Anyone have any experiance with Firestorm Tools?

Slow_Hand

January 25, 2007 05:44

Cubs, IMO, stop farking around with homeowner quality junk. Take a really close look at the pro stuff and the pricing. You'll fare much better with a real power tool - not B&D, not Skil, not Craftsman, etc. The deals at Lowes on DeWalt, Bosch and Hitachi to name a few are terrific. More power. Smoother running. Come with two batteries in most cases. 1 year or more warranty.

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shootlow

January 25, 2007 05:50

i have that drill and have had no problem with it
i have a Mikita that needs new batterys at 90.00 a pop i dont think so

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Captplaid

January 25, 2007 05:51

I have a Makita 12V. Batteries are dead.

The DeWalt 18V is proven and very popular. Borrow dad's all the time.

I do use my Chraftman corded 3/8 drill a lot. Sweet drill. I think it was made by B&D/DeWalt. I don't care for the 1/2 drill. Too Much power in the 1/2 inch drilling through metal. Really hurts the wrist when the bit catches and twists the drill. I'm still bigger than the 3/8 drill.

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WholesaleTool

January 25, 2007 05:52

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http://www.wttool.com/product-exec/product_id/40502/nm/1_2_Keyless_Chuck_Cordless_Drill_Driver
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http://www.wttool.com/category-exec/category_id/12942/nm/Cordless
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WT

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 05:53

quote:Originally posted by Slow_Hand
Cubs, IMO, stop farking around with homeowner quality junk. Take a really close look at the pro stuff and the pricing. You'll fare much better with a real power tool - not B&D, not Skil, not Craftsman, etc. The deals at Lowes on DeWalt, Bosch and Hitachi to name a few are terrific. More power. Smoother running. Come with two batteries in most cases. 1 year or more warranty.

If you feel like throwing in an extra hundred bucks, then we'll talk. You may have the money for nice tools like that. I, on the other hand, don't.

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 05:55

You have some good stuff there WT. I don't have the time to wait for it to be shipped. I plan on having this done by midday tomorrow.

Thanks though. I bookmarked your site.[:)]

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WholesaleTool

January 25, 2007 06:01

quote:Originally posted by cubslover
You have some good stuff there WT. I don't have the time to wait for it to be shipped. I plan on having this done by midday tomorrow.

Thanks though. I bookmarked your site.[:)]

Visit the store in Indy sometime.[;)] 601 E. Hanna.
Tell em I sent ya.
WT

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Slow_Hand

January 25, 2007 06:17

quote:Originally posted by cubslover
quote:Originally posted by Slow_Hand
Cubs, IMO, stop farking around with homeowner quality junk. Take a really close look at the pro stuff and the pricing. You'll fare much better with a real power tool - not B&D, not Skil, not Craftsman, etc. The deals at Lowes on DeWalt, Bosch and Hitachi to name a few are terrific. More power. Smoother running. Come with two batteries in most cases. 1 year or more warranty.

If you feel like throwing in an extra hundred bucks, then we'll talk. You may have the money for nice tools like that. I, on the other hand, don't.

But you wouldn't buy a Lorcin, or a Jimenez or a Davis would you? You get exactly what you pay for in this life. Absolutely no sarcasm or malice intended Cubs. I'm only trying to help you get more value for your bucks.

After you buy the low-end homeowner quality item and burn it out or find that it just doesn't cut it, you'll probably go out and spend the additional bucks on something much better.

Unlike with guns, I do have many, many years of firsthand experience with power tools and I have more of them than most people even dream of or possibly heard of.

The losers are long gone, discarded and replaced with performers. Truth be told, it's not all that much more money to buy good pro quality power tools over homeowner quality. Check out the torque, rpm's, smoothnesss and responsiveness of the variable speed, replacement battery pricing, spare charger cost, etc.

The better tools are more powerful and have years and years of shelf life on the accessories while the other stuff doesn't. In 6 months, you'll find a new version of the homeowner quality item with different voltage or incompatible batteries and a different charger.

That's how the lower end tool companies make their money. And whatever you decide, don't buy these widely available China imports. The gear noise alone will make you wince and many come over here with no lubrication inside them.

Good luck in your quest, Cubs.[:)]

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Captplaid

January 25, 2007 06:46

I think I've given up on buying my own cordless. Sticking with the cord.

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 06:56

You're right I'd never buy a lorcin, or the others. But I need it NOW and don't have the time to wait until I have the cash laying around to buy a $300 drill. I walked out of Lowes with the Firestorm for $99. If it lasts as long as my Craftsman I'll be more than happy.

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Slow_Hand

January 25, 2007 07:00

quote:Originally posted by cubslover
You're right I'd never buy a lorcin, or the others. But I need it NOW and don't have the time to wait until I have the cash laying around to buy a $300 drill. I walked out of Lowes with the Firestorm for $99. If it lasts as long as my Craftsman I'll be more than happy.

I hope it does and then some. Good luck with the project itself, Cubs.

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codenamepaul

January 25, 2007 07:05

I'd agree with Slow-Hand if you are a pro-buy pro tools. If you are a homeowner buying pro tools for around the house, you're wasting money. Buy a decent homeowner tool and it will likely last as long as you need it.

