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If you could only buy a corded version or a cordless version of a tool, what would it be and why?
Cordless. Reason, versatility. For instance I helped a small business out with my brother by doing work in the gent’s out buildings. no power in the barn, no problem.
I am an electrician and 75% of the time I dont have any power so I live off of cordless tools but if I have to drill many holes for a long time I will hands down be corded, all depends on what you are going for.
It depends on the tool. Though things are 100 times better than they were a few years ago, there are still some tools in which cordless versions just aren’t viable for all day use unless you have batteries coming out your ass. For most handheld tools cordless is the way to go. Drills, drivers, impacts, and stuff like that it’s no contest. Jig, circular, and recip saws, have just in the last couple of years became a viable option without a cord. I haven’t gotten to use a 4.0ah pack yet, but I think it’s possible they have moved beyond the cord. Some of the manufacturers have started toying with the idea of cordless stationary tools (miter saws come to mind) , but for my money we’re still at least a couple generations off from them really being viable in a cordless version.
I am in agreement with Conductor 100% as well as Crazyandy. If given the choice of one or the other I will go cordless but the truth is you really need the abilities of both. My M18 saw is awesome. But sometimes you gotta pull out the big gun, Makita 7-1/4″ Hypoid saw. So a combination of both is always the way to go! I am not so sure of cordless sanders for instance (except my M12 multi tool) and will always pick an AC version!
Yeahh I don’t think many manufacturers make cordless Sanders unless they are like you said on a multi tool.
Makita announced a cordless random orbital sander just a couple months ago. They’ve had it in Japan for a couple years now. I’d LOVE to try it, but I can’t see it supplanting corded models as sanding (at least for me) is usually an extended affair.
Yeah whenever i need to sand something 99% of the time its in the shop. If i need to go mobile i will do what ChrisK said and use the adaptor for my multi-Tool.
You know, that Makita looks pretty good in theory and certainly has a place when working outdoors but I am curious if you could really get anything serious done with it?
ChrisK wrote:
You know, that Makita looks pretty good in theory and certainly has a place when working outdoors but I am curious if you could really get anything serious done with it?
I just looked it up and it does look good but i agree, how much you can really sand with that thing.
I’ve been curious about it myself. I’d love to try it out. Dan and Eric may be able to get one for review.
Yeah that would be geat, doesn’t porter cable also have a cordless sander.
Actually they do. It just seems that cordless might not cut the grade. When I’m using the tool I normally use it for a while and outside of several batteries I’m not sure it is viable. It would be great if Dan and Eric got one. Plus there is always the humor level with the video!
I have the ryobi one+ orbital and mouse type sanders they were reasonable to buy because I had the string trimmer and the hedge trimmers. Most of the real tools i moved to Milwaukee though.
Were they corded or cordless.
ChaseRogers wrote:
Were they corded or cordless.
One+ = Cordless
Ok thanks I dont know a thing about Ryobi.
I am not a huge cordless ryobi fan but i do like their corded tools like their orbital sander and jig saw
I have a Ryobi router that’s actually made in the USA. I have an 8″ bench grinder as well that’s been really good so far.
Conductor562 wrote:
I have a Ryobi router that’s actually made in the USA. I have an 8″ bench grinder as well that’s been really good so far.
Conductor562 wrote:
I have a Ryobi router that’s actually made in the USA. I have an 8″ bench grinder as well that’s been really good so far.
How old is it? It’s probably before TTI started using the ryobi brand and made it an intro diy brand.
crazyandy wrote:
I am not a huge cordless ryobi fan but i do like their corded tools like their orbital sander and jig saw
The ryobi 18 volt garden tools are really good I have small lot and I replaced all my 2 cycle tools with cordless ryobi tools. I went through so may trimmer powerheads it made me sick. The only gas tools are my 4 cycle lawnmower edger and snowblower it makes everything so much simpler.
DR99, now that is interesting. I was really curious how those Ryobi’s were. I’ve got a B&D branch trimmer and an Echo weed wacker, I love them but my lot is .13 of an acre. I was curious if those would fit my needs. I’m more interested in the branch trimmer as I bought my Echo two years ago. How many batteries do you go through during yard clean up day?
You know Crazyandy, I had the Ryobi jig saw and HATED IT!!!! I had the one with the blade rotated on the top of the handle. The base kept moving on me and the blade rotated was always askew. I talked to my Dad and he told me to get the Bosch, which I did and outside of the weird blade change mechanism I absolutely love the tool. Currently my only Ryobi power tool is the contractor table saw. I like it, for the price it cannot be beat and it definitely meets my needs. The dust collection sucks, actually it blows (hahaha) kind of like Obama’s health care plan (sucks then blows). As far as cordless Ryobi, my dad has a couple of their tools, I’m not familiar with them but they seem decent enough.
