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FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Just a heads up for anyone with Black and Decker power tools. I found out that if one of the batteries on my 24v Firestorm B&D set goes bad and you try and charge it, it will kill the included charger. If you buy the same charger it will kill that one too.

Make sure you buy a charger that has a bad battery detection. It's about $10 more but it will save you a lot of headache and frustration.

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FCKGW
May 21, 2006

If you're looking to buy a tool soon Home Depot has a $50 off $100 coupon available right now.

http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3513996

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Dragyn posted:

Just picked up a second-hand Ryobi 10" compound miter saw from a craigslist ad.

This one: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-14-Amp-10-in-Compound-Miter-Saw-TS1344L/100634340#product_description

For $60, it's in pretty much brand new condition with all it's accessories intact. Score! Now i can return my dad's to him, since I've had it in my garage for 5 years now.


(sorry, just wanted to brag)

I've had that exact same saw for a few years now. The laser guide gave out after a few months but otherwise it's worked wonderfully for all my home projects.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

I meant to post this earlier. Lowes has the Porter Cable 3-Amp Oscillating Tool Kit for 1/2 off, only $49. It's a similar too to their $99 kit just with less added accessories.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_591294-70-PCE606K_0__?productId=50158929&Ntt=ocsilating+tool&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNtt%3Docsilating%2Btool&facetInfo=

There was a coupon for $10 also but it looks like it's not working anymore.

Today is the last day of the sale. I used it this weekend to trim some baseboards and it worked wonderfully.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Any opinions on this impact drill bit set? Lowes has it 1/2 off for the next month.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_505892-79992-DWA4CASE2_4294607757

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

stubblyhead posted:

I don't have that set in particular, but I do have a similar DeWalt set. I always consider those to be consumables, particularly the Phillips bits. If you don't have anything at all I'd go ahead and get it, it looks like it's got a decent selection. Torx bits are a nice inclusion, that's one thing my set is missing that I wish it had. More drill bits is another, which this set seems to have covered also.

Now that I think of it I have plenty of philips bits and need more drill bits and could use a couple spade bits. Maybe I'll grab that Craftsman set posted earlier.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Speaking of which, Lowes put the Porter Cable Oscillating tool kit back on sale again for $50.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_591294-70-PCE606K_0__?productId=50158929

I bought this the last time it was on sale and used it to help install a new front door, it was great.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Not very high quality, but Walmart is doing a nice discount on some of their WEN bench tools if you choose in-store pickup instead of shipping (price will change at checkout.)

WEN 8" 5-Speed Drill Press - $36.50
WEN 6" Bench Grinder - $20.32
WEN 4" x 36" Belt and 6" Disc Sander with Steel Base - $43.51

More discounts here: https://www.walmart.com/browse/tool...chProductResult

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Amazon is price matching Walmart on a Wen 6-inch Bench Grinder for $27.58

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LPFIPQ0/

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Bad Munki posted:

I'm confused, if they're price matching Walmart, can't you just get it at Walmart?

Walmart had it for $27 only with in-store pickup.

Sold out in both places though.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

SouthShoreSamurai posted:

I don't know if there's a thread specifically dedicated to grills, but I figured this may be the best closest place for it:

I need a new grill. It needs to feed a family of 6. I have a budget of ~$300.

Recommendations?

Walmart has the Weber Genesis II E-210 on clearance for $299, which is a fantastic deal if you're ok with a 2 burner grill. While supplies last, if your local store has any stock. Check here: http://brickseek.com/walmart-inventory-checker/?sku=21928093

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

It's time to look at upgrading my 12v Porter Cable drill/driver I bought about a decade ago and I'm looking at two kits from HD this Fathers Day.

M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Compact Drill/Impact Combo Kit (2-Tool) W/ (2) 2.0Ah Batteries, Charger & Bag

M12 FUEL 12-Volt Li-Ion Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit (2-Tool)w/ Free M12 3/8 in. Ratchet

I like the size/weight of my current 12v set and have only run into a handful of situations where I had to pull out my corded drill. However, upgrading to the 18v sounds real tempting too.

Anything else I should be looking at? I can probably go up to $300 if it's a good deal.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Harry Potter on Ice posted:

fwiw I get a ton more use out of my 18v driver and that upgrade was much more noticeable than the drill which I use less. I felt like I needed to charge my makita 12v much more often than my dewalt 18v as well, If you plan on any medium/heavy use with the driver I'd go 18v

Yeah, I figure if I was going to upgrade I would at least make it worth the money and do the 18v.

