Cordless Power Tools for working on boats, trailers, and everything else.
05-13-2014, 01:28 PM
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Cordless Power Tools for working on boats, trailers, and everything else.
I've been meaning to post this for a while.
I dumped my old set of tools (Ryobi) last year, and started anew with Ridgid 18V Tools from Home Depot.
I did a LOT of research before I bought. DeWalt advertises a "20V" kit, but it's really only 18V; found that out when I was comparing and investigating.
I bought this kit:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-18...5yc1vZc2ecZ18g
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And I've since invested in their 18V Cordless 1/2 impact.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1-...010B/203930523
I don't care what the specs say, but this 18V Ridgid is STRONGER THAN THE DEWALT in the real world. I tested with DeWalt and Ridgid. The Ridgid takes off lug nuts that the DeWalt would not.
And I bought their 18V Jig Saw.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded...831B/203930501
The entire Ridgid set is TOUGH AS NAILS...
and...
... IT HAS A LIFETIME SERVICE AGREEMENT!
It's not a lifetime guarantee, but after doing some digging, it's pretty close. They will either fix or replace any tool, period; INCLUDING BATTERIES. as long as you buy it from an authorized dealer (Home Depot) and you REGISTER them online.
I've used most of the brands, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Bosch, etc. I am VERY impressed by these Ridgid tools over the other brands; and I am a picky SOB when it comes to my tools.
The other thread on the waterproof boombox prompted me to post. I don't have the Ridgid boombox/radio; but I'll probably pick it up one day.
I dumped my old set of tools (Ryobi) last year, and started anew with Ridgid 18V Tools from Home Depot.
I did a LOT of research before I bought. DeWalt advertises a "20V" kit, but it's really only 18V; found that out when I was comparing and investigating.
I bought this kit:
http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-18...5yc1vZc2ecZ18g
[ATTACH=CONFIG]523369[/ATTACH]
And I've since invested in their 18V Cordless 1/2 impact.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1-...010B/203930523
I don't care what the specs say, but this 18V Ridgid is STRONGER THAN THE DEWALT in the real world. I tested with DeWalt and Ridgid. The Ridgid takes off lug nuts that the DeWalt would not.
And I bought their 18V Jig Saw.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Unbranded...831B/203930501
The entire Ridgid set is TOUGH AS NAILS...
and...
... IT HAS A LIFETIME SERVICE AGREEMENT!
It's not a lifetime guarantee, but after doing some digging, it's pretty close. They will either fix or replace any tool, period; INCLUDING BATTERIES. as long as you buy it from an authorized dealer (Home Depot) and you REGISTER them online.
I've used most of the brands, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Bosch, etc. I am VERY impressed by these Ridgid tools over the other brands; and I am a picky SOB when it comes to my tools.
The other thread on the waterproof boombox prompted me to post. I don't have the Ridgid boombox/radio; but I'll probably pick it up one day.
Last edited by Sydwayz; 05-13-2014 at 01:32 PM.
05-13-2014, 01:38 PM
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This thread will probably get moved, but those little 12v Milwaukee hackzall saws are great for cutting speaker holes and that sort of thing. they are small and fit into tight spaces. And you can't beat a Festool sander hooked up to one of the vacuum systems for dustless work, nice around fiberglass!
05-13-2014, 02:04 PM
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I can attest to what you are saying about the Ridgid tools. All of my power tools are now Ridgid and I have not been disappointed. I don't really see myself ever buying another brand since having numerous issues with both Dewalt and Milwaukee. These things are rock solid and you can't go wrong with the service agreement either.
05-13-2014, 04:58 PM
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i use both rigid and milwaukee..both tuff as nails.. as for the impact end of it i have snapon 3/8 and 1/2'' and their electric 1/4'' ratchet..but i will be buting milwaukee's 3/8 electric ratchet and multi tool..
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05-13-2014, 05:41 PM
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I used to buy Ryobi junk for work (most of my stuff gets water damage/underground use) so it was cheap and if you buy the stuff on sale the combo kits are cheaper than just buying two batteries.
I used a Dewalt sawzall and damn near cut my hand off, I couldn't believe how much better it was. I put 20 pieces of Ryobi crap on Craigslist for $200 ($10 each but you had to buy it all at once). Sold it in a couple days and took the $200 to Home Depot and bought the Dewalt kit and have never looked back!
Good to hear there is something to upgrade to next time around!
I used a Dewalt sawzall and damn near cut my hand off, I couldn't believe how much better it was. I put 20 pieces of Ryobi crap on Craigslist for $200 ($10 each but you had to buy it all at once). Sold it in a couple days and took the $200 to Home Depot and bought the Dewalt kit and have never looked back!
Good to hear there is something to upgrade to next time around!
05-13-2014, 07:29 PM
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Im thinking of changing it up to, have been a milwaukee user for a while 2 years ago I bought their 12v combo and im not happy at all 2 batteries needed to be replaced and my other 2 are toast now.was just walking through home depot loking at the 18 v from mil and dewalt , never even considered the rigid stuff ...but will now thanks for the info
