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Feb 3, 2021 | 05:52 PM

ip-do-tan

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Impact Wrench Recommendations

These old muscles are having a hard time removing lug nuts with a breaker bar. Looking for impact wrench recommendations. My compressor is only 5 gallons so I believe the pneumatic type is out of the question. So, that leaves me with battery or 110v versions.

Comments appreciated.....Dan

Feb 3, 2021 | 06:06 PM

racerx3317

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I have an old Snap On that I love and still works like a charm. Pricey though.

Feb 3, 2021 | 06:31 PM

killain

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I have a really good 3/8 Ryobi impact wrench.

Feb 3, 2021 | 06:36 PM

Chatman

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I bought Amazon’s Enertwist. Claims 1050 bolt breakaway ft lbs and 450 tighten. Who knows? So far so good on the Corvette and Navigator. $70. It is corded.

Last edited by Chatman; Feb 3, 2021 at 06:37 PM.

Feb 3, 2021 | 07:06 PM

Sdk8103

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I have a couple of Kobalt impact wrenches and they work great.

Feb 3, 2021 | 08:55 PM

Velocity31

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Hilti 22v cordless impact. I have every cordless tool in their arsenal and they are superior to anything out there bar none.. We switched everything from Milwaukee to Hilti about 3 years ago. Buy the best the 1st time. Do it nice, or do it twice. 👍

Feb 3, 2021 | 09:25 PM

1968swbbigblock

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I’ve had the Milwaukee high torque impact for about 5 years and it’s been
flawless 1000 ft pounds impact 1400 ft pounds release
https://www.ohiopowertool.com/p-5487...t-2767-22.aspx

Feb 3, 2021 | 09:46 PM

Xander617

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968swbbigblock

I’ve had the Milwaukee high torque impact for about 5 years and it’s been
flawless 1000 ft pounds impact 1400 ft pounds release
https://www.ohiopowertool.com/p-5487...t-2767-22.aspx

same, great tool

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Feb 3, 2021 | 09:59 PM

Spaceme1117

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I have a Dewalt electric impact.

https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCF899HB-Brushless-Torque-Impact/dp/B00WJA1J68/ref=sr_1_26_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=dewalt%2Bimpact%2Bwrench&qid=1612407447&sr=8-26-spons&smid=A3SPLR0MSOYZ8O&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSkVLTVc0V1hPRTZHJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODc5NTI4M0xKQ1I3NUlQUUFDMyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzYyMzQ0MUI2SlNLMFUxMTdRRSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&th=1

I have used it to remove the harmonic balancer bolt; zipped it right off. Just don’t use it to put the lug nuts on or you will rip the studs off.

Feb 3, 2021 | 10:33 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968swbbigblock

I’ve had the Milwaukee high torque impact for about 5 years and it’s been
flawless 1000 ft pounds impact 1400 ft pounds release
https://www.ohiopowertool.com/p-5487...t-2767-22.aspx

Home depot has (or had last time I was in there earlier in the week) a kit with this tool, the m12 electric ratchet, and batteries and charger for 200 bucks. Was thinking I need to pick it up.

Feb 3, 2021 | 10:36 PM

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KevDude

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I have two Ridgid battery operated impact tools. Rigid makes great products for a decent price.

Feb 4, 2021 | 03:40 AM

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Don-Vette

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I use a 1/2" Dewalt20 volt MAX XR with 4Ah battery.https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-2...99M1/206387892

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Feb 4, 2021 | 05:22 AM

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Grandpa1

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I bought a Harbor Freight electric 1/2" impact wrench for $30 or so. It's a Chicago Electric brand and it works great.
I've used it a ton and like it.
Good luck!

Feb 4, 2021 | 06:57 AM

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Patsgarage

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I have used several of the 110v impact guns (DeWalt, Milwaukee & HF) and while they all do a good job they are very heavy. I think that the majority of the battery powered ones are lighter, so I suggest shopping for one in person as opposed to online.

Feb 4, 2021 | 11:48 AM

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Dutch08

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I have a battery powered Ryobi (worthless) and a cheap Harbour Freight air powered impact that is perfect for home DIY use (In a Professional shop I don't know if it would hold up).

Here's a guy that tests equipment, it might give you an idea of what will meet your needs.

Feb 4, 2021 | 11:50 AM

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64drvr

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St. Jude Donor '15

Milwaukee M18 high torque is the gold standard.

Feb 4, 2021 | 12:27 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968swbbigblock

I’ve had the Milwaukee high torque impact for about 5 years and it’s been
flawless 1000 ft pounds impact 1400 ft pounds release
https://www.ohiopowertool.com/p-5487...t-2767-22.aspx

My recommendation as well. Awesome tool.

Feb 4, 2021 | 12:43 PM

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MysteryMob

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I also have the Milwaukee high impact, and it's great. I hope they eventually go to the newer style multi-LED design, but it's still a great tool.

Feb 4, 2021 | 01:12 PM

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LilNutSac

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One day, I hope to own a Milwaukee M18 impact. 4-way tire iron has worked well for the last two decades though. REALLY wish I had it removing my leaf spring mount bolts. Shoulders hurt just thinking about it. Most blue locktite I've ever seen on four bolts!

Feb 4, 2021 | 02:23 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by LilNutSac

I thought the same way, used to only use the pneumatic impact or regular tools. However, I now have the Fuel high-torque impact, Fuel Ratchet, Fuel Hammer Drill and Impact driver, and I cannot believe how much easier it is to work on everything. Wheel lugs loosened? Seconds. Removing every single header bolt, even when stubborn? Less than a minute per side. My friend was hand-loosening one of the hard-to-reach bolts and I had the entire driver's side done before he had even finished that single one.

My shoulder and hands thank me every time I work on the car, and I highly recommend it.

Last edited by MysteryMob; Feb 4, 2021 at 02:24 PM.

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