Milwaukee M12 2564-20 Right Angle Impact Wrench: First Impressions. This Is A Game Changer!

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[@d.w.j.1114]

Between Harbor Freight, Hot Wheels, Subaru, Sam Adams, Milwaukee Tools... All these companies doin' their best to keep me broke. I got keep telln myself I don't need this, I don't need this. Great vid, TY👍🏾

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. 👍🏻

[@r.a.p.k.models4160]

Bro we kinda have the same taste

[@dposcuro]

Just thinking about replacing starters, or fans, or.....fuck..almost anything...and I start itching...I need this!

[@BushidoPhoto]

I just bought one of these and used it today for the first time today. Changed my Subaru brake rotors in no time with this. The caliper bolts are usually a pain to get with a long ratchet, so this was a lifesaver.

[@asmautollc]

The 1/2” and 3/8” are identical except for the anvil. I went with the 3/8” for more size coverage.

[@justsayin7937]

How did you get more "size coverage" by getting the 3/8 over the 1/2?

[@jamieepps5176]

​@@justsayin7937 you can use 3/8 to 1/2 to size up for the larger sized sockets.

[@justsayin7937]

@@jamieepps5176 i suppose, but you can size down just as easy.

[@jamieepps5176]

@@justsayin7937 the larger adapter oftentimes defeats the purpose when millimeters count in the clearance dept. This is where 3/8 really shines! You are correct however - I use my tools as such

[@mr.nobody4900]

Yes, I am getting one as soon as I can find it locally.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Nice!

[@TreYay83]

I'm near jax, there's only 1 home depot that carries the newer stuff. Def worth calling around

[@tomhammond89]

Wow, I'm sold! Picking one up this Friday, very impressive!

[@MrSubaru1387]

Glad you liked the video! 👍🏻

[@stanhowe6410]

Really?

[@michaelwright1602]

I purchased both, the 3/8" and 1/2", I returned the 1/2" version, as it was not cutting the mustard. No clue why, they are the same units with simply different anvils. The 3/8" version has been great so far, allowing for its limitations. It is not the powerhouse the little M12 3/8" Stubby is, but it can go places the Stubby can't, and it is staying put in my arsenal.

[@syd_luna]

I've been eyeing the 1/2" version of this for quite some time, to go alongside with my M12 1/2" Stubby Impact, which I love!

[@essteeeye1932]

That's awesome. Milwaukee at it again with the badass tools.

[@newdayyesterday]

Had never really considered using impact tools until watching this. Half the battle working on cars where I live is trying to remove rusted nuts and bolts, I had to use a breaker bar to remove my 2013 Subaru XV brake caliper mounting bolts! May have to reconsider my 'to buy' list. Thanks again for an informative video.

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. 👍🏻

[@shawnj2319]

Yes this thing is too nice had mine about 3 weeks now works good

[@katherinehayward1740]

*B🙄ught **MyBest.Tools** to replace a much💯 older drill. The drill/driver combo is great. Made the garage door opener replacement and a couple other projects much easier. I look forward to using them more.🥰💤🥰*

[@MrSubaru1387]

Yes

[@802Garage]

The tool looks very impressive! I think the high speed of the impacting action helps somehow. All the vibration disrupting corrosion. The bell housing test was great. I definitely feel like we have a different breed of rust here in Vermont. I have lug nuts on Subaru steel wheels that sat a few years I guarantee that tool wouldn't touch, hah.

[@dposcuro]

Nope, but that's what you have the 1/2 high torque for anyways, right?

[@jdm_mike91_90]

I need one!! Can't wait till I get mine.. thanks for helping pushing me to getting one. Love your videos

[@MrSubaru1387]

This thing is definitely awesome. Forsee it being very helpful. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@bruceholinight7978]

If it takes off the Subaru cam shaft pulley bolt I'll buy it immediately !

[@bruceholinight7978]

If you have a Subaru then a cordless impact ratchet is necessary , this looks like a must have !

[@danh2134]

It's not going to fit where you think it might , even the ratchet is too big . It does a great job removing lug nuts though

[@Jester_1]

FYI 1/2 and the 3/8 are the same, just different anvils.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Ah. Saw a pic of the 1/2" on Instagram the other day. Looked bigger. Guess the guy had small hands. Lol

[@LilasTools]

Charlie 1/2 will give slightly more torque with the bigger (heavier) anvil and using heavier sockets, just think of the heavy weighted Honda crank bolt sockets! Just food for thought! ☺️

[@pointedspider]

As a Milwaukaholic, this will be mine!

