I use a M18 2962 mid-torque daily, Nice Impact!
I put that middle 1/4" impact to the test over the spring and summer sheetrocking my basement ceiling and garage bump out, along with building an enclosure/shelf in the garage. It's a small powerful and very useful tool.New Makita XWT14 on the right (these are my shop tools, most of my cordless tools are at home).
I am all in on Makita 18v. This particular works wonderfully. I‘ve got shop air, and some great air impacts, but this thing is just so convenient!
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Didn't project farm test these reciently?
Definitely overkill but it will serve you well. It will be tough to fit that big of a tool into some tighter spaces but that’s just an excuse to buy a stubby later on.Had to google project farm, saw his vids thanks for the suggestion.
Decided to get the 2962 fuel tool only. Wife not going to be happy haha. The ryobi did intrigue me, but I agree that I didn't want to get another battery system. As a novice/diy, I hope I get to use this to the full capacity it's intended to.
Great choice, never fear lugs again!Had to google project farm, saw his vids thanks for the suggestion.
Decided to get the 2962 fuel tool only. Wife not going to be happy haha. The ryobi did intrigue me, but I agree that I didn't want to get another battery system. As a novice/diy, I hope I get to use this to the full capacity it's intended to.
I have come across rusted lug nuts on a flat bed trailer that needed the Milwaukee M18 hi-torque impact. Actually it was PB Blaster then impact, no-go. Wait a day, more PB Blaster then impact. Took a few days. But I have snapped studs and lug bolts in the past and waiting a few days while PB Blaster does it's thing is the better way to handle it.Having owned several brands of impacts over the years, I can attest to the suggestion to buy a major brand with more power than you think you will need, especially if this is the starting point for a 18/20V platform. The Dewalt and Milwaukee mid torque 1/2" units will be plenty for all but the most stubborn fasteners, and AFAIK these battery platforms are the longest lasting.
That said, I currently have numerous tools in the Ryobi 18V platform and have yet to see them fail. The older 3/8" and 1/2" impacts still take off 100+ lb ft lug nut with ease. But I am not a pro, so they don't get used all that often and battery durability is not an issue.
Heh I don't all of my vehicles are 78-80ft lb. But I have to replace all struts on my Subaru soon, and an exhaust leak. I should be ready for future work.Great choice, never fear lugs again!
The 2962 (including boot) is 3lbs 11.6ozI have come across rusted lug nuts on a flat bed trailer that needed the Milwaukee M18 hi-torque impact. Actually it was PB Blaster then impact, no-go. Wait a day, more PB Blaster then impact. Took a few days. But I have snapped studs and lug bolts in the past and waiting a few days while PB Blaster does it's thing is the better way to handle it.
The hi-torque is just a little more $$ and a little heavier.
Me too!I would like to get a good Dewalt impact. I have a small one for lighter jobs but would like a 1/2" drive one for the larger ones. I have several 20 volt Dewalt products so I have quite a few batteries and chargers.
Me too!
l wish they would close out the DCF899 bare tool cheap.
QFT but l have the older Mid torque 894 if l could get the 899 cheap enough, l thought it would be good enough.But the 900 is so much stronger not even worth buying the 899 anymore.
My fiancé ended up getting me a 1/2" Dewalt impact for my birthday so now I'm set.Me too!
l wish they would close out the DCF899 bare tool cheap.
The newer DCF 900?My fiancé ended up getting me a 1/2" Dewalt impact for my birthday so now I'm set.
Yes. It came in with the charger, battery, and bag.The newer DCF 900?
That’s a big, heavy impact.I got tired of waiting for a good price on the DeWalt DCF 899b
Went ahead and got the new Ridgid high torque R86212 with 2, 4ah batteries and charger, for $229.00
Haven't got to use it yet though.
Said to be a nice impact though.
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