The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)

[BMW Rider]

I've been slowly switching over my cordless tools to Milwaukee's and have had my eye on an angle drill for a bit now. I hesitated because I was most interested in the smaller M12 drill but had no other 12v tools yet. That meant having to start out with batteries for it as well. No issue with chargers as all three I have are the dual voltage 18/12v ones.

A couple days back I was in Home Depot for some other items and passed by the tool section to browse and see if there were any deals to be had. I was looking at the tools when the Milwaukee rep, who happened to be in the store, came over to see if I had any questions. I told him what I was considering and after some questions and chatting, he offered to provide me with a free battery and charger if I was to buy the drill. He met up with me after I checked out and we went to his truck where he handed me the battery and charger and then threw in a pair of gloves as well.

Pretty good service.

 

[Dennis Leigh Henry]

I've been slowly switching over my cordless tools to Milwaukee's and have had my eye on an angle drill for a bit now. I hesitated because I was most interested in the smaller M12 drill but had no other 12v tools yet. That meant having to start out with batteries for it as well. No issue with chargers as all three I have are the dual voltage 18/12v ones.

A couple days back I was in Home Depot for some other items and passed by the tool section to browse and see if there were any deals to be had. I was looking at the tools when the Milwaukee rep, who happened to be in the store, came over to see if I had any questions. I told him what I was considering and after some questions and chatting, he offered to provide me with a free battery and charger if I was to buy the drill. He met up with me after I checked out and we went to his truck where he handed me the battery and charger and then threw in a pair of gloves as well.

Pretty good service.

Nice score.. and some good luck...

 

[oldschoolcraft]

I bought an M12 angled die grinder a few months ago and life has been kicking my *** and I haven’t had time to research attachments to buy. I have the cash so if there’s a “set” that is recommended or anyone with the knowledge can point me to some Amazon, Home Depot, etc links, I’ll run out and buy them this week.

But usually when it comes to new tools like this I spend several hours watching YouTube videos figuring out the best most versatile attachments and I just haven’t had time. I totally forgot I even bought the tool until I had to take out my oscillating tool for some drywall work.

And holy **** did the m12 fuel oscillating work amazing for drywall and 2x4s for supports. I don’t own a circular saw and was afraid I’d have to resort making the 5 cuts into 2x4s with a hacksaw but I got a 2x4-specific blade from Dremel brand for $20 and it made quick work of the 2x4s.

So back to the die grinder, I remember seeing Roloc as a brand of Velcro on attachment heads. And I could have used it to trim the plastic dog door this weekend I installed. Instead I just used a dremel sanding drum on a foredom rotary tool to grind away the 1/2” of plastic. I bet some kind of cut off wheel on the die grinder would have made a nice straight line.

I’m no car mechanic and never used a die grinder so just a versatile set of attachments for random jobs would be appreciated like this dog door or last year I had to strip paint off an old cast iron table to repaint it and I used an angle grinder wire brush but the table had weird corners and angles that the die grinder with a smaller wire brush would have aided in.

Really just random one-off stuff is what I want for the die grinder, any help appreciated!

 

[toolin' around]

I just bought a second M12 RA die grinder because it was becoming so handy!

I have one fitted with a cutoff mandrel, which will take a regular or thin 3” cut off wheel. The regular is OK for fine grinding as well as cutting. The other I have a 2” Roloc. The Roloc discs are a coarse thread plastic screw on/off so they are quick change and stay centered. You can buy a kit with both 2” and 3” mandrels and assorted grit pads at HF... I buy discs in larger packs from Amazon. Depending on the job, I’ll switch to a 3” Roloc, but the 2” tends to spin better, and is fine for most of my jobs.

HF also has the cut off discs and mandrels.

I also have a set of carbide burrs, but they require real care or they’ll jump out and run all over your work if you run them too fast and aren’t careful. I don’t like the HF burrs... I’d spend a bit more and get a decent set.

I have a bunch of 1/4” grinding stones but they tend to load up pretty easily, so I rarely use them.

