1/2" Impact Driver

im a tool freak with absolutely loads, part of my job too, but also never heard of kielder,, very cheap compared to the top brands.. be interesting to know where they are made?
I,ve gone makita since they are the biggest, so easier for parts, repairs (not needed yet) and even non oem spares are plentiful if on a budget...
I use the 1/4" hex impact on the car, just break it off with something first . saves a lot of time even with a not so powerfull impact driver...
Problem with new companys and powertools are that they soon change the design, then your old battery just dont fit..

Makita all the way

I do not like empty batteries. Of course it is my own fault that I fail to charge them..
Remember to charge before leaving them out of use for a while, this prolongs the battery life.
I own several blue Bosch 10.8v tools so with four batteries i often get to use it. Very handy for the nuts up to approx 12mm socket. It can get in very tight spots, especially the small and short Bosch GDR10.8 impact driver. I am soon out of 1/4" sockets (cheap china rubbish) as many have been damaged by the force of this tiny machine.
Many offers for the GSR/GDR package at toolstop and similar places. Highly recommended!

But for the larger bolts i like my air powered 1/2" torque wrench and my large compressor. never out of batteries but big, bulky and not excactly cordless with thick and stiff hose. But the power is all i need and more.
If you go air powered you will need a good air supply. at least 300l/min and 50 liter tank. 500/200 for sandblasting or more heavy powered jobs.

I believe in impact drivers and used a airline one for years but then I got a mains one and it is so convenient I ended using it more. For me the trouble with battery ones is that they are always flat or even dead wen I need it because it is not in use every day.

helijohn wrote: I believe in impact drivers and used a airline one for years but then I got a mains one and it is so convenient I ended using it more. For me the trouble with battery ones is that they are always flat or even dead wen I need it because it is not in use every day.

The Mains powered impact drivers i have seen are bigger and bulkier than the air powered versions?
What brand is yours?

If you don't spending a bit more then hilti wins hands down on longevity and quality. www.hilti.co.uk/cordless-systems/cordles...s-and-wrenches/r4926