DeWalt DCF813S2 12v 3/8 Electric Impact Tool Review -EricTheCarGuy

[@emmanuelmata]

Awesome honest review! Stay that way Eric even if a company starts paying you to do reviews on their tools. Us the viewers apreciate that thanx

[@GhostAcheron]

Something tells me DeWalt paid him to do this review, it was an honest review and very good but he was really being generous and nice about it considering how shit it was.

[@DestDroid]

He says hes not in the video, I think he was just disappointed.

[@suomik1988]

Dest Droid Agreed. If DeWalt was paying him, they probably would have gave him the 18V if there is one. Milwaukee has one and it would tear that little DeWalt apart.

[@ericrollins8960]

If he was paid for that review he would of fixed the review to make sure it looked like a real winner by breaking the lugs a little first or Somthing.

[@blueovalfan23]

found it for $99 at lowes just today. this video saved me $99... i use the 20v version at work and that thing is pretty nice. from what i've seen, i'd be better off buying an off brand on amazon or ebay.

[@LMacNeill]

For $200, that's very disappointing... :-(

[@FarFromAvgJoe]

Nice to see another DeWalt product putting out a third of the stated ability. I got rid of my DeWalt junk and moved over to Ridgid on Black Friday 2012, haven't looked back since.

[@prooutdoorsman]

rigid is fucking junk compared to dewalt. These 12v tools are made to compete with prices of other brands such as rigid and ryobi which are much cheaper quality. The 18v and higher stuff is where the quality dewalt tools are.

[@FarFromAvgJoe]

prooutdoorsman I used an 18v impact for 5 inch lags working with DirecTV. I even returned and replaced it... Twice. Neither of the 3 DeWalts lasted me more than 2 weeks. The Ridgid has been going strong 6 days a week. Not to mention it's lighter, cheaper, and has a battery meter on it.

[@hossrod]

I recently got fed up with my mismash of cordless tools (Ryobi, B&D and even some HF) and saved my money and bought all new DeWalt 20V Max tools. I've been HIGHLY impressed with the quality and performance. I have both the 3/8 and 1/2 inch impact and I can tell you the 3/8 20V is much stronger than the 12V, I know because I started by getting the 12V 3/8 impact and the drill, within a week I took them back and got 20V versions. So I've used both. I think the rating is like 35 ft/lbs more than the 12V, but I swear it is more. Also, the 20V batteries have gauges on them. As for Air tools, since getting my 20V set, I've only used my air compressor for painting, sand blaster and blowing air. I love being able to take my impact, drill, angle grinder and sawsall to the U-Pull it.

[@TheRivethead]

Used this exact kit for the last year pretty much every day and has held up great and also surprises me what it does break loose

[@q......]

Just wanted to make a quick note, when Eric said he knows when to recharge when it looses it's "umpf" You can see on the battery that it is a lithium ion battery. Lithium ion batteries do not behave in the same way NiCd batteries do. By that I mean NiCd batteries used in tools will start to go slower and slower until fully drained. lithium-ion batteries on the other hand will keep going at full until they just stop. Just a note to some people out there that may not know this. NiCd batteries due to the memory effect issues it is generally best/advised to run the battery all the way down then recharge the battery. With a lithium Ion battery you do not do that. Even if you only use it for a few minutes and it still has like 80% or higher charge, recharge it. This will give you the best life out of the battery.

[@The_Osprey]

I just got the best 3/8 cordless impact. Milwaukee M18 Fuel. They have a brushless DC motor and produce 200 ft/lbs of torque on the highest setting. After sitting for a month or so I was able to rotate my tires (removing and installing 20 lug nuts) and afterward I discovered that only 25% of the battery charge had been consumed. That is using the smaller 2.0 battery. You can get them with a 4.0 battery that is obviously twice as large with twice the charge. They ain't cheap (~$300) but they're worth it.

[@scrimmy6969]

Thank you for this review. I have a 1/2" and 1/4" dewalt impact. I take apart trucks and sell parts on Ebay for a living just using my Dewalt 18 volt impacts. I have yet had to break out my air impact. I was actually going to buy this tool. After this review I will spend my money on something else. Thank you Eric.