 

[dacan23]

Seeing this makes me think why not sooner, like the roller but no wheels.

https://toolguyd.com/milwaukee-packout-xl-tool-box/

 

[dacan23]

Yeah its a real problem, I only have the long reach in 3/8 and don't plan on getting any other long reach ones, would only get the high speed in the 3/8, the non fuel 1/4 is fast enough for small fastners.

Wow 7 M12 ratchets! Nice, gotta collect em' all!

I'm not trying to "sell" anyone to get one but I really do love this high speed ratchet! IMO MW really did a good job with this one. Haven't been this happy with getting a MW tool in a while.

If you do get one I'm curious how it compares in size to the non-Fuel.

 

[mobiledynamics]

Packout XL - Yasss....For long tools, my XL DW Toughbox fit them fine. The largest Packout was a bit of angle....and it was a squeeze on some items. I guess the XL should solve that issue

 

[logixjock]

I see there are 3 different M18 blowers to choose from, I'm interested in what you guys think is the best one for general use? I have a Sthil for heavy duty yard work, but for smaller chores like blowing grass clippings, blowing dust out of the shop, and drying off my cars and motorcycles, I'm really wanting to get something battery operated. What works the best for all of that, knowing I'm NOT going to be using it to blow leaves out in the yard in the fall?

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Outdoor-Power-Equipment/Blowers/2724-20

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Outdoor-Power-Equipment/Blowers/2728-20

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Vacuums-and-Fans/Compact-Blowers/0884-20

 

[Dznutz]

I have the 2724 model and I am very happy with it. You definitely want to pair this with the larger batteries. The 12 ah will give you roughly 30 minutes of continuous runtime at high.

 

[dacan23]

The 0884 blower is older one meant to blow things around the shop, its a great thing to have and many people like me use it to blow water off cars & such. The 2728 which is V1 of the yard & leaf blower was decent and dont think you can buy it anymore. 2724 is V2 yard leaf blower and is about the same as V1, I hardly noticed any power difference but a few ergonomic differences made me like V1 better.

None of them will replace a 40cc+ gas blower or make like easy if you live in a heavily wooded area with massive fall cleanup.

The shop blower has a much higher speed with a lower volume than the yard blower, with the smaller tube its good for certain things. My neighbor uses the Makita version of the shop blower over a full yard blower, but we live in a dense neighborhood without many trees.

The 2724 is as good as any other brand handheld yard blower, they are all about the same these days.

I see there are 3 different M18 blowers to choose from, I'm interested in what you guys think is the best one for general use? I have a Sthil for heavy duty yard work, but for smaller chores like blowing grass clippings, blowing dust out of the shop, and drying off my cars and motorcycles, I'm really wanting to get something battery operated. What works the best for all of that, knowing I'm NOT going to be using it to blow leaves out in the yard in the fall?

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Outdoor-Power-Equipment/Blowers/2724-20

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Outdoor-Power-Equipment/Blowers/2728-20

https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Vacuums-and-Fans/Compact-Blowers/0884-20

 

[danny_barkley]

The 0884 blower is older one meant to blow things around the shop, its a great thing to have and many people like me use it to blow water off cars & such. The 2728 which is V1 of the yard & leaf blower was decent and dont think you can buy it anymore. 2724 is V2 yard leaf blower and is about the same as V1, I hardly noticed any power difference but a few ergonomic differences made me like V1 better.

None of them will replace a 40cc+ gas blower or make like easy if you live in a heavily wooded area with massive fall cleanup.

The shop blower has a much higher speed with a lower volume than the yard blower, with the smaller tube its good for certain things. My neighbor uses the Makita version of the shop blower over a full yard blower, but we live in a dense neighborhood without many trees.

The 2724 is as good as any other brand handheld yard blower, they are all about the same these days.

Just curious, you think the 0884 would be better than the other two for blowing water off cars after a wash?

 

[48548]

Just curious, you think the 0884 would be better than the other two for blowing water off cars after a wash?

Go with the leaf...... I never use 0884.... I have 2 of the others...

 

[danny_barkley]

Go with the leaf...... I never use 0884.... I have 2 of the others...

As we say in the good ol' US of A, Gracias Amigo!

 

[48548]

As we say in the good ol' US of A, Gracias Amigo!

