The Milwaukee addiction thread! :)
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littlelebowski
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I'm having issues with an M12 inflator that I was gifted (no receipt). I've tried screwing it onto a truck tire several times, but it won't read the existing tire pressure. I've not found a button to press to bring this about; am I missing something or do I have a bad unit? The tires in question certainly have plenty of pressure.
Black300zx
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Did you hit the power button? I just grabbed mine, put a battery in, hit the power button (not the inflate button), and screwed it onto my tire. With the power on, as soon as I screwed it on all the way the display read the tire pressure
ptgarcia
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I wanted a couple HO M18 batteries and while shopping Home Depot online I stumbled on this deal and couldn't pass it up. I'm pretty impressed by the M18 Rocket Light and love that it's dual power! It's hard for me to spend Milwaukee money for power tools but at $299 I don't feel so bad.
Father's Day Special M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Rocket Dual Power Tower Light with (2) 6.0 Ah Batteries and Charger
Father's Day Special M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Rocket Dual Power Tower Light with (2) 6.0 Ah Batteries and Charger
littlelebowski
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Yup, tried that with differing batteries and both the tires on my truck and my wife’s SUV. It’s disappointing. Would going to a Milwaukee warranty center be better than calling Milwaukee?
I got an M18 palm sander yesterday and have been using it all day. It’s power hungry for sure, but it’s works as well as can be expected… and I say that as a festool rotek guy…
Black300zx
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Does it function normally for inflating?
littlelebowski
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Yes, it works for that; just not targeted inflation goals.
javyLSU
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Just as I feared, buying some Packout leads to… buying more Packout. I have a Toyota FJ Cruiser, and whenever we take this vehicle to a store there’s never a great place to put the items because the back is just a giant unpartitioned area. So, Packout to the rescue.
I just finished installing the mounting plates and moving everything over - I still have to finish building my first aid kit on top, but I was able to fit all of my winching/recovery stuff in the middle tool box, and even found a place for my old Craftsman USA set that I had retired. The crate is the perfect size for most trips to the store… And if I ever need the space for larger items, it can all be removed in 5 seconds. Very happy with the way this turned out.
I just finished installing the mounting plates and moving everything over - I still have to finish building my first aid kit on top, but I was able to fit all of my winching/recovery stuff in the middle tool box, and even found a place for my old Craftsman USA set that I had retired. The crate is the perfect size for most trips to the store… And if I ever need the space for larger items, it can all be removed in 5 seconds. Very happy with the way this turned out.
Bighead38
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Just get the first aid kit lol.
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204PC Class B Type III PACKOUT First Aid Kit | Milwaukee Tool
The MILWAUKEE® PACKOUT™ Class B Type III 204PC First Aid Kit has an IP65 rated weather seal to protect medical supplies from rain and jobsite debris.
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jeffmoss26
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What's everyone's thoughts on the M12 RA die grinder vs. straight die grinder? Planning on using it to strip paint, rust and prep metal for welding. Is there a situation where the RA is more versatile?
PIP Hardware has the M12 straight die grinder for $125 which is the cheapest I've seen around. I could do the Home Depot hack for the M12 RA die grinder for $131ish.
PIP Hardware has the M12 straight die grinder for $125 which is the cheapest I've seen around. I could do the Home Depot hack for the M12 RA die grinder for $131ish.
For what you described I would go with the RA, it's much more suited for those tasks IMO & is how I use mine.
I also have the straight but I use it mainly with carbide burrs, grinding stones, & cut off wheels (light duty cutting). The straight is too awkward to use with sanding & prep discs IMO.
I do also use carbide burrs with the RA depending on the situation. I've seen some people use cut off discs with the RA but that orientation seems weird to me unless there's some odd situation where I need to (never have though).
This is exactly how I used all my pneumatic die grinders when I used them. Haven't touched them since I got the MW die grinders.
Bighead38
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I have to agree with the above even though I don’t have the Milwaukee die grinders. I use die grinders a ton in the garage. The straight one has a cutting wheel on it 99% of the time. The RA one gets everything else like rolocs, stones, carbides, and wire wheels.
danny_barkley
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I have a bunch of Milwaukee M18 and M12 stuff. I need to buy a Dewalt 20v tool, a nailer. Do you folks know of any adapters for Milwaukee M18 batteries that work well?
PelicanPines
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One issue with an adapter... the company that makes the adapter will NOT warranty your tools if the adapter blows up the tool or battery. So is it really a benefit to have an adapter when you are taking a risk of bricking your battery or melting your tool?