[@MrSubaru1387]

Awesome! 👍🏻

[@r.a.p.k.models4160]

Las milwaukee papiiiiiiii, are highly addictive.

[@devonkeller9703]

Great addition to the tool box very good for getting in there for pulley bolts power steering ,alternator bolts etc not really powered for suspension in my opinion but great for those right situations.. keep up the great work ...

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thanks!

[@SecretSauceyjuice]

Bingo. That's what I'll be buying this for. No hassle jobs in medium/small space areas. This angled impact still won't be slim enough for like the inner lateral link bolt near the gas tank on gd Subarus with the axle in, but for nearly every other situation where a gun is just way too big, this will be great.

[@devonkeller9703]

Yep just did a compressor job on a BMW zipped them right off excellent for under the hood for sure...

[@scoobyblue555.]

you should of tried on a rear lateral arm bolt,,,,,,,they never want to move

[@johnturowski2173]

Tim ("More Power!") Allen is proud of you! 👍

[@olegchubykin5206]

Upgraded from an older 18v kit. kzbin.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv I independently chose the drill and impact tool, before I came across the kit.I like the 3 speed impact gun. It seems more powerful than my older one, and it can be set to be really gentle. The drill is more appropriately sized for my use. I used to have a hammer drill, but I did not like that it was so big and it was not a great hammer drill. I rather have a smaller drill like this, and then get a corded hammer drill for the odd case I need that.

[@BlueWhaleBlues]

I’ve got one in order from a friend that works at one of the hardware stores. So excited for it!

[@MrSubaru1387]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Aepek]

Finally got chance to watch your vid, thx for this. Nothing wrong with a giggly new toy😉 Thx for the demo of the tool, appreciate, & was nice to see 👍🏻 Cheers✌🏼

[@MrSubaru1387]

Glad you enjoyed the video. 👍🏻

[@biffbastion301]

Mine just shipped from Home Depot. Ordered a week ago. :D

[@longfade]

That is a thing of beauty.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Definitely

[@dannysautorepair]

Milwaukee is the best

[@cajunaggie9815]

Boys and their toys....... LOL Love the new impact. That's a cool tool.

[@jdlangley6864]

We use the makitas in my field of work (elevator technician) not a lot of torque , but are life savers!

[@dukenukem6137]

How are they holding up for you guys? I've been torn between the Milwaukee and Makita. I already own a bunch of mikita cordless so I do prefer Makita

[@jdlangley6864]

Duke Nukem never used the Milwaukee one. The makita works well enough and does the job

[@dukenukem6137]

@@jdlangley6864 I bought the Makita kit, it's awesome 👍🏻 Appreciate the feedback 😁

[@ProxyFinal]

This might come in handy in some tight areas for industrial applications and construction decking.

[@MrSubaru1387]

I'd bet so. 👍🏻

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

I'd have it in the trunk just to change a tire with!

[@jmax.6587]

If you want an honest review here you go: it is a good tool, it’s fast and I do love using it whenever I do, however it is kind of useless. I’m situations where I would use something like this, I would just use the power ratchet. In situations where I don’t have to use something like this, I would just use my matco impact driver. Basically, it is the middle man and doesn’t have any specific job that it is meant for. I have been a Mercedes technician for some time now and I really only use it on belly pans because it is fast. But when I do things such as spark plugs and pulling batteries or anything interior, I just use the power ratchet. On other things I just use my impact driver. So for me personally, it is kinda useless.

[@asmautollc]

Put a 1/2” adapter on it and take off some suspension bolts.

[@fataxe1]

go to a junkyard in ohio and test this out on some subarus there. you've got them southern cream puffs there. the salts the true equalizer. edit: since apparently y'all dont understand the purpose of a review, if he never tests it on rusty fasteners, why would anyone that isnt in the south want this? if i have to use the breaker bar to break it loose, then i would just buy the right angle ratchet to spin it out anyways. he also makes comments in his videos about how some bolts are a "bear", but the bolt comes right out with a little more effort. you ever try and drain and fill your rear diff, but the rust made the bolts into perfect circles? ever had to use the grinder and the gas axe more often than the sockets? not acknowledging the difficulties of salt climates for tools like this is a blatant disregard for a significant portion of the tools audience. and to those saying "go and demo it yourself!!!" sorry genius, im not going to go waste my time on a maybe. if im buying an expensive tool, i dont have the time to fuck with it. this is no insult to mr. subaru. i appreciate all the content he posts. i have no qualms about the way he reviews things, but yall in the comments are a bunch of pedantic ninnies sometimes.

