I've had very good luck with the Ryobi 18 volt systems from Home Depot. As Bob points out, the batteries in this line are interchangeable with their 18 volt line.The bottom line is how the tools are going to me used. For me, the Ryobi brand is good for around the home for the type things I do. It is not top of the line commercial grade but on the other hand it is priced very reasonable.
Al -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]on Behalf Of Bob Kennedy Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 8:46 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Suggestions on a New Cordless Drill I have the Dewalt and it's done great for me. If you go on tooliday.com they have a Milwaukee 18 volt kit for $139. It's reconditioned, but it's still under warranty for a year. That is also a good tool brand. One thing to think about with Dewalt. The battery fits anything that is 18 volts. So if you decide later to add a saw, an impact driver, my personal favorite of their line, or any other tool that uses 18 volts, the battery will fit any one of the tools. You can go online and find sales on "tool only" and it's a bunch cheaper. Just something to consider. ----- Original Message ----- From: Ward & Kathy Dudley To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, October 08, 2009 5:53 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Suggestions on a New Cordless Drill Hi Guys and gals, Time to replace the "El Cheapo" drill with a good one. Which would you suggest? It most likely will be purchased at Lowe's or online. The ones at Lowe's that are under concideration are Hitachi, Dewalt, Bosch and Porter-Cable. Looking at 18 Volt, variable speed, 1/2" keyless chuck. What about the battery amp hour? Any other suggestions such as brand, torque, etc. Thanks, Ward [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
