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I also work in the automotive world and milwaukees got great tools in that category. I have the m12 3/8 fuel wrench 3/8 ratchet and my beast the 2763 1/2 fuel impact wrench that makes me smile every time u use her

Does the m12 3/8 impact have enough torque? seems low compared to the m18 impact driver. but i guess it depends on what you use it for.

 

I used a friends dewalt 20v brushed impact driver today. I think that model has like 117 ft lbs of torque. used it to take caliper bolts out. work pretty good. I am sure the fuel version would be better.

 

Hello there! You made the right choice going with Milwaukee in my opinion.

I understand that price often reflects which tool that we are going to buy. But in my decision, I was looking at not only power, but the long term. See the thing you got to keep in mind is that brushless tools are not only more powerful and durable, but they last longer on a charge with their batteries due to their brushless design.

Milwaukee makes both M12 and M18 version of a drill and impact driver kit. IF you are going to spend 200 dollars, it makes sense to spend a little more to get something that you won't be dissapointed with. Cause to be honest, I think you are going to be dissapointed with brushed models, especially with only 1.5AH batteries!

What you want is brushless with 4.0AH batteries. Now I agree you probably don't need a hammer drill, that is what the impact driver is for. But there is a version of my drill that doesn't have the hammer, I don't know the model off the top of my head, but I know that they make it. Again, how much power do you need exactly, would the M12 be an option for you by chance? An M12 brushless fuel will outperform your old M18 brushed drill.

if i get the 1/2 drive fuel impact yes the 4.0 batteries would be best but for basic drilling in my application i think its a waste and just makes the tool heavier and bulkier. the 1.5-2.0 would be fine as thats what i have now. the impact driver the 3.0 i think would be good.

 

I do not see how a m12 fuel drill would be better then a m18 brushed drill. the specs do not add up at all. sure the brushless motor will last longer but i doubt the battery would on a single charge. maybe i am wrong.

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Once I get the impact driver the drill will not be used that much. Mostly lighter drilling and on small screws. My current 18v brushed do these tasks perfectly fine. I think I am more pressed on the impact driver to get a brushless fuel model.. One of the guys at work has the dewalt 20v impact brushed. Gonna try that and see how it does.

Maybe keep the Hitachi for a few more.. Get the fuel impact and later get the better drill.

The coupon is good till Saturday

They also have the 3.0 batteries for $69.

[Question on Milwaukee purchase]

First off this is going to be for automotive work day in and out.

Currently I have a Hitachi 18v drill setup (1.5 ah) battery) I have had for over 8 years. the batteries are starting to get tired and the drill setting will not stay locked on. got it at lowes for like $130. worth every penny.

I would like to get a drill and impact driver kit. more tools later down the road. ( 3/8 and 1/2 impacts)

I think I have settled on getting the Milwaukee line over the dewalt or makita. 

So I have read that the way to go is the Fuel line-up. but Milwaukee does not make a kit with a non-hammer drill. ( no reason for hammer drill and adds weight and cost)

How necc is it to go brushless now. current set up is brushed and it lasts over a week with everyday use.

Been thinking of getting the brushed compact kit that runs $199 (2691-22) 1.5 ah battery

But just watched a review of the brushless fuel impact driver and all i can is freakin WOW. driving that 5 in lag was awesome. now i want that. plus the 3 speeds would be very useful to me.

 

I do have a 20% off coupon I can use at a local store to get it ( up to $50 off)

 

Ugh Choices to be made.

 

Just a brushless (non-fuel)drill kit is $200 and a bare fuel impact driver is $129

 

Price is an object too.