[@1944johndeerel]

In all honesty If you are at all able to exchange it Take it back and exchange it for a dewalt 20v max 1/4" impact driver that way you can use it for all your screws and fastners around the shop and when you want to do 3/8" sockets you pop in a 3/8" adapter you will be much more satisfied with that tool

[@shanereed4459]

I am a dealership tech and I use one of these. After many years the tool is still going strong. I do thing that your pneumatic impact wrench is a mac, it looks to be the same as the one we have but Im not familiar with ingersall as much. Note we only use it for light use

[@singlespeedman]

I have that same gun for over two years. It is great, I would buy it again.I use it everyday at work as a diesel mechanic.

[@foshizdiz]

Good review as always Eric. Just a note on batteries and power output: The lithium-ion batteries that this tool has and more and more new tools have these days shouldn't decrease in power as the battery is used. These batteries should have a 'fade-free' characteristic which allows the power output to remain constant until the battery runs out which it will then cut out power instantly. The older types of batteries (Ni-cad) will have this power fade problem along with other problems therefore should be avoided. For this type of work a tool with a minimum 18V and a 3.0 - 4.0Ah battery would be more useful :) Keep up the brilliant work

[@fuckjewtube69]

You probably know this by now, but if you're going to get cordless anything, get Milwaukee. Especially their impacts. They have cordless impact wrenches that have equal torque to the best air impacts.

[@pointeroverflow]

I have the DeWalt 36V 1/2" impact (rated to 320 ft/lbs) and havent found anything it couldnt take off yet. Although i'm not a professional mechanic, the largest fasteners i've taken off were rusted bolts/nuts connecting a strut to a steering knuckle which were supposed to be torqued to 155 ft/lbs, and it didnt struggle at all. I got it because I have to work on my cars in a parking lot and lugging a air compressor and tank around would be impractical. The only downside is that the impact is rather large, uses a detent pin to retain the socket requiring a tool to remove the socket, and cost $450.

[@siringosurtr6986]

that unique sound that the pneumatic gun makes says it all, a true mechanics weapon! and lest we forget extremely reliable

[@junglejim13660]

Eric, I have the 1/2 Dewalt Impact Wrench- DCF880HM2 20-volt with the lithium ion batteries and it removed my lug nuts (torqued at 100 ft lbs) with no problem. The lithium ion batteries also have a power gauge to let you know the the batteries energy level. I also used this wrench to change out a ball joint and control arm on a 2005 Pontiac Vibe-the tool worked like a charm. Thanks again for your review.

[@18iser]

Please make a video about it, because I do not believe u one bit.

[@junglejim13660]

Who cares what you believe.

[@spelunkerd]

When looking at cost, one has to remember the cost of replacing batteries. Total cost for my air tools and compressor over 25 years is just the equipment, zero ongoing cost. Over the same time interval, the biggest cost of battery powered tools is in the batteries. Just like inkjet computer printers, the outlay cost is just the beginning.

[@Dj_HackStyle]

Eric, i too was looking for a good 3/8 cordless impact tool and i took all those brands into consideration but i ended up buying a snap on CT4410a, i spent about $500 right from the truck, its light weight and wayyy more powerful than any other cordless 3/8 out there, similar to your 3/8 air gun.

[@pentiuman]

I too expected much more from a DeWalt tool, (I love my DeWalt drill), so am surprised and disappointed!

[@AnthonyTufo]

DeWalt also sells a 1/4 impact that is a 20v. That way you're able to quick change bits that are 1/4 drive, 3/8, and 1/2. And yes it is capable of breaking most lug nuts loose.

[@CmdrGendoIkari]

DeWalt almost always makes pretty good tools. I bought a regular 12v drill years ago just for removing window hardware as a painter, as it was smaller and lighter than the 18v, and it has lots of torque, 350 ft-lbs. on a fresh charge. I've even used it for crazy stuff like drilling 3/8 holes in 1/2 inch plate steel. Only real issue is battery time and overall battery lifetime, though it's a NiMH type. Ace Hardware currently wants $70 for a new battery, which is half what I paid for the drill and two batteries at the same damn store. lol I think you're best off going 18v+ for mechanics tasks.

