Repairing broken power tools, Milwaukee, Bosch, Makita, Hitachi and Dewalt tools all to be fixed.

Just another day in the workshop, loads of tools dropped in for repair. Getting through them 1 by 1.
The bosch GSA 36V-LI recip saw was 1 of three dropped by the fire department. These would be kept on board fire engines for cutting through roofs and doors of crashed cars, etc. So they can see hard use. These saws were all from 2010, so they have been around some time.
Tool holders in recip saws like these can be tricky to replace. So you need to have some patience when doing this one.
The other 2 machines were indeed also tool holder problems.
The Bosch GSB18-2Li drill is a simple motor change, but it was only worth doing as it had not been used much, so the rest of the drill was still basicly new anyway.
Modern milwaukee tools are now a problem for me. As you can see, they can waste a lot of time.
As a rule now, I waste no time on them. It's either a simply fix or nothing. It is not worth spending time on them, as most of the time they are not worth fixing.
It has got to the stage now, where I ask people not to take milwaukee tools in anymore.
And yes, it's a common sight for me to get both tools that have no fault found, like the dewalt dcn692 nail gun. Or are so far beyond repair, you wonder why anyone would ever leave them in, like the old dewalt drill and cordless recip saw.
As for the Hitachi DC20VB drill, you have to love getting old tools in. Sometimes, they shock and amaze you by the amount of work and abuse they can take. This old hitachi is no different. Only needing a set of new brushes.
But that is often the way with old tools. They were simply built to a different standard.
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[@thenewsydneyguy8662]

It's weird how I can't sit and watch a movie for an hour but it's totally fine watching you fixing and talking through each tool

[@aunabreslingaming3279]

Because this is good, movies are weird Also are you into one over the other?

[@zacharykarna2810]

Referring to the Milwaukee impact you said is from a mechanic shop. I work on cars for a living. Somewhere around seven years in. I have a decent amount of power tools both battery and pneumatic that have a fair bit if wear on them. But none of my tools have ever looked nearly that bad. You treat your tools like garbage, that's where they'll end up. Clean and wipe down your tools at the end of the day. Grease and lube them once in a while. They'll last a long time. Great videos. 🤙

[@chrissometimes7473]

Regrettably, there is a tendency to look after your own tools and an opposite tendency by some to abuse tools that belong to "the company". Of course some people abuse all tools because they don't know how to use them or know their limitations.

[@LeeKitchener-ni4zr]

I really like the casual way you just throw the screws and such on the workbench , and your phrase " that's her"

[@LukeLong-oi4uc]

Just found your channel. It’s a great channel with great content! I have mainly commercial grade carpentry type tools. I only have a makita driver and drill in the battery type, all the rest are corded tools for longer longevity. I’m a heavy equipment mechanic by trade and I mostly everything that I have is air driven. I bought some of them 25 years ago. I just keep them oiled up good. Anyway, I look forward to watching all your videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills! Greetings from Oklahoma, USA. - Luke

[@deandohertygreaser]

Welcome aboard!

[@davidsmith-ih2kk]

Had a bit of difficulty with the accent at first, but the more you watch the clearer, it becomes. What I like about guys like you is you make everything look easy, which belies the actual difficulty of the task. It's very good to watch a seasoned professional at work. You make it look easy because of the knowledge you have. The more I watch, the more I want to see it. It's so good to watch you strip a tool apart and repair it. I love the videos, even went to my phone so I could subscribe and give you the like you deserve, brilliantly fascinating to watch you repair something that would be off to the tip otherwise. Me though I'd be stripping it apart myself to see what the problem is, but I'd make a grave error if not for watching your channel, I'd be oiling the nail gun to get it to work, so if I ever get the chance to repair a nail gun I would take that from your videos, no oil. Thank you for a really interesting channel, love watching you repair these tools.

