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Posted: 4/22/2022 6:03:39 PM EDT
Will this cause my death? And yes, I know we all die eventually

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Needed an impact wrench to adjust the stabilizer jacks on the new trailer and to be ready for tire changes (yes, I have a non-Harbor Freight torque wrench).

It was on sale.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:04:50 PM EDT
[#1]
DOOOM!!
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:05:36 PM EDT
[#2]
Yes.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:07:17 PM EDT
[#3]
Always wear PPE
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:07:28 PM EDT
[#4]
You already died, you just didn’t realize it.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:08:41 PM EDT
[#5]
You’ll be fine. If you own other brands of cordless tool, may not have been a good idea since the batteries aren’t interchangeable. I try to stick to one battery platform.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:09:25 PM EDT
[#6]
I got dibs on your house.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:10:59 PM EDT
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Just a multi tool 18v B&D kit I got as a gift from my kids about 5 years ago and a bunch of Ryobi 40v garden tools
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:12:44 PM EDT
[#8]
I bought there 20 volt 1 gallon spot sprayer for those weeds that seem to pop up after it rains here.  I bought a adapter to use my DeWalt batteries that works pretty well.   The sprayer rocks, I may buy the impact gun and another adapter as I have a few spare dealt chargers and batteries.  Just keep it in the trailer.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:14:24 PM EDT
[#9]
As you use it, you will slowly gain the ability to speak Chinese.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:15:58 PM EDT
[#10]
He was dead the whole time.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:16:35 PM EDT
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That's the point; I'm putting together a tool kit that will be kept in the trailer. Probably use once of those budget mechanic's tool sets, a good wiring kit, and a reasonably priced meter (no, I'm not buying a Fluke for this applications). Have a 4ft level that will go in the trailer storage, as well.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:17:22 PM EDT
[#12]
Should have sprung for the milwaukee fuel. Thing is a beast.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:17:25 PM EDT
[#13]
Does the Earth move when you use it?

If so, then you’re good to go…



Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:18:46 PM EDT
[#14]
could have bought a decent brand for that price.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:22:59 PM EDT
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I paid $229 for the kit.  

The Milwaukee was $449 for their kit.  For something that might get used an hour a year it seemed excessive.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:32:15 PM EDT
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You are already dead.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:34:47 PM EDT
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You are already dead.
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You are already dead.


Harbor Freight - the power tool sponsor of The Sixth Sense?
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:36:22 PM EDT
[#18]
Did you get the extended warranty for the extended warranty?
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:39:14 PM EDT
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Will this cause my death? And yes, I know we all die eventually

https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/2262/impact_jpg-2358185.JPG

https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/impact-wrenches/20v-cordless-34-in-xtreme-torque-impact-wrench-kit-with-40-ah-battery-fast-charger-and-case-64350.html

Needed an impact wrench to adjust the stabilizer jacks on the new trailer and to be ready for tire changes (yes, I have a non-Harbor Freight torque wrench).

It was on sale.
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pro-tip: if the power tool you're looking at, at harbor freight has packs of motor brushes for it, right next to it, do not buy that item. why would someone need to buy a pack of motor brushes, the same time they bought a power tool?
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:39:25 PM EDT
[#20]
Buy once, cry for the next 250 weeks at $25 per week

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Link Posted: 4/22/2022 6:59:52 PM EDT
[#21]
Drama QUEEN
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 7:01:14 PM EDT
[#22]
Expect one use before useless. Anything else is gravy. Lots of gravy in HF tools.

Link Posted: 4/22/2022 7:06:41 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/22/2022 7:16:06 PM EDT
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YOU'LL PUT YOUR EYE OUT!!!
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:04:06 PM EDT
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When you use it every day, for multiple years. It pays for itself.

That and I’ve sent in 3/8” impacts for a rebuild and because i was rough as hell with it, I got a whole new one for  the cost of a $150 rebuild. Milwaukees warranty has been a shitshow for some of the guys in the shop I’ve worked with

ETA: the $250 per week for $25 weeks was a joke…but not far off
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:07:16 PM EDT
[#26]
YES.   Please video tool use.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:09:53 PM EDT
[#27]
I have a harbor freight angle grinder, including their housebrand cutting wheels

Not dead yet
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:10:09 PM EDT
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I saw that he was awesome!!!
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:11:11 PM EDT
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When you use it every day, for multiple years. It pays for itself.