[@jajaid6]

hope you kept the receipt.ps-the pneumatic sound will always be more awesome.great videos!

[@vanilladiiip]

hey eric, work on reefers doing lots of engine work diesel mechanic also. i have the dewalt 3/8 for 2 years never let me down. its been on fire before from breakcleaner, its dropped off city busses i worked on.. rained on. high heat and extream cold been breaten back and forth and still is working!!! changed 2 rings on the drive on my 3rd ready change soon i use alot! i have the expensive 3/8 ingersol electric one which is power full but very heavy and akward! love this gun highly recommend

[@RICKAFIX]

I like the Dewalt brand and I had one of these and didn't work for what i needed it for..So it was returned...Nice review Eric

[@Trials-and-Tribulations]

Should've bought the DeWault 18-19 volt 3/8 impact. More volts the better.

[@therealuncleevil]

I have the Craftsman C3. It's 1/2" but I paid half the price for it and it hasn't had any issue getting lugs or suspension bolts off with it. It couldn't quite crack a crank bolt but I wouldn't have been able to get the pulley off without it. I'd love to see you do a review comparing it to your ACDelco 1/2"

[@jarinwilson9539]

Eric, the 20v version is far superior in my experience. I purchased one after watching Brian's review of it. Mac also has their own version. Shop around, I'm sure you can find a deal on one.

[@trappersteveo]

I don't know if anyone has said anything about it yet, but Matco makes a Infinium 1/4" cordless impact and it is amazing. I have one at the shop I work at and it will outwork most 3/8 cordless impacts. They claim to break away 70 lb/ft and that's probably a low estimate. I've taken apart engines and transmissions with mine and it just hammers the bolts off. The down side is its pricey. Also you need to use a quality socket with them or you'll be breaking sockets often.

[@q......]

I have a Ryobi 1/4" impact I got it with a drill and 2 batteries for about the same price that DeWalt is. The Ryobi is supposed to be 1500 in lbs, and I haven't had any problems with it. There have been a few bolts that I couldn't undo with it, but to be fair I had to put a shit load of force to finally break them loose. At the time I lost my 1/2 to 3/8 adapter so I couldn't try my 250 ft lb air impact on it, I doubt that would have worked, that bolt was on there... I am not sure how much yours costs, just saying that if someone wants a lower priced alternative that works, it's worth checking out. If yours claims to be 70 ft lb. 1500 in lb equates to around 124 ft lb.

[@MrThewoodlover]

Dewalt's 12v lineup of drills and impacts are solely meant to be used for very light jobs, such as driving screws into wood and drilling very thin steel (HVAC/ELECTRICIAN WORK), Compared to its competitors the Dewalt 12v lineup is a heck of a lot lighter to reduce fatigue on the operator. They were never meant for power/torque. I believe that they even have polymer gears to reduce as much weight as possible. If Power/torque is needed for a job then look elsewhere, something like Milwaukee or Bosch Should do the job, but do not expect it to be as light as the Dewalt ones.

[@luizmelo8712]

GREAT VIDEO. IT'S EXACTLY WHAT I WAS TRYING TO FIND OUT ABOUT THIS TOOL, I THOUGHT IT HAD ENOUGH POWER FOR CHANGING TIRES BUT NOW I AM DISAPOINTED.

[@MustangGuru]

The DCF902S2 3/8 12v xtreme compact series is $99. With 2 batteries and charger. Looks just like that one. And it’s brushless. It has a neat feature. In mode1 while removing a nut or bolt it goes to mode3 till it detects free spin then slows down, While tightening detecting free spin it goes slow once it feels resistance it pauses a second then goes to mode3. This one has 150bls ft of tightening torque and 200bls ft of loosing torque. This one removes lugs no problems. But that’s not what I bought it for.