[@marcusd2380]

Great videos man. For the press fit pin. Drop it in the freezer and shrink it. Makes a big difference

[@stephenotto2294]

That milwaukee 12v impact selector switch thats easy how it happened when they were using it the tool swung around and got jammed hit something and bent that thing like a pretzel. As a heavy equipment diesel mechanic none of my tools look like that though take some pride in your tools and keep them clean also helps with keeping them working

[@jeremymoorcroft9835]

I don't know what Dean looks like but I always imagine him as a certain actor. I can almost hear him saying "I have a very particular set of skills. If there's a fault, I will look for it, I will find it and I WILL fix it"!

[@ChadTolkien]

There's a picture of him on his KZbin profile page.

[@Theflyingscotsman84]

A Irish ray Winston 😂

[@1414141x]

There is a picture bubble of him on his profile name.

[@raykissoon8159]

Need some repairs on Hilti drills

[@Jason-Samurai]

He reminds me of Captain Price.

[@leonardpaciora5039]

Big thanks, Dean. The Milwaukee impact repair was exactly what I was looking for. GREAT ADVICE!!!

[@colinmcmillan2642]

I’m really enjoying the new format Dean - really interesting to see you evaluate each item and the thought processes behind each repair. Thank you for sharing your skill with us.

[@HighTone45]

When you used the sink with the fountain to clean the tools what was the liquid mineral oil?

[@Dustin_the_wind]

Thank you for your honesty, and exhibition of wisdom through experience; "Nothing else I can do, but throw it back in the bag." Keeping that one.

[@bayadere8308]

"It's never a good sign when something's brought in a shopping bag." This is why I love this channel.

[@tedwilliams8766]

i do concrete and milsuckee has been a big let down. its always the triggers that go. they just stop working. dont know what dewilt is doing different but i have yet to have one fail. im still using a dcf885 and a dcf886 off and on but my main one is the new dewilt stubby. lightwieght and compact. the only thing i dont like about it is they opened up the vents on the back like milsuckee which picks up dirt and throws it in your face like the milsuckee. ive also been using the back handle skilsaw and grinder in 60v since they first came out and they are beasts!! i enjoy your channel because i like to see what makes tools tick. for me, your channel kinda pick up where AvE left off with the opening of tools. the difference is he was showing what made them tick while youre showing how to make them tick again. thank you.

[@fazlyhasrin3149]

love this kinda stuff, keep it up superman!!

[@wdguild1]

10 out of 10 for you explanation of Nicad batteries.

[@dannyedwards592]

Like these longer episodes, keep it up!!!

[@wickedjack1222]

That waulkie impact is easily fixed by using a soldering iron to plastic weld a new locating pin on the direction switch. But I guess it depends on how far you want to get into it.

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

thanks pal

[@pete1323]

Love the videos. I don’t repair tools but it’s nice to see what will last and what doesn’t hold up. I’ve got a ton of Milwaukee and Makita and I will say Makita is a higher quality tool but Milwaukee has a better selection of automotive related tools. Hello from the states!

[@deandohertygreaser]

Yes, that is what I advise people. I'm not a fan of milwaukee but they are one of the best options of your a mechanic. They don't last very long but they have the extra power that mechanics need. Every other trade has no need for the extra power, so no need for tools that only last 1 or 2 years. Makita is better quality and lasts for decades. But next to no range for mechanics tools.

[@johnscully1836]

Serious content, great to watch someone so confident in his work, a good surgeon lost on ya id imagine.......

[@JohnDoe-df2zz]

I own that same NiMH Dewalt drill that came in a 2 pack with an SDS concrete drill. The batteries died years ago but both drills were in pristine condition. I needed a hammer drill for a porch building project so I purchased a battery adapter. It worked great for the regular drill, but the motor on the SDS drill interfered with the adapter. I disassembled the adapter and turned it backwards to make it work. I was able to drill the two holes I needed but I wish a better solution was available. Considering that was my first use of that SDS drill in over 15 years I guess I can't complain too much. Thanks for the great video.

