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I’m looking for a lightweight cordless screwdriver to use when doing light work like on the dash of a vehicle (think stereo installation) and such. Would like it to have Lithium ion batteries and not be over $100. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
DeWALT gyroscopic 8volt …
just got one… Takes a little getting used to, but a really nice tool !
If you like more of a right angle the Milwaukee m12 is great
Jimbo
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Foneguy wrote:
DeWALT gyroscopic 8volt …just got one… Takes a little getting used to, but a really nice tool !
I second the Dewalt. For the size, you can’t beat it.
I have the M12 Fuel, it’s a tank. Heavy and bulky.
The Dewalt is nice for tight spaces.
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HiltiWpg wrote:
I second the Dewalt. For the size, you can’t beat it.I have the M12 Fuel, it’s a tank. Heavy and bulky.
The Dewalt is nice for tight spaces.
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The m12 Fuel is nice but over kill IMO I’ve never had an issue with the brushed model
Jimbo
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I agree the M12 is overkill for what I want to use it for, but the M4 on the other hand is looking good, just more $$ than I want to spend. I like the DeWalt version, just wish it had the pistol grip.
Rewind wrote:
1 minute ago, Rewind said:I agree the M12 is overkill for what I want to use it for, but the M4 on the other hand is looking good, just more $$ than I want to spend. I like the DeWalt version, just wish it had the pistol grip.
The brushed model has a great clutch though for low torque low speed, and has great pistol ergonomics
Bosch 12v is way more compact and has good torque control. This will do what you want plus alot more. I use it all the time. around the house.
Who cares about brushless,it gets the job done.
Fazzman wrote:
Bosch 12v is way more compact and has good torque control. This will do what you want plus alot more. I use it all the time. around the house.
Who cares about brushless,it gets the job done.
I’d love to pick up that little Bosch
Jimbo
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It’s a great tool,and strong enough for alot of tasks around the house. kind of a shame its not in the $20 off $100 or it would be an insanely good deal but still $99 for the kit is pretty nice..
Cant wait for them new Bosch 12v impacts to come out.
I’ve been tempted to grab that little driver.
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The Hammerhead screwdriver is cheap and it works great for electrical stuff. I use mine all the time, it’s got a decent amount of torque, not outrageous but for electrical work it’s perfect. You can turn it like a regular screwdriver, so you’re not limited to what the power range is. It has a built-in wire stripper, which is kinda useless, and a built-in ncvt that works great. There’s a hole in the shaft for bending solid wire too, but I haven’t used that yet. Charges via micro-usb and comes with a wall adapter. For the money it’s worth trying out, for electrical work it’s been great, and I’d assume for car electronics it’d be great too
Kato wrote:
The Hammerhead screwdriver is cheap and it works great for electrical stuff. I use mine all the time, it’s got a decent amount of torque, not outrageous but for electrical work it’s perfect. You can turn it like a regular screwdriver, so you’re not limited to what the power range is. It has a built-in wire stripper, which is kinda useless, and a built-in ncvt that works great. There’s a hole in the shaft for bending solid wire too, but I haven’t used that yet. Charges via micro-usb and comes with a wall adapter. For the money it’s worth trying out, for electrical work it’s been great, and I’d assume for car electronics it’d be great too
Should have picked 1 up when lowes had them on sale
Jimbo
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Didn’t Dan and Eric do a giveaway for a hammerhead?
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I think they did, maybe the Hammerhead Switch too. Don’t remember. The screwdriver is pretty handy, worth the price just for random diddling around
How are the bits held in, on the Hammerhead? Do they lock in or held in by magnets?
Think I’ve found the one!!! Anyone familiar with this one?
I personally have not but have heard a lot of guys on this forum rant great things about it. Electricians love it for face plates. I may move into the century and try one out I’m old school when it comes to faceplates and do them by hand.
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Rewind wrote:
Think I’ve found the one!!! Anyone familiar with this one?
Nice little driver just takes some getting used to
Jimbo
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Rewind wrote:
38 minutes ago, Rewind said:Think I’ve found the one!!! Anyone familiar with this one?
Rewind ….
like Jimbo said .. It does take a little to get used to .. This is the model that I have .. The pistol grip really helps you learn the tool …… Good luck.. Be safe.. Enjoy !!!
Now I just gotta drop some hints to the Mrs……….you know father’s day is coming up!!!
Rewind wrote:
5 minutes ago, Rewind said:Now I just gotta drop some hints to the Mrs……….you know father’s day is coming up!!!
TIACREW should have some sort of anonymous email service that sends wives recommended tool purchases !!!!!
Lol, thats funny. Thats exactly why I have a seperate bank account for such purchases.
You gotta spend dough to make it when you use tools for work or even hobby.
Ive never used that one but the size seems good. I just would never bother using it because of what I already have.
$99 bucks seems overly high for that type of tool imo.
Sounds like you settled on the Dewalt, but I’ll second the recommendation for the Bosch PS21 or PS22. The kind of work you’re talking about is what I do every day, not stereos very often but in dash and under dash doing remote start and backup cameras primarily. The Dewalt might give you trouble at the weird angles you’ll be working from. I’ve been using the same PS21 for years and I can’t kill it. The clutch is precise, the control is almost surgical, the ergonomics are great. It’s really a one of kind tool and ideally suited to what you’re talking about doing.
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figureitout wrote:
10 hours ago, figureitout said:Sounds like you settled on the Dewalt, but I’ll second the recommendation for the Bosch PS21 or PS22. The kind of work you’re talking about is what I do every day, not stereos very often but in dash and under dash doing remote start and backup cameras primarily. The Dewalt might give you trouble at the weird angles you’ll be working from. I’ve been using the same PS21 for years and I can’t kill it. The clutch is precise, the control is almost surgical, the ergonomics are great. It’s really a one of kind tool and ideally suited to what you’re talking about doing.
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Awesome,thats exactly how I feel about it too. Probably one of the best tools ive ever owned.
I use my Milwaukee M12 Fuel screwdriver daily. Love it, but it’s not exactly light, nor really all that compact. Sometimes I think about trying one of these Makitas. There’s also an impact version.
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Bosch 10.8v/12v or Metabo 10.8v BS Quick drill with removable chuck http://www.toolstop.co.uk/metabo-powermaxx-bs-quick-toolstop-exclusive-a1365
That little metabo is sweet, would love to have that
JimboS1ice wrote:
28 minutes ago, JimboS1ice said:That little metabo is sweet, would love to have that
Agree!