[@kenman1717]

I have that same 3/8 DeWalt cordless. I use it every day, have had it for about 8 months. I warrantied both batteries about a month ago. the more often you use them and recharge them the shorter the life gets. the first new battery lasted a week on its initial charge and that was using it every day. the old ones I was charging them at least once a day. MAC now sells one that is identical, well they are partnered with DeWalt. it is black and red and it still takes the same dewalt batteries.

[@THEGREATONE420]

Eric would be nice if you could review the cordless Milwaukee 1/2" M18 Fuel Impact...model 2763.... 1100 ft lbs nut busting torque...

[@jetjazz05]

I purchased a Makita BTW450 in June of 2013, it was 290 dollars open box from Amazon, but amazingly the person hadn't even used it. Looks like it was a gift, they looked at it, then sent it back. Anyways that thing has a breaking force of (supposedly) 325 lb-ft, but is simply on or off. For breaking bolts loose like lugs or pulley bolts it's great. Retail this goes for about 380 to 400 right now, and it weighs almost 8 pounds. I think when you buy something that's low voltage/low amp, light weight, and inexpensive, it's going to shine through. I guess I couldn't really see the value in having something that could BARELY break loose 30 lb-ft, I can do that with a 3/8 ratchet. The only nice thing would be to break it loose and then use it to spin the nut off, but usually I find that even a tool that size isn't going to fit where I'm working in.

[@buggsyspam]

I had a similar problem with a Craftsmen 1/2" pneumatic impact. I had two exchanges (3 tools) that would only run a lug nut down to about 30-35 ft-lbs. I gave up and took in-store credit to buy an Ingersoll Rand. If you feel like giving it another test, run down a lug nut with this impact then measure it with a beam-type torque wrench. The point where the bolt starts to turn is a reasonable guess at the torque.

[@HebrewHammer4130]

I had a DeWalt 12v 3/8 impact before and it works really well taking apart interiors. It's small and easy to get into and out of tighter spaces. But I really didn't have the power that I needed for mechanical work.

[@simonsj15]

I think you would have much better results with the 18V or the 20V models.

[@ericthecarguy]

I agree.

[@jaykesrwani]

+EricTheCarGuy craftsman 1/2 inch 300 ft lbs electric impact seems to be working wonders with me. I wish you can take a look at that one. It's almost the same price as this one or a few bucks more

[@ericohman]

+Jay 90 I'm from Europe but I found out that 18V and 20V are the same. 20V is just a 18V battery with no load, hence 20V (MAX).

[@mvque]

Makita 1/4" hex chuck puts out 1420 in lbs. We use it at our shop for remove most 8mm and 10mm fasterners in tight spot

[@GCraigmile]

Thanks Eric for taking the time to test that tool and show what it can and cant do. You testing helps us all NOT buy one!!.. I'll stick to my Snap-On and IR' battery tools.. Milwaukee makes a very,very,very good battery ratchet it comes 1/4 or 3/8. 3/8 Milwaukee 2457-21 or 1/4 Milwaukee 2456-21.. This tool is one you have to have if you do it for a living!!.. 30Year's Mec'

[@kenskip1]

Eric, if you get the opportunity try a 3/8 Milwaukee 12 volt impact. I have 3 12 volt tools from Milwaukee and the impact wrench works great. I have not tried to remove tires but works great on nearly all other fasteners.Great video, thanks Ken

[@nJkiLlz101]

first off with the lithium ion batteries, they always have a full charge, so you tool is always working at full power, you will see this when the battery runs out the tool will just stop working and not slowly die. Secondly i have the 3/8 drive dewalt 20v impact, it will take off lug nuts, trans bolts, engine mount bolts, ect. The difference between the 12v and 20v is night and day and for the price it is way more sensible to get the 20v over the 12v

[@nJkiLlz101]

oh, that price you listed is crazy, i can go to home depot and get a 20v lithium ion combo pack of impact and drill for the 199.99

[@andymagill5891]