I might give it away to my buddy.

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[dacan23]

WTF is this, looks like the RA except a different collet, really need this specialized a tool.

https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Specialty-Tools/2409-20

Many of the new sockets and ratchets on the site.... wish I didnt already have so many of these sets. Too bad they arent bringing their wheel coated socket set they sell outside the US.

https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/...ing/SHOCKWAVE-Sockets-and-Adapters/49-66-6742

Whoa crazy

https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Instruments/Inspection-Cameras/2580-21

Next gen M18 Fuel 1" SDS coming out

https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Concrete/Rotary-Hammers/2912-20

 

[toolin' around]

I bought the 2724 to replace a Ryobi 40V I used for light stuff... I just sold my 63cc Stihl blower because the Milwaukee is so good!
I have a yard guy that does my yard each week, so I only really use it for touch up if we’re having a party etc, but I decided the extra power (and bulk and noise) of the gas blower just wasn’t necessary now!

 

[dacan23]

Any experience using the M12 caulk gun for applying concrete crack sealer? I know that stuff is pretty thick and many complain how tough it is to use in the $3 caulk guns. Wondering if I might break my M12 using it for that.

 

[mobiledynamics]

Depends on the joint for me - I use it me for sausage tube construction adhesive. For control joints, where I want things to look perfect, sometimes I prefer using the hand gun - not $3 but maybe it was $50, but IME , joints are easier to make nice with the lighter smaller hand tool that I can finesse with. It does require more work as it's not batter powered but when I want a nicer looking joint, I grab the manual more often than the powerered

If it's just a long straight run and I'm using self leveling, powered for sure.


M12 is plenty powerful on standard sealants and self leveling stuff is pretty runny and water. M12 is plenty fine using either though ? I've used it all on my M12 - 28oz tubes and the sausage. It's got plenty of power for caulk/adhesive

 

[NWOhioChevyGuy]

This thread has created an "issue"

As I have commented I launched into the Milwaukee M12 and M18 tools a little over a year ago with the 3/8" ratchet. (2557-22)

Since then I have added the following:
Impact Driver 2853-20
ProPex Expander 2432-22XC
High Torque Impact Wrench 2767-22
3/8 Impact 2463-20
Drywall tool 2624-20
Rotary Tool 2460-20

So far they have all outperformed my expectations.
Although the review on the rotary tool are disheartening - yet to receive that tool. Replacing my 25 year old 120V Dremel.

 

[jeffmoss26]

Got this yesterday, none of the local stores had it in stock

 

[Dznutz]

I have the rotary tool and I have no complaints with it whatsoever. It functions on par with a Dremmel in my estimation and as cheaply as it can be acquired, it was a no brainer for me to add it to the collection. It has been very useful having an untethered rotary tool in many instances and I have the batteries already. I suspect most who complain of it's limitations would be better suited with a die grinder in the first place.

 

[javyLSU]

The Milwaukee addiction thread!

...Although the review on the rotary tool are disheartening - yet to receive that tool. Replacing my 25 year old 120V Dremel.

I’ve had that M12 rotary tool for a few years now, and have nothing but great things to say about it. Beats the hell out of unwinding the cord and being tethered to an outlet when I have to use a rotary tool, and the performance is just as good as any corded Dremel I’ve ever used. If you need something stronger than this, you’re using the wrong tool IMO. Probably should be using a die grinder.

*edit* I just noticed Dznuts comment above mine. Couldn’t have said it any better myself LOL

 

[dacan23]

I've only used the M12 for basic indoor caulk. After reading people complaining how tough the concrete flex caulk can be to use in the cheapo guns it made me think how the M12 will do with it. Hopefully getting around to start filling my driveway & walkway cracks this weekend.

Depends on the joint for me - I use it me for sausage tube construction adhesive. For control joints, where I want things to look perfect, sometimes I prefer using the hand gun - not $3 but maybe it was $50, but IME , joints are easier to make nice with the lighter smaller hand tool that I can finesse with. It does require more work as it's not batter powered but when I want a nicer looking joint, I grab the manual more often than the powerered

If it's just a long straight run and I'm using self leveling, powered for sure.