This Rigid kit looks interesting too
18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Brushless Hammer Drill and Impact Driver 2-Tool Combo Kit with (2) 4.0Ah Batteries, Charger

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Thanks for the recommendations everyone, I went to HD and picked up the Milwaukee m12 Fuel Hammer Drill and Impact Driver Kit that came with a 2.0mah and 4.0mah battery for $199 plus picked up an additional 6.0mah battery as the "free tool" included in the promo.

Also for a heads up, the free tool in the promo has a return value of $60 printed on the receipt meaning if you don't need any of the free bonus tools you can return it after purchase and get the drill/driver kit for only $140

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Platystemon posted:

The first deal was for the brushed model, I think, so I wasn’t missing much.

HD is running a promo for "Buy 12v Fuel Hackzall, get one free additonal tool or battery". You can return the free tool for a specified value on the receipt and keep the Hackzall. Should being the price down to $110-130 depending on the free tool.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Remember wooden A frames? Jesus those things were scary, glad I haven't seen on of those in ages

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

If anyone needs a 60gal air compressor Home Depot has their Husky brand on clearance for $280 if you have store that still has stock

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-60-Gal-Stationary-Electric-Air-Compressor-C602H/205389936



You can use Brickseek to check local stock
https://brickseek.com/home-depot-inventory-checker/?sku=205389936

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Is there a recommended budget/entry level table saw? I have an old Ryobi I bought >10 years ago and it's trashed so I'd like to get something a little better. I have a bunch of DIY home projects planned this year but after that it will only will get used maybe once or twice a year normally. Looking to keep it under $400 if possible.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

tater_salad posted:

yeah you're kind of looking at that 599 price-range for a decent tablesaw. maybe look at a track-saw? If you're not using it very often get a good circular saw, a good track and some clamps.
I've survived on a lovely skill saw for a long time. I'm about to be doing some shelving/ trim creation and other table saw related needs so I got one due to the fact I'll need to make repeated cuts at the same size.

Ooo, good idea. I have a nice Milwaukee circular that would pair well with a track or guide, I think I'll go down that route for now.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Milwaukee has a nice M18 bundle at on sale at Home Depot right now for $379. None of these are the Fuel variants but a good starter pack.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-26XC/308992558

The Milwaukee M18 Cordless lithium-Ion 6-Tool Combo Kit includes the M18 Compact Drill/Driver (2606-20), M18 1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver (2656-20), M18 Multi-Tool (2626-20), M18 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw (2630-20), M18 Random Orbit Sander (2648-20), M18 LED Flashlight (2735-20), REDLITHIUM XC battery pack (48-11-1828), REDLITHIUM CP 2.0 Ah battery pack (48-11-1820) and M12/M18 Multi-Voltage Charger (48-59-1812).

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

I have an Milwaukee M12 Fuel circular saw but I'd like to get a bigger saw for larger jobs. I have an old Skil saw I used this weekend but it's, old, way off alignment and at some point I severed the cord pretty bad.

I'm all in on M12 so if I got 18/20v I would be buying new ecosystem. There's a good deal on a Craftsman 20v Brushless model at Lowe's that comes with a free battery/charger, or should I be looking at corded instead like a good quality DeWalt or Skillsaw?

The only thing that would nudge me toward the Craftsman is that I might want to upgrade my outdoor tools some point in the future and the Craftsman has many of the tools I would want.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Found this in another thread

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Lowe’s has the EGO leaf blower with battery and charger on sale for $159

POWER+ 530-CFM 110-MPH Brushless Handheld Cordless Electric Leaf Blower 2.5 Ah (Battery Included and Charger Included)
https://www.lowes.com/pd/EGO-Power-Plus-56-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-Electric-Leaf-Blower-Battery-Included/1003130706

The battery itself retails for $150 and Ego is king of electric lawncare tools. It would be another system to buy into but if you wanted to get more Ego tools it’s not a bad start.

FCKGW fucked around with this message at 03:24 on Mar 20, 2021

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Home Depot has a couple Milwaukee outdoor tool combos on sale

M18 Fuel String Trimmer + Edger Attachment + 8.0Ah battery + Rapid charger - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-2718/308304983

M18 Fuel String Trimmer + Pole Saw attachment + 8.0Ah battery + Rapid charger - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-2720/308304985

M18 Fuel String Trimmer + Hedge Trimmer attachment + 8.0Ah battery + Rapid charger - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-2719/308304984

M18 Fuel String Trimmer + (2) 8.0Ah battery + Rapid charger - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-1880/315705586

M18 Fuel Chainsaw + Blower (tool only) - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...24-20/312182877

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Henrik Zetterberg posted:

My local wore off 3/4 through and I about jumped through the goddamn roof.