Surprised at how poor the dewalt was, glad to have watched before I bought one. You sure take it back and get the IR cordless 3/8

[@1944johndeerel]

the 12v max is designed for smaller jobs where you dont need a bigger impact. I have a 20v max which has alot more power than the 12v max tools. but electric impacts are way less poweful than pneumatic tools. Dewalt makes a corded 1/2impact that makes somewhere around 400 ft pounds of torque. they do have a nice cordless 1/2in impact wrench. I love my 20v max 1/4" impact driver I have a 3/8" adaptor and a 1/2" adaptor for sockets and I use it all the time for taking things apart and very happy with it

[@joshwatson7873]

I've had the same impact since it came out. Wouldn't say it's the most powerful but feel like mine would of done better. I've tested mine and it does about 60-65ft pounds with a full battery. I use it as much as I can and has been a major time saver. Sorry Eric that it didn't work out for you as well as you were thinking. I'd love to see the same test but you using mine. Stay dirty!!!

[@noginhead1]

i bought the 18v RIDGID and it works great! all the way down to -40 and all the way up to 40 degrees Celsius! it has a lot of use and i would get another one. i find it great for carpentry work. and building decks

[@donyboy73]

NICE REVIEW!

[@irandom419]

Thanks for the review. I have one of these as part of a combo kit and never used it. I had assumed it would work like your AC Delco, but now I can justify buying the pneumatic Husky one on sale.

[@GaryGalmin]

Not to mention that DeWalt seem to be favoring these canvas bags instead of their rugged hard plastic case that went with their old quality. I had 14.4v dewalt drill that lasted 10 years with batteries and finally retired it. It was replaced with a 18v dewalt and the thing pales in comparison to my old drill. Thanks to China quality.

[@BurntSaltine]

milwaukee m12 Fuel 3/8 impact is awesome, i've pulled off wheels with it, and never had any reasonable bolt it couldn't break loose. It's a little expensive, but it's the only 12v 3/8 impact I would ever buy.

[@x2xplaguex2x]

Milwaukee 2653-22 M18 FUEL This little impact can break lug nuts no problem almost 200 lb torque it's 18 volt tho

[@CoRy35744]

I'll vouch for that and the batteries last a long time too. I'm gonna pick up a M18 Fuel 1/2 after using the Fuel 3/8 impact. I really like the Fuel line up of tools from Milwaukee just wish they would make a Fuel ratchet already.

[@x2xplaguex2x]

Yea I love Milwaukee 18 the one I have is the hex driver the compact wrench does a little more torque I think the driver is 180 ftlb and the wrench compact is 200 ftlb

[@x2xplaguex2x]

I also have the hammer drill it is awesome but I never use it cause the impact driver does everything

[@suomik1988]

Right here. I have one and I can confirm. The M18 FUEL will tear apart that little dumbwalt.

[@ericrollins8960]

Shit I just bought a m12 3/8 and can take a lug torqued to 80 pounds off with no problem

[@atlasunit22]

Eric, great subaru videos. Even happier now that your doing tool reviews. You should look into the milwaukee 3/8th or 1/4" electric ratchet. That tools hands down does 90% of my fastening work. Look into the Milwaukee line up. you might be impressed

[@punker6506]

I recently got the Milwaukee m12 1/4 impact. after comparing I found it to be the best buy. you should check the m12 line.

[@TechTimeWithEric]

I have the M18 version of the 3/8 and the 1/2 inch. I love those. I haven't yet gotten the 1/4. I did have the Snap On ones, and I like the Milwaukee FAR better.

[@kabukiwookie]

I have the 14v version and Ive used it constantly for the last 3 years. Great tool.

[@Jono.]

Welcome back to the KZbinverse!

[@Jipowagon123]

got one in my tool box, one of the best tools i have. use it everyday battery lasts ages.

