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kxmotox247 · 07-14-2003, 02:34 PM

Yep...finally got the nerve up to spend the big bucks. Went out at lunch and bought a dewalt cordless drill. 18 volt - 1/2 drive. Sucker cost $280 with tax. I sure hope it's as handy as I thought.
Anyone had good luck/bad luck with dewalt cordless drills?

cochino12 · 07-14-2003, 02:38 PM

nothing but good luck with dewalt

yellowgmc · 07-14-2003, 02:39 PM

never used a dewalt cordless, but once you go cordless you never go back. i love my mastercraft 12v. no cords! i just wish my sawzall was cordless so i could take it to the junkyard.

Alexis · 07-14-2003, 02:44 PM

Hell yeah. I bought the dewalt 18v kit for 400 this week. Come with a 18v cordless drill, cordless saw, flash light and cordless sawzall tool.

Reason I went with a dewalt dril was cause my best friend a a manager at a custom stereo shop and has used there drill for 2 years and has not had a problem, and he uses that drill to the fullest.

kxmotox247 · 07-14-2003, 02:59 PM

Good to hear. All of our maintenance guys in the our machine shop use dewalt cordless drills and have never had a problem.
I'm ready to try it out!

Joe67 · 07-14-2003, 03:06 PM

Nice - Between Dewalt and Porter Cable cordless tools I built a new Kitchen and bathroom

Alexis · 07-14-2003, 03:12 PM

Does anyone know how good the porter cable round sander is. I'll get a part number in a few hours cause I'm eyeing one at my work. Also what kind of cuting tool do you guys use, I'm talking about the air tool with a shield covering half the cutting disc, almost like a die-grinder.

70 CST 4X4 · 07-14-2003, 03:16 PM

I have used DeWalt cordless drills for years with no problems. It was used every day on the job , dropped, and still works. Make sure you get the models with the black rubber grip( heavy duty models). The solid handle model won't hold up as well.

*racedvl* · 07-14-2003, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by yellowgmc
never used a dewalt cordless, but once you go cordless you never go back. i just wish my sawzall was cordless so i could take it to the junkyard.

Ditto.

**swervin ervin** · 07-14-2003, 03:53 PM

Man, I've got a ton of DeWalt tools. I use them in my profession (Carpenter) every day. IMO, there is none better. You just can't go wrong with any DeWalt tool.

boataddict26 · 07-14-2003, 03:54 PM

Thats what we use and have had nothing but good experiences!! They are powerfull and seem to last longer on a charge.

gldevall · 07-14-2003, 03:56 PM

I've had 2. I had a 12V and some POS stole it, kicked in the door on my shop and stole it and my radio. He didn't even get the charger or spare battery. Oh well, wnet an dbought the 14.4 V. I love that thing.

**old Rusty C10** · 07-14-2003, 07:11 PM

as a contractor i have tons of toys inclkuding one dewalt cordless hammer drill and i love it the thing takes one hell of a beating

sbc350gearhead · 07-14-2003, 07:14 PM

Doing electrical construction, I've beat the hell out of a few dewalt 14.4 hammerdrills. They are great. I use them for things I shouldn't be doing with a cordless (turning a 1 1/4 augerbit, 1/2 masonry bits, 3 and 3 1/2 inch holesaws, etc) and they keep on going.

*Piston* · 07-14-2003, 09:52 PM

I got tired of paying for Makita prices.. so I recently switch everything I have over to dewalt. At home and at work. I love that 4 piece kit! Light, drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw. I also got the radio/charger deal. I'm very happy with it.

da-burb · 07-14-2003, 10:38 PM

I myself have and LOVE DeWalt corless tools. I have a casket sized suitcase full. 2 18v drills, sabre saw, sawzall, light, 6-1/2 circle saw. BUT I don't know if they will remain as good as they have been. Last thing I read about old Black and Decker was that they were moving DeWalt production off shore. I hope it isn't true because it was another reason why I purchased them.

krue · 07-14-2003, 10:43 PM

Does Dewalt make a 1/2 drive cordless impact? I had a Makita and that thing was damned handy! I need to find another one, but I can't really afford another Makita!

casey · 07-14-2003, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by yellowgmc
never used a dewalt cordless, but once you go cordless you never go back. i love my mastercraft 12v. no cords! i just wish my sawzall was cordless so i could take it to the junkyard.

