending company money.. so thats what i plan on helping him do..

Also i finally downloaded the One Key app - (all the impacts coming are One Key)
I cant wait to start ******* with people, by linking their new impacts to my phone, and changing all the settings. (They have no idea what One Key is).

Smuggler sent back an “OK” text when i sent him the link for One Key hammer drill/impact kit i want. I just found a 6 bay battery charger that was sitting in the bottom of my old locker, covered up with stuff.. time to start re-building.. so either the guy I’m riding around with is gonna have more **** than he knows what to with as long as i stay on his truck, or my future truck is already being stocked..

Chainsaw or One Key sawzall is gonna be on my list after i get a drill/impact.. I MAY even bribe him for the Milwaukee 1/4” and 3/8” sockets sets..

 

[kctyphoon]

Anyway - as far as the inverter goes - i wouldnt go crazy getting the “milwaukee” one. When i had it plugged in with the truck running and the battery fully charged on the charger, the fan was still running. (I think it was off when i left it plugged in with the truck off for like an hour when i got back in). The Harbor Freight ones i had didnt do that. The fan would only run when the packs were charging. Once the pack was fully charged, the fan would power down. The Milwaukee is nice and small though, ill give it that much. I’m betting someone else actually makes it. Its way smaller than i expected.

You can get something similar to the Milwaukee on amazon for under $20, $15 actually..

This is the HF model i use to have. I THINK it still comes with the cigarette plug even though its not shown. Ive used two of these, for about 2 years in 2 different vehicles with no complaints at all.. its easily twice the size or more than the Milwaukee though.
https://www.harborfreight.com/autom...200-watt-continuous-power-inverter-66967.html

The Milwaukee one is listed at Great Lakes Power Tools for $50 if anyone is curious..
Here’s the listing with Specs.
https://www.greatlakespowertools.com/Milwaukee-23-37-0010-Inverter-p/23-37-0010.htm

Something on Amazon similar to the Milwaukee for $16 shipped.. they even have a red one..
ISELECTOR 150W Car Power Inverter, DC 12V to 110V AC Converter with 2 USB Ports Charger, Thinner Design with ETL Listed Car Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q3B24HY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Hf even has a smaller model. If you want dual outlets, honestly, I’d just go with the HF model i linked. I’d have no hesitation with running tablets and phones along with a charger off that thing.

 

[kctyphoon]

Look what i just found.
Is that a hammer face i see????
I sincerely hope they were smart enough to have a “lock” position on the socket. I hate the new style wrenches for not having that.

 

[wxm]

M12 extended ratchets on Milwaukee's site. Ratchets are $230 bare tool!!!!

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/New-Products/2560-20
https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/New-Products/2559-20

M12 changing head thingy too
https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/New-Products/2505-20

Cool. Have been waiting for this...

 

[kctyphoon]

Wouldn’t be surprised if a milwaukee lineman hammer and a full sized sledge isnt far off.

 

[Firefighter1406]

Bought some 3.0ah Compact, H.O. Batteries. I went round and round as to what to buy. Really wanted 2-5.0ah batteries, but got these at a good deal. I am not a fan of the larger footprint but we will see how it goes.

 

[techieman33]

Here's a video with the new extended reach ratchets. It's not much in the way of a review, but he also has the snap on ones, so we get a nice head to head size comparison.

 

[Firefighter1406]

Placed an order for a Packout mounting plate. I want the dolly but reviews haven’t been the greatest. I have a super nice Magnaline wheel cart that I am thinking about mounting them to and using that. We shall see. I have two wheeled Packout but don’t always want to run them around.

 

[kctyphoon]

I will be putting a request in for the new Lineman wrench.. adding that to the list as my last request till next trip..

Sawzall and that m18 magnetic light afterwards... i think..

 

[plewlandsbob]

Has anyone got ,or used the M12 right angle drill ? I am an Ag mechanic and am looking at getting a right angle drill, for tight spaces. All my other tools are M18, but looking at M12 , for getting into tighter spots.

 

[BroncoAZ]

Has anyone got ,or used the M12 right angle drill ? I am an Ag mechanic and am looking at getting a right angle drill, for tight spaces. All my other tools are M18, but looking at M12 , for getting into tighter spots.