[@uncleslayton2097]

I think you may have a defective tool. I have the 18V version of this tool, which was about $50 more and it is excellent for the most part. Breaks lug nuts loose no problem (unless they were ridiculously overtorqued with an air impact). Meanwhile, my friend bought a 20V 1/2" Craftsman that he ended up sending back because it couldn't break a lug nut loose (but it was rated at a fair bit more torque than mine), so defects do happen. Also, never ever never ever never EVER start trying to use a battery-powered tool (or most things that run on batteries for that matter) without fully charging the batteries first. I'm sure it says to do that in your manual.

[@ericthecarguy]

I don't think it was defective. In fact, you pointed out the difference already. 18v would have a lot more torque than the 10.6v that this tool is rated at. Thanks for your input.

[@TNFSDK]

EricTheCarGuy Eric, his was 18 volt, and yours was 12 (True Voltage 10.6) I would actually like to know what the true voltage would be on the 18v one

[@uncleslayton2097]

Danger Dane I couldn't find a spec for the batteries, but I did take a voltage reading on a less-than-full pack, and it was at 19.31V, so perhaps the 18V rating is voltage under load? So mine does pack a bit more voltage, but I still can't believe Eric's 12V could only barely crack a measly 30ft-lbs. I still say there's something wrong with it. That thing should be able to crack a (properly torqued) lug nut, at least on a full charge.

[@josh33025]

Danger Dane that is only true for the new max* batteries the older 18v batteries are actually nominal 18v. They contain 15 1.2v battery cells.

[@AustinNeal]

I have this gun use in a dealership setting. Only use it for interior work. Its very weak and agree with your review. Going with Milwaukee from now on.

[@wvresident7004]

A 3/8 air impact should be around 200-ft lb, my porter cable 18v 1/4 hex impact is rated 1600 in lb/133 ft lb and it would leave this dewalt behind. I work at Lowe's and after stocking the tool section for two years I'd say the kobalt 20v 1/2 impact is a good choice which does 350 ft lbs same as my 1/2 air impact which has worked great. The Kobalt also costs about as much as that 12v dewalt stocking stuffer. From what I saw I'd take that thing back and get my $200+ back.

[@Tmjpwns]

I recommend Panasonic's range of Toughtools, I have a set of drill/impact combo. Multi-volt 14,4-18v 205Nm torque, roughly the same size as your Dewalt. IP 56 Certified, well balanced, three-step torque setting as well as a three-step trigger.

[@SureWin518]

The 20 volt impact has a lot more balls. I use it in commercial refrigeration and HVAC applications daily. It has a battery indicator, and the 3 amp batteries last forever.

[@Iseekoutthetruth]

seems like it acts more like a cordless drill more than a impact gun.

[@kendigjl]

This is the difference between a shill review and a genuinely helpful review. If there had been a little fuckery, thousands of trusting viewers could have been tricked into buying this thing. Thanks for being honest, Eric.

[@therealsatan]

Sounds like the best part of the tool is the cardboard box it comes in. I was thinking of getting one but not anymore. Thanks for the heads up. Cheers

[@EducationPineapple]

Hey Eric, Have you tried the electric impact with a cable? I have a clarke one and it is rated at 450 nm or 339 ft ibs. I haven't done any science tests on it like you, but I'll say it's pretty strong and cheaper than battery ones. I've used it to remove bearing from front hubs. Nice vid!

[@petrocksgarage]

Wow, disappointing is an understatement. I hope you didn't pay for that thing or at least can return it for a refund. As others have said an 18v or 20v model might do better but will be (considerably?) bigger. Your 1/2" electric impact looks huge. A good test for an electric impact in my opinion would be a junk yard run. The more rust the better. See if you can take down the top end of a junk yard motor or see how far you can dismantle the car. Now that would be a video I'd love to see.

[@rapidotorpedo]

Eric have you ever though about using hobby batteries? most LiPo batteries that are 12.75(3S) and 5Ah cost about 50. you can modify any dead battery from your current tools. also you can strap the battery to your wrist or the top of the tool. But offcourse you would need a charger. which would cost $50 as well. but those batteries can be charged with in an hour give or take.

[@KLondike5]

If you like Ingersoll Rand compressors, Fleet Farm sells a Puma labeled stand up for $360 and is the exact same thing as the $600 IR with a different paint job.