As a redhead who is naturally more resistant to anesthesia, this is my nightmare.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

tater_salad posted:

I always recommend Ryobi for the average home user. The price is right and the list of tools is huge. for common tools (drills, impact drivers) they also have low mid and high end tools for what fits your need. Other than that you're looking at DeWalt Makita and Milwaukee, what color looks better.
Stay away from stuff like kobalt, my buddy didn't listen, then wanted a trim nailer and realized he'd need to buy into another system because kobalt doesn have one.

Lowe’s hasn’t killed off Kobalt quite yet but it’s definitely been deprecated since their Craftsman acquisition. If you’re married to buying from Lowe’s you should be able to find a Craftsman equivalent to nearly anything Ryobi has available.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

FogHelmut posted:

I thought Kobalt was moving upmarket to compete with Rigid?

If they are then they sure aren’t giving them the shelf space to do it.

I prefer the Kobalt hand tools to Husky though.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Home Depot has displays out for Milwaukee and Ryobi tool deals starting on 5/24 so if you're looking to jump into a new platform might wanna hold out for a couple weeks.

Right now seems to be buy a 2 battery starter kit, get a free tool from a list of tools.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Looks like Lowes is finally dropping Portal Cable, all the local stores in my area have clearanced out all their power tools. If you have stock in your area and want to check they seem to be going for about 50% off right now.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Home Depot has a free tool with purchase of a Milwaukee battery starter kit promo right now

These deals are "hackable" meaning if you set the battery to store pickup and the tool to ship, you can cancel the battery and get the bare tool at a discount. Up to you if the hassle is worth it or not.

M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Starter Kit with One 5.0 Ah and One 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger + Free Tool - $199
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...-1852/315426067
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless 5" Random Orbit Sander (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless 1/2" Hammer Drill/Driver (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Surge 18V Cordless 1/4" Hex Impact Driver (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 Gen 2 18V Cordless 4000 Lumens Rover LED AC/DC Flood Light (Tool Only)


M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion High Output Starter Kit with Two 6.0 Ah Battery and Charger + Free Tool - $299
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...1862S/315426486
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless 7-1/4" Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 18V Cordless Rocket Dual Power Tower Light (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 18V High Output XC 8.0 Ah Battery
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18V Cordless 4-1/2" Grinder w/ Paddle Switch (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18V Cordless Hackzall Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 Fuel Gen 3 18V Cordless 3/8" Compact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring (Tool Only)
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18V Cordless 2.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum (Tool Only

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

tater_salad posted:

I have the Kobalt mechanics set.. and when it goes on sale for $99 (even at current 149 it seems decent)
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-250-Piece-Mechanic-s-Tool-Set-in-4-Drawer-Case/5001920933

It'll give you enough of what you need, and if you need anything else just supplement (I bought a breaker bar for stubborn bolts)

The Craftsman version went on sale for $99 recently but it’s currently out of stock

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-232-Piece-3-Drawer-Mechanic-s-Tool-Set/5000183143

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

I’ve never seen a contractor NOT have a Rigid vac in the back of their pickup. That’s a good enough endorsement for me.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Anyone ever warranty a Ridgid product? I have an nice extension cord I bought from them 2 years ago that literally blew up (smoke and spark shot out) that I'd like to get replaced under warranty.

I filled out a repair form but haven't heard anything from them. They don't seem to sell it at Home Depot anymore either.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Ego is top tier but Ryobi's offerings are perfectly serviceable for the average homeowner. Kobalt makes decent mowers although no one really talks about their other yard tools. Really depends on how much yard you need to take care of.

Milwaukee (no mower) and DeWalt also make decent yard equipment if you're already in or want to join that ecosystem.

edit: As far as battery powered tillers is seems to only be Kobalt that makes anything worth while so that might limit your options.

