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  1. Makita 10” 36v or FlexVolt 12”

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    On 21/02/2018 at 10:15 PM, ChrisK said:

    @marsh942 Steven....you planning on using it as a shop tool? As far as I can tell, the Makita closely mimics my Kapex in footprint and a lot of common designs. That’s great for butting the machine up against a wall and saving floor space, trenching, dust collection etc.... The Dewalt on the other hand comes with a power cord. In the event the batteries are being used elsewhere or run out of charge. Dewalt machine is based on their own tried and true designs. I don’t think you could go wrong with either one. I was really tempted to by the Makita as a second miter.....because you know....I NEED A SECOND MITER SAW.....at least that’s what I tell myself. I totally get the brand loyalty, especially when it comes to battery compatibilty. I will say I run Dewalt and Makita cordless tools in my shop alongside my mostly Festool cordless tools and the whole Flexvolt whining crap about the 20v batteries not running the 60v tools is garbage. They don’t but being able to slap a 60v on my framing nailer makes my outdoor projects go a lot smoother. And my 5.0s run my cordless finish nailer and impact gun for plenty of time. Right now my Makita lineup is shrinking, I love my Makita tools but my selection has gotten down to a cordless chainsaw, sander, recip, impact and grinder. All useful to me. My Dewalt tools lineup has slowly been increased to include a couple of cordless nailers, impact, hammer drill, OPE, grinder and the circular saw. All useful to me.

     

    Then I’ve felt a M12 hoodie, and even some Bosch 12v stuff, a vacuum, two flashlights and two jackets, one for my Wife and the other for me.

     

    My charging station still has a bunch of different chargers. Drives me nuts but alas, each manufacturer offers great tools. Heck I’m thinking about buying that Ryobi 18v pump. Thing works on two power sources and I can drain my pool cover.

     

    It wouldn’t be in a shop environment. Would be inside a spacious factory and potentially inside new build homes. Dust collection being good is obviously better but not critical, the same can be said for the footprint of the saw. It would be stored in a medium sized van overnight so space may be a factor as well. 

     

    THe FlexVolt saw’s price jumps by $450 this Sunday back up to $1600 so my time is running out to make a decision!! 😂😂

  2. Makita 10” 36v or FlexVolt 12”

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    Guys! 

    Im currently heavily invested in the Makita lineup (20+ tools, 12+ batteries) and am looking to get a larger mitre saw, I already have the DLS714 2x18v single bevel Makita. 

    The new Makita 2x18v front facing rail saw is selling for $1050 Aud (skin only with Bluetooth) and the Bluetooth Vac is $550 skin only. The FlexVolt 12” mitre is on special at the moment, $1150 for the saw, 2x2.0ah 54v batteries, fast charger, AC adaptor and a free stand + 1x54v 2.0ah battery via redemption. 

    The capacities of both saws would be more than sufficient for what I’d be using them for. The dust extraction would be better with the Makita which is pretty important to me but not absolutely critical. I realise the FlexVolt is WAY better value but it means new batteries, new charger for only one tool but is it a good starting point to then be invested in FlexVolt equipment incase they bring out something revolutionary again? Or do you stay brand loyal? 

    Thoughts and opinions welcome! 

  4. Show me your Makita collection!

    in Makita

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    On 06/04/2017 at 2:10 PM, marsh942 said:

    Old topic but a little update! 

    20 skins and 13 batteries, also just pre-ordered my little 18v Brushless router/trimmer!

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    Added these two little beauts to the collection! The vacuum is outstanding, got a great little LED on the front! Haven't had a chance to use the track saw - paid $979 AUD for it - that includes 1400mm track, 2x5.0ah batteries and a double charger! Bargain! Actually sold my TSC55 this week knowing I could get the Makita! 

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  7. New Sander

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    5 hours ago, khariV said:

    Looks like a new battery format.  Maybe other tools will start to be released with this format too as it's rolled out across their product line.

     

    I can't help but think if these sanders were red/yellow/teal or anything apart from the green and black there would be an outcry!!

    having to buy new batteries and tools that won't accept old batteries is why people got upset over FlexVolt!! Oh but it's Festool so its ok....

  10. Track Saws

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    The TSC55 will collect around 90% just with the bag attached from my experience so it's decent in that regard. The new 18v x2 Makita has Bluetooth to connect to a Bluetooth vacuum so when the trigger is pulled on the Saw it switches on the vac (as far as I know). No need to plug the vac into the wall or the tool into the vac - perfection! 

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  11. Makita soft impact

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    Would love one as well, especially now after using the surge recently! It's tremendous! But with the DTS141 being a few years old and Makita STILL charging $579 Australian dollars for skin only im a little put off! I could buy a surge, charger and batter for that price! 

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  12. What will Makita come out with next?

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    1 hour ago, Tool Lover 69 said:

    I had a play with all the tools below at a recent Makita trade expo... so here is what I can remember...