[@newellbutch]

Great review Eric, very honest. I honestly think that you may have been expecting a little too much from a cheap low end tool. I have the 18V XRP 1/2 inch drive impact, and I promise it will loosen any lugnut you put in front of it. I love your videos, keep em coming!

[@jtmagicman25]

Impacts are affected by stretch bolts and aluminum parts. You won't be able to use full power on either one. Aluminum wheels are harder to remove than steel...

[@Keepmovingkeepliving]

Would love to see the 20 volt impact. Lot of people at my job has them and they love it.

[@buzzj89]

Ok you need an 18v min. Try a Milwaukee m18 3/8 impact, if you can get the fuel as it's brushless. Also the xc 4.0 battery would probably be best for your usage scenario. Seriously it will be your new favorite tool.

[@gerardbonus5354]

Eric, your review is spot on for this tool. It is lovely and does a good job but, as you've found out, it is just not the tool you need. I see you've got the 18V version now so I'm going to watch that, that;s the minium you'd need. There are better than DeWalt for the auto worker these are relatively new tools for DeWalt and both versions are underpowered IMO, either would do me fine, you'll need more power.

[@JacobFrey]

That is a sad, sad tool. Thanks for the review, ETCG!

[@aniselghadi4573]

Hey Eric, always charge a new battery before use especially lithium ion if you don't the battery might lose some or all of it's charging capacity thanx.

[@vamphunte]

unfortunately i bought a Dewalt 18 Volt 1/2 impact for my lug nuts. the sales person guaranteed me it would do the job.. well i went back with the tool and an breaker bar to test it in front of him, the tool kept hammering with no effect. 1 finger on the breaker bar (10 inches long), took it back no sweat..

[@georgephillips6473]

I bit of advice.Before using any cordless tool ALWAYS charge the battery fully first.I have ruined mny batteries by using them straight out of the box.I don't know why but if you charge them first, they will loose the ability to hold a charge with in a couple days.i don't know why that is but its true.I believe it even tells you to do so in the instruction manuel.

[@ohiooutdoors4332]

Do a review on the new 12v 3/8 impact at Lowe's for $99.99 with 2 batteries 200ft lb of torque

[@Torpedomtb]

Not knocking your review. But their 12V is the lower end of their product scale. They have an 18V and a 20V which offer a wide variety of other tools that you can swap batteries between saws, drivers, etc... I have the 20V 1/2" impact, and the 20V Hammer Drill / 1/4" Impact (drill set combo). And the 1/4" Imapct can break lugs free.. They recently released a newer "brushless motor" design. I also have the 20V jigsaw and Circular saw (got bare tool since i had 20V batteries).. I think the 12V impact driver would be useful for light duty stuff like maybe furniture assembly, or other home stuff. A friend uses a similar combo set to mine as his primary impact now and doesnt bother with air tool unless it is in use by someone helping him.

[@MrBucci20]

I have a snap on 14.4v electric 3/8 impact gun and it's so much better then the cheap Dewalt impact, it's good for 120-130nm even takes off some wheels. Use it on subframe bolts, engine mounts everything only use my snap on electric impact for stubborn wheels and hub bolts. Trade the dewalt for a snap on 14.4v you will be blown away

[@liftedcj7on44s]

Had this exact same gun. It lasted about a year whereas both of my Snap-on impact guns have lasted over 5 years.

[@supercookie1001]

I work at a Toyota garage in the uk and most of the guys here have one of these impacts including me they are great for small bolts and interior bolts and Toyota use a lot of 10 and 12 mm witch the gun can get off no problem. it is really easy to just pick it up and use quickly instead of a ratchet or air impact. I will say it is useless on engines nuts and bolts they are generally to far to tight for it but most bolts out side of the engine over 14mm are to tight for the gun but lower it should be able to tackle fine. But I use mine nearly everyday on undoing small nuts and bolts in a flash. Also the one sold in the uk is labeled as a 10.8v. But buying this really depends on what you want to use it for. For what I use it's great and so is the battery life.