FCKGW fucked around with this message at 00:57 on Jun 8, 2021

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Bunch of Ego stuff on one day sale at Lowes today

https://www.lowes.com/pl/Online-Only-Deals-Wednesday/2865355154

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

Henrik Zetterberg posted:

Oh for gently caress sake. I really wanted an Ego mower but am flying cross country tomorrow. :argh:

2130SP doesn’t come with a battery. Fuckers.

e: Wowwwwww, the 7.5Ah battery is $350 separately. Good grief.

e2: Here’s the only 2 that are on sale and come with a battery:

POWER+ 56-Volt Brushless 20-in Push Cordless Electric Lawn Mower 5 Ah (Battery and Charger Included)
https://www.lowes.com/pd/EGO-20-IN-BL-PUSH-MOWER-STEEL-DECK/1003130760

POWER+ 56-Volt Brushless 20-in Self-propelled Cordless Electric Lawn Mower 7.5 Ah (Battery and Charger Included)
https://www.lowes.com/pd/EGO-20-IN-BL-SELF-PROP-MOWR-STEEL-DCK/1003130762

Their mowers have been sale pretty frequently, I would worry about it. It’s the other lawn tools that aren’t on sale as often.

And yeah, their batteries are expensive as gently caress. That’s why I went with Ego mower but Milwaukee for the other lawn tools.

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

I. M. Gei posted:

I really really hope the DeWalt DWS780 goes on sale somewhere for Father’s Day (or Prime Day), although I know it probably won’t.

… but if by some miracle it does, then someone please post a link to it in this thread. I want one so bad.

The normal price is $599 and I think the lowest I’ve seen outside an occasional eBay listing is like $521.

The DWS779 is on sale for $399 right now.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-15-Amp-Corded-12-in-Double-Bevel-Sliding-Compound-Miter-Saw-Blade-Wrench-Material-Clamp-DWS779/206541015

According to the comments on Home Depot it's the exact same extremely similar to the DWS780 but without the XPS LED light system. You can buy the light kit separately for $65.

edit: The saw is a bit lighter as well so it seems there may be some internal differences between the two but they still are functionally the same. Up to you if it's work the $200 savings

From HD comments

quote:

Lots of incomplete answers here. The most obvious difference between the 779 and 780 is the XPS shadow light which, as others note, you can add after the fact AS OF THIS WRITING. Dewalt has a habit of updating individual parts of a saw (you will see references to Type 1, Type 2, etc.), and from one sub-version to the next you could lose or gain features...it is even possible that one subtype might be upgradable and another is not. Case in point, the older non-sliding 12" dual bevel DW716 is upgradable and can have the XPS shadow light added to it....the latest DW716 cannot.

Beyond, the XPS light, rumor has it the latest version of the DWS779 does NOT have the in between bevel stops (22 degrees, etc.), while the earlier version did. I don't know if it has the "holes" so that you could add them. IT would be REALLY disappointing if you could not add those stops.

On the Dewalt website, there are some part number deltas between the DWS780 and the DWS779 which suggests there could be other "under the hood" differences as well.

Finally, the blade that comes with the DWS779 is a 32 tooth blade which is barely even suitable for a miter saw - as compared to the much more versatile 60 tooth blade that comes with the DWS780. In short, for the DWS 779 you cold be looking at adding the light kit for $70 or so and a decent $50-$60 blade to bring it in line with the DWS780. It is still "worth it" to get the DWS779 IMO when compared to the full price DWS780, but when the DWS780 is on sale, that delta is a lot smaller...

FCKGW fucked around with this message at 22:47 on Jun 17, 2021

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

IOwnCalculus posted:

I prefer the magnet versions to any electronic one I've ever owned. I've had misses / bad data from electronic ones, but never missed a stud with the magnetic finder.

Seconding the magnetized versions although I think a electronic one as a backup is a good idea.

Magnetic ones are cool because you can just leave them hanging on the wall when you find the stud if you don't want to mark any lines that might show

FCKGW
May 21, 2006

FISHMANPET posted:

So, uh, why are "tool chests" so expensive? Is there some secret to storing my growing collection of hand tools that isn't "throw them in a box and hope you can ever find them again"? Otherwise I'm looking at Harbor Freight's tool chests because they seem way cheaper than other offerings, but it still seems like a lot of money to spend to store wrenches and pliers and screwdrivers.

Tools chests are one of those "buy it once, own it for life" items and are therefore priced accordingly.

Harbor Freight's offerings are a great value, you can't go wrong with them.

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FCKGW
May 21, 2006

tangy yet delightful posted:

Is the product height (39-1/8in) with the lid closed I presume?

I ask because it calls itself a 30in cart but none of the measurements are 30 inches :v:

Hunting for the right combo of tool chest and space in my garage.

I think the 30" is the cart itself, the handle adds a couple extra inches to the width

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