[@stuartcharlton3363]

cheers for the parts washing footage, thats gold.

[@Yes_buh]

You call it the healing bench too aye nice nod to the man himself 😉

[@stephenrankin2078]

Sir you’ve got good hands Very skilled A joy watching you work

[@1414141x]

I've watched about 6 of your repair videos now - sort of addictive ! I've had a go at repairing my own electric tools and the main problem is finding out how they dismantle and especially on some that have unusual components and things that jump out because of springs ! I'd appreciate knowing how you go about learning how a tool you come across for the first time is dismantled. No doubt experience brings recognition of components but you must have to learn the hard way sometimes ? Especially on things you don't come across that often.

[@jasonvandervalk3679]

True

[@bladeoflucatiel]

That's where experience comes into play, look how fast he dissasembles the tools and just throw the screws on the table. He literally done that a thousand times. If you're trying to fix a bosch, makita or any reputable brand you can search for "exploded view diagrams" You will see exactly where the screws are and if theres any string under tension

[@1414141x]

@@bladeoflucatiel Yes, I admire his skill and knowledge but the way he just throws all the bits on the table does irritate me a little !! Especially as body screws look the same but are different lengths ! Why not have a segmented tray and put all the components in trays as you dissemble - far easier and a lot more organised.

[@wdguild1]

Thank you again for comments with regard to Milwaukee machines. The 5 year warranty in the US makes them worth while, but in the rest of the world they are doubtful.

[@andrewlewington829]

Nothing is made to last these days. Please keep up the great videos.. if repairable makes sense when possible 😊👍

[@nerfnerfification]

Loved the Video - impressed by your repair skills but even more impressed by the speedy diagnosis you show. Fantastic knowledge.

[@analogsmog]

ive been watching since a week ago. your narration and the ease at which you gut these fine machines and get them working again is very informative and relaxing. subscribed

[@chrislewis593]

Its great watching an expert at work ! Superb content !

[@TheRodriSosa]

Hi Dean, I've really enjoyed your channel and your views on power tools. I think you're right that reliability, repairability, and durability are three important factors to consider when choosing a power tool. In my opinion, reliability is the most important factor. A tool that doesn't work when you need it can be a real nuisance. Well-made tools are well-designed and constructed with high-quality materials. This helps to ensure that they are reliable and last for many years. Repairability is another important factor. If a tool breaks, it's important to be able to repair it. Well-made tools are typically easy to repair, even for inexperienced users. This can save you a lot of money in repairs or even in the purchase of a new tool. Durability is the third important factor. A tool that lasts for a long time is a worthwhile investment. Well-made tools are typically made from durable materials and are designed to withstand heavy use. Of course, there are other factors that may also be important when choosing a power tool. Power, speed, and features are some of the factors you should consider. However, I believe that reliability, repairability, and durability are the most important factors. Here are some tips for choosing power tools that are reliable, repairable, and durable: Do your research on brands and models before you buy. Read reviews and compare prices. Choose tools made from high-quality materials. Choose tools with a good track record of reliability. Make sure the tool has a warranty. I hope these tips help you choose the right power tools for your needs. Best regards.

[@jamesriordan3494]

AvE and Torque Test channel do a good job of getting to the root of quality - sometimes low where it should be high, and vice versa

[@jamesriordan3494]

AvE and Torque Test channel do a good job of getting to the root of quality - sometimes low where it should be high, and vice versa

[@jamesriordan3494]

AvE and Torque Test channel do a good job of getting to the root of quality - sometimes low where it should be high, and vice versa

[@jameskirk3]

When the repair guy uses my tools to disassemble other tools, I'm glad I bought it. team Makita 👍👌

[@sprogcharron]

Different subject matter & different accent but @dankpods springs to mind lol. Love watching your videos, simple and informative, gives you a bit of confidence to try and repair your own tools instead of adding them to landfill.

