I have been using the regular sockets and tools for over 10 years now but I figure with all the new cordless technology there are some nice cordless impact tools available...Can you guys recommend a nice kit to use?

 

I have been using the regular sockets and tools for over 10 years now but I figure with all the new cordless technology there are some nice cordless impact tools available...Can you guys recommend a nice kit to use?

 

What I mean by kit is a smaller ratchet type and bigger one like a hand drill

 

Milwaukee 1/2". Don't skimp buy the kit with 2 batteries and charger.

The batteries last for ever. But I've had a Dewalt with one and it's a pain to wait while it charges if you do fully drain it. And you'll end up spending 3x buying them later.

 

Ridgid. Lifetime warranty tool/batteries. Must buy kit that includes batteries for warranty. Extra batteries I believe only have 3-year

 

I like Hilti, so I'll stay out of this conversation

 

i recently got a DEWALT DCF887D2 20V MAX XR, havent used it yet but it got good reviews. added bonus, i originally ordered it from amazon, it showed delivered but wasnt there... three days later i had the replacement in my hand. fast forward 3 weeks, and the original one showed up so now i have 2!

 

I also bought mine on Amazon. If you have prime its a must.




The Milwaukee is a little better, but a little more expensive. I used a Dewalt before I bought my Milwaukee. My main issue was the Dewalt unit was too long. The Milwaukee was a little shorter and a little stronger. Comes in handy when doing suspension and engine tasks in those tight spaces. I couldn't count how many times the Dewalt got stuck or couldn't fit around the A arms when installing my coils.

 

thats what she said.

this one is actually smaller than my previous that (that someone decided they needed more than me), has the 3 impact speeds, and is brushless

 

I like snap on tool. I do have some. All were purchased at yard sales. If budget has no limit, I would buy this:https://store.snapon.com/CT8815A-Ser...e-P873583.aspx

Older impact cordless impacts tools from snap on are still going strong. I have a 3/8 older snap on that works like a charm.

 

Duplicate post!!!!

https://my350z.com/forum/g35-g37/618...endations.html

PLEASE do not post the same question in two sections!!! Will be merged.

Errrrfffff....

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Whatever brand you opt for, I'd suggest you look at the full line of tools by that brand as well; that is, anything that you may eventually add to your cordless tool chest. Simply because they'll all use the same battery so when you add to your cordless set up, you can buy just the tools later on without having the expense of additional batteries and chargers.

Oh, and on that note, don't be fooled with the "20v is better than 18v because, well, 20v is more voltage" argument. Do some reading on this. That's merely the difference in Nominal versus Max voltages, kind of like amplifier arguments, "peak wattage versus RMS wattages". A good 18v nominal system is just as powerful as a 20v Max system. It's all about how efficiently the tool uses the voltage. Read the specs carefully.

Let us know what you end up with.

I'm sure that our resident tool nut - you know who you are, uh, Zak - will weigh in here and tell me l'm full of it. Hahahahaha.

 

If you want a 1/2 air equivalent at a somewhat reasonable price these are your best choices.

DeWalt DCF899
Milwaukee 2763
Ingersoll Rand W7150
Makita XWT08Z

The larger impacts are not really meant for installation though just removal. Getting a second much smaller impact helps for smaller fasteners, tight places, and are more forgiving if you reinstall bolts with them.

DeWalt DCF894 or DCF880
Milwaukee 2755
Ingersoll Rand W5152 or W5150
Makita XWT11Z

There are cheaper option from all the brands including ridgid and ryobi but they are a bit more focused on woodworking/lag screw application and not automotive. Higher impacts per minute with lower peak torque from a smaller hammer.

I have the dewalt 899 and 880 and they are fine. I haven't tried the others but I am leaning towards replacing them with the IR versions as the 899 just hasn't ever felt well built.

To add to MicVelo comments on battery voltage all the tools are using 5 li-ion batteries in series with "max" voltage of 4V per cell (20V) and a nominal working voltage of 3.6V (18V) they are the exact same thing just depends on how much marketing **** was added.

 

This^

Milwaukee M18 100000%

I've tried dozens of half inch and even 3/4" pneumatic guns, this gun is stronger than all of them. Battery lasts forever too...

 

Yes I know I am not one to repost but I havent been on the forum in a while and I navigated wrong. I wanted to post in this forum instead of the g37 forum

 

Thanks for all the recommendations guys. Great info I know you guys work on your cars a lot so I appreciated the feedback. I have a 20V dewalt screwdriver compact size which has been awesome so far. I like the quality of the dewalt so I will probably go towards that one or the milwaukees you guys mentioned.

 

I use a 1/2 inch drive Craftsman Impact, love it.