Nail Gun Combo Recommendations - Kreg Owners' Community2024-03-28T21:40:42Zhttps://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/nail-gun-combo-recommendations?feed=yes&xn_auth=noI would stay away from tool s…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-17:2900167:Comment:4900452012-10-17T16:21:33.543ZMatt Dunninghttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/MattDunning
<p>I would stay away from tool shop air nailers. I made that mistake and bought a cheap kit for 60 from Menards. The pin will leave an indentation in your work piece. I tried turning down the pressure and it did not help. I have since purchased the PC 18 gauge and 23 gauge combo from woodcraft and have been very happy with the results. </p>
<p>I purchased the Menards brand 16 gauge finish nailer and used it to install new strand bamboo floors and trim in my new house and I have very good…</p>
<p>I would stay away from tool shop air nailers. I made that mistake and bought a cheap kit for 60 from Menards. The pin will leave an indentation in your work piece. I tried turning down the pressure and it did not help. I have since purchased the PC 18 gauge and 23 gauge combo from woodcraft and have been very happy with the results. </p>
<p>I purchased the Menards brand 16 gauge finish nailer and used it to install new strand bamboo floors and trim in my new house and I have very good success. Only complaint is that I had a few nails that double fed and caused the gun to miss fire. I noticed the problem when I used the PC 16 gauge nails. I am not sure if it was the gun or a bad batch of nails. </p>
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<p>Good luck.</p> Good reference Ken, thankstag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-17:2900167:Comment:4902812012-10-17T04:04:06.508ZJohn Schabenhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JohnSchaben
<p>Good reference Ken, thanks</p>
<p>Good reference Ken, thanks</p> FYI
http://www.northerntool.c…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-17:2900167:Comment:4902032012-10-17T02:35:55.238ZKen Dargahttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KenDarga
<p>FYI</p>
<p><a href="http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/buyers-guides_air-compressors">http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/buyers-guides_air-compressors</a></p>
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<p>FYI</p>
<p><a href="http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/buyers-guides_air-compressors">http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/buyers-guides_air-compressors</a></p>
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I really don't encourage…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4897712012-10-14T17:47:42.359ZJohn Schabenhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/JohnSchaben
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<p>I really don't encourage shopping for an air compressor based on HP nor tank size. Neither metric gives a definitive idea of the units capabilities. One can make assumptions based on tank size or horsepower but when it comes down to it, <a href="mailto:CFM@PSI">CFM@PSI</a> are the important numbers. <br></br><br></br><cite>Ken Darga said:…</cite></p>
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<p>I really don't encourage shopping for an air compressor based on HP nor tank size. Neither metric gives a definitive idea of the units capabilities. One can make assumptions based on tank size or horsepower but when it comes down to it, <a href="mailto:CFM@PSI">CFM@PSI</a> are the important numbers. <br/><br/><cite>Ken Darga said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/nail-gun-combo-recommendations?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A489767&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment489387"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p><strong>Buying a Compressor</strong> <br/>When you decide on a nailer, check the manufacturer's recommendation for minimum compressor sizing. A 2-hp motor and a 4- or 6-gallon tank will keep pace with fastening tools. If you buy a larger compressor, you'll get a bigger motor and a larger storage tank. Bigger also means heavier, so be sure to test-lift it before buying.</p>
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<p>By the best you can afford.</p>
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</blockquote> good points kentag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4897672012-10-14T17:10:16.216ZMikehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/Mike455
<p>good points ken</p>
<p>good points ken</p> Mike,
Is the ''tool shop'' br…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4895972012-10-14T17:08:04.912ZKen Dargahttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KenDarga
<p>Mike,</p>
<p>Is the ''tool shop'' brand serviceable?</p>
<p>Can you get service parts?</p>
<p>Check with the seller.</p>
<p>For the occasional user or home-owner, it may be acceptable.</p>
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<p>Some ‘’house brand’’ products are changed every year or two---</p>
<p>By the time the warranty expires, you can’t get service nor parts.</p>
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<p>Mike,</p>
<p>Is the ''tool shop'' brand serviceable?</p>
<p>Can you get service parts?</p>
<p>Check with the seller.</p>
<p>For the occasional user or home-owner, it may be acceptable.</p>
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<p>Some ‘’house brand’’ products are changed every year or two---</p>
<p>By the time the warranty expires, you can’t get service nor parts.</p>
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<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/nail-gun-combo-recommendations?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A489460&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment489460"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>anyone ever use the tool shop brand brad nailer stapler combo that menards has on sales right now for 60 with the compressor?</p>
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</blockquote> anyone ever use the tool shop…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4894602012-10-14T16:24:59.300ZMikehttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/Mike455
<p>anyone ever use the tool shop brand brad nailer stapler combo that menards has on sales right now for 60 with the compressor?</p>
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<p>anyone ever use the tool shop brand brad nailer stapler combo that menards has on sales right now for 60 with the compressor?</p>
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It may not ''make all t…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4894542012-10-14T14:15:33.791ZKen Dargahttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/KenDarga
<p>Nick,</p>
<p>It may not ''make all things right in the world''...</p>
<p>but, it'll sure help.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>NickM said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/nail-gun-combo-recommendations?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A489591&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment489591"><div><div class="xg_user_generated">Gentlemen,<br></br> <br></br> >>>.... make all things right in the world. LOL.<<<<br></br> <br></br> God Bless you all,…<br></br> <br></br></div>
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<p>Nick,</p>
<p>It may not ''make all things right in the world''...</p>
<p>but, it'll sure help.<br/> <br/> <cite>NickM said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://kregjig.ning.com/forum/topics/nail-gun-combo-recommendations?commentId=2900167%3AComment%3A489591&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2900167Comment489591"><div><div class="xg_user_generated">Gentlemen,<br/> <br/> >>>.... make all things right in the world. LOL.<<<<br/> <br/> God Bless you all,<br/> <br/> -Nick</div>
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</blockquote> Gentlemen,
Thanks for sharin…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4895912012-10-14T13:34:25.195ZNickMhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/NickMarchione
Gentlemen,<br />
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Thanks for sharing your knowlwdge and expereince. I've got homework to do now and some convincing of my wife that this purchase will make all things right in the world. LOL.<br />
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God Bless you all,<br />
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Gentlemen,<br />
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Thanks for sharing your knowlwdge and expereince. I've got homework to do now and some convincing of my wife that this purchase will make all things right in the world. LOL.<br />
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God Bless you all,<br />
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-Nick I originally bought a Porter…tag:kregjig.ning.com,2012-10-14:2900167:Comment:4894292012-10-14T02:20:42.572ZTim Romanhttps://kregjig.ning.com/profile/TimRoman
<p>I originally bought a Porter Cable set that included the compressor along with 3 nailers - 16-gauge, 18-guage, and one for staples. I've been very happy with the set and it's been reliable. I recently purchased (from Woodcraft) a Freeman combo that includes an 18-gauge brad nailer and a 23-gauge pin nailer. You really can't beat the 23-gauge for doing small detail work.</p>
<p>I originally bought a Porter Cable set that included the compressor along with 3 nailers - 16-gauge, 18-guage, and one for staples. I've been very happy with the set and it's been reliable. I recently purchased (from Woodcraft) a Freeman combo that includes an 18-gauge brad nailer and a 23-gauge pin nailer. You really can't beat the 23-gauge for doing small detail work.</p>