That and I’ve sent in 3/8” impacts for a rebuild and because i was rough as hell with it, I got a whole new one for  the cost of a $150 rebuild. Milwaukees warranty has been a shitshow for some of the guys in the shop I’ve worked with

ETA: the $250 per week for $25 weeks was a joke…but not far off
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When you use it every day, for multiple years. It pays for itself.

That and I’ve sent in 3/8” impacts for a rebuild and because i was rough as hell with it, I got a whole new one for  the cost of a $150 rebuild. Milwaukees warranty has been a shitshow for some of the guys in the shop I’ve worked with

ETA: the $250 per week for $25 weeks was a joke…but not far off


Sounds like you used an impact wrench more in one afternoon than this one will get used in 10 years (if it would last that long).
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:11:37 PM EDT
[#30]
Chi-com tools
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:12:21 PM EDT
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You have not been using them correctly.  
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:15:48 PM EDT
[#32]
I’ve been very pleasantly surprised by the longevity of HF tools compared to other pricier brands.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:15:53 PM EDT
[#33]
Has the Torque Test Channel tested that one?

I like HF stuff when its applicable, but in this instance OP, I'm pretty sure I would have got a Dewalt or Milwaukee for that kind of money
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:17:33 PM EDT
[#34]
I’ve picked up this bandsaw for a small job I was doing away from my shop.

Not gonna lie. It makes me feel bad how well it works for the price. Made its way to my garage.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:18:23 PM EDT
[#35]
I have a bunch of HF tools. I have died a lot.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:21:39 PM EDT
[#36]
You probably won't die, the HF tool will when you need it most.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:45:23 PM EDT
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You probably won't die, the HF tool will when you need it most.
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I am not so sure about that.

Tis but a flesh wound!!
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:53:11 PM EDT
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I have a harbor freight angle grinder, including their housebrand cutting wheels
Not dead yet

You have not been using them correctly.  
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Angle grinder use = face shield in my shop.

Actually I use a face shield more and more for stuff that really only calls for eye pro. Mostly because it doesn't fog up, unlike safety glasses.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 8:55:40 PM EDT
[#39]
Yes, OP.

Send all your guns and ammo to my local FFL just in case.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 10:18:09 PM EDT
[#40]
Just bought the hercules 3/8 extended ratchet. it made it 2 weeks before it took a dump. Taking it back tomorrow. Thought I would try it since home depot didn't have the Milwaukee version in stock. wrong choice.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 10:41:40 PM EDT
[#41]
HF is GTG for tools that will only be used occassionally.
Link Posted: 4/22/2022 10:48:50 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/26/2022 3:10:55 PM EDT
[#43]
Accessories for a 3/4" were insanely expensive so I returned it and bought a different 1/2" model I had a 10% off coupon for.


Everyone feel better now?

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Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:01:20 PM EDT
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Accessories for a 3/4" were insanely expensive so I returned it and bought a different 1/2" model I had a 10% off coupons for.


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Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:07:29 PM EDT
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I don't evern buy HF battery powered tools.

The reason is that they change the shit too often.

Where as, all the major brands are still pumping out tried and true stuff. I have a Rigdig 1/2" 20v impact. I bought it 10 years ago.

I can go right into the homeless despot and buy a new battery for it if I so desire.
Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:08:49 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:09:21 PM EDT
[#47]
It will shear off into your forehead.
Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:14:36 PM EDT
[#48]
Sometimes, when people want to borrow my Milwaukee tools, I just go buy them a Harbor Freight version to use. Oddly enough, all my Milwaukee tools still work and are accounted for. No idea where all those Harbor Freight versions went. Saves me money and sanity in the long run.
Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:22:30 PM EDT
[#49]
You may not but the tool will
Link Posted: 4/26/2022 4:36:01 PM EDT
[#50]
its gonna rip off your third leg.
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