Conductor562 Posted August 5, 2013 Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 Today was a first for me. A buddy and I were installing the tongue box on my trailer. We had my Milwaukee hammer drill (pre-fuel) and his Dewalt Cobalt bits. I gave the 11/64 bit a good coat of cutting fluid and proceeded to drill the 4 mounting holes through the 3/8" steel frame ( U beam style). This was no easy plunge to make for any cordless drill. It did a wonderful job, but when I broke through on the 3rd hole I ended up putting a bit of side load on it and the overload protection kicked in. I've had this drill going on 3 years, used it multiple times a week, drilled every conceivable material known to man, and that was the first time I've ever had the OP kick in. It wasn't a big deal, I simply pulled the trigger and took off again, but I was surprised all the same. It's a great drill and it's handled every task I've thrown at it. No complaints at all. The Dewalt Cobalt bits with the pilot points did a remarkable job. The 11/64 snapped on the 4th hole, but it was a hell of a hole to make as it was at an awkward angle. Ordered him a new one for $4. They impressed me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric - TIA Posted August 5, 2013 Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 I've had mine kick in a bunch of times, but that was when I was mixing concrete in a bucket which you shouldn't do with a cordless. However it always mixes it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 5, 2013 Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 I would much rather have a tool that cuts off once in awhile, than not at all and blow up... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe M Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I was using my M12 Impact to drive 4 in. GRK RSS Screws after about the third one, i must have hit a knot or something and it kicked in. Probably not the right tool for the job, but all I have is M12 stuff so it needed to be done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I was using my M12 Impact to drive 4 in. GRK RSS Screws after about the third one, i must have hit a knot or something and it kicked in. Probably not the right tool for the job, but all I have is M12 stuff so it needed to be done!Was it the Fuel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 It has happened to me also. Just like Eric, I was mixing concrete. Then started to smoke a little. That's when I finally realized and stopped. Dumb. I need to buy a cheap corded still just mixing mortar, concrete, and the thick stuff. Hope I didn't ruin it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 It has happened to me also. Just like Eric, I was mixing concrete. Then started to smoke a little. That's when I finally realized and stopped. Dumb. I need to buy a cheap corded still just mixing mortar, concrete, and the thick stuff. Hope I didn't ruin it.Its unbelievable a cordless drill can even do it, thats why I like the Milwaukee with all the torque. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I've mixed grout with my cordless lots of times. Thin set? Cement? The mere thought makes me cringe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I've mixed grout with my cordless lots of times. Thin set? Cement? The mere thought makes me cringe.What do you use for a corded drill? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I have a big 8 amp B&D I keep only for the purpose of mixing shit. I've started to upgrade it 2 or 3 times, but I just don't use it enough to justify the cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I have a big 8 amp B&D I keep only for the purpose of mixing shit. I've started to upgrade it 2 or 3 times, but I just don't use it enough to justify the cost.Yeah thats what we have, Its ancient! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I exactly what i was thinking. Getting a harbor freight just for mixing shit. I looked at Milwaukess corded drills but at that cost I would rather have another fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 I tried to get a grungy return at HD. They wouldn't drop below about $30 less than a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 7, 2013 Report Share Posted August 7, 2013 What is up with HD. $30 less. That's it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 What do you guys think about this:http://www.harborfreight.com/12-heavy-duty-low-speed-drill-60436.htmlOr this:http://www.harborfreight.com/1-2-half-inch-heavy-duty-variable-speed-reversible-drill-3273.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 The D-Handled model in the first link is 7.5 amps which is consistent with the models typically used for mixing. As an occasional user I'd say it would be fine.The bottom model at around 6 amps would be underpowered and probably wouldn't last long as a mixing drill. My experience tells me you want to stay in the 8 amp ball park for mixing mortar, concrete, thin set, etc. You could get by with a 6 amp, but you'd have to try to mix small quantities which quickly becomes a pain in the ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 The D-Handled model in the first link is 7.5 amps which is consistent with the models typically used for mixing. As an occasional user I'd say it would be fine.The bottom model at around 6 amps would be underpowered and probably wouldn't last long as a mixing drill.My experience tells me you want to stay in the 8 amp ball park for mixing mortar, concrete, thin set, etc. You could get by with a 6 amp, but you'd have to try to mix small quantities which quickly becomes a pain in the ass.When I ever need to mix something, I am going to put the fuel to the test! I will make sure to have that on video! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 What do you guys think about this:http://www.harborfreight.com/12-heavy-duty-low-speed-drill-60436.htmlOr this:http://www.harborfreight.com/1-2-half-inch-heavy-duty-variable-speed-reversible-drill-3273.htmlHere you go, top brand 8 amps, big warranty, red and not to much morehttp://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-3-8-in-2-800-RPM-Tradesman-Drill-0240-20/202101569?N=c27fZzvZ12l2Zzv#specifications Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 For not to much more you can go with name brand and warrantyhttp://www.lowes.com/pd_219608-70-DWD110K_4294707801__?productId=1207577&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|It's got the power, but it isn't set up for mixing. No D or side handle, no low speed setting, 3/8" chuck,and keyless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conductor562 Posted August 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Here you go, top brand 8 amps, big warranty, red and not to much morehttp://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-3-8-in-2-800-RPM-Tradesman-Drill-0240-20/202101569?N=c27fZzvZ12l2Zzv#specificationsThe Milwaukee does have a side handle. Everything else still applies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefighter4187 Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Yeah, i was trying to find something red.... Its cazy how much the mixer drill is from Milwaukee... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Wow! Thank you very much Chase and Conductor!!!! So helpful! I liked the price of the Dewalt you found at Lowes Chase and the Milwaukee. Great prices. And like you said for a little more a good warrant and better quality. I don't really want to buy from Harbor Freight. But like Conductor said the harbor freight one has all the features for mixing. You. Guys are great!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 You read my mind Chase. I have been looking at all of Milwaukee's drills. Even the Hole Hog drills. Man they can be expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Wray Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 There is this one but its 3 times the amount of The harbor freight: http://m.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-1-2-in-850-RPM-Magnum-Drill-0300-20/100609377/I know it doesn't have the D handle but has almost everything else. Maybe I could use it for more things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted August 8, 2013 Report Share Posted August 8, 2013 Harbor Freight also sells this wish I could tell what the amp's were though http://www.harborfreight.com/dual-speed-paint-and-mortar-mixer-69856.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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