Electric impact wrenches

[DrMoab]

Has anybody had any sucess with these?

If so what brands?

I was thinking it could be a killer tool to take to the junkyards. Not to mention just to keep in the back of the heep.

[DansGreyMj]

ive never had one but ive seen guys at the yard use them and it made me wish i had one, they r kinda pricy though

[Dirt]

I have the 14.4 V Makita 3/8 impact. Great tool to have man. When I do interior work on a vehicle I only us it. It won't loosen rusted ass suspension component bolts. It will tighten them though.

You might wanna try a 1/2'' drive one though. I hear they're badass.

[MENEZES]

Funny cause im lookin through my harbor freight catalog and i see a 1/2 inch 7 amp 110 V 240 ft. lbs impact wrench for 60 bucks. All i know is that it would be a lot whole lot better than dealing with rusty bolts and manual labor. I also see an 18 volt 1/2 inch cordless Impact wrench for 299.99.

[Kittrell]

It won't loosen rusted ass suspension component bolts.

Ditto, rented one of the back in the day, putting a lift on a '90 XJ. The Leaf springs bolts just laughed at us.

[DrMoab]

Ditto, rented one of the back in the day, putting a lift on a '90 XJ. The Leaf springs bolts just laughed at us.
Leaf spring bolts will laugh at a 5 foot breaker bar too though.

Even a good air impact won't break everything loose and I am full aware that they aren't as good (if they were you wouldn't see any air impacts)

I was just looking for something to make junk yard jobs go a little faster.

[Dirt]

Funny cause im lookin through my harbor freight catalog and i see a 1/2 inch 7 amp 110 V 240 ft. lbs impact wrench for 60 bucks. All i know is that it would be a lot whole lot better than dealing with rusty bolts and manual labor. I also see an 18 volt 1/2 inch cordless Impact wrench for 299.99.





STEP AWAY FROM THE HARBOR FREIGHT CATALOGUE!!!

[GSequoia]

I was just looking for something to make junk yard jobs go a little faster.

CO2 + Air Impact.

Works GREAT.

[Kittrell]

Leaf spring bolts will laugh at a 5 foot breaker bar too though.


We ended up putting a tire iron on it, a jackstand underneath the iron. Then an Offensive Lineman jumped on the tire iron until the bitch broke loose..........:D

[5-90]

Funny cause im lookin through my harbor freight catalog and i see a 1/2 inch 7 amp 110 V 240 ft. lbs impact wrench for 60 bucks. All i know is that it would be a lot whole lot better than dealing with rusty bolts and manual labor. I also see an 18 volt 1/2 inch cordless Impact wrench for 299.99.

After bending a C-frame Ball Joint Press, I won't get anything from HF that has anything to do with more than my own weight (250#.)

I certainly won't get power tools from them, unless I actually recognise the brand!

Having said that, I've been eyeing Makita's 14.4VDC cordless impact for a little while - I already have a couple other 14.4VDC tools, and I do like to keep my logistical train tidy...

5-90

[Dirt]

For junkyard jobs. You're gonna love it. Make sure to bring your breaker bar though.

[OT]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.

[Kittrell]

After bending a C-frame Ball Joint Press, I won't get anything from HF that has anything to do with more than my own weight (250#.)

5-90

I've completely busted one of those, and severely bent another. Definitely not their best tool set.................:explosion

[5-90]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.

I know - but there are two small issues...
1) Lack of disposable/discretionary income. Snap-On ain't cheap...
2) Logistical train. I already have a batch of Makits 9.6VDC "stick" tools and 14.4VDC "pack" tools. Be a pain to convert everything, y'know?

5-90

[Dirt]

After bending a C-frame Ball Joint Press, I won't get anything from HF that has anything to do with more than my own weight (250#.)

I certainly won't get power tools from them, unless I actually recognise the brand!

Having said that, I've been eyeing Makita's 14.4VDC cordless impact for a little while - I already have a couple other 14.4VDC tools, and I do like to keep my logistical train tidy...

