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Do You Really Need An Impact Driver? Comparing Lithium Drill/Drivers to Impacts

Do You Really Need An Impact Driver? Comparing Lithium Drill/Drivers to Impacts

In a previous post Impact Driver – It’s not what you think. I showed you what an impact driver is and a few examples of the drivers available. Impacts have been getting a lot of press lately and many of you are wondering if you need one. In this article I am going to compare [...]

February 19 2010 | Posted in Impact Drivers, New Tool!, Nextec, Power Tools, Tool Training | Read More »

Craftsman 19.2 volt C3 Cordless Tools Review – Sorting Out The Mayhem

Craftsman 19.2 volt C3 Cordless Tools Review – Sorting Out The Mayhem

Almost too many Craftsman 19.2 volt tools.
Choice is great but sometimes it can be overwhelming.  With over 65 pieces, accessories and kits available in the Craftsman C3 19.2 volt  line, it can a real challenge to find and pick the tools that are right for you.  On top of the huge selection,  if you go to [...]

February 3 2010 | Posted in 19.2 volt C3, Power Tools | Read More »

Craftsman MiterMate – Model 21226 Review

Craftsman MiterMate – Model 21226 Review

The Craftsman 10″ MiterMate Miter Saw Model 21226 is unlike any saw that you have ever seen before. Compared to a traditional miter saw and radial arm saw, the MiterMate, with its unique V-fence system, will help woodworkers and the fixitherself tribe to save time and increase the accuracy of their miter joints.
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January 21 2010 | Posted in Miter Saw MiterMate, New Tool!, Power Tools | Read More »

Save Up To 40% On Delta Woodworking Tools!

Save Up To 40% On Delta Woodworking Tools!

Save Up To 40% on Delta Woodworking Tools!
Here is on example of the great deals on Delta woodworking tools going on right now on Amazon. Click on the above link or the item below to see all the great deals.

January 15 2010 | Posted in Bench Power, Power Tools, Stationary Power, Woodworking Tools | Read More »

Impact Driver – It’s not what you think.

Impact Driver – It’s not what you think.

What is an Impact Driver?
This is the perfect tool if you are going to drive a lot of screws, say build a deck or drywall a room.  An impact driver will greatly speed up a large construction project.  But they are not for everyone.
There is a lot of confusion over the new impact drivers.  These [...]

November 22 2009 | Posted in Impact Drivers, Power Tools | Read More »

A New Category of Tools – Impact Driver Sockets and Bits

A New Category of Tools – Impact Driver Sockets and Bits

There are dozens of “kits” available from all the manufactures that have hex drive screwdriver bits in them. They work well in your screwdriver and fairly well in your cordless drill, but when you use them in your new cordless impact driver they don’t last long.
The next thing you know, the bits are stripping [...]

November 20 2009 | Posted in Impact Drivers, Power Tools | Read More »

Craftsman Multi-Tool Review Nextec Lithium Model 17438

Craftsman Multi-Tool Review Nextec Lithium Model 17438

Craftsman 12-Volt NEXTEC Multi-Tool Review
Item 00917438000 Model 17438
I bought the Craftsman 12-Volt NEXTEC Nextec Multi-Tool two months ago to test out and review.
I used the saw blade to trim a 1 X 6 out in the yard.  I used the carbide blade to clean out the grout so I could replace a 6 X 6 [...]

September 22 2009 | Posted in NEXTEC Multi tool, Nextec | Read More »