Power Drills

[Killa250ex]

Hey My craftsman cordless drill feels like it about to take a chit so im in the market for a new one. Ive narrowed it down to pretty much A DeWalt or a Ridged. I do Heating and Cooling so i carry it around all day, so im pretty sure im gonna want a 12v. whats ur guy's experiences with drills and any recomendations??

I think im liking the DeWalt more tho...Ive used alot of dewalt stuff and it seems pretty good.

[Killa250ex]

Pretty Compact eh??

Price isnt too bad either...$129.99

[Pvt. Maggot]

DeWalt :)

[hardkoratvmxr]

dewalt

[400exmatt]

18 v is better

[Guy400]

I have to say, my Ryobi 18v gets the crap kicked out of it and it still runs like a champ after 2 years. The best part is I bought my drill in a kit with the charger and a jigsaw at less than half the price of a DeWalt drill by itself.

[Killa250ex]

Originally posted by 400exmatt
18 v is better

And also much heavier ;)

[Woodsrider]

Originally posted by 400exmatt
18 v is better
Not if your packin it around all day, every ounce counts.
For HVAC a 12 or 14 is plenty. Id say either Dewalt, Ridgid, or Porter-Cable. Now heres a thought to ponder, you already have a couple of batteries for your craftsman. So why not just buy another drill and have lots of batteries, and two chargers?

[JDiablo]

as my dad being a contractor,i get to play around with tools alot,he mostly has the dewalts they always kicked ***,but the one that suprised me was a couple years ago he bought a panasonic,that thing ripped the skin off your hands when you tighten a bit up in it,but I havent seen them around lately,so just go with the Dewalt

[LTandRaptorider]

Chicago Tool... j/k! :p

Guy brings up a good point. You already have a Craftsman. Were you happy with it? If so, get another one, and you have an extra battery from your old one. Although... If it's been around awhile and depending on your charging habits... the battery may have developed a "memory" and not fully charge anymore. Otherwise, DeWalt is an excellent choice. I too have a Ryobi 18 volt drill, but it hasn't seen a lot of use so I can't vouch for it's longevity if used every day.

[JOEX]

I use a Makita 12v that i've had for at least 6-7 years. Replaced one battery 4 years ago (it came with two) and it still runs great but I don't use it everyday. I do run the battery down all the way before recharging though.

[Killa250ex]

Originally posted by LTandRaptorider
Chicago Tool... j/k! :p

Guy brings up a good point. You already have a Craftsman. Were you happy with it? If so, get another one, and you have an extra battery from your old one. Although... If it's been around awhile and depending on your charging habits... the battery may have developed a "memory" and not fully charge anymore. Otherwise, DeWalt is an excellent choice. I too have a Ryobi 18 volt drill, but it hasn't seen a lot of use so I can't vouch for it's longevity if used every day.

Both batteries last MAYBE a half hour, and theres no such thing as a full charge with those any more :rolleyes:

[Woodsrider]

Originally posted by ShiftFMX
Both batteries last MAYBE a half hour, and theres no such thing as a full charge with those any more :rolleyes:

If the batteries are shot then get a new unit. Im having good luck with my three year old Ryobi, I only use it around the house:ermm: I have a craftsman 18v that I used at work for the last three and a half years and it still runs its arse off.
What ever you buy make sure its charger discharges prior to charging the battery.

Guy brings up a good point. You already have a Craftsman.
Sure give the credit to a MOD:rolleyes: Your such a suck up:p LOL j/p man;)

[LTandRaptorider]

Originally posted by Woodsrider
If the batteries are shot then get a new unit. Im having good luck with my three year old Ryobi, I only use it around the house:ermm: I have a craftsman 18v that I used at work for the last three and a half years and it still runs its arse off.
What ever you buy make sure its charger discharges prior to charging the battery.

Sure give the credit to a MOD:rolleyes: Your such a suck up:p LOL j/p man;)

Oops! I just re-read and realized I combined your post and Guy's! :o

Not that I can't be a suckup if the situation warrants it... :D

and I also just remembered... you pointed me in the right direction for getting my MAGENTA colored truck fixed! ;)

btw... check's in the mail... ;)

if you liked your craftsman drill, you'll love any other drill.. craftsman makes good hand tools, but their drills suck

I would reccomend a contractor grade makita.. you get 1/2inch chucks and 2.6Ma per hour nickel metal hydride batteries... which means they don't get weak as they run down, they stay strong and then just kinda go dead... Awesome drills.. the 14.4 puts out 404in lbs of torque.. unmatched in its class. the 18v XRP dewalt only does 450 and a way bigger heavier drill.

