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[DFB]

Got some emails for sales on m12. Am I crazy, or has the fuel 1/2 ratchet surged in price? If I remember correctly, I saw it at 180 like the 3/8. On Home Depot right now, it’s 220. I could buy a long neck with that money!


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Yup it's up there...all the prices have gone up after the end of the year Holiday sales

Have to follow the sales though, I got the 3/8" fuel with a free 2.0 battery for just $149

Right now there is Milwaukee Spring promo of 10% off a single M12 bare tool at many places like Tool Barn and Tool Up (likely the others major dealers like ACME CPO and Toolnut might have it too)

So be like $162 the 3/8" anyhow

 

[mc4life27]

My first Milwaukee tools

I have the straight cutting one and so far they seem to be the best sheers I have ever owned and seem to be holding up and staying sharp very well.


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[mc4life27]

Got some emails for sales on m12. Am I crazy, or has the fuel 1/2 ratchet surged in price? If I remember correctly, I saw it at 180 like the 3/8. On Home Depot right now, it’s 220. I could buy a long neck with that money!


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That’s almost the price of the m12 stubby.
Now protoolsreview.com have a write up about the fuel ratchet and they have the msrp at $159.99. I don’t remember what I paid for mine but I didn’t think it was that high.


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[DFB]

Ya the 1/2 FUEL Ratchet was always just a $10 increase over the 3/8" version for the longest time. I'm seeing $199 at best right now. I initially wanted the 1/2" anvil for the maximum torque rating that was promoted on these tools and I intended to mainly use 1/2 drive sockets.

TGJ rational from several people had me reassess and go with the 3/8" and just add an adapter for several reasons..

1st reason the MAX torque difference isn't all that much (and really on the ratchets it simply a weird value anyhow as they are non impacting and its really grunt force to get there)

Secondly the 3/8" for me it is big and strong enough, as it is a heavy tool and bit cumbersome to use compared to the brushed version for a lot of jobs.

3rd factor in downsizing one step also saved a few bucks both on the list price and added tax and of course I got the promo with free battery add on,

 

[Black300zx]

Ya the 1/2 FUEL Ratchet was always just a $10 increase over the 3/8" version for the longest time. I'm seeing $199 at best right now. I initially wanted the 1/2" anvil for the maximum torque rating that was promoted on these tools and I intended to mainly use 1/2 drive sockets.

TGJ rational from several people had me reassess and go with the 3/8" and just add an adapter for several reasons..

1st reason the MAX torque difference isn't all that much (and really on the ratchets it simply a weird value anyhow as they are non impacting and its really grunt force to get there)

Secondly the 3/8" for me it is big and strong enough, as it is a heavy tool and bit cumbersome to use compared to the brushed version for a lot of jobs.

3rd factor in downsizing one step also saved a few bucks both on the list price and added tax and of course I got the promo with free battery add on,

Not to mention that you don't need to rely on the ratchet's torque to break the fastener free, that's what your arm strength is for Once you break the fastener free, you just need enough torque to overcome whatever friction/rust/corrosion is present when spinning the fastener out (or in).

 

[mobiledynamics]

Anybody thinks the die grinders may potentally be packaged as dual die grinders in a bare pack....i want both for different apps...at a lower -bundled- cost of course ;-)

 

[dacan23]

Thats highly unlikely I would think.... maybe buy the kit of one grinder get the bare tool free... in a buy Fuel kit get a bare tool free type of promo.

Anybody thinks the die grinders may potentally be packaged as dual die grinders in a bare pack....i want both for different apps...at a lower -bundled- cost of course ;-)

 

[dacan23]

If anyone wants to know where to get a great deal on the packout radio PM me, I dont want to post for the masses. Catch is you have to buy 2 so if you know a buddy who wants one, they end up being $184 each shipped.

I got 5, 4 of which were delivered today, other one coming tomorrow but I ordered something else with it the M18 router & a light..

 

[kctyphoon]

Anybody thinks the die grinders may potentally be packaged as dual die grinders in a bare pack....i want both for different apps...at a lower -bundled- cost of course ;-)

Would be a good idea.. esp if it came in a plastic storage tray people could use in a toolbox drawer for orginazation, like the wrenches and sockets. I doubt it will ever happen though..

There’s a good side business idea for someone.. start making vacuum formed trays to keep the cordless m12 tools in a drawer.