[@user-vi8gm5th8z]

Dean is some craftsman 👍

[@jernejloknar8011]

The bosch drill has a standard mabuchi rs550 or 580 motor, probably 20000 rpm. You can get one from a very old 18/20v nicd drill and use it in new machines, biggest problem is you need a good, small bearing puller to replace the gear.

[@oriancunningham]

I need to do one of those Bosch blade holder replacement on my sawzall as well, thanks!

[@edwardlogan267]

This guy is literally doing the lords work

[@user-uq8tr6vi2d]

I really liked the information you gave on De Walt batteries. I love to see you save all of these power tools if possible. Its amazing how many you get to repair. You must cover a big area. Do you advertise to get all this work? From Margaret a retired electrical technician.

[@zaxmaxlax]

55:52 I saw this happen too many times when they dont own the tool, they run it like a maniacs until it smokes, specially small cordless drills and 125mm grinders on concrete, they just dont wanna bother going back to pick a bigger corded machine.

[@alouisschafer7212]

Bosch even sells vehicle rescue blades for their recip saws

[@hectormendoza4158]

Exelentes videos me gusta la reparación de herramientas.

[@Numbering722]

Luv these videos and the way you are doing it makes me feel like happy lol

[@agnosticevolutionist3567]

My makita drills have lasted me over ten years used every day

[@vadimbellous8313]

Scrapping the M12 Milwaukee is not necessary. I have successfully fixed this exact issue twice before on Milwaukee impact drills. I drilled and tapped a tiny hole into the plastic (5 -42 or metric M2.5) where the broken pin was and screwed in a grub screw (or cut the head off a regular screw and use that). It has been years since the repair and with daily use it has been holding up fine till today. Certainly, no need to replace the entire controller board switch and motor for that pin. Another option would be to have a donor tool with an identical or similar switch you could swap out with a soldering iron. Depends on how much effort you are willing to spend on any given fix and if component-level repairs are financially viable in running a business. I think for the most part they are. Although, having to deal with customers and trying to explain the situation is a factor that might make such repairs unwise.

[@user-vi8gm5th8z]

great videos love these

[@Mynameja]

Thank you for the video I really enjoy this channel, your a super star. From John uk London all the best m8.

[@MarkJones-no2zf]

I have a couple milwaukee tool going on 5 years never had them fixed us them every day

[@thrillhunter9897]

i actually have the same milwaukee 12v impact its so powerful that it removes the lug nuts off my 1 ton work truck. that one fell in an oil drain bucket and someone tried to blow it out with compressed air. its crazy it still worked after being run over by a car also.

[@miitch99]

24:19 Dumb question but is that white connector on the top half of the shell meant to be plugged in there?

[@colinwilliams9290]

Love watching Dean in action, like ASMR for tool tarts

[@liamkenney983]

I have a few dewalts I’ve had for a long time and they’re still going strong even after sand water mud etc

[@mos8541]

im the First View and the first comment... but 2nd thumbing thumb , WOW that rig with the blade holder in the supported press with a screwdriver sticking out the front! ... smFh

[@thekiller1090000]

i really like your videos

[@jasonvandervalk3679]

I've had a 2ah dewalt battery for 9 years still works. Out of over 15 batteries I've only had one quite working.

[@Itisinthehand]

Bery enjoyable. Thank you.

[@Cranstal]

Fascinating!

[@bobsoft]

40:32 That is why I wear latex gloves when working on other peoples stuff and especially when working with solvents.

[@jamesriordan3494]

The Healing Bench 🙌

[@TheIrishCartman]

My milwaukee cordless skill saw has the trigger issue, I think it's a known problem with them, sometimes it'll work and sometimes it doesn't such a pity because it's a great tool

[@lisaferrara8120]

Was that 12V Milwaukee dropped in an oil pan?? WOW.

[@T1nCh0]

That first bosch is a nightmare to change. I'm guessing they have a very good reason to make it like that and not a simpler way other than maybe a proprietary design.