ChrisK are you talking about the alligator from B and D.
No, the B&D is an older hedge trimmer that ive had for about 14 years. The tool works great. Prior to my Echo weed whacker, I had the B&D Grass Hog. Absolute piece of Chinese garbage. I had one for a month and the electric motor blew. Got a replacement, 2 months, motor blew. Garbage! My B&D hedge trimmer, old, dull but works and works well. And when I use my outdoor tools, I treat them like my power tools and my truck and my cruiser. Clean clean clean. My lawn is neat and clear of debris. I use the weed wacker for light duty and blew two of them! So I am NOT impressed!
I am posting a review tonight of the Black and Decker Alligator Lopper tool.
I’d like to give the Makita and Sthil cordless power equipment a try.
Also ChrisK, do you have crown vic.
Hah. Crown Vic’s are for girls and old women and the lame looking for a plush ride to the beach in. No my vehicle is a 425 h.p. 5.7l V8 w/ chip Dodge Charger Interceptor. I hear the F16 Fighter Jet can actually outrun the Charger, but I don’t believe it.
Conductor, I read a really interesting review of that Stihl in This Old House.nnthey said it was a really nice, albeit excruciatingly expensive tool! I’ve read positives and negatives about the Makita cordless but looking at the whole picture, I bet the Makita would be a great saw.
All the Florida Highway Patrols are fully marked crown vic slick tops and Dodge Chargers.
Dodge is the way to go in my book! I love my Ram!
Yeah same here!!
We still have a few (very few, older) of the CV’s in service but when you compare a 250hp Ford to a 245 HP Charger or the new high output 6cyl. Chargers we are buying, there is no comparison. I will say the CV holds up well in a crash. We’ve had three really bad crashes this past year (2 with Moose and one roll over) one of our Trooper’s sustained a minor head injury from moose but that is it. The cars were totaled but our guys were okay so they hold up well. And Crazyandy! God Bless You! My 12 black Ram is my sweet baby!
Sorry not 245 Dodge, 445 Dodge!
The FHP chargers look really good here with light brown and black paintj ob and black chrome wheels and a push bar.
I feel like I own the road when I drive my baby! I wish I could get my hands on a charger that would be so much fun I cant even imagine it!
I’m waiting for the day when I get a Challenger. I had the Magnum (station wagon version of the Charger Chrysler 300) and that will or at least still is my favorite car ever. But the Ram truck, well you gotta have a Ram truck!
My dad has a 2008 ram mega cab with a two tone red and grey paint job.
ooooooohhhhhhh boy now if it was a diesel that would be my dream truck!
Also a sheriffs office in south florida has a dodge challenger, its a beast.
Damn, crazyandy drives a Ram too? I’ve got an 09 5.7 Crew cab and I like it better than any of the many trucks I’ve owned. My brothers cruiser is a charger too. That car will haul ass.
And my dad’s truck is a cummins.
ChrisK wrote:
DR99, now that is interesting. I was really curious how those Ryobi’s were. I’ve got a B&D branch trimmer and an Echo weed wacker, I love them but my lot is .13 of an acre. I was curious if those would fit my needs. I’m more interested in the branch trimmer as I bought my Echo two years ago. How many batteries do you go through during yard clean up day?
I don’t use the Hedge trimmer that often but I would say when it needs to be trimmed it’s 40′ feet long and say 10 feet tall worth of hedges and usually never have to recharge my 2 3.0 ah batteries while doing the yard work. I saw on youtube ryobi is releasing a trimmer that takes ac or battery power it was on tool selects’ channel
Mega cab… Those are awesome! I’ve got the 2012 Ram Quade. Absolutely love it. I’ve checked out the mega and that is really impressive!
yeah its got a lot of room.
So DR99, does the Ryobi come with 2 batteries?
Conductor562 wrote:
Damn, crazyandy drives a Ram too? I’ve got an 09 5.7 Crew cab and I like it better than any of the many trucks I’ve owned. My brothers cruiser is a charger too. That car will haul ass.
You know Conductor, the sound that car makes…wow!
Haha its just a Ram party over here!
My wife drives a 2012 Durango and she’s in love with it. I guess we’re all Dodge people here, lol.