To be honest I bought an electric porter cable impact wrench and it does the job needed without any problems. I know it;s not battery powered but it works great. Most of all my other tools are battery driven so it's not a big deal to me to pull out the cord when the impact is needed.
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This is pricey but I love it to death. One of my most favorite tools right now.
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JPVortex
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Thanks for the input guys, I actually found this mid torque one for pretty cheap, free battery with purchase too.
I'm just concerned for some stubborn stuff it wont quite hold up but I may try it and return it if it doesnt suffice.
I'm just concerned for some stubborn stuff it wont quite hold up but I may try it and return it if it doesnt suffice.
Tonyv__
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I also swear by Milwaukee. But the addiction is real lol.
I have probably 15 new batteries in the past 2 years.. and doubles of most of my tools.
I have probably 15 new batteries in the past 2 years.. and doubles of most of my tools.
pwtr02ss
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I have the Milwaukee line up. Low torque stubby (wouldn't recommend), mid torque (love it, use it all the time. Has done everything I need), and the high torque (it's a beast and I've only used it once). All of these are the m18. I've recommended that mid torque to everyone. It's small, light, and has plenty of ass to bust lug nuts loose.
Other guys on here have had good luck with the rigid tools and from what I hear, they have a lifetime warranty on batteries. I chose Milwaukee because my friend has a ton of them and uses them everyday in a body shop. If they hold up for him, they will be great for me.
Other guys on here have had good luck with the rigid tools and from what I hear, they have a lifetime warranty on batteries. I chose Milwaukee because my friend has a ton of them and uses them everyday in a body shop. If they hold up for him, they will be great for me.
gooffeyguy
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I went with the Ridgid brushless line of tools mostly for the lifetime battery warranty. All except the big 1/2" impact are the compact line.
My Ridgid Octane impact wrench isn't their largest and only rated at 485ft forward and 620ft reverse, and I've never had a problem removing anything. I've actually hurt my wrist when using it and not having a good grip on it. I can't imagine what one of those ones rated at 1000ft or 1400ft would do
My Ridgid Octane impact wrench isn't their largest and only rated at 485ft forward and 620ft reverse, and I've never had a problem removing anything. I've actually hurt my wrist when using it and not having a good grip on it. I can't imagine what one of those ones rated at 1000ft or 1400ft would do
Sam Harris
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Looks like the newer model is actually cheaper too!
ETA: nvm, that’s without the battery or bag..
Isn't the Hercules brand sold at Harbor Freight?
Moved this to the Garage forum for you.
bill1013
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Also, you want to keep it clean and take care of it when not in use. You take care of it and it will take care of you. In conclusion, you get what you pay for.
