White Makita vs Teal Makita - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

Eckwitte · 05-21-2009, 07:59 PM

Whats the difference between the new white Makita stuff and the original Teal stuff. I know the white stuff runs on the lower amperage but a buddy of mine told me that they use more plastic parts in the white stuff. Anybody know? If this is true then im guessing its geared for homeowners.

**Leo G** · 05-21-2009, 08:03 PM

I've got two of the compacts and they work fine for me. It has the smaller 1.5AH battery and if you aren't carful you can get a pretty good wrist twisting.

Five Star · 05-21-2009, 08:18 PM

Some one told me that you can use the batteries from the white makitas in the blue makitas but not the blue makitas to the white makitas! or vice versa!

not sure but i have all the blue makitas, including that right angle impact driver!( A MUST HAVE FOR CAB INSTALLERS)

Greg Di · 05-21-2009, 08:18 PM

I have both. I can't tell a difference other than I grab the white one first because it's lighter.

As far as durability, my teal's have been repaired more than my white's.

**Leo G** · 05-21-2009, 08:28 PM

I know I can put the 3AH batter on my compact Makita. Does 2 things. Makes it go longer and makes it heavier.

Five Star · 05-21-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Leo G

I know I can put the 3AH batter on my compact Makita. Does 2 things. Makes it go longer and makes it heavier.

leo you mean the 3.0 battery on the white makitas works..?

**Leo G** · 05-21-2009, 08:37 PM

It should. I have a buddy that has the bigger battery for the Saw. I put the small battery on the saw and it worked. I think I put the 3AH batter on my compact, not positive about my memory. CRS disease.

Five Star · 05-21-2009, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg Di

I have both. I can't tell a difference other than I grab the white one first because it's lighter.

As far as durability, my teal's have been repaired more than my white's.

the only blue makita i had trouble with was the hammer drill. i was going to buy a new one but turns out im 3 miles from a makita service center and the guy there fixed it in 5 min ! Great people there

**Leo G** · 05-21-2009, 08:43 PM

Features:
Makita built, 4-pole maximum torque motor delivers 450 in-lbs of efficient torque in a compact size.
More compact design at only 8" long and weighs only 3.5 lbs. for less operator fatigue.
Batteries charge 4X faster in only 15 minutes.
Ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and easy control.
Makita Lithium-Ion provides longer run time, 5x lower self-discharge (for use any time) &16 firm holding contact terminals (for constant high power).
15-minute Rapid Optimum Charger and battery communicates throughout the charging process using the built-in chip in the battery and built-in CPU chip in the charger. The Charger also uses "Active 3 Control" for current control, thermal control & voltage control.
15-minute Rapid Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work.
Built-in LED light illuminates the work area.
Accepts all Lithium-Ion slide-style batteries.
3-year warranty on tool and 1-year warranty on battery.

Five Star · 05-21-2009, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Leo G

It should. I have a buddy that has the bigger battery for the Saw. I put the small battery on the saw and it worked. I think I put the 3AH batter on my compact, not positive about my memory. CRS disease.

i know the smaller battery will work in the saw, i,ll be honest im happy with the blue ones! and there really light as it is. if i need compact i go to the angled impact.. i can fit into a 9" cab, predrill the face frame and screw 2.5" screws!

**Leo G** · 05-21-2009, 08:47 PM

This is smaller and works great inside of cabinets

Greg Di · 05-21-2009, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Five Star

the only blue makita i had trouble with was the hammer drill. i was going to buy a new one but turns out im 3 miles from a makita service center and the guy there fixed it in 5 min ! Great people there

Yeah, that's probably the place I send my stuff to in NJ via UPS. The only issues I have had (multiple) is with the Teal hammerdrill. 3rd gear always dies.

WarriorWithWood · 05-21-2009, 09:02 PM

3rd gear died on me too. I took it to a makita dealer and they rebuilt the drill and gave me a new charger because of the noisy fan.

Eckwitte · 05-21-2009, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by WarriorWithWood

3rd gear died on me too. I took it to a makita dealer and they rebuilt the drill and gave me a new charger because of the noisy fan.

Same thing happened today to my buddy, he has the 3 speed 18v li-on hammer drill and just today it wouldn't get into hammer mode...I know a couple people who have had problems with that model. The makita dealer even told us after rebuilding it twice that they weren't designed properly and that on speed 3 they will always give out. I have the 2 speed lighter duty one and i use it quite a bit no problems...but it takes a hell of a long time to hammer drill a 3/16 hole!

3 Speed : toolmonger.com/2008/02/20/makita-18v-li-ion-hammer-drilldriver-kit/
2 Speed : professional-power-tool-guide.com/2009/01/makita-lxt-drilldriver-review-bhp452/

Five Star · 05-21-2009, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg Di

Yeah, that's probably the place I send my stuff to in NJ via UPS. The only issues I have had (multiple) is with the Teal hammerdrill. 3rd gear always dies.

same here greg, 3rd on hammer drill for me too. had it fixed twice! apperently there is a slip ring washer that gets mangled when you hammer drill in 3rd! when i brought mine in he told me makita does not recommend hammer drilling in 3rd gear!

WarriorWithWood · 05-21-2009, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Five Star

same here greg, 3rd on hammer drill for me too. had it fixed twice! apperently there is a slip ring washer that gets mangled when you hammer drill in 3rd! when i brought mine in he told me makita does not recommend hammer drilling in 3rd gear!

That's the first I've heard of that. It's simply retarded to say "Don't use the fastest gear for drilling"

. Freakin Makita!