[@jtmagicman25]

The Milwaukee fuel 1/4inch impact driver would kick this DeWalt's ass. Hell, my craftsman c3 impact makes that look like a toy.

[@braol]

M18 Fuel 3/8 compact impact for the win. Awesome tool, use it everyday.

[@yehudad21]

Eric if u don't like the battery's being big u can get dewalt dc9098 it's a little more compact than the 1 you have

[@rider9195]

My friend has the Milwaukee 3/8 cordless fuel line. It has the 18V 2.0ah batteries for only 260 online. Spec is 200 ft lbs.

[@kurtisblake1086]

awesome review! maybe next time you could try an 18v makita impact and see where that gets you? I've been using a makita 18v impact for a couple years and love it, but I'm curious about the actually torque levels for it.

[@7s29]

I know this video is old. Tools today are a lot better. I have a cheap xfinity brand Brushless impact wrench, and driver. The wrench is a beast, takes lugs off very easy. These tools were $79 a piece. Just goes to show tech does get better. To be fair, mine are 20v, not 12.

[@mschrar]

wow! the Dewalt 3/8 drive 18v brushed impact I have is a genuine 100+ lb/ft'er and is very impressive, but that 12v one is just about useless for automotive applications.

[@yamaharidr450]

I have this tool its a great tool. Awesome for working on small engines. It can't break lug nuts. But defiantly will cut down the time on repairs

[@Shuroro]

That's internal resistance from the battery which causes the voltage to drop when taking current out of it. But this applies to all batteries. I guess some dude felt SCAMMED and OUTRAGED by the decreased voltage.

[@Sugarkryptonite]

About time he gets some electric tools...was killing me watching him ratcheting by hand all the time. 20v model is a lot stronger but at least it's something...

[@Seryous]

Problem. Tool is 12v. You can't do anything with 12v. Realistically you can't even drive too many screws with a 12v drill. The old 18v Ni-Cad Drills and Impacts worked fine. You would have no problem taking off lug nuts with it. Eric, If you get the chance, try out the older 18V Hammer drill or Impact. Or if you are looking to lighten things up, try out the new 20v Hammer drill or Impacts.

[@seniorjohnl]

I've never been too impressed with battery powered tools. There are some good ones out there, you need to weigh them based on convenience vs performance. I tend to lean towards performance. This one falls short in my opinion.

[@Scott6794]

The only use I could see this drill having is on projects like spark plugs to pull out boots and air-intake related stuff. Nothing against DeWalt, but I wasn't impressed with the amount of power.

[@nezerac]

Dewalts 509 impact is the one to get. I really don't get why they put this particular impact out. In my opinion it seems kind of useless if you can't disassemble cylinder head parts with it. Not sayings it's junk but the low torque numbers of a valve train should be gravy for any impact if you ask me. If it can't do things as simple as that you'd be better off spending the 200 bucks on a ratchet and wrench set.

[@35057]

Holy Crap welcome to the 21st Century! I LOVE my Makita LXT Electric impacts! SO much easier than dragging an air hose around.

[@Nightowlz17]

Thank you for the review...the ryobi 1/2" impact is awesome, obviously made in china/japan as well since dewalt and ryobi are same company

[@juanc5149]

It’s amazing how far cordless technology has come in 5 years. Try the new 12v xtreme. dcf902 Compare to the dcf813 It’s cheaper (99.00) , smaller, much, much stronger, and brushless so should last longer. And yes it can break the lug nuts of the wheels. (As long breakaway torque is less than 200 lb/ft, you’d be surprised how many tire shops exceed this.) It also has two speeds, as well as a variable loosening and tightening mode.

[@jecrpalier]

Dcf923 atomic would shred this thing. 450 and validated that it busted that. How totally diff than when this was made

[@juanc5149]

Dcf923 is a 20v tool tho. Dcf903b on the other hand is a 12v tool and almost as strong as the 923. Rated for 400 lb ft breakaway and yes it’s broken away 450.