I have one, it works darn well. I’ve been using it for drilling rivet holes on the factory 5 car. I lent it to a buddy who was using it on a tubing notcher

 

[Nthill93]

Has anyone got ,or used the M12 right angle drill ? I am an Ag mechanic and am looking at getting a right angle drill, for tight spaces. All my other tools are M18, but looking at M12 , for getting into tighter spots.

I’ve got one use it for drilling out rivets and running wires through studs. I love it not a single complaint

 

[CJM8515]

I just dropped coin on all 3 M12 stubbys and protective boots. Bought 2 kits for the batteries and 1 bare tool. Honestly did I need all 3..no the 1/4 or 3/8 gun woulda been enough probably, but hey why not since I worked some OT and have some spare cash. Plus its my b-day gift to myself.

 

[DFB]

Has anyone got ,or used the M12 right angle drill ? I am an Ag mechanic and am looking at getting a right angle drill, for tight spaces. All my other tools are M18, but looking at M12 , for getting into tighter spots.

I also have one works well for me I've drilled some steel plate, run spade bits and driven screws, fits where other tools won't without improvising with those goofy ra angle attachments for pistol drills.

Compare the specs to the M18 not much difference really my bare tool was only $49

 

[DFB]

Anyway - as far as the inverter goes - i wouldnt go crazy getting the “milwaukee” one. When i had it plugged in with the truck running and the battery fully charged on the charger, the fan was still running. (I think it was off when i left it plugged in with the truck off for like an hour when i got back in). The Harbor Freight ones i had didnt do that. The fan would only run when the packs were charging. Once the pack was fully charged, the fan would power down. The Milwaukee is nice and small though, ill give it that much. I’m betting someone else actually makes it. Its way smaller than i expected.

You can get something similar to the Milwaukee on amazon for under $20, $15 actually..

This is the HF model i use to have. I THINK it still comes with the cigarette plug even though its not shown. Ive used two of these, for about 2 years in 2 different vehicles with no complaints at all.. its easily twice the size or more than the Milwaukee though.
https://www.harborfreight.com/autom...200-watt-continuous-power-inverter-66967.html

The Milwaukee one is listed at Great Lakes Power Tools for $50 if anyone is curious..
Here’s the listing with Specs.
https://www.greatlakespowertools.com/Milwaukee-23-37-0010-Inverter-p/23-37-0010.htm

Something on Amazon similar to the Milwaukee for $16 shipped.. they even have a red one..
ISELECTOR 150W Car Power Inverter, DC 12V to 110V AC Converter with 2 USB Ports Charger, Thinner Design with ETL Listed Car Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q3B24HY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Hf even has a smaller model. If you want dual outlets, honestly, I’d just go with the HF model i linked. I’d have no hesitation with running tablets and phones along with a charger off that thing.

Ya tis pricey for only 150W
https://www.greatlakespowertools.com/Milwaukee-23-37-0010-Inverter-p/23-37-0010.htm

Honestly that size of invertor can be had for less than $25 most anywhere and it all one needs for running an m12 charger. In fact my AC DELCO 400w was only like $35 many years ago they're even about $10 cheaper than that now like with a HF one

Hey I think those HF are even RED

 

[pbon]

I also have one works well for me I've drilled some steel plate, run spade bits and driven screws, fits where other tools won't without improvising with those goofy ra angle attachments for pistol drills.

Compare the specs to the M18 not much difference really my bare tool was only $49

I have the M18 right angle and think it is too bulky. I have thought about getting the M12 right angle.

 

[Badger 13]

I have the m12 right angle as well and it is great for getting into places like under dashes. I had an old Makita right angle with the 9.6v battery, but this works much better. It was also my first 12v tool in the Milwaukee line up since everything else I have is m18, but felt that m18 in right angle would be just a little too big for what I wanted it to do. So far no regrets.

 

[Jamie V]

I still can’t believe the M18 right angle drill isn’t brushless and that it ONLY has a 3/8 chuck...

 

[MikeF2316]

Has anyone got ,or used the M12 right angle drill ? I am an Ag mechanic and am looking at getting a right angle drill, for tight spaces. All my other tools are M18, but looking at M12 , for getting into tighter spots.

I have one, it works well. Sometimes I use it as a 2nd drill when I'm alternately drilling 2 different size of holes. Plus I used it to drive screws into the bottom of the bottom rail on the fence I was putting up with my neighbour. He went from ridiculing it to getting one when he saw how well it worked.