[@skysurferuk]

59:50 I have to disagree with you on battery life. Lithium batteries, if stored, need to be around half state of charge. Storing them either fully charged, or fully discharged is bad for them. Great content, & love your close-ups! Many thanks for sharing. 👍

[@abrahamparker-cortes4115]

Love it the video ❤

[@seannolan3465]

Hi Dean , just wondering what brand you find has the best quality impact drivers, i have 2 milwaukees but i can see theyre not great for repairs . which is the best ? Bosch is it ?

[@ToolTimeToday]

WoW!! That M12 Wrench at 41:24 absolutely disgusting for sure. Makes me angry tbh that there's ppl out there who have the attitude of "i dont care, it's someone else's problem" then start crying like a baby when the tool breaks down and fails to perform. I look after my tools and proud of it because at the end of the day i know they will look after me in what i do. I nearly got me another Milwaukee M12 wrench, But after seing your many videos decided to get me another Makita DTW300 Wrench as the functionality is far better and you get to register for the 3 year extended warranty as mentioned.. Top dollar video, enjoyed watching for sure.

[@shoopnooop2952]

With how the inside was it probably got dropped in oil at least once.

[@Sunsetseven]

Another great video and you brought up the subject of converters, could you recommend an adapter to convert from Bosch 18v NiCad to Lithium, have seen a few adapters but all seem to be 3D printed so not sure how much abuse they will take. Any recommendations I'm sure would be appreciated by your audience too :-)

[@AxlMetcalf]

Probably not the first to ask but do you happen to offer a service for fixing/replacing bad battery packs? I found the inner cell pack somewhere online but I’m not exactly confident enough to try do it & can’t exactly buy a replacement

[@stoffes]

that kniofe u using looks good ! just have the blades in the knife!

[@RisBo21]

I have GSB 18-2-Li and the motor smells' when i run it a bit.. time for a change.. thx for the videos.. a

[@jaigennat4120]

2021 milwaukee will still be in warranty..... in Australia it would have 5 year warranty. I assume it would be the same in the uk.

[@erinsquirkychannel501]

Dean wat heavy weight impact should I get to bust thos big bolts off the car n tractors

[@loru90ate]

What phillips extension bit do you use?

[@rossnolan2883]

Super 😊

[@Milosz9]

What's best power tools to get parts for than?

[@deepwinter77]

Hey Dean, I'm in Wicklow just wondering where can you recommend a place to buy parts, Im a welder and go through grinders like they're going out of fashion.

[@alandaly5570]

How do you magnetize your screwdriver

[@Sundayfunnies]

My cordless sds bosch lasted just long enough to get past the warranty period. Then stop working. Also had makita 1/2 high torque samething. I think everyone is made to last till the warranty up these days. TVs, refrigerators......

[@RaulRamirez-zu9dt]

Ok on the battery charger was it you who disconnected the cables the gray and the big plastic control lead

[@neroxxx]

Hi, I have a Stanley sds cordless drill and after a second of holding the trigger it cuts out, but if I throttle it, it works find until it reaches max power. Do you take in tools from other people?

[@heffo1992]

Was it possible to get individual parts for the V18 and V28 Milwaukee tools?

[@gavindempsey99]

Loving the videos. Im looking for a set of long reach ¼" bits, what are you using in your videos?

[@deandohertygreaser]

the hex ones i use are tengtools, but they are badly worn out. i sometimes just heat and straighten an Allen key

[@ardenbarrett]

I think the problem with the battery charger was just the fact that the black wire was disconnected inside. It was already off when you opened it up.

[@michaelcody3356]

A good way to fix those sticky tool holders on a 1/4 hex impact hot the outside of the tool holder and run the drill for 30 sec to a min

[@dedewill5258]

So which make off tool is the best also last the longest .

[@chris-C8]

Great video, as always, Dean! I noticed you commented on the Bosch drill being more of a DIY drill. However, the reciprocating saw also had "Bosch Professional" on the side, so how does one tell the difference when looking at them in the store?

