Cordless Drill - Kreg Owners' Community2024-03-29T09:35:52Zhttps://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/cordless-drill?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A333070&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI read the first page and ski…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-24:2900167:Comment:3330702011-08-24T05:42:30.497ZMike Kahlehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/MikeKahle
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<p>I have worked in the CATV industry and the electrical industry for years, and the only drill I have owned is a dewalt 18v hammer drill. the non hammer drill and the hammer drill is almost the same weight. They are very heavy drills. Around the house, I own three Black and Decker Firestorm drills. The cost of replacing a dewalt battery when it dies is between $70 and $100 depending if it is nicad or li-on. I found that once a year I can get a…</p>
<p>I read the first page and skimmed the rest.</p>
<p>I have worked in the CATV industry and the electrical industry for years, and the only drill I have owned is a dewalt 18v hammer drill. the non hammer drill and the hammer drill is almost the same weight. They are very heavy drills. Around the house, I own three Black and Decker Firestorm drills. The cost of replacing a dewalt battery when it dies is between $70 and $100 depending if it is nicad or li-on. I found that once a year I can get a new drill and two batteries for my firestorm either at walmart or at the black and decker outlet store for between $30 and $50. Last year I picked up a firestorm combo kit at the outlet for $80, the kit had a flashlight, drill and a circular saw in it, as well as two batteries.</p>
<p>The B&D drills weigh so much less than the dewalt drill there is no comparison in that field. The firestorm drills have performed very well for me drilling pocket holes in common wood (havent done any exotics other than cedar), and run my screws home very well.... just play with the clutch at the beginning of every project or wood type/cut (making the project out of the same type of wood, but two different planks are of different moisture content and a screw goes onto one easier than another) to make sure you dont over tighten the screws.</p>
<p>I was on a job helping a guy assemble a large kids fort/play set, and I had my trusty dewalt and he had a set of 14v drills. I cant remember the brand, makita or some other, they were grey/white. felt very good in my hand, light, much lighter than my dewalt, and smaller - get into that places my big old dependable dewalt would not fit..... and they had nice power.... I asked him and he said they were in the $150 dollar range... dont remember...</p>
<p>I recommend you go to both the big box stores, and sears and anywhere else that displays the drills with the battery in them and fell them and play with them and find a few that you like the feel of and the weight, then ask people what they think of the ones you like... fet the pros and cons that way and make your decision from there.... and also, make sure the place you buy from will give you a 100% refund on the tool if you just flat out dont like it after you buy it. Kind of a pain in the arse to have to take a tool back because you dont like it, but its even more of a pain if you cant return it.... I have done it, bought a nice bostich brad nailer from the say so of other people, and I just flat out did not like the nailer... took it back the next day and they refused to refund me because I used it.... I asked them how else would I know if I liked it if I could not use it and they told me tough luck....never shopped there again....</p>
<p> </p> The best way I found to choos…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2011-08-18:2900167:Comment:3250682011-08-18T10:42:05.013ZRickhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/RickStarr
The best way I found to choose is...what are the 2 main components of a cordless drill that apply across the board? Torque and battery life. After that, it's only your budget.
The best way I found to choose is...what are the 2 main components of a cordless drill that apply across the board? Torque and battery life. After that, it's only your budget. I grabbed a 19.2v Craftsman o…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-05-10:2900167:Comment:373772010-05-10T22:28:55.677ZMichael Hritzhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/MichaelHritz
I grabbed a 19.2v Craftsman on Black Friday in '07, along w/a spare battery. It has been fine so far, although the batteries are starting to tire some. Even when I melted the back end of the housing (too close to a clamp light) it didn't quit, but I do miss that built-in bulls-eye level that now is just a blob...<br />
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Ran thru a couple cheapie off-brand drills before I went w/this one, & it was worth it. Also have a Makita hammer drill, an old 1992 Skil that's still cooking fine, & my…
I grabbed a 19.2v Craftsman on Black Friday in '07, along w/a spare battery. It has been fine so far, although the batteries are starting to tire some. Even when I melted the back end of the housing (too close to a clamp light) it didn't quit, but I do miss that built-in bulls-eye level that now is just a blob...<br />
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Ran thru a couple cheapie off-brand drills before I went w/this one, & it was worth it. Also have a Makita hammer drill, an old 1992 Skil that's still cooking fine, & my Grandpap's old American Hardware with the metal housing that has to be 50-ish years old! I try to use it in every project just so 'Pap gets to be a part of it. Manny how do you like the cor…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295822010-03-31T05:49:00.424ZWalter_larshttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/Walterlars
Manny how do you like the cordless impact drivers over a regular style drill ?
