Archive for December, 2008

What are good brands of power tools?

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008

Carl L asked: What's a good brand of power tool that will hold up under heavy use. I'm getting tired of wearing them out and buying new ones that fail after six months.Cynthia

Makita Power Tools

Monday, December 29th, 2008

Johan Nickson asked: Makita began building its reputation for quality over 85 years ago, when the company started manufacturing electric motors. Since the first electric power tool was produced by Makita in 1958, users have come to rely on the craftsmanship of these tools as well as the brand's excellent ...

Power Tool Batteries

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

John Gilbert asked: Power Tool BatteriesWhat color does your crew prefer on the job site? Do your guys prefer yellow and black tools by DeWalt or maybe the blue of Bosch or Makita? Perhaps the red of Milwaukee tools, the grey of Porter Cable, or the black of Skil? What ...

Things To Take Into Consideration When Comparing Power Tools

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

Allan Wilson asked: With the market being saturated with various brands of power tools, it can be a really tough decision to choose the right ones. Here are some basic areas of comparison that you need to take into consideration. They will also help you get the best deals on ...

How do Hitachi cordless power tools hold up?

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

jeepswim13 asked: like battery shelf life (Nimh batterys not ion) 18volt circ. saw drill and sawzaw. Any input would be nice because I have always owned dewalt or black and decker tools drills and sawsJose

What happens to power tools that are used in surgeries?

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008

Bobbie asked: I would guess that you couldn't sanitize them for more surgeries, but I don't know. Do they destroy them or sell them?Rachel

How to Buy a Professional Power Tool

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

Eric Jones asked: Power tools are very expensive and when said and done all the tools can add up to a big expense. So when buying a power tool you want to not only make sure you are getting the most for your dollar, but you also want to make ...

What resources are available to someone wanting to price used power tools and equipment for retail sale?

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008

SBC asked: Want to price used tools, power tools, landscaping equipment (commercial mowers, trimmers, etc.) for retail sale. Looking for Blue Books, internet sites, rules-of-thumb (%), etc. Thanks!Alan

power tools?

Saturday, December 13th, 2008

marylandterpnnebraska asked: i am sistering joist in my basement. i was thinking of buying a paslode cordless nailer but wasnt sure if i needed a finisher or a trimmer. my joist are douglas fir and im sistering them with 2x8 treated joist. which cordless nailer is the best nailer to ...

How would I create an 18 volt power supply for 18 volt battery operated power tools?

Saturday, December 13th, 2008

d drayfus asked: I've measured up to 40 peak amps but could be more. I was thinking of adding several power supplies to give me the necessary voltage. Thanks in advance.Jessie