btw, i just watched the video ozak posted. quite informative. thanks for sharing

i am quite relieved to see that bosch batteries doesnt fails as frquent as makita

i was contemplating between makita, bosch and dewalt 18v platform before investing on bosch, just because it's easier to buy bosch replacement batteries than others

You need chainsaw to prepare for zombie apocalypse.

If you can read chinese, go explore those OEM/2nd hand makita bateries in taobao.

Don't buy.

You will end up like me. Few time use and the rest of the time in store room for thousand of yrs.

Ryobi 14" 1250w



This post has been edited by ozak: Sep 12 2018, 08:59 AM

hurm... that's a very strong reason. brb. oh wait

LoL.. i will try to avoid china batteries

the best cells are made in korea by LG or samseng


hahah... this is what i try to avoid. that's why i buy stuff that i really use (translation: make me money)

They still using samsung or sony battery.
If using china battery I don't dare to touch also.

did this yesterday, in about 30 minutes.

using an axe it'll take me all morning. and usually very tired after that.

it's not for everyone, since not everyone lives in the jungle and/or have big trees to trim. most people would be content with a pair of pruning scissors.

but please don't buy an electric chainsaw.

My tools --> Local council.

Apa susah susah.

hahah... u really need a bigger chainsaw. your chainsaw is so small compared to the large quantity of branches you pruned

should go for 24" or 36" one

that is the 12". of course looks small, because it is small.


also have this 18". not suitable for small work.


this is the garage, true as of this evening. with part of the tools.
pardon the mess, i just moved in.

very clean and organized. mine is a few l-boxxes and i throw it in whatever i need for the job that day

then there's a few boxes where i take out from the l-boxx what i dun need and chuck it there

LoL... my set of 48 / 36 / 24 / 12" pipe wrenches lie on the floor cos it's too heavy for me to organize

Please recommend me a hammer drill RM300-600 home use mostly prefer bosch, makita, dewalt more reliable brands.

Thanks!

I assume you are going to drill hole through concrete, tiles, brick etc.

Option

Stanley STEL503K 720W 22mm

Stanley SHR263KA 800w 26mm

Hitachi DH26PC 830w 26mm 3.2J?

Dewalt 25133K 800w 26mm

This post has been edited by amco: Aug 9 2017, 11:24 PM

Thanks, for the recommendations hitachi looks good on paper, but it dont have the drill depth guide? or anywhere i can attach it?

EDIT: nvm i saw the photos for it thanks!

Hitachi will be the best choice now. Stanley quality drop a lot according to my hardware stores friends.

This post has been edited by LeZintart: Aug 9 2017, 11:37 PM

stanley are known for their hand tools, not power tools

their powers tools are re-branded from china manufacturer where they have licensing agreement under Black + Decker & Stanley, of which DeWalt and some other known brands are under it too

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanley_Black_%26_Decker

i think ACE power tools also come from the same manufacturer for Stanley powertools

some of DeWalt high end stuff are still made in USA / europe

My Dremel butane torch arrived.

Can do some speed solder and heat shrink wire. Or do copper joint.



Low setting


High Setting


Brought additional solder tip. Actually only need 1 type. But it come in a set.


As high as 900+c.


Solder tip temp.


Can solder the battery fast without damage it.


This post has been edited by ozak: Sep 12 2018, 09:00 AM

was considering that model previously.


but since i do a lot of soldering, went with the solder instead.


this pocket torch i use for small torching, shrink wraps and heating stuffs up.
burning garbage and also as lighter.

larger torching i use the butane cap directly on gas can.

not as nice as the other guy with french cleat.
clever design i'm gonna copy him put in my garage.

LoL... i too have prince torch... but i use it to light up cigars.

have to use those special odourless butane gas refill

Initial think of the Dremel versatip too. But worry the torch fire power. Since I want 2 in 1 with higher flame torch.

So decide get the bigger wan. And it have a larger tank.

I already have a 18w solder iron. This is for bigger solder job.

Have a bad experience with the butane gas solder iron others brand. Doesn't last long and it not hot enough. Throw away.

Have such a small torch. 1 day it cannot light up. Dismantle and service. Still not work. Probably some dirt block the nozzle. End in rubbish bin I like this torch. It is my 2nd torch.