Dewalt is ok too.. if you want a real badass, get a snap on drill.. metal fully rebuildable transmissions, but again, heavy SOBS

oh yea, and NMH batteries do not retain memory like nickel Cadmium batteries do!!

[VIC]

I use an 18 Volt Ridgid X2 510 in lbs of torque. The thing kicks @$$, 30 minute dual port charger with built in fan that works with 12, 14 and 18 volt batteries and comes with a pretty good warranty. I'm sure their 12 and 14 volts are just as good.

[lil400exman]

All I have to say is Hitachi 18 volt drills are unmatched. I did duct hanging for awhile and these are the drills I would like to have. I also have a Hitachi drywall drill. They are the best in drills. ;) they also have great batteries and chargers.

[4trax250x81]

If its a Craftsman, cant you take it back and have them replace it?? Almost all their tools have some type of warranty if not a lifetime warranty. The Ridgid and DeWalt are pretty much the same, except the Ridgid is about twice as heavy. I'd go with an 18V too.

[trick450r]

my dad runs a carpentry company (not an acually carpenter anymore) but we have a ryobi 18v and its awsome...we also have a ryobi drill that plugs in and that thing is the most powerful drill i have every seen...it WILL break your arm if it binds up..its got a handle on the side and i was using it and it bound up and spun around and hit the handle on something and snapped it right out of the casing haha...

[02Yellow400]

If you want a real kick *** drill get the new milwalkee 28v. 630lbs of torque. Weighs just as much if not alittle lighter then the 18v's and that batters last twice is long. They are pricey at 400 but worth every single penny.

[Doibugu2]

Have you guys used an 18v for more than 10 minutes. I'll take a 12 or 14 volt. Because they are 1/2 the weight.

I have a 9.6v Makita that is pretty good for small stuff.

I love the panasonics though. There 15v is comparable to the power of an 18v but the weight of the lighter ones.

There 12v is also very nice.

I nice feature of the panasonics is that they will sit on there battery. I don't know if the 15v due, but I know the 12v used to.

[TM426]

I have two Makitas 14.4 and 12 volt. I had them for 5 years and they both work great but the batteries are going. You dont need this 18 or 24 volt crap. Go with a panasonic 12 volt. They are compact, with lots of power that lasts. Im a heating guy myself and compact is more important then power. All our install guys use a panasonic. Most switched from dewalt.

[TM426]

Originally posted by 4trax250x81
If its a Craftsman, cant you take it back and have them replace it?? Almost all their tools have some type of warranty if not a lifetime warranty. The Ridgid and DeWalt are pretty much the same, except the Ridgid is about twice as heavy. I'd go with an 18V too.

Craftsman only has lifetime warranty on their handtools. I think their powertools suck huge. I have had a couple cordless tools and buffer. THEY ALL SUCK BAD. Just my two cents though.

[trick250r]

i know they're a little more expensive but, being a matt kenseth fan, im gonna have to say DeWalt

[WOR1234]

this is what i prefer

http://www.dewalt.com//ProductImages/PC_Graphics/PHOTOS/DEWALT/TOOLS/LARGE/9/DC989KA_1.jpg

I have a 18 volt snap on, thing kicks ***, then a 18 volt makita, that thing about breaks your arm!

[bigbadbrad]

get the dewalt 12v xrp

[MOFO]

Here's the one I currently use. This thing has more than enough power to turn any screw or drill bit!

http://www.dewalt.com//ProductImages/PC_Graphics/PHOTOS/DEWALT/TOOLS/LARGE/9/DC987KA_1.jpg

[Killa250ex]

Thanks for all your guys' imput on this. And thanks to the guys that realize that I need a LIGHT drill, because i carry it around for 4 hours everyday! I'm thinkin im gonna get the Dewalt XRP 12v. Pretty good price and hopefully its light! Keep the comments comin guys, all great info appreaciated!

Originally posted by hardkoratvmxr
dewalt

[clutt225]

I had the dewalt 14.4 for 5yrs. Great drill.
I now have Millwakie 14.4 and 18 combo kit.
the 14 is great for every day but the 18 makes a great hamer drill
The company I work for has the dewalt 12xrp that will be my next drill for sure. Compact and light with all the power you ever need.
And hey I will still have my 18 for the big jobs.

[Killa250ex]

Well, guys I did it, I Got the DeWalt 12v XRP pro. It was 179.99 on the shelf, but it was a return so i asked the manager to knock the price down to 150.00! This suckers got sum torque!

The difference beween the standard 12v and the 12v XRP is the XRP has a 3rd gear spinning at 1,800rpm and its got a 1/2" metal ratcheting Chuck. And the extended life batteries.

...im in love!

[MOFO]

LOL... enjoy your new toy....oooops, I mean tool! :devil: