Tools.....air or electirc

[kastein]

Air or corded all the way.

The only cordless tool I own is a 19.2V sawzall I got for junkyard runs. It's already paid itself off just through what I make on the side cutting parts out of cars for others who happen to see me going to town on a junker. However, the batteries don't last as long as I would like and it lacks power.

However, if I want to actually get work done, my corded power tools or air tools are what I use. Corded sawzall (Milwaukee) is way more powerful than the cordless, as are the angle grinders, 1/2" drill, drill press, etc. For air tools I have nailers, air hammer, impact gun, die grinder, etc and will likely buy more in the future.

For under 200 dollars (likely even under 100 dollars if you are willing to accept some limitations) you can get a decent onboard air compressor or AC inverter that will let you run all your air and corded tools on the trail.

 

[razor02097]

I use dewalt 18v tools. With my situation the inconvenience factor is doubled because the garage I work in doesn't have electric service so I either have to run
an extension from the house or use my generator. The dewalt 18v 1/2" impact does great for everything I have used it for. Nicest thing is there is almost no maintenance.

That said if I had a choice I would go with air. It is more maintenance but there are a more diverse selection of tools.


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[BotakBeng]

You guys have been really really helpful and i really appreciate the comments :thumbup:.

Spent the last few days researching and visiting local stores....:compwork:

Hope i'm not going off topic but would l like your comments on the few unit i found.....
(i would rather get a 110v but not limited)

1)Kobalt 1.6 HP 30-Gallon 155 PSI $459.00 (pros-size)
2)Campbell Hausfeld 3.2 HP 60-Gallon 135 PSI $479.00 (cons-weight)
3)Your recommendation (nothing more than $500 please :worship

Apprecaite your comments.

 

[WebDog]

You guys have been really really helpful and i really appreciate the comments :thumbup:.

Spent the last few days researching and visiting local stores....:compwork:

Hope i'm not going off topic but would l like your comments on the few unit i found.....
(i would rather get a 110v but not limited)

1)Kobalt 1.6 HP 30-Gallon 155 PSI $459.00 (pros-size)
2)Campbell Hausfeld 3.2 HP 60-Gallon 135 PSI $479.00 (cons-weight)
3)Your recommendation (nothing more than $500 please :worship

Apprecaite your comments.

Probably your best bang for the buck

http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay...gId=10051&cmRelshp=req&rel=nofollow&cId=PDIO1

155 Max PSI, 11.5 SCFM @ 90 PSI

 

[BotakBeng]

Probably your best bang for the buck

http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay...gId=10051&cmRelshp=req&rel=nofollow&cId=PDIO1

155 Max PSI, 11.5 SCFM @ 90 PSI

Hey WebDog.....you have to pick a dollar shy from my $500 :banghead:.

Thx ya.

 

[WebDog]

Hey WebDog.....you have to pick a dollar shy from my $500 :banghead:.

Thx ya.

That compressor has about the same specs as the one I have and I love mine. With the 60 gal tank it comes on a lot less and with the high CFM output it will turn off faster. $50 more than the other one you posted and it has twice the tank and twice the output...

 

[samger2]

Keep looking around you'll find that great deal on a great compressor. For instance I saw this one at The Andersons this weekend...if I was looking this ones a steal:

Not sure of the exact specs, but it was a nice big 60 gal

 

[BotakBeng]

The search is over!

Ya all are the best!!!

Can't believe not long ago i spent $99 on a tool set to do my very first oil change and now i'm looking a air tools :guitar:......couldn't have done it without ya.
I wanna thank all for all the contributions.

The search is over!
The reviews looks good.

Since this is my first air compressor, i thought this should be a good starter and is oil lubricated (like most has suggested) with sufficient SCFM for my Jeep wrenching and the offer was tooo good to refuse.....$330 otd!

Now to get me some tools :eyes:
This good enough?
350-ft-lb(1/2" Air impact wrench)
60 ft-lb(3/8" air ratchet wrench)
7200rpm(1/2" air impact wrench)
160 rpm(3/8" air ratchet wrench)
Don't know if i need x2 ratchet and x2 impact.

Thx in advance!
Btw, is paid but not pick up yet, so if someone feel strongly this is a BAD unit, pls comment.

 

[WebDog]

THat kit looks good.
Great deal on the compressor.

 

[BotakBeng]

Thx WebDog!

Time to do some serious mod.:repair:
No! Wait! I can't .......i'm broke :hang:

 

[WebDog]

Oh and I only have a 1/2" impact and use a 1/2" to 3/8 adapter if needed, then a 3/8" ratchet. has not let me down for getting bolts out.

No need for 2 of each.

 

[WebDog]

Thx WebDog!

No! Wait! I can't .......i'm broke :hang:

Tell me about it! My trans went out right after I bought my new plasma cutter... Worst timing ever...

 

[BotakBeng]

:doh:

Oh, is there any particular torque or feature i should be looking when buying an impact wrench and ratchet?

 

[WebDog]

:doh:

Oh, is there any particular torque or feature i should be looking when buying an impact wrench and ratchet?

350 ft is plenty for the XJ. You go to high and you will shear bolts off.

 

[Doc Holliday]

What would be the best cordless drill I could get for under $200 or so? Wouldn't mind getting air, since I want to get a compressor in the jeep also, but current living arrangements aren't favorable to it right now.


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[samger2]

Re: The search is over!

Ya all are the best!!!

Can't believe not long ago i spent $99 on a tool set to do my very first oil change and now i'm looking a air tools :guitar:......couldn't have done it without ya.
I wanna thank all for all the contributions.

The search is over!
The reviews looks good.

Since this is my first air compressor, i thought this should be a good starter and is oil lubricated (like most has suggested) with sufficient SCFM for my Jeep wrenching and the offer was tooo good to refuse.....$330 otd!

Now to get me some tools :eyes:
This good enough?
350-ft-lb(1/2" Air impact wrench)
60 ft-lb(3/8" air ratchet wrench)
7200rpm(1/2" air impact wrench)
160 rpm(3/8" air ratchet wrench)
Don't know if i need x2 ratchet and x2 impact.

Thx in advance!
Btw, is paid but not pick up yet, so if someone feel strongly this is a BAD unit, pls comment.

I think you've made a great choice. I looked at that unit myself and came close to purchasing a couple times but wanted something a little bigger. Like someone else said, you don't need 2 ratchets and 2 impacts..one of each will be fine. A couple other items I couldn't do with out is a die grinder that I can put a sanding pad or wire wheel on and a cut off tool. With those 4 items you can have endless fun working on your Jeep(s)! :cheers:

 

[BotakBeng]

Thx bro.
Now to find the right tools.

Any recommendation?

 

[BotakBeng]

I found a cheap and decent Campbell Hausfeld 62 pc set but it says Tool's Comsumption: 6.1 CFM@90 psi.
(Walmart at $79.88 shipped)

My question is, would i be able to power these tools with my new compressor with 5.5 SCFM @ 90psi rating?

Model Number: TL1069
Manufacturer: Campbell Hausfeld
Tool's Consumption: 6.1 CFM @ 90PSI

Thx.

 

[WebDog]

Yes, but if you deplete the tank you may have to take a small break once and a while. The compressor will also want to run a lot more since the tools are rated a little over the maximum cfm.

If you are not sitting there all day with the trigger you will be fine, the thing I love most about air is you have a lot more control over the speed the tool is spinning. so you don't always have to go full throttle.

 

[BotakBeng]

Thx again bro.
Thats good to know.....more time for beer :yelclap:.

Hope you get your tranny fixed soon.