M12 is plenty powerful on standard sealants and self leveling stuff is pretty runny and water. M12 is plenty fine using either though ? I've used it all on my M12 - 28oz tubes and the sausage. It's got plenty of power for caulk/adhesive

 

[mobiledynamics]

I asked about the torque wrench. You must like big unwieldy tools ;-)

Basic Indoor - I'm reaching for the hand tool myself.
If I'm apply adesive for the subfloor, then the M12...


What is ur plan. Self Leveling or non and tooling it ?
On the cracks, are you going to chase the joint out with a grinder
Self Level is great if it's perfect joints that just need it filled. If you haven't used its self level, think of it as very runny pancake mix....it will go everywhere and anywhere. So when you lift the tube when done laying, either have something to catch the runoff on the tip as it will still drip...it's not thick like regular Urethane non SL

Whatever sealant you use, dust it with some sand. It will look better

 

[dacan23]

LOL

I bought 2 types, self level and flex. Was going to test in a few areas before going full bore. The PO never took care of any of the concrete, even around the pool area. Some of the driveway and front steps cracks are nasty. Always had asphalt driveways so never did much except some minor garage cracks. Was hoping to not do any crack prep, know I maybe should, but theres so much and my to do list in general is crazy long.

Need to get all the cracks addressed in a few weeks because then I need to seal the whole thing, M18 sprayer for that. Will take some pics. Thanks for the advice.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Sikaflex-10-1-oz-Crack-Flex-Concrete-Sealant-7116110/300934565

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Sikaflex-10-1-oz-Self-Leveling-Concrete-Sealant-Gray-7116070/300934515

I asked about the torque wrench. You must like big unwieldy tools ;-)

Basic Indoor - I'm reaching for the hand tool myself.
If I'm apply adesive for the subfloor, then the M12...


What is ur plan. Self Leveling or non and tooling it ?
On the cracks, are you going to chase the joint out with a grinder
Self Level is great if it's perfect joints that just need it filled. If you haven't used its self level, think of it as very runny pancake mix....it will go everywhere and anywhere. So when you lift the tube when done laying, either have something to catch the runoff on the tip as it will still drip...it's not thick like regular Urethane non SL

Whatever sealant you use, dust it with some sand. It will look better

 

[mobiledynamics]

Masonary Supply House Around You ? I would steer you towards something like MasterSeal SL-1 that should be easily available. Trembo ,Vulkem.

Sika makes good stuff, but that's more I guess handyman, DIY stuff. That is what HD is though...


Don't buy some Red tool. Put it towards a quality product....

My personal like is 2 part system. Cost more, takes more time to mix and apply, but it lasts longer as well.

Final reminder- SL is RUNNY so make sure you have it all prepped before you lay...and DAM whatever corners you may need. If not, it will bleed out..

 

[atnfromatl]

Kaizen inserts are worth it.

 

[javyLSU]

The Milwaukee addiction thread!

I told myself I wasn’t going to upgrade, but getting this for $168 and selling my old 2861 for more than I paid for it for made this a no-brainer:


I also sold my 2555 stubby - I just don’t use it anymore after “downgrading” to a 3/8” DeWalt Xtreme impact wrench, which is even smaller and weighs a full pound less.

 

[Smokeshow69]

I was on the Home Depot website looking at Milwaukee tools that can take the place of air pneumatic tools as I wanted to get an air compressor but dont think i will...especially with the offerings like battery operated ratchets, die grinders, 3/8 snub nose impact and so on.... this popped up and was a total no brainer for me! I have been wanting to get a smaller impact anyway and with the bonus 1/4 ratched, uh yeah, I am in! saved a $100 bucks! I think this is an online only deal but it is being shipped directly to my house!

 

[Smokeshow69]

I was on the Home Depot website looking at Milwaukee tools that can take the place of air pneumatic tools as I wanted to get an air compressor but dont think i will...especially with the offerings like battery operated ratchets, die grinders, 3/8 snub nose impact and so on.... this popped up and was a total no brainer for me! I have been wanting to get a smaller impact anyway and with the bonus 1/4 ratched, uh yeah, I am in! saved a $100 bucks! I think this is an online only deal but it is being shipped directly to my house!