Me? I waste my money.

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 07:07

quote:Originally posted by Slow_Hand
quote:Originally posted by cubslover
You're right I'd never buy a lorcin, or the others. But I need it NOW and don't have the time to wait until I have the cash laying around to buy a $300 drill. I walked out of Lowes with the Firestorm for $99. If it lasts as long as my Craftsman I'll be more than happy.

I hope it does and then some. Good luck with the project itself, Cubs.

Thanks buddy, sorry if I was a litte short earlier. I was a little PO'd that the thing worked about a week ago and now it won't hold a charge. As far as the High quality tools go. I have some Makita and Porter Cable tools, VERY NICE. I'm only 22 and plan on having a shop set up with those brands in the future.

The firestorm is pretty decent. 1/2" twin chuck, 440 in-lbs of torque, 350rpm in low, 1400 in high. I got a twin bank charger and two 18V batteries with it. Definitely not a Task Force, but no Delta/Hitachi either.

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Slow_Hand

January 25, 2007 07:27

It's all good, Cubs. Thanks.[:)]

Now shut off the PC and get to work!!![:D]

BTW, just about a month to go for Sweet Lou and the Cubbies to start their run for the pennant - eh? Seriously, I hope they do make it to the big dance this year along with my Yankees. THAT would be a series!

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D1

January 25, 2007 07:39

quote:Originally posted by cubslover
I'm on the Lowes site right now looking at new drills

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=23106-79992-FS1800D&lpage=none

I've had a B & D for years and love it. I also own CRAFTSMAN and some DEWALT. I'm no contractor but I am a big DIY'er. For what I do, I'll never wear them out. What ever you do, stick with 18 volt. The craftsman 18 volt platform is great. You have a lot of tools you can use it with. I have the drill, circular saw, stapler, reciprocating saw and some other stuff.

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Captplaid

January 25, 2007 07:40

quote:Originally posted by Slow_Hand
It's all good, Cubs. Thanks.[:)]

Now shut off the PC and get to work!!![:D]

BTW, just about a month to go for Sweet Lou and the Cubbies to start their run for the pennant - eh? Seriously, I hope they do make it to the big dance this year along with my Yankees. THAT would be a series!

Got Cliff Flyod. Supposedly to come off the bench. I see him as starting. Last piece to the puzzle. '07 will be the year.

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 09:04

quote:Originally posted by Captplaid
quote:Originally posted by Slow_Hand
It's all good, Cubs. Thanks.[:)]

Now shut off the PC and get to work!!![:D]

BTW, just about a month to go for Sweet Lou and the Cubbies to start their run for the pennant - eh? Seriously, I hope they do make it to the big dance this year along with my Yankees. THAT would be a series!

Got Cliff Flyod. Supposedly to come off the bench. I see him as starting. Last piece to the puzzle. '07 will be the year.

!

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breddyrrt

January 25, 2007 09:09

Check the local pawn shops. I get tools like new alot. They will usually deal with you on price.
Brian

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Warpig883

January 25, 2007 09:13

quote:They will usually deal with you on price

No pawn shop I have ever been in will deal even a penny on price on anything.

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breddyrrt

January 25, 2007 09:24

quote:Originally posted by Warpig883
quote:They will usually deal with you on price

No pawn shop I have ever been in will deal even a penny on price on anything.

Maybe its a southern thing?
They all will around here or they won't sell it.
Maybe there competition has made them.

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Topkick

January 25, 2007 10:14

I have the full DEWALT set and I use it every day on the job. I also have the full RYOBE set which sits on the shelf.

I don't touch CRAFTSMAN power tools, only the wrenches.
Good luck!

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 10:19

Home Depot had a good deal on a Ryobi set, but it was only a 3/8's chuck.

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ripley16

January 25, 2007 10:25

Helped a neighbor build a deck out of Ipe using a Firestorm drill. It was VERY impressive. When my Dewalt dies I'm buying a Firestorm. Ipe "eats" cordless drills by the way.

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Cubslover

January 25, 2007 10:27

quote:Originally posted by ripley16
Helped a neighbor build a deck out of Ipe using a Firestorm drill. It was VERY impressive. When my Dewalt dies I'm buying a Firestorm. Ipe "eats" cordless drills by the way.

From what little I've used it, it's very nice. Super fast, dual charging block instead of just one and the batteries have a good charge in them after just about 20-30min.

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dongizmo

January 25, 2007 10:36

quote:Originally posted by Warpig883
quote:They will usually deal with you on price

No pawn shop I have ever been in will deal even a penny on price on anything.

The ones I go to do[:D]
Don

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OldNavyGuy

January 25, 2007 12:04

I have to concur with a previous poster .... check out the pawn shops! I got a good deal on a dewalt there myself before Christmas.
If you use them to make a living, it pays to get the best in "some" things, but in other things it really doesent matter that much. No need to tie up a bundle of money in something you dont use very often.
Unlike guns, its hard to sell tools and get your money back out of them. Usually on guns you can break even or only loose a little. Sometimes even make a profit. i have never, ever sold a used drill and made money. Just my 2 cents.

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