Drill Help..Recommendations?? - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

BRNDIVY · 11-28-2006, 10:05 AM

Ok, I know NOTHING really about tools and this gal needs some help.
My darling hubby requested a new drill for Christmas. He's been a die hard Makita user for as long as I can remember so I don't want to sway from that unless something else will perform as well, if not better. I have looked at the 18v Makita w/ the Lithium Ion battery and the 18v RIDGED. Any recommendations??

BuildingHomes · 11-28-2006, 10:52 AM

The 18V Makita LXT 3AHr kit is a good deal. Has a handy LED to illuminate your work, bit holder for your driver bits, 3 speed settings, hammer drill, etc. I wouldn't buy anything other than Lithium Ion tools anymore. Taking them out of a cold truck in the morning means they are going to work right away and not suddenly die.

I have also seen this drill bundled with their impact driver. A great tool for driving lag bolts, deck screws, etc..

I'm picking a kit up soon to replace a couple of older drills that I have dropped too many times.

kklick · 11-28-2006, 11:30 AM

here is a great makita set. makita combo

If you can afford to get the combo with the impact driver that would definitely be the way to go. The impact is one of the best cordless tools they make in my opinion. They make it alot harder to strip out screws. They work great for decking and lags as already mentioned. Plus they take alot of the stress off of your wrists when running in larger screws. If your hubby has not used an impact he would definitely appreciate it.

dayspring · 11-28-2006, 02:26 PM

If he is a Makita man, like myself, don't wander off, MAKITA ONLY as far as cordless goes. This is not saying others do not make good tools. I have had a 18v Makita for 3 years, heavily used and have had not one minutes trouble out of it, still using the same batteries that came with it new.

wolffhomerepair · 11-28-2006, 02:38 PM

I agree also. Makita is one tough tool. I have the lithium 18v drill and the impact. Both have been worked hard with no problems at all.

BRNDIVY · 11-28-2006, 04:56 PM

I really appreciate the help, guys..Thanks a bunch!
I will stick with my gut and your recommendations and go with the Makita. He's been a good boy this year so he'll get the impact too.
Thanks again

**Teetorbilt** · 11-28-2006, 06:04 PM

Where do I find a wife like you? I'm up to my ears in sweaters and sweatshirts, I only get to wear them a few days a year.

oldgoat · 11-29-2006, 07:34 AM

Once knew a guy that had a wife that always wanted tools for BD and Christmas.

BRNDIVY · 11-29-2006, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

Where do I find a wife like you? I'm up to my ears in sweaters and sweatshirts, I only get to wear them a few days a year.

Darling hubby has threatened to sell me before... Perhaps you'll find me listen on Ebay one of these days with No Reserve

BRNDIVY · 11-29-2006, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by oldgoat

Once knew a guy that had a wife that always wanted tools for BD and Christmas.

I asked for Maxxis Mudders and a set of Mojave wheels....

**Teetorbilt** · 11-29-2006, 08:33 PM

I'm in heaven!

Just a few more questions:

A 200 yd. shot on a deer is;
A) Piece of cake.
B) A long shot.

When quail hunting, a Diamondback pipes up;
A) You blast it with a load of #6 shot.
B) Wet your pants and try to run.

How do you view gators?
A) A potential meal and a new pair of boots.
B) They're trying to make a meal out of you.

It's Christmas. You bought your man;
A) A new F-750 with all of the toys.
B) A bass boat
C) the rod and reel of his dreams.
D) More stinking sweaters and sweatshirts.

BRNDIVY · 11-30-2006, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

I'm in heaven!

Just a few more questions:

A 200 yd. shot on a deer is;
A) Piece of cake.
B) A long shot.

I'm not much of hunter unless you count cat fishin' so I'm gonna say B

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

When quail hunting, a Diamondback pipes up;
A) You blast it with a load of #6 shot.
B) Wet your pants and try to run.

If I hunted, I'd say B

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

How do you view gators?
A) A potential meal and a new pair of boots.
B) They're trying to make a meal out of you.

Hmmm..tough one..
I'll say A cause I don't run across too many gators & it sounds better.

