The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)
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Strouty
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not sure how other are but i just have my hanging in my garage and the little have to transport it im just careful with it. but since you cant get the blow molded cases where you are at checkout cases from other companies. like i have the Bauer band saw from harbor freight and the case came with it. now i was going to throw the case out since i have the saw bench mounted but i looked at it and my Milwaukee deep cut fit right now like it was made for it. so check out companies to see if they will work or will work after slight modification.
i have it and hardly use it. used it to cut some 1/4 thick aluminum and it seem to cut it just fine. the saw is ok but seems a little under powered from the Bosch that im used to using. now i dont have a ton and uses for a jigsaw but it work for the little that i do have
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.
I agree but it's been a expensive last few months and cant really justify the cost, also last month I bought the 5amp/9amp plus charger kit for $200. I've got 2 rapid chargers but would be nice to snag another.
HD gets pretty tricky eith their free tool or package deals, rarely seems like you get the tool youd like to get, I was really tempted with the grinder thou.
davethorik
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Picked up the M18 fuel hackzall today, plus a Diablo 9" pruning blade. Had to clean up a big mess from a storm and this thing did awesome! Cutting up to 5" thick branches. Already paid for itself, no joke. I probably should have called a tree service 
I would normally do this with my corded sawzall, but the added mobility of cordless makes the hackzall better for pruning. And it is not as hard on batteries as I thought it would be.
Also grabbed another 300 lumen 2108 Rover magnetic flood light, because I like the first one I bought so much, which is at work. Also bought this 450 lumen 2104 head lamp to try out.
I would normally do this with my corded sawzall, but the added mobility of cordless makes the hackzall better for pruning. And it is not as hard on batteries as I thought it would be.
Also grabbed another 300 lumen 2108 Rover magnetic flood light, because I like the first one I bought so much, which is at work. Also bought this 450 lumen 2104 head lamp to try out.
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Badger 13
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I have used my M18 Sawzall with pruning blades for years on tree work. Also use the M18 Hacksaw when one handed operation is required. They certainly are handy w/o getting out the chainsaw.
Jaysreal
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After switching to Milwaukee exclusively for my compact tools, I noticed after a while that all of my batteries were falling apart and breaking from what I can only imagine was due to me cleaning them after each use with a degreaser called spary nine.
Sent all the batteries that were in the warranty period back to Milwaukee and they took care to rebuild them. Even going so far as outright replacing the worst one. No receipt required and shipping paid. Although you do have to make sure your batteries are within warranty by date stamp and you do have to package them.
Also made a video for anyone interested:
Here's a link on how to find your battery date code:
http://documents.milwaukeetool.com/TIY527.pdf
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Sent all the batteries that were in the warranty period back to Milwaukee and they took care to rebuild them. Even going so far as outright replacing the worst one. No receipt required and shipping paid. Although you do have to make sure your batteries are within warranty by date stamp and you do have to package them.
Also made a video for anyone interested:
Here's a link on how to find your battery date code:
http://documents.milwaukeetool.com/TIY527.pdf
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I have noticed that the M12 batteries are nowhere near the M18 level of durability. I appreciate you sharing a positive warranty experience.
I clean mine with Tub O Towels. That seems effective against grease without causing damage.
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M18 30* framing nailer arrived today. My initial impressions are very good, but I've only shot maybe 20 nails into some scrap lumber.
I'm finishing up a chicken coop project this week, should get plenty of use.
That’s good news, mine will be here Thursday. I can’t wait!
buddylee1998
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We're these on sale? I have been watching for a good deal on them.
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Bighead38
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Bought some new drill bits. Wrecked my dewalt bits on the last couple jobs.
Welp already broke two of them.
What are you drilling?
Breaks where the drill and hex shank meet?