[@deandohertygreaser]

Price

[@zaxmaxlax]

​@@deandohertygreaserAre the brushless ones better? I have the brushed one GSR 18v-21

[@user-yz1ym7cf4o]

The price is a good indicator and if it is brushless or brushed, however Bosch also has a little red „heavy duty“ tag behind the model number on the better machines

[@tdotw77]

😅 Couldn't you see the distinct difference in just size\girth alone? There is a dramatic difference in the 'homeowner'-professional vs the real 'professional' tools. Price is pretty obviously way different too.👍🏻👌🏻🛠️🔩🔧🤔🔌🔋⚡💥💨🤷🏻‍♂️

[@persanil8799]

Hola amigo¡¡ Cual sería una de las mejores marcas para ti?. Conoces la marca parkside? que te parece? Gracias

[@adamwright5553]

What cordless power tools would you say is best for construction work?

[@thomasfogerty3515]

Makita and metabo hpt/ hikoki.

[@aaalll2513]

Watched the whole video. You're awesome. Love your work. 1) Do you know and recommend a place where I can buy battery adapters for different brands? I am interested in using a Milwaukee M18 battery with a Dewalt circular saw. Still have Ni battery, but definitely worth buying the adapter. 2) Have you come across Hilti drills with the motor running intermittent? Still intermittent with new brushes? Any suggestions?

[@vadimbellous8313]

Just don't leave the adapted battery inside the tool when you are storing it. The unmatched tool will drain the battery completely just by sitting there, killing it. Tool and batteries communicate with one another when they are the same brand. When mismatched, they don't because the adapter transfer only has the positive and negative power rails and no “data” lines.

[@Duck_31]

my left ear felt alone for the entire 1h and 5min

[@erinsquirkychannel501]

Does hilti have a longer warranty there in irland, uk, Europe, it has 20yr I belive here on some of its tools

[@Barbaratio]

What the hell is with those impacts from mechanic shops... Mine don't look nothing like that.

[@Adam_Lynn]

Not sure if it is a trick of the edit but the panasonic charger has a white connector disconnected...

[@matthewjohnston1400]

Picked up on some AvEisms.

[@markmawson1]

That Milwaukee m12 stubby impact has got to have been smothered in oil and deffo been drove over

[@12monkey57]

How do you dry the parts after they’re clean???

[@deandohertygreaser]

Air compressor and an old rag

[@kilouno1963]

QUESTION I HAVE AN ANGLE GRINDER THAT IT WOULD NOT RUN ANYMORE I THING IT'S THE POWER BUTTON BUT I HAVE NO IDEA HOW TO REPLACE CAN YOU HELP????

[@bobfife9071]

Hi Dean, im looking to purchase a cordless socket wrench 3/8 i was looking at Milwaukee but listening to your comments about longeverty would i be right to stay away. What make would you recommend for a very clean and tidy mechanic. Thank you.bob

[@vadimbellous8313]

DeWALT DCF850B It's compact and much more powerful then it looks. I have four of them at my body shop that get used daily and I can't praise this model enough. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHbSqot6l9acl9k

[@markmawson1]

On that Panasonuic battery charger as you opened it the white plug and another connector were unplugged could that have been the problem if the charger had been dropped ?

[@deandohertygreaser]

no i pulled them out so open the cover fully,

[@markmawson1]

@@deandohertygreaser awwww ok

[@lightbatmen]

@@deandohertygreaser выкладывать полностью фрагмент стоило, а не обрезать видео, будто только сейчас вскрываешь.

[@rogertyler3237]

Lookslike That Impact Driver Could Use A Little Handcleaner To Clean It Up

[@Tony_The_Monk]

What do you use to clean the internal parts?

[@mrw6156]

In other videos he shows himself using kerosene in a parts washer

[@bulla8631]

how’s many’s RPM all this DC motor can it’s spend i gushed the highest is 20k RPM maybe I’m wrong or right