I got this in the mail today. Turns out the ratchet is 3/8 which makes me even more stoked Now to get this thing to work!

 

[Tbird22]

Sorry to backtrack a little. There was a recent discussion on the high output batteries, specifically that the 6.0 and the 8.0 are the same size so it would only make sense to assume the 8.0 is the better of the two. I watched this really informal video that did a test with the new mid torque with all the new batteries to see which is the best. Surprisingly-and he tested this a bunch of times for confirmation- the 6.0 outperformed the 8.0. He explained that since the packs are the same size, the cells must be different. The 6.0 has 3000ah 21700 rated for 35amp while the 8.0 has 4000ah 21700 rated for the 30 amps.
He did mention there is a difference of tools that this would be true for, namely high amp drawing tools would benefit from an 8.0.
That’s just a summary lol here is the link

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[Odd-job]

Sorry to backtrack a little. There was a recent discussion on the high output batteries, specifically that the 6.0 and the 8.0 are the same size so it would only make sense to assume the 8.0 is the better of the two. I watched this really informal video that did a test with the new mid torque with all the new batteries to see which is the best. Surprisingly-and he tested this a bunch of times for confirmation- the 6.0 outperformed the 8.0. He explained that since the packs are the same size, the cells must be different. The 6.0 has 3000ah 21700 rated for 35amp while the 8.0 has 4000ah 21700 rated for the 30 amps.
He did mention there is a difference of tools that this would be true for, namely high amp drawing tools would benefit from an 8.0.
That’s just a summary lol here is the link

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Found the video interesting. Makes a lot of sense that cells have different capacity and discharge characteristics. Both use Samsung cells.

Wondering if it comes down to pick two out of three. Capacity, discharge amperage, or cost. Not sure if Samsung makes a high capacity and high amperage battery that is more expensive. Could use a vaping expert here.

 

[GeoBruin]

The Samsung INR21700-40t is rated at 4000 mah capacity, 35A continuous discharge and 45A continuous discharge with an 80 degree C temp cut out.

But, multiply that incremental cost increase by 5s2p and I'm sure it would discourage some buyers.

 

[16again]

The Milwaukee addiction thread!

Bought the M12 Jig Saw, tool only today. Have to cut a few RaceDeck tiles, figured why not.

 

[J72440rallye]

Well, I finally stepped off into the cordless world. Found myself without a compressor, needed a die grinder for some projects and found this setup. I saw a video posted up about an air compressor that shelled the tank and thought..... how old is mine.... I ended up pitching it and don’t want to pick up a new one until the shed is built, so this should work out beautifully in the interim and beyond. Well, I tried to post a pic, but since this is my first post it didn’t work. I’ll attach later, but it is the 90 die grinder and charger with 2 6 ah batteries. Super excited to break it in.

 

[Rusty67]

The RA die grinder might be my single favorite M12 tool. I've been cleaning old gasket material off of my donor motor with it recently and it has been kicking some serious *** and saving me tons of time, all with no air hose attached.

 

[dacan23]

I haven't used mine yet, it came last week. Anyone else think its not super comfortable in hand because with the throttle safety lever its too thick?

The RA die grinder might be my single favorite M12 tool. I've been cleaning old gasket material off of my donor motor with it recently and it has been kicking some serious *** and saving me tons of time, all with no air hose attached.

 

[darkzero]

I haven't used mine yet, it came last week. Anyone else think its not super comfortable in hand because with the throttle safety lever its too thick?

I think that about all M12 tools because of the battery in handle. Even though I don't like the M12 grip size, I still love my RA die grinder, the straight die grinder, & the new high speed ratchet. Those are the only M12 tools I currently own.

 

[76 Caprice]

I haven't used mine yet, it came last week. Anyone else think its not super comfortable in hand because with the throttle safety lever its too thick?

I disabled the safety on my...

 

[Rusty67]

The safety tab thing can be annoying. I think it isn't in the best location but I'm not going to take it off. If it annoyed me much more than it does, I would post-factory delete it.