Manny how do you like the cordless impact drivers over a regular style drill ? I have had them all. The best…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295812010-03-31T05:46:08.499ZDwayne Wardhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/DwayneWard
I have had them all. The best by far is a BOSCH 18v lithion compact
I have had them all. The best by far is a BOSCH 18v lithion compact Manny: Like most of the other…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295612010-03-31T04:27:42.679ZT Coreyhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/TerryCorey
Manny: Like most of the others I have an assortment of drills also. I used to sell and build Log Houses and Buildings. (Built 34 houses and a bunch of other buildings) Lately I have been leaning toward corded tools when I can get by with it. That said, I have several cordless Dewalt 18v 1/2" drills , but I have changed batteries about every two years and have rebuilt the clutches serveral times, but I still really like these drills. I also have had Makita, Bosch, and Ryobi and have been…
Manny: Like most of the others I have an assortment of drills also. I used to sell and build Log Houses and Buildings. (Built 34 houses and a bunch of other buildings) Lately I have been leaning toward corded tools when I can get by with it. That said, I have several cordless Dewalt 18v 1/2" drills , but I have changed batteries about every two years and have rebuilt the clutches serveral times, but I still really like these drills. I also have had Makita, Bosch, and Ryobi and have been satisfied with them also. About two years ago we were installing log siding, with screws, on a new build and I bought at HD some cordless 18v Ridgid 1/2" drills. They came with a charger, two batteries, and a lifetime warranty on all of it. My crews have beat these things to death and they are still going strong without one problem. I haven't had to try any warranty stuff on them yet, hopefully I won't have any problems with Ridgid when that time comes. I only paid $99.00 each for them. I recently bought a Hitachi which I really like. Now for my answer! All the drills I've had were good drills. I think most any one you get will serve you. The next ones I get will be with lithium ion batteries. Good Luck!! Just my two cents. T When I needed a cordless dril…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295512010-03-31T03:37:49.740ZLarry L.https://kregjig.ning.com/profile/LarryLBaker
When I needed a cordless drill to raise and lower my pop-up trailer I found there's lots of difference in cordless drils.<br />
I tried several only to find many lacking in power I went with sears craftsman 18 volt.<br />
then Last week I wanted a cordless saw Home depot had a "kit" with a saw and a drill both work great.
When I needed a cordless drill to raise and lower my pop-up trailer I found there's lots of difference in cordless drils.<br />
I tried several only to find many lacking in power I went with sears craftsman 18 volt.<br />
then Last week I wanted a cordless saw Home depot had a "kit" with a saw and a drill both work great. I have a Dewalt DC 759 bought…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295492010-03-31T03:24:07.276ZDJLhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/DJL
I have a Dewalt DC 759 bought it a few years ago 3 or 4 I think , can't even begin to count how may screws it has driven many many 3 to 4" screws , batteries DW9099 last a long time . it have served me well and would not hesitate to buy another. as a matter of fact I just bought the Dewalt impact driver DC 825 with XRP batteries and absolutely love it. DJL
I have a Dewalt DC 759 bought it a few years ago 3 or 4 I think , can't even begin to count how may screws it has driven many many 3 to 4" screws , batteries DW9099 last a long time . it have served me well and would not hesitate to buy another. as a matter of fact I just bought the Dewalt impact driver DC 825 with XRP batteries and absolutely love it. DJL Ive had the same DeWalt 14 v.…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-31:2900167:Comment:295362010-03-31T00:54:47.482Zmichael popehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/michaelpope
Ive had the same DeWalt 14 v. cordless for over 10 years now,originally bought it for use putting up 1000 linear feet of 8 ft tall board and batten fencing through a strand of woods,So I needed the cordless action..I even ran the charger off a ac/dc power converter in my truck...Being a professional woodworker and carpenter,I cannot tell you how many times the battery has been recharged..granted,its not as long lasting as it originally was,but I use it on an almost daily basis and rarely have…
Ive had the same DeWalt 14 v. cordless for over 10 years now,originally bought it for use putting up 1000 linear feet of 8 ft tall board and batten fencing through a strand of woods,So I needed the cordless action..I even ran the charger off a ac/dc power converter in my truck...Being a professional woodworker and carpenter,I cannot tell you how many times the battery has been recharged..granted,its not as long lasting as it originally was,but I use it on an almost daily basis and rarely have issues with battery life..So in my book,I know there are a few brands out there that hold their own against DeWalt..but i'm a DeWalt believer. I have a Dewalt. Only a 9.6v…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2010-03-30:2900167:Comment:295242010-03-30T23:16:57.819ZMichael Lovdahlhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KorasDad
I have a Dewalt. Only a 9.6v but it has performed flawlessly for a couple of years of hard use. Nice chuck and clutch which helps prevent breaking or stripping screws. Disclosure, I have 3 batteries that I can rotate as they wear down. I think this is a huge advantage, maybe bigger than whatever brand you buy.
I have a Dewalt. Only a 9.6v but it has performed flawlessly for a couple of years of hard use. Nice chuck and clutch which helps prevent breaking or stripping screws. Disclosure, I have 3 batteries that I can rotate as they wear down. I think this is a huge advantage, maybe bigger than whatever brand you buy.