    Some of the tools on display were apparently the only ones in the world and were just prototypes.

    All of the below items are battery tools.

    • 165mm 18v mitre saw
    • 10" 18v x2 sliding mitre saw with bluetooth, huge dust extraction port (x2) which will turn on your bluetooth dust extractor vac when you pull the trigger on the saw.
    • Trim router, they gave 2 away, unfortunately I didn't get one, but was informed a shop up the road from me is going to get the first shipment of these in NZ so I am happy.
    • 18v x2 plungesaw very nice, also with bluetooth for the vac
    • (not sure how new this one is) Rebar blush cutter for cutting reinforcing flush with concrete, kinda looks like a cross between an angle grinder and a biscuit cutter.
    • x2 rear handled circ saw that most of you have already seen by now.
    • 12v fan
    • 12v laser level with adapter for 18v (quite cool)
    • 2 new 12v jigsaws
    • 12v carpet/vinyl shears (much quicker with a knife than this this thing)
    • Wheelbarrow!!! Can you believe it

    That is all I can remember at the moment. Will add more if things pop into my head, and add more detail on some of the above.

     

    Did they have a fully functioning cordless Bluetooth vac? Do you know the model number? 

    Was the 10" saw double bevel? Always 18v x2 or operate on 1 battery as well? How about the plunge saw? Always 2 batteries? Based on the SP6000J?

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  13. More new One+ toys from Ryobi

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    Full-Size Brushless 7/4" Circular Saw spotted at Bunnings (Australia) today! Have a look at this! $279 (AUD) skin only is rather steep for Ryobi I reckon, the DHS680 is $296 skin only and the FlexVolt is $349. $199 for 2x5.0ah batteries and $100 for a charger you're getting close to $600 for a ryobi tool, I've seen the FlexVolt on special at that price here! 

     

     

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  14. What will Makita come out with next?

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    20 hours ago, kornomaniac said:

    Can confirm  that the upcoming cordless mitre saw is a 10inch version :)

     

    14 hours ago, kornomaniac said:

    Sorry ! Had a new look at the picture of the upcoming plunge saw today and it's most definitely a X2 model. So 2 batteries :)

     

    Any rough release date? I'd be very keen on both! Excited to see the rail design on the 10" slider!

  17. What will Makita come out with next?

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    52 minutes ago, kornomaniac said:

    X2  10 inch mitre saw confirmed. And I believe it works like the kapex. The bars stay still and the head moves over the bar.

     

    So it won't stick out in the back

     

     

    Cordless 10 and 12 inch versions of these mitre saws also coming btw :)

     

    I thought I had just made my up my mind on the 12" FlexVolt - apparently not! Do you have any kind of date for this?! 

  19. FlexVolt 12" or Kapex 120?

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    Guys! I'm looking at a larger SCMS to compliment my little 7 1/2" Makita 2x18V! 

    Here in Australia the Kapex commands a $1975 price tag or $2795 if you include the stand - the DHS780 (when it releases later this month) will be $1650 and that includes the corded adaptor, 2 54v 2.0ah batteries and a charger. Which would you reckon would be the best investment? I am a carpenter + joiner by trade, have recently started working doing cabinet making in a factory and do bits + pieces at weekends when I can (decking/fences) and am

    Potentially looking to start custom furniture if I can ( as a hobby at first and see where it goes). To me the kapex is the king of mitre saws BUT the design is a little old and so is the motor, blades are expensive and the warranty isn't that long here. The FlexVolt stuff has had mixed reviews in general but the 12" mitre seems to be excellent? Downsides are that it is pretty heavy for transportations sake and the dust collection looks pretty poor! I'd love to get myself the Rotex 150, CT26 extractor, Domino XL and potentially the HKC55 but to add that all up on top of a Kapex would be around $9k AUD! Would love some input! 

  22. Cordless 254mm 10" double battery brushless mitre

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    11 hours ago, Rammstein2609 said:

    Just got this saw and it's fantastic!  The mechanism is so smooth and capacity is pretty decent too.  I've been running it off a pair of 4.0ah batteries but I've got 2x6.0ah batteries on the way.

     

    I've played with the Milwaukee FUEL mitre saw and I must say the AEG beats it.  Maybe a bit controversial but the Milwaukee sometimes feels like it struggles and the rail system they use does allow lateral twisting whereas the AEG is solid.

     

    The one thing I wish AEG would add is the LED shadow line system instead of the laser as the laser will get knocked around while the saw is in my van.  I've got a job for the saw tomorrow so will post some photos and video of it in action.

     

    Martin

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    Keen to see the video and how it goes! Looks like a decent unit and good value! Running on one battery or 2 is good! 

     

    Im sure it has an LED Light for a sight line indicator, from having a look at my local Bunnings I'm sure it's just a button on the top or on the side? It's listed on the Bunnings website as having one. 

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