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  1. Its been a while since I last updated. The 2402 M12 FUEL Screwdriver has been a real dream to work with it has a 2-speed selector with drill or screw driver setting, again I use these for automotive. I've found the clutch settings (on this 0-18) use about 40% of the full torque output that the "drill" setting (325in-lbs) has. The gap between clutches is enough that every "2" its increased is noticeable. Like I said the screwdriver setting is clutched. The drill setting is not clutched, full reverse torque and full forward torque great for me to break loose up to 12mm bolts or 1/2inch. I use the screwdriver setting to fasten, If it needs to be tightened more I'll either force it by hand tighter, or use the drill setting but that could break somebody's wrist if you lay on the trigger. Have gone through 1 and 1/2 charge on a 3.0ah battery since I got it 9 days ago. It is my most used tool of the M12's that I have. Very versatile. Have used twice at home to tighten up kitchen chairs and table, as well as re-hang a kitchen cabinet, worked great. The 2454 M12 FUEL 3/8" impact wrench is definitely a reputable addition to my quiver, its smaller and had more power than any 3/8" 12 volt I've ever used. It has 2 drive-mode selector, This was huge for me because the brushless motor can limit torque out put, like with the M18 FUEL impact mode 1 is 1200max rpm worth 30ft/lbs max, mode 2 is 2650max rpm worth 117ft/lbs max. Can get into those tight spaces on vehicles, with great LED coverage. Easily removes lugnuts torqued to 80-90ft/lbs, torque output is better when used without an 6"extension. Have used just over 1/2 of a charge on a 3ah battery since 9 days ago. The 2457 3/8" cordless ratchet is great, no air line!! steel frame lets me use it manually for half a turn to break loose or tighten further if bolts are in tighter than 35ft/lb max. Great LED coverage, is a huge time saver compared running bolts in with a manual ratchet when space is of the essence. Otherwise I would have used one of the other two M12's. This mainly runs tight quarters, doing mostly light duty stuff. Have only used 3/4 charge of 1.5ah battery. I will, as soon a spring hits here do a GoPro video at the junk yard to test all the tools in real-life tests on autos to give viewers and me a really good idea of capabilities. More updates to come.
  2. My first impressions are overall good, LED 30second delay activated by single trigger tap is nice, the LED is also angled more towards the work area (i.e. the drill bit) I didnt realize how big the 2402-20 screwdriver is, I mean shit its another inch longer than the impact wrench. I'm kinda pissed about that but what can you do. Will bring impact wrench, screwdriver, and ratchet to work next week to test.
  3. So here we go, the first of the deliveries I have are coming tonight. 2454-20 M12 FUEL 2 speed 3/8dr impact wrench 2402-20 M12 FUEL clutched 2 speed hex bit screwdriver to add to my 2457-20 M12 3/8 dr. ratchet 2653-20 M18 Fuel 1/4in impact driver Here are the out of the box photos, M18 Fuel side-by-sides, and LED light backsplash patterns http://s1077.beta.photobucket.com/user/profiction/library/Milwaukee%20forum%20photos
  4. That would be a good gig, you get to test, break, and work tools hard. Sounds fun.
  5. With most things for us, games, phones, and tools being released here are always slightly behind the U.S.
  6. Bought them from the big Canadian online retailer of Milwaukee, I contacted Milwaukee rep in Ontario and he told me end of March is expected delivery here. I hope I don't have to wait that long.
  7. For example, when I'm using this for work, I fasten into plastic and metal on automobiles where over torquing would be bad a bad thing. When I install say a tonneau cover onto a truck bed with several bolts nuts. I would be able to accurately torque the each of the small screws with mode 1 to the same spec, and all bolts with mode 2. Impacts and rotations of 1600in/lbs can be slowed to roughly 40% on mode 1, and 65-70% on mode 2 giving the user more accuracy.
  8. For example, when I'm using this for work, I fasten into plastic and metal on automobiles where over torquing would be bad a bad thing. When I install say a tonneau cover onto a truck bed with several bolts nuts. I would be able to accurately torque the each of the small screws with mode 1 to the same spec, and all bolts with mode 2. Impacts and rotations of 1600in/lbs can be slowed to roughly 40% on mode 1, and 65-70% on mode 2 giving the user more accuracy.
  9. "Most DeWalt power tools are now assembled in Mexico, China, or Taiwan from components manufactured in Mexico, China, Taiwan, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Korea, Japan, Thailand, or the USA." Its the same with everybody. http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Where_are_Dewalt_tools_manufactured
  10. Will review M12 fuel 3/8 impact when I receive it. For the Milwaukee 2653-22 M18 FUEL impact driver I find (having not used the Makita) That the mode selectors really take the guess work out of driving fastners, mode 1 not enough with full trigger pull? use mode 2. Perfect! That way you dont have to guess with a variable trigger. For a mechanic I need precise or near precise torque specs with my tools, without this one screw could be at say 40ft/lbs the other one 70ft/lbs and you wouldnt be able to tell the difference.
  11. Ohhh yeah and I would like to see a 1/2square to 1/4hex adapter be used with a impact driver until they break. Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita.
  12. I would like to see various cordless impact wrenches up against metal, with nuts and bolts. Not bolts and wood. While checking torque specs. Talk to a local mechanic let him think up a test i would be interested in seeing that.
  13. Hi all new to the forum, just thought I'd start to get my two cents in on Milwaukee. Recently purchased multiple FUEL products awaiting delivery will write full review. M18 2653-22 M18 FUEL impact driver 2603-20 M18 FUEL drill 2655-22 M18 FUEL 1/2 impact wrench 2663-20 M18 High Torque impact wrench M12 2454-20 M12 FUEL 2 speed 3/8* impact wrench 2402-20 M12 FUEL 2 speed screwdriver 2403-22 M12 FUEL drill/driver 2.0/4.0 2457-20 M12 cordless 3/8* ratchet All tools purchased for work on a tool binge month. I've only received the 2653-22 so far as the others are bundled together in pre-order purchases. I have built a ski and boot rack of ply-wood and 2x4's since then, Initial thoughts are the LED helps alot, FUEL's "mode" selector is amazing which is kinda what sold me on the other M18 impact wrench 2655-22 as you can precisely gauge the power your putting to the fastener. I also really was drawn to the extended run-time of Brushless and 2.0/4.0 batteries. Thats it for now should have everything shipped to my door by Mid-March.
  14. Milwaukee Fuel on the mind

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