Impact Wrench

[ccm911]

I just saw a Dewalt Battery 2-Pack in the Lowes circular for like $120.  Those batteries are really expensive!

And to Steve the Snap-On snob, my Crafts-Man tools work just fine.

[stentech1]

That tool would not last a week in a real shop environment. They work great for a home owner but when you use a tool 8-9 hours a day that is when you see the difference. It cost more but there is a reason. It all depends on how often a tool is used and what it is being used for. My three year old has a craftsman tool set and he loves it. He changed the wheels on his tricycle last night. Like I said all "toys"

[ccm911]

LOL!!!  I agree that pros need Snap-On, but for the casual "shade tree" mechanic, they are sometimes overkill.

[stentech1]

They are alot of $  It is only worth it if it's used every day.

[rbasales]

I own the Dewalt and it has held up with no problem, the longacre is a good unit at a decent price.

[stentech1]

Had the dewalt as well nice piece for the home owner. I returned after a short time did not have enough for my application. Although it did get me in better shape from all the trips back and fourth changing the batteries.

[rbasales]

i have the DeWalt; I change wheels many times over a 3 day event and have had no problem. I also use it it on the boats, docks and CJ7.
I Keep one extra battery on the charger and i have all the power I need.
I was able to buy a gym membership to get in shape with the money i saved from not buying a Snap-on!!

[stentech1]

You will need the gym to brake all the bolts lose that your fisher price impact gun won't. Like I said all "toys" perfect for a home owner though. Snap on stuff is expensive but you get what you pay for. Most home owners don't use their tools enough to see the difference.

[JoeP]

Within the past 30 days, I read a magazine article that compared a number of cordless impact guns.  I believe that they did not include the SnapOn because these were mostly below $250.  I'll be damned if I can remember the magazine though.  Maybe "Grassroots Motorsports"?.  I think the Makita and Bosch models did well.  In any event, they tested maximum torque, and half weren't even close to the advertised number.

Does anyone remember that article?

[rbasales]

ALL impact drivers loose torque as the battery runs down. Check all lugs with a torque wrench to be safe and sure.