You might want cobalt. Use oil and less pressure. Which size were you breaking? I break the tiny ones, but it’s usually my fault. I know the titanium coated hex are convenient and cheap but regular cobalt is better in the long run. At least buy some 1/8 cobalts to drill the initial hole and maybe a larger size if you are drilling larger holes regularly. You can get hex to regular but adapters if you are using impacts to drill rather than a drill. Drilling with impacts may be part of the problem if you are doing that, especially in metal.
If you're breaking that many bits, the problem is probably you - too much speed and/or pressure.
What are you drilling?
kngelv
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After switching to Milwaukee exclusively for my compact tools, I noticed after a while that all of my batteries were falling apart and breaking from what I can only imagine was due to me cleaning them after each use with a degreaser called spary nine.
Sent all the batteries that were in the warranty period back to Milwaukee and they took care to rebuild them. Even going so far as outright replacing the worst one. No receipt required and shipping paid. Although you do have to make sure your batteries are within warranty by date stamp and you do have to package them.
Also made a video for anyone interested:
Here's a link on how to find your battery date code:
http://documents.milwaukeetool.com/TIY527.pdf
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So you caused the damage and got Milwaukee to replace them, and then come on here to brag about it? Wow!
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Bighead38
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One was definitely my fault sure Was drilling rubber bushing out of rear leaf springs on a rusty shitbox. Helps to drill some of the rubber before hammering them out. The one I got a little off angle and snapped it. The second one I was drilling through the rubber and when pulling it out it just caught the metal edge and snapped it. I’m not worried about it they are just consumable.
I will say when I drilled the floor pans with them they cut really well and I like the tip on them. It really does help with walking. They didn’t like trying to drill a bolt though. Bolt was way to hard.
I will say when I drilled the floor pans with them they cut really well and I like the tip on them. It really does help with walking. They didn’t like trying to drill a bolt though. Bolt was way to hard.
Black300zx
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Same observations here. Soft or think metal they work really well. They do seem to loose their temper and dull pretty easily if you overheat them (IE - driling out a bolt).
Isn’t it easier to burn the rubber instead of drilling? Just have good ventilation.
Are you using lube? I’ve had good luck with this stuff.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DHMGWFK/?tag=atomicindus08-20
Finished my M18 fan mod today. No more lugging around an external ac adapter. I hate wallwarts!
Had to relocate the main PCB. I used a MW to hack the MW, how you like that MW!
Had to relocate the main PCB. I used a MW to hack the MW, how you like that MW!
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PelicanPines
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Cool job. Ridgid fan comes like that... out of the box...
No special cord either... Ridgid fan can use any extension cord.
No special cord either... Ridgid fan can use any extension cord.
Thanks.
Yup, most all of the other brands can be plugged directly into an extension cord. But I'm not changing battery platforms in a long time. I wouldn't have even bought this fan, don't really have a need for it. It was a Christmas present from my lil brother.
So stupid that MW made it this way. But then again the M18 fan is pretty old, way overdue for an update & I'm sure they'll do the same if they do ever update it.
Yup, most all of the other brands can be plugged directly into an extension cord. But I'm not changing battery platforms in a long time. I wouldn't have even bought this fan, don't really have a need for it. It was a Christmas present from my lil brother.
So stupid that MW made it this way. But then again the M18 fan is pretty old, way overdue for an update & I'm sure they'll do the same if they do ever update it.
DerekV
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Came out clean, darkzero - nice work. I don’t remember needing to relocate the PCB on mine, but I also didn’t go with that style AC connector. I had straight prongs out of the back (Ryobi/Rigid style) for an extension cord. I didn’t end up liking that, so I hard wired a power tool replacement cord in the second version. Been rocking it that way for a few years now. I wrap the cord around the base when not in use.
Milwaukee without question needs to update the fan for a proper AC input...this mod is definitely not UL listed [emoji23] In all seriousness though, care is required since live mains are now exposed from the cracked-open 18v transformer and stuffed inside the fan. Carelessness could lead to a short, and yeah you know what happens next. But it’s 100% a worthwhile modification - it’s how it should’ve been from the factory.
