Impact wrench recommendations?

[JASinIL2006]

Hi all, I’m looking to pick up a 1/2” impact wrench for weekend DIY car/truck projects. I’d like something that isn’t too large and that won’t break the bank. (I don’t need a mechanic-quality tool.) I could go air or battery powered. Any recommendations?

 

[alldodge]

There is a big difference between battery and air. What are you wanting to remove or install?

 

[JASinIL2006]

I have a fairly powerful electric Milwaukee impact wrench, looking for something a little more compact for nuts and bolts torqued to 150 foot pounds or less. Getting ready to do some front suspension work on my F150.

 

[alldodge]

The dewalt 1/4 inch impact drill driver can produces 117 ft lbs
the DCF899B 1/2 produces 700 ft lb

I like the IR compact 1/2 air. This is the same as the Craftsman which cost less and does 1350 ft lb with four settings. In any case I like the air models for over all because of cost and versatility

 

[JASinIL2006]

Something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EN7GEGY/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_tai_i_Xs57Ab4FZK98H

I like the idea of a 1/2” because I already have some sockets in that size.

 

[alldodge]

That would be a great one for all around

 

[82rude]

Heres a thought on battery powered one,https://www.harborfreight.com/20v-m...ss-xtreme-torque-impact-wrench-kit-63852.html

 

[jakedaawg]

Th1000 nuff said I think...got it off the snappy truck repo drawer. 100$ 1000 ft lbs.

 

[jakedaawg]

Aircat brand 1000 th I think.

small portable powerful. Better than any name brand snappy or Mac I have ever had.

all over the net, they work HARD.

 

[blamtro]

Id highly reccomend the milwaukee mid torque M18

 

[bruceb58]

I have an Ingersoll Rand that has worked well for me for years.

https://www.amazon.com/Ingersoll-Ran...=airtools07-20

 

[bigdee]

I have a IR that is 40 years old. Also have a HF air and a HF electric that works just as well.

 

[WIMUSKY]

Heres a thought on battery powered one,https://www.harborfreight.com/20v-m...ss-xtreme-torque-impact-wrench-kit-63852.html

The day I spend $260 on a HF tool, well, it will never happen. For that kind of money I'll buy name brand... For $40 more I'd buy this:
https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200643642_200643642

 

[MTboatguy]

The day I spend $260 on a HF tool, well, it will never happen. For that kind of money I'll buy name brand... For $40 more I'd buy this:
https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200643642_200643642

Wim, there new earthquake air tools are getting really good reviews, I am seriously condsidering picking one up, they rock, good feel in the hand and hit hard, it is part of their newer professional line.

 

[JASinIL2006]

Hi all, after doing a bit more reading and consulting the checkbook (and the Admiral), I decided to try an inexpensive model: http://a.co/7EMEgPw. It's an AC Delco 1/2" impact from Amazon. It was only $31. I know it's not in the same category as something like the Ingersoll Rand, but for my modest and occasional uses it was worth the gamble.

I used it on my F150 front end project and it worked really well. It's quite heavy and seems well made. My compressor really isn't an appropriate size for running a lot of air tools, but even so, the impact wrench worked well. If I really get into doing this kind of work, I might need to move up to a higher grade tool, but for now, this does what I need.

Thanks again for everyone's input on this.

Jim

 

[bigdee]

Hi all, after doing a bit more reading and consulting the checkbook (and the Admiral), I decided to try an inexpensive model: http://a.co/7EMEgPw. It's an AC Delco 1/2" impact from Amazon. It was only $31. I know it's not in the same category as something like the Ingersoll Rand, but for my modest and occasional uses it was worth the gamble.

I used it on my F150 front end project and it worked really well. It's quite heavy and seems well made. My compressor really isn't an appropriate size for running a lot of air tools, but even so, the impact wrench worked well. If I really get into doing this kind of work, I might need to move up to a higher grade tool, but for now, this does what I need.

Thanks again for everyone's input on this.

Jim

Glad it worked out. Also glad you did not overspend on a tool that is only used occasionally. It allowed you to complete your project for $31.....that is a deal for a prudent budget!