i'm with yellowgmc on this on. I've beat the he# out of my mastercraft tools and you just can't kill them, there cheaper priced , usually more amps, and you can't beat that 3 yr warranty

Mike76251 · 07-14-2003, 11:58 PM

I love the older Dewalt cordless stuff but now they would have to give them to me free as I heard they fired everybody and moved production to mexico.

krue · 07-14-2003, 11:59 PM

Who sells Mastercraft, I never heard of them.

casey · 07-15-2003, 12:15 AM

Well here in Canada its the canadian tire stores, I'm not sure south of us

yellowgmc · 07-15-2003, 02:10 AM

i got mine from my father in law. he got it from canadian tire. i haven't seen them anywhere down here yet.

72c10 · 07-15-2003, 07:59 AM

ive got a Dewalt 12 volt at work and a makitta for around the house, they are both good but I definatly prefer Dewalt, you cant beat the torgue or durability

fishead · 07-15-2003, 08:33 AM

I've used several drills over the years, and Dewalt is my favorite.

We recently built a dock at the KC zoo and the Dewalt's ran circles around the other cordless drills securing the deck.

kxmotox247 · 07-15-2003, 09:41 AM

Sure sounds like Dewalt makes some good stuff. Expensive though.

07-14-2003, 02:34 PM	#1
kxmotox247 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 1,396	Just splurged for the dewalt Yep...finally got the nerve up to spend the big bucks. Went out at lunch and bought a dewalt cordless drill. 18 volt - 1/2 drive. Sucker cost $280 with tax. I sure hope it's as handy as I thought. Anyone had good luck/bad luck with dewalt cordless drills? __________________ Baby Blue's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652776 Project 68's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post8442117 www.stonecolumnclassics.com Email: Josh@stonecolumnclassics.com

07-14-2003, 02:38 PM	#2
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	nothing but good luck with dewalt __________________ Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually

07-14-2003, 02:39 PM	#3
yellowgmc Getting cabin fever?!?!?! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: chisholm, mn Posts: 1,679	never used a dewalt cordless, but once you go cordless you never go back. i love my mastercraft 12v. no cords! i just wish my sawzall was cordless so i could take it to the junkyard. __________________ Member of the Discs Up Front Club 1972 GMC 1500 1994 F-150 XL 4x4 Tact is for people not whitty enough to be sarcastic

07-14-2003, 02:44 PM	#4
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,879	Hell yeah. I bought the dewalt 18v kit for 400 this week. Come with a 18v cordless drill, cordless saw, flash light and cordless sawzall tool. Reason I went with a dewalt dril was cause my best friend a a manager at a custom stereo shop and has used there drill for 2 years and has not had a problem, and he uses that drill to the fullest. Last edited by Alexis; 07-14-2003 at 02:48 PM.

07-14-2003, 02:59 PM	#5
kxmotox247 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 1,396	Good to hear. All of our maintenance guys in the our machine shop use dewalt cordless drills and have never had a problem. I'm ready to try it out! __________________ Baby Blue's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652776 Project 68's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post8442117 www.stonecolumnclassics.com Email: Josh@stonecolumnclassics.com

07-14-2003, 03:06 PM	#6
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Nice - Between Dewalt and Porter Cable cordless tools I built a new Kitchen and bathroom __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

07-14-2003, 03:12 PM	#7
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,879	Does anyone know how good the porter cable round sander is. I'll get a part number in a few hours cause I'm eyeing one at my work. Also what kind of cuting tool do you guys use, I'm talking about the air tool with a shield covering half the cutting disc, almost like a die-grinder.

07-14-2003, 03:16 PM	#8
70 CST 4X4 Have A Nice Day! Join Date: May 2003 Location: California Posts: 356	I have used DeWalt cordless drills for years with no problems. It was used every day on the job , dropped, and still works. Make sure you get the models with the black rubber grip( heavy duty models). The solid handle model won't hold up as well. __________________ 1970 CST K10 350/350/205 Short Bed - Fleetside Tach-Tilt-A/C-Tow Hooks Front & Rear Disc Brakes Front & Rear Posi 3.73 Gears 30 Gallon Stainless Fuel Tank SOLD 01/18 !!!!! 2007 2500 HD Classic Crew Cab LT2 4X4 Duramax LBZ

07-14-2003, 03:53 PM	#10
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Man, I've got a ton of DeWalt tools. I use them in my profession (Carpenter) every day. IMO, there is none better. You just can't go wrong with any DeWalt tool. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

07-14-2003, 03:54 PM	#11
boataddict26 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: North Central Florida Posts: 726	Thats what we use and have had nothing but good experiences!! They are powerfull and seem to last longer on a charge. __________________ 1978 Chevy C10 Currently under resto. 350 Getting face lift. .060, JEpistons, Modify heads. More will come with money.

