Cordless drill for scissor jacks
Looking to purchase a cordless drill to raise and lower the four scissor jacks on my TT. A make and model number with a strong tork just for that would be very helpful.
Thank you
Thank you
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Dick_B wrote:
Be sure is is 18V, not 12V.
I'll repeat once more ... WHY? :h Provided the stabs' drive screws are clean and properly lubed it takes very little torque at all to turn those screws. Why heft around a 5 or 6 lb drill when a little 12 volt puppy will do the job just as effectively?
OK, I'll go to my room now. :W- If you want a cheap cordless drill, you can get a Hyper tough 18v at Walmart for less then $20. The only bad news is that I can't find a spare battery, but for that price, I guess you can just buy another drill. I also will hand tighten the jacks the last turn or so.
- Another vote for a non-impact drill. And no, you don't need a lot of torque. I'm using the 18V Dewalt the kids got me for Christmas one year.
- Another vote for the Ryobi 18v.
- I like the Makita 18V cordless drill and have several tools that use the same BL1830 battery. Be sure is is 18V, not 12V. Model numbers change too frequently but one for sale now is XFD10R LXT, 18V, 2.0 Ah. The kit is less than $200 and includes the drill, charger, battery and case. I like the BL1830 batteries over the BL1820 ones for more power although they are heavier.
I have also had good luck with reconditioned Makita tools. Do a Google search. - I carry an 18v impact driver the socket below, available at Amazon (And maybe Camping World).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N0IHMXM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- I bought this set for work. It's amazing how the little impact driver works on corroded screws and small bolts. Too noisy for the stabilizers so I use the drill motor. Very quick up and down and quiet. I too use blocks of wood. Keeps the ants' feet warm when they step out to announce our arrival.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-20-Volt-Max-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Combo-Kit-2-Tool-DCK240C2/204373168 - I use a Kawasaki 21.6 volt cordless drill and I use blocks under the stabilizers as others have mentioned. The only reason I use the Kawasaki is that when I was looking for a cordless drill, Costco had these and the price was right and has served me well for 5+ years.
- Ryobi is my choice, and now is the time to watch for sales.
Here's a link.
180v, 2 batteries, charger, and case - I use a 18 volt Dewalt cordless drill and also put blocks under the stabilizer jacks because it does increase stability. Works great for me :).