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

It's Christmas. You bought your man;
A) A new F-750 with all of the toys.
B) A bass boat
C) the rod and reel of his dreams.
D) More stinking sweaters and sweatshirts.

Forget A. He's not much of a car guy..That's my dept.
B, C, & D...If he's on the bass boat that I bought him while fishing with the rod & reel of his dreams, he'll wear those sweatshirts & like it

ARCS · 11-30-2006, 05:41 PM

Anything but DeWalt is all I can say. I like the power and third speed on the Dewalt XRP tools, but you are lucky if one lasts you 6 months. Also, I still do not know why anyone buys the 18v models, the 14s with the new battery packs these days are plenty powerful and the batteries last longer than the 18s. I think that the 18v cordless drills are just for the men trying to cover for something else they have small.

kklick · 11-30-2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ARCS

Anything but DeWalt is all I can say. I like the power and third speed on the Dewalt XRP tools, but you are lucky if one lasts you 6 months. Also, I still do not know why anyone buys the 18v models, the 14s with the new battery packs these days are plenty powerful and the batteries last longer than the 18s. I think that the 18v cordless drills are just for the men trying to cover for something else they have small.

I have to disagree with your comments on the 14 volt tools. Only reason to buy a 14 volt set would be to give my milwaukee v28's something to snack on.

I have not used a 14 volt tool that would hold it's own compared to a similar 18 volt. If you're talking a 14 volt li-ion compared to an 18 volt nicd there may be some room to budge. Well scratch that idea as well. I think Metabo may be about the only manfacturer out there to offer a 14 volt version in li-ion batteries. So there can't really be a comparison there. As most companies would not upgrade their 14 volt line to new technology and not the 18 volt I still can't find a valid argument where a 14 volt can out perform an 18 volt. Maybe if you compare one companies 14 volt to another companies 18 volt there may be a chance.

The only reason I can see for buying 14v instead of 18v is cost and weigth. With the new battery technology weight is becoming alot less of a factor so it all goes back to cost. If its a tool you'll be using all the time spend the money and buy the best you can. Otherwise when the chepo's crap out you'll be buying the set you should have bought in the first place.

BRNDIVY · 12-01-2006, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCS

I think that the 18v cordless drills are just for the men trying to cover for something else they have small.

Huh?? Nevermind...

BRNDIVY · 12-01-2006, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by kklick

I have to disagree with your comments on the 14 volt tools. Only reason to buy a 14 volt set would be to give my milwaukee v28's something to snack on.

I know nothing about drills and yet, I know to avoid a 14v. Darling has burnt up the clutch too many times in them..He said they aren't strong enough for repetitive use. After him going through a minimum of 2 14v drills per year to this last one (18v) lasting over 3, I would tend to belive him.

**Leo G** · 12-01-2006, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BRNDIVY

I know nothing about drills and yet, I know to avoid a 14v. Darling has burnt up the clutch too many times in them..He said they aren't strong enough for repetitive use. After him going through a minimum of 2 14v drills per year to this last one (18v) lasting over 3, I would tend to belive him.

I've have 2 DeWalt 12v drills and they are about 7 & 5 years old. I've gone through a few batteries and one switch. One of them doesn't like to go into reverse in low speed. I beat the snot out of these drills and they keep on ticking. Never had a problem with the clutch. Nice and light good power, nothing overwhelming, but it will snap screws left and right if your not careful. I here Panasonic is a nice compact strong drill. I didn't care for the balance of the machine.

BRNDIVY · 12-05-2006, 05:35 PM

Thanks a bunch for the help!!
I couldn't resist myself. I ended up giving Darling the new 18v Makita Lithium Ion that I had planned on waiting till Christmas to give..He loves it.

I'm going to hold out giving him the impact..I think...

Thanks again!

**Teetorbilt** · 12-05-2006, 07:02 PM

Sounds like an excellent choice! I'm sure that you were confused as the thread went rampant as they often do here. Try to keep the impact for the tree, what's a few more days?

BRNDIVY · 12-06-2006, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Teetorbilt

Sounds like an excellent choice! I'm sure that you were confused as the thread went rampant as they often do here. Try to keep the impact for the tree, what's a few more days?

Amused, yes..Confused, no