[@allanb3222]

Or you could do it as well, lol.

[@dposcuro]

So....what is the point of this comment? Rust makes shit harder. Yes. We all know that. But what are you going to compare this to? Busting your own knuckles with a breaker bar? An electric ratchet, that this is obviously more powerful than? Standard impacts that this is obviously less powerful than? Or the IR 20v right angle impact that is rated at 180 ft-lbs for a 50% price increase? The Fap-Off pneumatic that offers 190ft-lbs? Really, I just don't get the point of comments like this. If you want to know if it will work for you, go grab one, go to a pick and pull, try it out on the bolts you want it most for, see if it works. If it does? Sweet! New tool! If it doesn't? Return it. Or just sell it used. You're out either nothing but your own time, or maybe $20-30.

[@MrKriss-bx4lo]

Great Tool Review & Comparison , Thanks For Sharing !

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@YogisGarage]

For me to want to buy it (and I really want to buy it), it needs to fit between the carrier and harmonic balancer or control arm bolts.

[@Charmedace1]

Amazing video!!! This has peak my interest i have to pick up one for myself.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@zuluvoyager6037]

Nice review. Looks like an awesome tool. Now I just need an excuse to get one.

[@122ffsdd]

Brake caliper bracket bolts, Ball joint and tie rod nuts would be a good test

[@CarlosTorres-vd1tk]

There’s another video showing that and it takes them off good

[@chriscas-ToolAficionado]

Thanks for the review! Looks pretty promising.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thanks for getting me addicted to Japanese tools. Lol was actually planning on making my first trip to Japan this year, before all of 2020 unfolded. 😔 💔

[@chriscas-ToolAficionado]

@@MrSubaru1387 Like you, prety bummed out here too. Had plans to attend a tool-related event in April, had flights and accomodation booked and all but.... heartbroken, indeed!

[@steveb611]

This looks like the perfect tool for loosening bolts on calipers doing brakes

[@jamesbruno5896]

That's badass! Thanks for the review!

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@Red_right_hand1]

Awesome test bro

[@Wootangtw]

That’s pretty awesome.. I think I’m going to buy one..

[@rockriver15]

As a mechanic I was disappointed working on a Duramax and it wouldn’t remove the fan hub bolts or the brake caliper bolts on a gmc acadia

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

Crankshaft harmonic balancer bolt would have been a good test.

[@camrsr5463]

Awesome! Have fun!

[@on-site4094]

Looks like a great torqui tool. Milwaukee 👍. I want one

[@parabot2]

My problem is with the trigger position. For one handed use the trigger is positioned too far from the socket so it's very hard (impossible) to keep the socket on the fastener while using the tool. Surprising how much in real applications you need to use a tool like this one handed, ie while holding a spanner on the other side of the nut/bolt combo.

[@r.a.p.k.models4160]

It sounds exactly like the stubby it even have auto mode i love it.

[@MrSubaru1387]

It's definitely an awesome tool, so far!

[@TeamEmperor]

1/2 same size, just different anvil

[@wftseriously6694]

That thing is awesome

[@MrSubaru1387]

I know, right?! 👍🏻

[@kongxiong6005]

Man Im sold on this tool.

[@kongxiong6005]

Update.. bought this with 2x6.0. and a mid torque 1/2 inch fuel impact.

[@chrisbaggesi72]

I like the tool , if I worked on cars for a living I would get one, but its just too big for what I work on

[@erbp9136]

How is this holding up? Are you still liking it? I have One on the way but keep seeing a lot of negative reviews stating it is weak. Based on your video I am generally happy with the results and seems to have plenty of power for what it is.

[@MrSubaru1387]

I do use it. Special circumstances. Has saved me several times.

[@beyuwallace]

I bought a right angle impact wrench from Milwaukee. It was pretty weak. This one looks like it has a beefier head! I ended up taking it back to home depot.

[@lucasetcheson3442]

You bought a ratchet. What he's reviewing is a impact two different style of tools the impact just came out the ratchet has been out for a long time and there not intended to bust nuts loose fyi.

[@TT-dz8zf]

Thanks for the video. Lug nuts on most car specify around 90-100 lb. torque. Is it safe to tighten lug nuts on wheels at setting 4?