5-90


I've also seen good things with Matco's 14.4. I got the Makita because they were doing a package deal with a drill, impact, light ,bag, and charger w/ two batteries.

I don't regret the Makita at all though. Probably better overall anyhow.

[MENEZES]

can i read the catalog on the toilet atleast?

[Dirt]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.


They don't make a 3/8'' do they? :dunno:

[DrMoab]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.
lemme guess....$1000.00?

But at least their warranty is good.:confused1

[0313]

What about the 12v ones you see at truck stops? I have seen a few of them, they range from $30-$60. Was wondering how they worked too.

[OT]

They don't make a 3/8'' do they? :dunno:
The snap-on website has a problem bringing it up.
Maybe they stopped making them?

Here's a used one I found:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320005947207&category=82261

[lesslimited]

You can't go wrong with Makita!
I have a 19 year old 9.6v drill that still works fine, as do the other 3 or 4 I have.

I've tested their 14.4 impact, and was impressed, but I'm looking for a deal on a Dewalt 18v since I also have a bunch of those tools and 18 is better than 14.4 :D

How about Dewalts new 36v lithium-ion system? More power, baby! :D

[redxj90]

IR makes a 3/8" and 1/2".I think the 3/8 is like $250 and the 1/2" is about $400. I've used the Snap-on electric impact gun and it is pretty badass. But for the price of a big name electric Impact i'd forget it and at least try the Harbor Freight impact, believe or not they do have some good stuff

[PstrKd4BrthCntrll]

Today I used a crapftmans eletric impact[7.5amp]. Worked well to remove the rear pinion nut off of my D35. So far so good.

[Kittrell]

3/8"

http://cgi.ebay.com/Snap-On-CT30-CORDLESS-IMPACT-3-8-DR-9-6V_W0QQitemZ300020068132QQihZ020QQcategoryZ632QQrd Z1QQcmdZViewItem

1/2"

http://cgi.ebay.com/18V-1-2-DRIVE-CORDLESS-SNAP-ON-IMPACT-DRIVER-W-LIGHT_W0QQitemZ280022438856QQihZ018QQcategoryZ632Q QrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[redxj90]

Personally I think that the Co2 with an IR gun would be your best bet.

[DrMoab]

Personally I think that the Co2 with an IR gun would be your best bet.
Well....If you pay 300 or so for a good Co2 tank with a quality air gun you are pretty close to the cost of a snap-on Electric.

If you already have a C02 tank then yeah....it would be.

[97XJ_Sport]

I have a craftsman elec. impact, not near the best but it does the job. I can't wait for the new DeWalt 36v line to come out.

[GSequoia]

300 or so for a good Co2 tank

Tank can be had for around $100 from PraxAir - less if you buy used (think SCBA); regulator maybe $30 from PraxAir if I recall.

You should already have an air impact gun.

[chelms27]

I got a porter cable 1/2" drive....(thats all i know) for $3.00 at a police impound auction about 5 years ago, and I love it, I used to use it everyday when I had racecars around(time and money!!) I like it better than air, but air is stronger for sure. Good Luck:rof:

[woody]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.

X2 I have a CT350 (1/2" 12v) and it was pretty beefy... it could take off lug nuts that I had torqued to 120 ft/lbs.

Their new one is 18v and I'd bet it's even stronger than my old 12v

[Jeff in VA]

My neighbor just sprang for an 18V Dewalt 1/2" impact (and a spare battery). I've borrowed it a couple times, and we carry it to the 'yard when we go. I broke a strap wrench trying to pull the harmonic balancer on my DD....the impact didn't even break a sweat.

He just pulled a set of MJ leafpacks for me with it last week...worked well:)

He is a cool guy:laugh2:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v220/mjeff87/leaves_2.jpg

Jeff

[DaJudge]

I can back up the Snap-on recommendation! My brother has had one for about four years and he uses it everyday. I have used it and it is amazingly strong.

