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I have been researching Cordless Impact wrenches/guns. 1/2" models.

Primary interest is related to changing tires/wheels along with track or street brake pads after and before track or autocross days.

I was looking at the Sears 200 ft-lbs model $160.00 with Ni-Cad batteries and charger, as well as, the Dewalt and Milwaukee Tool models which are roughly in the +/- $300.00 category.

The Sears model offers variable speed, a separate switch for direction and it looks like enough power to take off a tight lug nut.

Maybe I am missing some considerations so I was hoping to get some feedback from those who use them.
 
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I have used Dewalt for years at work and swear by them. They are without a doubt heavier and bulkier but they also provide more working torque at higher rpms than most standard corded drills. I would avoid the Sears model. They are always built by the lowest bidder. There is very little I haven't done with my dewalt tools and I have never had a task that they couldn't manage with ease.
 
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J&R3xV10 said:
I have used Dewalt for years at work and swear by them. They are without a doubt heavier and bulkier but they also provide more working torque at higher rpms than most standard corded drills. I would avoid the Sears model. They are always built by the lowest bidder. There is very little I haven't done with my dewalt tools and I have never had a task that they couldn't manage with ease.
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I agree 100% I use my dewalt impact daily,, Took me almost 2 years of daily heavy use to wear our my 1st one..
 
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I use a Snapon costs a bit more but one batt. will
change 4 five lug wheels, one of the best tools
for road trips ever. It also will remove the engine
nut on a H.D. 180 lbs tq.:2tu:

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I have only used the Snapon. Have it in 1/2", 3/8" and 1/4". The smaller drives are invaluable for working around the shop and the 1/2" drive is perfect for track duty.

My experience with Dewalt has always been positive too. We use their drills and hammer drills at work.
 
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strap-on is over=rated these days as far as power tools,they are overpriced and not what they used to be.
 
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I don't like my Dewalt, no torque settings. Cannot set or adjust the torque for tightening! I realize that all important things should be torqued with a torque wrench, but the dewalt has no adjustment.
 
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Regarding torque settings. I am not aware that anyone currently offers them on the 1/2" impacts.

I was sorta hoping that the next generation impacts from dewalt might have this feature, as well as, as variable speed. Heck drill guns have had a rough torque setting on them for years.
 
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I only have the Snap ON 1/4" and 3/8" and they are worth every penny. Dewalt is also an excellent brand but Sears electrical tools **** and always have.
 
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Unless something has changed recently, B&D makes Dewalt and also Craftsman. Go ahead and spend more for that yellow and black color combo.
 
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bluesrt said:
strap-on is over=rated these days as far as power tools,they are overpriced and not what they used to be.
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I agree. I would recommend the Matco version. It has a lithium ion battery. There are many benefits to that. For one, the battery won't go dead if the tool sits for a couple of months. They also have tremendous lifespan between charges. The Matco is a torque monster. Good luck.:2tu:
 
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Jerome Sparich said:
Unless something has changed recently, B&D makes Dewalt and also Craftsman. Go ahead and spend more for that yellow and black color combo.
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Things have changed. Yes at one time Dewalt did make some of the craftsman tools but at a lower quality level. Black and Decker took over production for a few years but now they are made by a chinese knock off company.
 
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300ft tq, 18v DeWalt here. One of the best Viper purchases I ever made. I bought an extra deep well impact socket that hasn't come off the gun in 10 years.
 
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Depending on what you are after the Makita in this kit is rated in-lbs and not ft-lbs. Most lug nuts on cars need at least 80 ft-lbs of torque.


musclenutz said:
Check out the makita kit that includes impact wrench,hammer drill and flashlight with two lithium-ion batteries and charger for 275.and free shipping. Got great customer reviews.Ordered mine today.Here's the link.

FREE SHIPPING — Makita Cordless Tool Combo — 3-Pc. Set, 18 Volt Li-Ion, Model# LCT300W | Combination Power Tool Kits | Northern Tool + Equipment
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Chuck 98 RT/10 said:
300ft tq, 18v DeWalt here. One of the best Viper purchases I ever made. I bought an extra deep well impact socket that hasn't come off the gun in 10 years.
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Not like you would have this problem Chuck or other southern members....... but during our delightful winter season I had to unroll an air compressor line outside to the driveway to change a wheel on truck, it was well below freezing and within the first minute of using the impact gun the air inside the line condensed (warm air from the compressor?) and was clogged with ice... I was like ***? Attached a nozzle to the line and it was spitting ice like a sand blaster.. crap what do I do now... oh ya, dug in the bottom of the tool box for a breaker bar.... wound up the frozen air line... wow I must be getting lazy... :rolleyes: Gotta get me one of them Dewalts! :D
 
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musclenutz said:
Check out the makita kit that includes impact wrench,hammer drill and flashlight with two lithium-ion batteries and charger for 275.and free shipping. Got great customer reviews.Ordered mine today.Here's the link.

FREE SHIPPING — Makita Cordless Tool Combo — 3-Pc. Set, 18 Volt Li-Ion, Model# LCT300W | Combination Power Tool Kits | Northern Tool + Equipment
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I have this kit and it is great for smaller task and by far the best if you have to lug it around all day but not worth much when it comes to torque. it won't even break the head off a drywall screw. The dewalt can rip the head off a 1/4 bolt no sweat if you want to.
 
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2000_Black_RT10 said:
Not like you would have this problem Chuck or other southern members....... but during our delightful winter season I had to unroll an air compressor line outside to the driveway to change a wheel on truck, it was well below freezing and within the first minute of using the impact gun the air inside the line condensed (warm air from the compressor?) and was clogged with ice... I was like ***? Attached a nozzle to the line and it was spitting ice like a sand blaster.. crap what do I do now... oh ya, dug in the bottom of the tool box for a breaker bar.... wound up the frozen air line... wow I must be getting lazy... :rolleyes: Gotta get me one of them Dewalts! :D
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:hahaup::hahaup:

That *****! ;)
 
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2000_Black_RT10 said:
Not like you would have this problem Chuck or other southern members....... but during our delightful winter season I had to unroll an air compressor line outside to the driveway to change a wheel on truck, it was well below freezing and within the first minute of using the impact gun the air inside the line condensed (warm air from the compressor?) and was clogged with ice... I was like ***? Attached a nozzle to the line and it was spitting ice like a sand blaster.. crap what do I do now... oh ya, dug in the bottom of the tool box for a breaker bar.... wound up the frozen air line... wow I must be getting lazy... :rolleyes: Gotta get me one of them Dewalts! :D
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I remember those days. I grew up in northern Illinois. I remember putting a propane torch on my trunk lock to get to the spare. The dumb thing is that I was just a block from home and should've driven the car there and waited for spring.
 
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