I have Milwaukee tools and Dewalt tools... I get the best tool for the task. Like you did with the nailer. I have more than twice as many Milwaukee batteries/tools as Dewalt...
I've been using your standard M18 fuel hammer drill & driver set at home for years... and other than mediocre chuck on the drill, I've been happy with them.
So on that experience, when I got to Hawaii, I bought this cheap set:
Man... I should have just spent the money and got higher end set like I have at home. The chuck on the drill is not great, the driver is just okay... and both feel like they were made for the home DIY guy and not some guy that is gonna work them out consistently. I can't see either lasting all that long with the way I use them.
My own fault as I'm sure they are fine for most, but... I should have either spent the big money on Fuel or gone m12 for lighter applications.
So on that experience, when I got to Hawaii, I bought this cheap set:
Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill/Impact Combo Kit (2-Tool) W/ (2) 2. 0Ah Batteries, Charger & Bag 2892-22CT - The Home Depot
Tackle most demanding jobsite applications with Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill or Impact Combo Kit with Batteries, Charger and Bag.
www.homedepot.com
Man... I should have just spent the money and got higher end set like I have at home. The chuck on the drill is not great, the driver is just okay... and both feel like they were made for the home DIY guy and not some guy that is gonna work them out consistently. I can't see either lasting all that long with the way I use them.
My own fault as I'm sure they are fine for most, but... I should have either spent the big money on Fuel or gone m12 for lighter applications.
Bighead38
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Yeah fuel is the way to go. I convinced work to start using Milwaukee but they aren’t getting fuel stuff. It’s better than what they had but not what it should be and won’t last as long.
danny_barkley
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I've been using your standard M18 fuel hammer drill & driver set at home for years... and other than mediocre chuck on the drill, I've been happy with them.
So on that experience, when I got to Hawaii, I bought this cheap set:
Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill/Impact Combo Kit (2-Tool) W/ (2) 2. 0Ah Batteries, Charger & Bag 2892-22CT - The Home Depot
Tackle most demanding jobsite applications with Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill or Impact Combo Kit with Batteries, Charger and Bag.www.homedepot.com
Man... I should have just spent the money and got higher end set like I have at home. The chuck on the drill is not great, the driver is just okay... and both feel like they were made for the home DIY guy and not some guy that is gonna work them out consistently. I can't see either lasting all that long with the way I use them.
My own fault as I'm sure they are fine for most, but... I should have either spent the big money on Fuel or gone m12 for lighter applications.
Chucks seem to be throwaway items on them...
RedneckWelder
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I've been using your standard M18 fuel hammer drill & driver set at home for years... and other than mediocre chuck on the drill, I've been happy with them.
So on that experience, when I got to Hawaii, I bought this cheap set:
Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill/Impact Combo Kit (2-Tool) W/ (2) 2. 0Ah Batteries, Charger & Bag 2892-22CT - The Home Depot
Tackle most demanding jobsite applications with Milwaukee M18 Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill or Impact Combo Kit with Batteries, Charger and Bag.www.homedepot.com
Man... I should have just spent the money and got higher end set like I have at home. The chuck on the drill is not great, the driver is just okay... and both feel like they were made for the home DIY guy and not some guy that is gonna work them out consistently. I can't see either lasting all that long with the way I use them.
My own fault as I'm sure they are fine for most, but... I should have either spent the big money on Fuel or gone m12 for lighter applications.
to me those older tools are what gave Milwaukee a mediocre reputation that they had for cordless tools before the Fuel generation tools came out.
javyLSU
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Had some extra foam, sockets, and a small Packout, so I bought a cheapie ratchet from HD and made myself a metric Packout road kit for the truck…
jrbpit1
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never rest
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What do Milwaukee deals look like around the holidays? I just got into M12 with an impact driver, and I'd like to get a 1/2" stubby. Do batteries or tools come down much on sale?
Well I looked for some past sales, and it does seem like there are some nice deals to be had. Think I'll wait for a bit and see what comes up.
Well I looked for some past sales, and it does seem like there are some nice deals to be had. Think I'll wait for a bit and see what comes up.
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mobiledynamics
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a thought came to me, and maybe I am missing . Off to Google. Did I miss the deets on NPS 2021 . Has it come and gone.
JettaGetUpandGo
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There is an opportunity to register for 2021 and it says a date has not yet been determined. I am assuming that they are going to do another Pipeline/online only event again rather than the full NPS event. Events like NPS take so long to plan they probably made the decision to be safe rather than sorry.