 

[kctyphoon]

Didn’t expect this... i actually received 2 emails about posting a not so great review.

 

[Jamie V]

If anyone wants to know where to get a great deal on the packout radio PM me, I dont want to post for the masses. Catch is you have to buy 2 so if you know a buddy who wants one, they end up being $184 each shipped.

I got 5, 4 of which were delivered today, other one coming tomorrow but I ordered something else with it the M18 router & a light..

PM sent.

 

[pmaloney1]

This is a great thread, other than what it has done to my bank account!

 

[APG12]

does anyone else with the 90 die grinder fine the collect a bit tight ?
milwaukee should have come up with a tool free solution to tighten the 1/4 shanks.

I just had to send my die grinder back to Milwaukee because I couldn’t get the collet to release and I tried EVERYTHING. Luckily it was a one day turn around with free shipping so it’s scheduled to be back here on Monday.




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[mobiledynamics]

while still waiting for the framing nailer......in which I've owned my dewalt for a few years now. U Tube feed pulled up Dewalts Concrete Pinner. I guess I will have to wait for Big Red to Make something similar to replace my DX460

 

[dacan23]

Replied, but the deal is gone, for some reason a site had the radio for $259 and when you bought 2 with the $150 off promo it ended up the price I got.

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[IBEW702]

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I bought this off Ebay from CPO, 1 1/8" with two 9.0 batteries. Was nervous due to it being a refirb but it looks brand new. Not a mark on it besides the small engraving from the factory showing it is a refirb. I have the 12V SDS and was very happy with its performance. Looking forward to having a SDS with chisel function.

 

[DFB]

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I bought this off Ebay from CPO, 1 1/8" with two 9.0 batteries. Was nervous due to it being a refirb but it looks brand new. Not a mark on it besides the small engraving from the factory showing it is a refirb. I have the 12V SDS and was very happy with its performance. Looking forward to having a SDS with chisel function.

Tis a beast indeed!

 

[Firefighter1406]

Just bought one myself. Nice drill.

 

[darkzero]

I just had to send my die grinder back to Milwaukee because I couldn’t get the collet to release and I tried EVERYTHING. Luckily it was a one day turn around with free shipping so it’s scheduled to be back here on Monday.




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Did they say what was wrong with it?

 

[APG12]

The Milwaukee addiction thread!

Did they say what was wrong with it?

We’ll see on Monday. I don’t know if they’ll give any indication. I’m wondering if maybe the cheapo bit I was using was out of spec.


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[Farmall450]

while still waiting for the framing nailer......in which I've owned my dewalt for a few years now. U Tube feed pulled up Dewalts Concrete Pinner. I guess I will have to wait for Big Red to Make something similar to replace my DX460

That thing amazes me...I have to wonder about the longevity.

 

[sparky 1971]

View media item 100776
I bought this off Ebay from CPO, 1 1/8" with two 9.0 batteries. Was nervous due to it being a refirb but it looks brand new. Not a mark on it besides the small engraving from the factory showing it is a refirb. I have the 12V SDS and was very happy with its performance. Looking forward to having a SDS with chisel function.

That's a heck of a good price even if it is a refurb. I paid close to $600.00 new for mine and it had 5.0 batteries.

What is the warranty like for a refurb?

 

[IBEW702]

That's a heck of a good price even if it is a refurb. I paid close to $600.00 new for mine and it had 5.0 batteries.

What is the warranty like for a refurb?

I believe it has a full factory warranty , same if bought as new.

 

[trogo]

Dude...

I can't imagine bringing back a loaned tool in that condition...

Sorry for your loss. I never, ever loan my expensive tools, especially chainsaws.

 

[DFB]

That's a heck of a good price even if it is a refurb. I paid close to $600.00 new for mine and it had 5.0 batteries.

What is the warranty like for a refurb?

I believe it has a full factory warranty , same if bought as new.

This is what is on the CPO website for Milwaukee reconditioned tools


The Milwaukee Reconditioned Product Limited Warranty

Every MILWAUKEE RECONDITIONED product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to certain exceptions, MILWAUKEE will repair or replace any part on a reconditioned product which, after examination, is determined by MILWAUKEE to be defective in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year after the date of purchase. Return the reconditioned product and a copy of proof of purchase to a MILWAUKEE factory Service /Sales Support Branch location or MILWAUKEE Authorized Service Station, freight prepaid and insured. This warranty does not apply to damage that MILWAUKEE determines to be from repairs made or attempted by anyone other than MILWAUKEE authorized personnel, misuse, alterations, abuse, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, or accidents. THIS WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ANY PRIOR OR OTHER WARRANTIES CONTAINED IN ANY OPERATOR'S MANUAL OR OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING TO THIS PRODUCT. THIS IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS RECONDITIONED PRODUCT.