[@bhadz100]

If you have only one option to get, which would be more versatile to use?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Between this right angle impact and the stubby impact? Or between the right angle impact and a cordless ratchet?

[@cheyenneobregon184]

MrSubaru1387 stubby or this right angle? Currently have the long neck 3/8 but don’t know if I want the 1/2 stubby or 1/2 right angle

[@bhadz100]

MrSubaru1387 right angle vs ratchet

[@lonwillis783]

Wow that's awesome 👍

[@MrSubaru1387]

Love at first trigger pull! 😂

[@zeno15sti33]

I think every tool guy out there was looking at this thing when it was released. You could have thrown it at a bolt you knew it would back out so we could see it in action. Those fasteners were barely 150 ft/lbs. Next up we tackle the Cozy Coupe' :P I really need to get this car

[@MrSubaru1387]

Friction ring.

[@zeno15sti33]

@@MrSubaru1387 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn66ZZmbZqdjmrc 🤣

[@robinlopez1909]

Great video..I have one it is amazing..

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thanks!

[@patonbike]

Yes! I've been waiting for this. Care to try it on an EJ crank pulley?

[@MrSubaru1387]

The 1/2" drive version may get it, but I really doubt it can.

[@pennfishing9246]

I ordered one online

[@MrSubaru1387]

Nice! 👍🏻

[@tadams1767]

Good review but I can’t help thinking that Mr Subaru reminds me of The Bear from Bo Selecta.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Because I have a British accent..?

[@kartboarder22g17]

I'm impressed, do you think you'll even use the stubby anymore? Just looks like this will fit in any place that would and way more.

[@MrSubaru1387]

They each have there place. 👍🏻

[@DS2951]

I have the stubby. Going to get the right angle impact whenever I have enough energy to get to HD after work. I can imagine this is insanely useful in certain places but the stubby will probably be my go to still.

[@miguelmendez4718]

Great video would like to see a comparison between the 3/8 and 1/2” drive to fit my needs.

[@DR.ELEKTRIK]

Still waiting for mine!

[@Questchaun]

I pre ordered from cpo. It's taking ages.

[@yungdro1972]

Great review! Like and sub. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@kopboy55]

Matco distributes Milwaukee on their trucks pretty sure

[@MrSubaru1387]

Never seen it, Cornwell is the only tool truck I know that sells Milwaukee.

[@ValentinArzola]

Definitely looking in to one of these soon.

[@shanerorko8076]

No crank bolt? I work on all makes but on a Subaru when you're doing timing belts you can't get a rattle gun down there.

[@VeekndWarrior]

When are you doing a video of your impression of all the koken stuff!?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Oh right, I haven't even thought about that. Definitely need to film a follow up now that I've been using it.

[@dickphan]

Oh great....another tool on my want list....

[@MrSubaru1387]

😂 😂 😂

[@nosaj03]

Great video. I already own the 3/8 stubby. I'm wondering what other applications would warrant me buying this as well. I need something to convince my wife I need this

[@MrSubaru1387]

It's for all those areas in the engine bay and in suspension that the stubby can't fit.

[@junebugg9273]

Ima get this one today

[@alanw5812]

below 21mm may be or 130nm

[@juanzamorano3075]

I know my next toy now

[@jakez8659]

You should try a 21mm crankshaft pulley bolt!

[@MrSubaru1387]

It's 22mm, but that'd be a job for the 1/2" drive version. Although, I don't think 220ft.lbs is enough for the crank bolt. May be wrong though.

[@jakez8659]

MrSubaru1387 yeah you’re right I was just thinking about what gives me the most grief when I’m working on my Subie’s. A well weathered brake caliper bracket bolt always seems to be a challenge up here in the rust belt, especially the rears.

[@scottmccracken8177]

I’ve gotta remove the timing chain cover on my 2010 Subaru OB 3.6R (leaking oil and the water pump bearing seems to be going). I’m going to get a ratchet. Would this be a good do it all ratchet, starting with breaking loose all those little Allen head bolts?

[@dastan3103]

Try using this on a 2003 forester , taking off the really long bolt for the rear knuckles

[@Liemciemdk89]

taking junkyard motors out easier than the stubby does

[@johnmastr7901]

thanks alot Robert another m12 tool i have to get. lol

[@MrSubaru1387]

You're welcome. 👍🏻 😂

[@johnmastr7901]

@@MrSubaru1387 this will be the 3rd tool i bought from your review. take a little break im geting low on funds. lol

[@colemanbonner]

The question is, can it replace my IR 2015ti 3/8” Hammerhead? I’ve had it for 7 years and I love it

[@rbalara31]

If you could only afford one, would you get this or the stubby?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Probably the stubby impact. They're both great tools.