Milwaukee without question needs to update the fan for a proper AC input...this mod is definitely not UL listed [emoji23] In all seriousness though, care is required since live mains are now exposed from the cracked-open 18v transformer and stuffed inside the fan. Carelessness could lead to a short, and yeah you know what happens next. But it’s 100% a worthwhile modification - it’s how it should’ve been from the factory.
Thanks Derek. Yeah I had to move the PCB forward because of the AC socket I used. Also had to extend the motor wires a bit because of it. Was just enough room for it all to work without coming dangerously close to shorting. I put heatshrink over the ac socket leads just in case although it would have been fine.
I hear ya on being aware. I think I should be ok though. I used kapton tape where I thought would be a good idea as well as the plastic insulator sheet that was originally inside the wallwart. It's only for personal use & will probably never get used on a jobsite.
What didn't you like about your plug prongs sticking out on yours? Sounds like it would be convenient to use an extension cord?
I hear ya on being aware. I think I should be ok though. I used kapton tape where I thought would be a good idea as well as the plastic insulator sheet that was originally inside the wallwart. It's only for personal use & will probably never get used on a jobsite.
What didn't you like about your plug prongs sticking out on yours? Sounds like it would be convenient to use an extension cord?
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Bighead38
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Depends on the job. Some I burn out other I just partially drill and then heat and hammer.
PelicanPines
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Wow... vents don't line up.
subarub4
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Out here in the outter banks in Corolla and I aired down my tires from 46 to 24 psi and aired them back up to 36 on one 6ah battery it only took maybe 3 min max per tire I’m impressed the free air stations had a wait time but it was nice driving all the way to the VA border.
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Seems like a great way to kill the tool fast by overheating the motor. I'd return that boot or cut some holes but that's me. Its moving a lot of air out those vents at the higher RPM settings.
I agree.
I remember when that company came out with all their red boots. Someone here posted it from FB. First thing I noticed was the covered up vents & thought to myself I won't be buying those. Plus they looked kind of cheaply made to me but I have never seen them in person.
This is the first time I've seen someone here buy one so I was curious. The MW boots are expensive & these red ones are cheaper, good to see someone trying to make aftermarket boots though. I've always wondered why no one else did since MW is popular. I'll stick with the OEM boots still.
There are bumps and they vent out the front, but hey I will eat it if if it fails.... i will bet money mine wont... also if I using a tool to the point it over heats, I have a free foredom I can use.... 30 year old foredom, but still works fine and got it for free. I think it is worthless..... too big.... it is bulged for a vent.... i will take the risk in az for the 2 times a month....
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Crazyjake8493
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I like all the fan mods, but I've never even considered using the wall wart for my cordless fan. If I need a corded fan, I grab - and I know this sounds crazy - a corded fan.
I'll bet you money you put a IR thermometer over that thing after loading it for a few minutes it will be far far hotter internally than a tool without a boot or with the proper Milwaukee one. I don't know why you're vehemently defending a poorly made accessory? For $20 (still expensive for a boot) I'd expect a couple extra minutes of thought in the design.
By the way the die grinders are already well known for tripping their thermal protection when used hard.
It makes no sense to block or restrict 4 exhaust vents especially when the tool is already known to run hot.
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Handyandy23
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In this pic it looks like there's a vent hole in the boot that doesn't line up with any vent on the tool. Is it possible the boot isn't on correctly somehow? Or it's made for a different tool and they sent the wrong one?
Doesn't make sense they'd cover up the exhaust vents, but then have a hole molded into the boot where it's not needed. Unless my eyes are playing tricks on me.
PelicanPines
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Agree... mods are interesting.
As far as my comments on the cord... think about it... even with his mods... a special cord is needed if you are battery-less ... with my fan... any extension cord.
I don't carry TWO fans around ... one with a cord ... one without. It just makes sense to have an intelligent choice in a tool that allows for the most versatility.
If i were to mod that M18. I would have installed a male surface mounted standard plug... that could use a regular extension cord. It makes better sense than carrying two fans or special cords or wall warts.