All reconditioned product is etched or stamped with the MONTH & YEAR in which it was reconditioned, along with an “R” - Recondition Designation and the reconditioning plant location designation.

 

[48548]

Thanks guys... got the bandsaw with free grinder from hd..... my v28 rip fence... still using the v28 with the orginal blade. Plus those spares in the cases...



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[Kasal]

The irony that the perfect tools to cut open plastic packing are, themselves, trapped inside PITA plastic packaging

I need a good set of sheet-metal shears. Interested to hear your thoughts on them.

Oh if those wrappers are not easy to open. His first real use was yesterday cutting some pieces of aluminum. They cut well and feel comfortable in the hand, they do not feel very large or heavy, they are perfect for me. I can't compare them with other similar tools because I've never had tin cutting scissors before.

 

[dacan23]

Sorry the deal disappeared.

 

[Farmer888]

Just picked up a new m18 2780 fuel grinder and a unopened 9.0 battery for almost half of new. Pretty cool grinder, haven't used it yet but the paddle switch isn't my favorite. Just wondering how long the 9.0 battery will last? Have a couple 5.0s , how long would they last with light pressure grinding?
Bought it mostly for cutting bolts, light rust and paint removal etc. Mostly for when it's not worth dragging a cord out etc.

 

[Bighead38]

Sorry the deal disappeared.

I have loved mine so far.

 

[Kreeker]

Do you guys think the rubber boots are worth the price?

I just did my first DIY project with my new m12 fuel impact driver and already scratched it up... I know it's meant to be used and it's not a museum piece, but it still makes me sad lol...

Do they ever go on sale? They just seem so expensive for what they are.

 

[dacan23]

I have them for every tool which they are available but I am very particular and have issues.

Sometimes I get them with the $20 off 100 coupons with other things. For the ratchets and stubbies I got good deals on multi packs on eBay.

Do you guys think the rubber boots are worth the price?

I just did my first DIY project with my new m12 fuel impact driver and already scratched it up... I know it's meant to be used and it's not a museum piece, but it still makes me sad lol...

Do they ever go on sale? They just seem so expensive for what they are.

 

[trackwelder]

Home Depot is clearing out some 44-7/8” portaband blades. Two blades for $7.50, Box stated for corded and V28 portabands.

 

[Kreeker]

I have them for every tool which they are available but I am very particular and have issues.

Sometimes I get them with the $20 off 100 coupons with other things. For the ratchets and stubbies I got good deals on multi packs on eBay.

Yeah I'm very ****, so I probably need it

I can get one for $26 shipped right now off eBay. Thinking of pulling the trigger on it...

 

[48548]

Home Depot is clearing out some 44-7/8” portaband blades. Two blades for $7.50, Box stated for corded and V28 portabands.

Got a link?

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[trackwelder]

Got a link?

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I checked online but they show full price. I went to 3 stores today and they all had them marked down.

 

[Farmall450]

Home Depot is clearing out some 44-7/8” portaband blades. Two blades for $7.50, Box stated for corded and V28 portabands.

Just Milwaukee brand or all of them? Farm & Fleet dumped theirs over summer. I bought all of them for my corded one...I wonder if it is an industry trend or what

 

[kctyphoon]

If anyone is preparing for the possibility of an incoming pandemic - the Milwaukee dust masks are the desirable N95 rated masks.. one model has an inside gasket to help seal around your face.. just fyi

 

[APG12]

Is there a recommended m18 circular saw model? I see there’s a bunch of different models but I don’t really know the difference, other than size.

I’m looking for a do-all hobbyist saw that’s got decent power and fairly accurate. I don’t use circ saws that often so I only have room in the budget for one that will handle whatever I throw at it.


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[trackwelder]

Just Milwaukee brand or all of them? Farm & Fleet dumped theirs over summer. I bought all of them for my corded one...I wonder if it is an industry trend or what

It was just Some of the Milwaukee.