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Old 12-15-2007, 04:34 PM   #21 (permalink)
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How about cordless drills? also Craftsman??

I'm tired of borrowing the next door neighbor's... (plus, he's moving!)
Noooooo, they are too big and heavy. Just about any other brand. In my shop, I have a few Dewalts and a couple of Hithaci. Porter Cable, Makita, Milwaukee, Ridgid, Bosch . . . all good.

If you haven't bought the tool box yet, I would recommend you get one with ball bearing drawer slides. They slide easier when loaded with tools and you will be happier in the long run.
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Old 12-15-2007, 04:42 PM   #22 (permalink)
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Noooooo, they are too big and heavy. Just about any other brand. In my shop, I have a few Dewalts and a couple of Hithaci. Porter Cable, Makita, Milwaukee, Ridgid, Bosch . . . all good.

If you haven't bought the tool box yet, I would recommend you get one with ball bearing drawer slides. They slide easier when loaded with tools and you will be happier in the long run.

Ok, how many volts do I need? I just do little house projects... so far mainly related to keeping my toddler from killing himself.

Here is the tool box I was going to get.... "compound-action drawer slides" doesn't sound like ball bearing to me. But $70 off!

Craftsman 9 Drawer, 22 in. Combo - Red/Black - Model H0046 at Sears.com

edit: I just checked the prices on the ball bearing types.... !!!!!!!!!!
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On the tool box, if the price is right, do it. If you decide down the road you need something better, you can always use this one for something else.

On the drill, a decent 12 volt will do the job. A 14.4 is good. Anything bigger is a waste of money and makes it much heavier. Lithium Ion isn't necessary either. Often times, Lowes has drills marked down to make room for newer models. You might shop on Amazon as well and check the opinions.
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On the tool box, if the price is right, do it. If you decide down the road you need something better, you can always use this one for something else.

On the drill, a decent 12 volt will do the job. A 14.4 is good. Anything bigger is a waste of money and makes it much heavier. Lithium Ion isn't necessary either. Often times, Lowes has drills marked down to make room for newer models. You might shop on Amazon as well and check the opinions.

Don't log off yet, Woods! How's about this one?? 90 bucks off!

Craftsman 26 in. 4-Drawer Ball-Bearing Roll-Away - Red - Model 59903 at Sears.com

I like those Waterloo ones as well (with the big storage bin area), but they are out of stock.

I will check Amazon on the drills... I am about to place an order with them anyway for some other Xmas gifts. Thank you!!! rep to you!!!!!!!
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Don't log off yet, Woods! How's about this one?? 90 bucks off!

Craftsman 26 in. 4-Drawer Ball-Bearing Roll-Away - Red - Model 59903 at Sears.com

I like those Waterloo ones as well (with the big storage bin area), but they are out of stock.

I will check Amazon on the drills... I am about to place an order with them anyway for some other Xmas gifts. Thank you!!! rep to you!!!!!!!
Just drop one of those ball bearing chests on top for the little stuff and you'll be fine. Sears often has the tool boxes in other colors as well . . . but they may not be marked down.
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Just drop one of those ball bearing chests on top for the little stuff and you'll be fine. Sears often has the tool boxes in other colors as well . . . but they may not be marked down.
Ok, I'm getting the 4 drawer ball bearing type. Red is the most marked down. Not sure if we really need the additional 3 drawer chest on top of there, but it IS on sale as well...

Guess I'll pick out tools when I go pick up the chest at Sears.
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Ok, I'm getting the 4 drawer ball bearing type. Red is the most marked down. Not sure if we really need the additional 3 drawer chest on top of there, but it IS on sale as well...

Guess I'll pick out tools when I go pick up the chest at Sears.
Go ahead and get the six drawer. It's cheap - only $10 more. You'll need it before you know it. Please proceed with purchase.
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Go ahead and get the six drawer. It's cheap - only $10 more. You'll need it before you know it. Please proceed with purchase.
Did I miss that one?? Back I go... there were too many choices!! (good thing I was looking at tools & ladders, and hadn't proceeded to check out yet!)

p.s. it needs to be on CASTERS!
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Speaking of power tools what are the best choices for cordless impact wrenches that can be used on lug nuts? Overland Journal mentioned the Snap on but it is very price. Also looking for the best digital torque wrench. Any suggestions?
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My Choices:

Hand tools:
1. Crafstman Pro or Klein, Craftsman if its US made only.

Power Tools
1. Makita
2. Porter Cable or Rigid

Milwaukee would be my other choice. I don't like Craftsman Power tools because their batteries don't hold up.

I like Milwaukee too but they are kind a heavy and not as well balanced as 1 or 2 above.

I don't care much for Bosch or Panasonic either but they are rated very high by the magazines.
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