07-14-2003, 03:56 PM	#12
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	I've had 2. I had a 12V and some POS stole it, kicked in the door on my shop and stole it and my radio. He didn't even get the charger or spare battery. Oh well, wnet an dbought the 14.4 V. I love that thing. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

07-14-2003, 07:11 PM	#13
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,261	as a contractor i have tons of toys inclkuding one dewalt cordless hammer drill and i love it the thing takes one hell of a beating __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

07-14-2003, 07:14 PM	#14
sbc350gearhead Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 1,413	Doing electrical construction, I've beat the hell out of a few dewalt 14.4 hammerdrills. They are great. I use them for things I shouldn't be doing with a cordless (turning a 1 1/4 augerbit, 1/2 masonry bits, 3 and 3 1/2 inch holesaws, etc) and they keep on going.

07-14-2003, 09:52 PM	#15
Piston Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 2,301	I got tired of paying for Makita prices.. so I recently switch everything I have over to dewalt. At home and at work. I love that 4 piece kit! Light, drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw. I also got the radio/charger deal. I'm very happy with it.

07-14-2003, 10:38 PM	#16
da-burb "Ochre Ogre" Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Springfield, MN Posts: 3,558	I myself have and LOVE DeWalt corless tools. I have a casket sized suitcase full. 2 18v drills, sabre saw, sawzall, light, 6-1/2 circle saw. BUT I don't know if they will remain as good as they have been. Last thing I read about old Black and Decker was that they were moving DeWalt production off shore. I hope it isn't true because it was another reason why I purchased them. __________________ Bowtie Truck Stop Inc. Mid-West GM Truck Restoration Parts Supplier Your Key Parts, Auto Metal Direct, Dynacorn, and Goodmark dealer. like us @ www.facebook.com/BowtieTruckStop 1971 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1971 K-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 C-10 Suburban (Ochre) 1972 K-20 Suburban (Yellow- that just aint right!) Springfield, Minnesota 56087



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07-14-2003, 10:43 PM	#17
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Does Dewalt make a 1/2 drive cordless impact? I had a Makita and that thing was damned handy! I need to find another one, but I can't really afford another Makita! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

07-14-2003, 11:58 PM	#19
Mike76251 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 2,500	I love the older Dewalt cordless stuff but now they would have to give them to me free as I heard they fired everybody and moved production to mexico.

07-14-2003, 11:59 PM	#20
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Who sells Mastercraft, I never heard of them. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

07-15-2003, 12:15 AM	#21
casey Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 2,048	Well here in Canada its the canadian tire stores, I'm not sure south of us

07-15-2003, 02:10 AM	#22
yellowgmc Getting cabin fever?!?!?! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: chisholm, mn Posts: 1,679	i got mine from my father in law. he got it from canadian tire. i haven't seen them anywhere down here yet. __________________ Member of the Discs Up Front Club 1972 GMC 1500 1994 F-150 XL 4x4 Tact is for people not whitty enough to be sarcastic

07-15-2003, 07:59 AM	#23
72c10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: burlington KY Posts: 175	ive got a Dewalt 12 volt at work and a makitta for around the house, they are both good but I definatly prefer Dewalt, you cant beat the torgue or durability

07-15-2003, 08:33 AM	#24
fishead Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Spring Hill KS Posts: 85	I've used several drills over the years, and Dewalt is my favorite. We recently built a dock at the KC zoo and the Dewalt's ran circles around the other cordless drills securing the deck.

07-15-2003, 09:41 AM	#25
kxmotox247 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 1,396	Sure sounds like Dewalt makes some good stuff. Expensive though. __________________ Baby Blue's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652776 Project 68's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post8442117 www.stonecolumnclassics.com Email: Josh@stonecolumnclassics.com

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