[@MoneyMarcMes]

It's not available on Amazon yet. :(

[@MrSubaru1387]

Acme tools is where I got mine.

[@bobmasters9449]

Axle nut?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Maybe the 1/2" drive version.

[@diegosalinas4689]

Dear santa !!!

[@yang2216]

Try any Honda’s harmonic balancer bolt please!

[@MrSubaru1387]

Why? It's only 220ft.lbs. It definitely won't break one free. That's a job for a 1/2 impact.

[@drahkas8526]

I'm sold! Do you know if it will fit back behind the starter and get the lower starter nut off? I always struggle with that one.

[@MrSubaru1387]

Possible. Haven't tried it. It did cross my mind.

[@drahkas8526]

@@MrSubaru1387 I should clarify. Manual cars are easy enough to get to. It's automatics that I have problems with lol.

[@Itsdazeni]

Nice video

[@MrSubaru1387]

Thanks! 👍🏻

[@elBusDriverKC]

Please don't show me another tool that I want / need. I've loved the Milwaukee electric ratchets bit always wished they had more torque. I wonder if a 1/2" version will be coming out......? In all seriousness, good first impressions video.

[@MrSubaru1387]

The 3/8 and 1/2 version of this tool are out. But most people are out of or limited stock due to how many pre-orders were placed and filled.

[@elBusDriverKC]

@@MrSubaru1387 Thanks for the info! After reading your reply, I did some digging and sure enough, everyone is out of stock. I'm sure I'll get my hands on one at some point.

[@timbrown9731]

Crank bolt wonder how that would work?

[@MrSubaru1387]

I'd try it with the 1/2"drive version, but doubt 220ft.lbs breakaway is enough for it.

[@chencho7083]

Do you keep all those tools that are similar or sell the others once you find your favorite?

[@MrSubaru1387]

I'm a tool hoarder. Lol

[@chencho7083]

@@MrSubaru1387 😂😂😂😂pretty sure you'll use them for specific situations where the others don't work...

[@davidzajano611]

I'm sad that you let a 5.3 go to scrap 😞

[@MrSubaru1387]

I'm sure it could still be rebuilt. Has 320k miles on it. Lol

[@davidzajano611]

@@MrSubaru1387 perfect for a GRM challenge project

[@niguseenyew1667]

How much battery voltage? Thank you!

[@gigi9467]

Any reason to get the 1/2 over the 3/8 or vise versa, i cant decide..

[@MrSubaru1387]

I decided on the 3/8 because the power output was more suited to the 3/8 size range sockets, imo.

[@gigi9467]

MrSubaru1387 that makes sense, problem is i have no 3/8 impact sockets lol so i mite have to buy new set

[@gigi9467]

MrSubaru1387 fo u think 1/2 inch version will be less power somehow or maybe any negatives over the 3/8?

[@MrSubaru1387]

Both have the same power output. The 1/2" anvil and mass of a 1/2" socket compared to a 3/8" may break loose fasteners easier. But don't know how effective it'll be for 20mm+ or so.

[@gigi9467]

MrSubaru1387 i see, i have a pesky 15mm bolt the attaches to my front caliper knuckle assembly that very akward and i havent been able To fin anything in there to break it loose including the stubby, am hoping this is small enough to break it loose since i wont need extensions or anything, definitely wont use it for 20mm+ should be good right?

[@canogaparque818]

When are they out in stock?

[@MrSubaru1387]

They were a pre-order item. You'll have to check around to see who has them in stock and how long before they get more. Most initial inventory has been depleted filling pre-orders.

[@coreyhansen2665]

Crank bolts????

[@MrSubaru1387]

Highly doubt it. If I had the 1/2" drive version, I'd try it though.

[@stoneyswolf]

Try a Honda crank bolt.

[@MrSubaru1387]

We both know that ain't happening. Lol

[@gioperez6331]

Does the right angle impact compete and or replace a cordless impact wrench gun?

[@1oldteck]

So it's been 2 years .......What do you think!!???

[@MrSubaru1387]

I haven’t needed it much, but the times I do, it’s a lifesaver.

[@1oldteck]

@@MrSubaru1387 thanks for your input. I am trying to decide if I NEED it . Or just another tool for the box. Thanks again for your videos. .