Who knows, maybe they will surprise us with NPS in the fall. I feel the NPS would get better coverage and more attention than the Pipeline videos did.
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Who knows, maybe they will surprise us with NPS in the fall. I feel the NPS would get better coverage and more attention than the Pipeline videos did.
Milwaukee Pipeline | New Tools & Ongoing Launches | Milwaukee Tool
Discover the latest Milwaukee Tool innovations with Pipeline: Preview new products, upcoming releases, and future tool launches announced each year.
www.milwaukeetool.com
mobiledynamics
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I'm good either way - pipeline or NPS. Just wanted to see what new goodies may be coming out.
Although I'm pretty content with the -collection- I have already...which is too many to boot ;-)
Although I'm pretty content with the -collection- I have already...which is too many to boot ;-)
Keep
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Dammit. I just bought my first red stuff a couple months ago, only the 12v stuff as I have a bunch of Bosch in the 18v. I seen a video of some dude using the 12v 1/4 ratchet...and well that was the start of the "red stuff"
Of course HD up here is now having "Milwaukee Mega Month" with a bunch of great deals......damn this place!!!!
Anyone have the 12v Oscillating Multi-Tool? If so, how do you like it?
Of course HD up here is now having "Milwaukee Mega Month" with a bunch of great deals......damn this place!!!!
Anyone have the 12v Oscillating Multi-Tool? If so, how do you like it?
Nthill93
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The fuel is great the non fuel is garbage
Keep
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lol I have the Fuel stuff, still want to know if the multi tool is any good.
Nthill93
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Are you asking about the non fuel or fuel multi tool? The non fuel is garbage the fuel is great
Keep
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Ahhhh got ya. I think the one in the offer is the non-fuel. Buy 2 2ah batteries get a free tool. That is one of the options.
Nthill93
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Had the non fuel it overheats on the easiest of cutting or sanding. Wood plastic pvc anything you tried to cut. I constantly had to pull the battery out to reset it. Burnt it up got a new one same issue burnt that one up and got another one and sheared the teeth off the head. Seemed to work best with the xc 3.0 battery fully charged. The fuel is a beast will cut anything and I’ve yet to break it. Overheated a few times but not anywhere close to the non fuel.
PelicanPines
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M12 Battery Cover... Did I mention ... I have a 3D Printer... and a new spool of RED?
Packout boxes coming together for the mini shop:
pwschuh
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I like my Fuel 12v OMT OK, but to be honest, I have not found as many uses for it as I thought I would.
Odd-job
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M12 spot blower. Must have missed this one coming out.
www.toolnut.com
Milwaukee 0852-20 M12 Compact 175 CFM / 110 MPH Spot Blower, Tool Only
Key Features Fast Cleanup Power The axial fan pushes up to 175 CFM and 110 MPH, which gives this compact blower enough output to clear sawdust, chips, and light jobsite debris without dragging out a full-size blower. Better Control High and low speed settings, a variable speed trigger, and a...
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ThatSickRip
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Mine was great for our kitchen remodel: cutting out old backsplash, cutting out baseboard and shoe mold for new floor cabinets, and used it for a bunch of outlet cutouts from the new island to relocating wall outlets
I feel like an OMT is something you find more uses for the more you use it. Also, blades matter. If you use crappy blades or dull blades, you might not think it's doing what it's supposed to do (and it isn't!) but with a good sharp blade, and used properly, they can do things other tools cant.
Finally got through to customer support regarding my dying 12.0. Many days of no call back or their phone system errors. Don't know why you cant use e-service for them, they are only sending a shipping label, nothing special like the bad 9.0s.
Also spoke to a product tech regarding the leaky PS tank for the sprayer. He said many of the first batch leaked, the concrete or water supply tanks didn't have an issue. Again not an e-service eligible item, it needs to be directed to a special group, and I think they just send a new tank, they don't want used tanks sent back. I had returned the spare tank to HD that also leaked. I have a whole second kit I just got, but its the fresh manufactured batch so not expected to leak.
Also spoke to a product tech regarding the leaky PS tank for the sprayer. He said many of the first batch leaked, the concrete or water supply tanks didn't have an issue. Again not an e-service eligible item, it needs to be directed to a special group, and I think they just send a new tank, they don't want used tanks sent back. I had returned the spare tank to HD that also leaked. I have a whole second kit I just got, but its the fresh manufactured batch so not expected to leak.