[POSXJGuy]

i have a 12 volt one i use for everything, even at the junkyard. it makes people glare at me with envy. right when they think its run out of juicve i whip out another fuly charged battery to get me going for another hour of non stop breaking of bolts.

my uncle has a tool shop and he had these promotions where if you bought a makita tool, you can send in the receipt for a free impact driver kit. i sent a receipt in and it took months but finally arrived.

i have a drill attachment too and use it also to sharpen knives and my speargun tips.

man, i dont know how i did without one for so long.

tightens to 90 ft lbs and breaks em loose with ease.

[STEELFISH]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.

Yeah, PM me I have an extra one for sale...

I use mine all the time so I picked up an extra from the snap on guy, but who really needs 2 right?

[BOB]

I have a 18V DWalt 1/2 inch impact.
It is nice to have on board when wheeling.
It has been used by others on the trail.

...BOB

[Ghost]

Snap-on, baby.
They've perfected the electric rechargable impact.
Holy SHIT Batman Ghost and OT agree! Friend that did all my front 44 fab has one and he uses the shit out of it. Go Snap-On or Mac or go HOME!

By the way: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=yes&tool=all&item_ID=76616&group_ID=19913&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Search is your friend OT! Ops wrong link, too damn many windows open will do that to you!

[OT]

Holy SHIT Batman Ghost and OT agree! Friend that did all my front 44 fab has one and he uses the shit out of it. Go Snap-On or Mac or go HOME!

By the way: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=yes&tool=all&item_ID=61468&group_ID=16218&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Search is your friend OT!
It's your's too.
That link is for a drill.:D

[Ghost]

It's your's too.
That link is for a drill.:D
Fixed the link!

Found a 3/8's one too! http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=yes&tool=all&item_ID=76501&group_ID=19405&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

[johnlv6]

I have a 1/2" Milwaukee electric impact wrench. It's good for somewhere around 300lbs of torque for only $220. It's $100 less than the snap on, larger drive, and good for over 100 lbs of tq more.

http://www.milwaukeeconnect.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_27_40027_-1_281157_189339_362

[DrMoab]

I have a 1/2" Milwaukee electric impact wrench. It's good for somewhere around 300lbs of torque for only $220. It's $100 less than the snap on, larger drive, and good for over 100 lbs of tq more.

http://www.milwaukeeconnect.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product2_27_40027_-1_281157_189339_362
Those would be cool if they were cordless. Still wouldn't work in a junkyard too well.

Thats really what I am lookng for. Something to keep in my heep.

[CartsXJ]

I have one of those cheap $30 dollar HF specials that work pretty well for just tire rotations and suck. It just saves starting up the compressor, it did work on removing the pinion nuts on my 8.25 and D30 when I changed the seals. I take it for what its worth, just saves a little time, and it has a 1 year replacement warenty.

I think in JP of Peterson's they talked about a 28V milli cordless 1/2" impact gun. I haven't done any research on it, but I but its more than a $1.98.

[shortxjdoug]

i got a ridgid from home depot to do trailer tires, the only drawback is that its really big. its got tons of power though, i let my buddy borrow it to get the pinion nut off a crusty dana 44, when he put it back on it stripped it round :D

[muduck18]

Best cordless tool money can buy...

http://www.milwaukeeconnect.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product3_27_40027_-1_329963_281126_189329_362

I have the 18v set + I barrow this bad boy from a friend all the time...

[CartsXJ]

Best cordless tool money can buy...

http://www.milwaukeeconnect.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product3_27_40027_-1_329963_281126_189329_362

I have the 18v set + I barrow this bad boy from a friend all the time...


Anybody know the price tag on that sweet piece of tooling?

[CartsXJ]

Anybody know the price tag on that sweet piece of tooling?


Never mind just found it..........about $250 for just the gun, no battery or charger, $450 for the kit, gun, 2 batteries, charger and case.