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  3. What tools did you buy today?

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    On 05/01/2018 at 1:47 AM, overanalyze said:

    It has been awhile since I have really bought any new tools. I have wanted to change from my old bucket organzier for my electric tools to something new. Decided to try a Klein backpack. So far so good...time will tell how clean and organized I keep it...lo! e24181050a47a246444a197a838c0bf7.jpgabc542f81c4db16ecbb57b46064f4529.jpg

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    I recently picked up a Magma backpack, pleased with the quality so far. You do have to be disciplined with keeping it clutter free and organised, but definitely prefer a backpack for negotiating doors whilst carrying a drill case. 

     

    Is the Klein well made? I'd expect it to be top grade! 

  5. What tools did you buy today?

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    10 hours ago, Kato said:

     

     

    I was just out in the garage with the angle grinder and a cutoff wheel, tried as I could to make it quit, bog down, etc., it didn't make a peep. It cut through with no problem. New 4Ah battery, somewhat new cutoff wheel...angle grinder buzzed through with no issues.

     

     

    I'm curious about a characteristic of mine, since it's my first brushless tool I haven't got a clue about this...is it supposed to kinda "ratchet" when you spin the wheel by hand?

     

    Yeah, that's normal. It's the magnets repelling against the coils in the motor, all normal. 

  6. What tools did you buy today?

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    1 hour ago, Biggie said:

    That's a bummer for a new toy.

     

    After watching workshop addicts video on the new ryobi brushless tools it was kind of disappointing.  The grinder, recip, and circular saws all seemed to cut out even when not pushed very hard.  I know they're more of a homeowner/diy grade of tool, maybe they'll perform better when/if they come out with their larger batteries.

     

    Agreed, not trade-grade, but shouldn't falter on cutting a bit of mild steel. The trouble with brushless is the electronics need to be over-engineered, just "making the grade" ain't enough. 

     

    Flexvolt 414; I'm coming for you! 

  8. What tools did you buy today?

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    17 hours ago, Tug said:

    My new brushless grinder, I'll be cutting stuff tomorrow, fo sho!

     

    Cheers to one and all! 

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    This seems to have died rather quickly, it lasted approximately six to ten minutes. I'll update when I've got new info. 

     

    (Yes, I did try a different battery.)

  10. What tools did you buy today?

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    Just now, Kato said:

    Just got one myself, fantastic tool.

     

    The temptation to keep hitting the trigger was too great, but after firing it up half a dozen times the wheel fell off. I'm putting this down to user error, I'll keep a close eye on the tool-less wheel attachment in future. Maybe I didn't tighten it up enough? 

  14. What are your 2018 Tool Plans?

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    10 hours ago, cliu said:

    I am not planning to do anything to extreme so I'll see. I had the earlier rotary hammer and it worked fine. I once used it to drill about 20 1/4" holes 6" deep and it performed flawlessly. Personally I would prefer something a little beefier i.e. the Dewalt or Milwaukee D handle one, but that is not an option for me.

     

    Small fixing holes it'll cope with, but not much else. 

  15. Power tools: carry bags vs hard cases

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    9 hours ago, Jronman said:

    just get the tstak cart?

     

    Nah, most of my work involves stairs and multiple doors to negotiate, so I try to travel as light as possible. 

     

    9 hours ago, FlaveNico said:

    A Butler to Carry and then hand them to me would be ideal :))))


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    This! 

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  17. What are your 2018 Tool Plans?

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    10 hours ago, cliu said:

    I cannot afford to get into any platforms other than the one I am currently in which is Ryobi. I have already ordered a circular saw, reciprocating saw, hammer-drill and impact driver; all brushless. Other than that it will depend on what my needs are. I plan to get the 10" cordless miter saw if the need arises and I will be buying the rotary hammer because I foresee needing to drill some holes in masonry. I also plan to get either the cordless 6 gal. shop vac or stick vac. I will probably get both eventually, but considering my short term needs; I will probably get the stick vac first. I hope they release the 3.0, 6.0 and 9.0 batteries soon. if they do, and release some tools to go with them, I may add some stuff to this list.

     

    The Ryobi rotary hammer drill is awful, but if you're sticking with the one platform then it'll suffice. Keep in mind that it has no slipper clutch or electronic protection, so if it starts to bind up, stop drilling or you'll kill it! Trust me, I know! :lol:

  18. Am I doing it wrong?

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    11 hours ago, skill-builder.uk said:

    I don't think that Milwaukee heated jacket is for working in, it is way too hot. I also don't think you need it when you are driving a truck because you have a heater. I use mine to watch soccer matches and the battery lasts a little longer than the match unless it goes into extra time. 

     

    Loving your vids, the ones about cordless drills! I've got a thing for cordless drills! ;)

  19. Am I doing it wrong?

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    Love my hoodie! Awesome kit! Gotta learn how to use it and accept the runtimes. I'll gladly squash in a 6 Amp pack for all day warmth, then ignore the large bulge from the battery. It must be worn under a windproof layer, but that's not difficult. 

  20. Fan cooling on fast charger DCB118

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    14 hours ago, HiltiWpg said:


    Guys will also tend to throw a freshly drained battery on to the charger. The cooling helps bring those battery temps down.

    Rapid charging does produce heat, cooling allows for faster charge times. Lithium batteries will not “cool themselves” when you rapid charge.


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    Ah, yeah, I was referring to a charge rate of 1C. So a 2 Amp pack being charged at 2 Amps, not ramped hard at 4 Amps which is 2C. 

     

    A 1C charge rate will allow the cells to cool naturally during charging. 

     

    I should've made myself clearer. 

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  21. Fan cooling on fast charger DCB118

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    I'm sure it was AvE who tore down a yellow fast charger and found a cowling inside that directed the air to the battery. Not convinced it's necessary as lithium cells will cool on their own whilst charging, unless they're being charged at a very high rate, a rate that's higher than their stated capacity. 

  25. Best Tools of 2017

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    The higher capacity packs that are appearing. I doubt sites will ever be cord free, but I can't remember the last time I used a corded tool. 

     

    The rumours of 20700 or 21700 cells is also very exciting. 

     

    As for my favourite tool of this year, that's easy, my pair of Bosch 36 Volt monsters. The brushed sds plus and the matching brushed combi, by far and away the best cordless drills I've yet to own. Neither were designed or released this year as far as I know, but I bought them this year and couldn't be more impressed with them. They tick every box and then some. I hope brushed machines like these don't become a thing of the past! 

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