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  1. Thanks for the advise I will research all those options. The only thing is, I wanted to be able to continue to use the XRP batteries. but I know, buying another 18v NiCad drill may not be wise. Do I make the break for L-ion now? more or less abandon the NiCad, even though I still have older tools inthat family? I am convinced the $99 Lowe's special wouldn't be a good fit.
  2. OK so I found my way to this forum after searching the web for info on new DeWalt 18v drills. I hope some of you out there will be willing to offer advice and shed some light on what has become a confusing and time-consuming search. I have an older 18v NiCad DW997, has to be 10 yrs old. I am just a homeowner/weekend guy, but I put this through the wringer. It's done it all, like driving 3" deck screws through cedar dock planks and self-tappers through galvanized frames. But it's showing it's age, and I'd like to replace it. I guess I was surprised to learn that lots of the DeWalt products don't have all metal gears, for starters. The $100 deals at Lowes may sound god for the price, but will they stand up? i want another drill to last another 10+ years like this one. I'd really like to stick with DeWalt - IF the quality is what it once was. I have some other 18v tools and XRP batteries. L-ion is appealing, but the cost is high - unless you buy off-brand which I don't want. Heck, even some name brands stink now as I understand. I also want 1/2" chuck. Anyone have any recommendations to replace that DW997? I would really appreciate feedback. There seem to be so many models, I don't recall it being so complicated in the past. Also I know the 18v L-ions "fit" the older drills, but I've heard (and seen) how the case mold idfferences make it clumsy and awkward swap. Thanks in advance for any words.
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