RYOBI Rotary Tool FVM51 Lithium Battery With Awful Quick Change Not A Dremel

[@shastastan1935]

I use this rotary tool more than any others. I have 2 other ryobi rotary tools that use the +1 18v batteries. I also have some dremels. I like this tool the best because of it's size and weight. I only use it for woodcarving though. I bought the multi lithium battery charger since I have other ryobi lithium battery tools. I dumped the quick change collets and replaced them with dremel collet chucks. Now I can use smaller shaft bits. Life is much easier now. :)

[@drscopeify]

The collet is very standard for die grinders, you need to loose it once, move the bit slightly outward then continue to loosen. It's to prevent the bit flying out while in use by having 2 pairs of threads. So you unthread the first, move the bit slightly, then continue to unthread the second pair.

[@MrD50boy]

I just got one. If the bit sticks when loosening it by hand, you need to adjust the tightness of the lower part of the quick connect with the wrench where it screws on. There’s a sweet spot where it’ll work as designed. If it’s too tight on the rotary tool, the bit will stick.

[@GrandpappyJim]

I just bought mine yesterday and tryed it out. Worked fine for me slick as a whistle. It worked good with my dremel bits as well

[@vader10308]

Great video! I remember my first time using tools too!

[@chinzito]

You over tightened the bit with the quick change collet. Also, when you loosen the quick change collet it is important not to open the collet until it stops. I found that it clamps the bit when you loosen the collet all the way until it stops. Tighten the collet on the bit until it clicks and loosen the collet until it breaks free. Give that a try and you’ll find it works great!

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Did you miss the part where the chuck was tightened by hand only?

[@rescuetheweak]

I just now bought that cordless one and had the same problem, and I am very familiar with the Dremel and others for sharpening chainsaws as well. Very frustrating I tried everything in the Ryobi video.

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Ryobi now has a toolless chuck jist like the Dremel version. I bought one a couple months ago and just now remembered getting it. wlwook for the update soon. Thanks for watching.

[@maxomaxwell7003]

I got this with a bundle put a battery in it , and when I went to take it back out one of the metal battery connectors down inside the tool came flying out and I was like what the heck ! Still works tho just not sure if it lost any power from that connector being gone . Doesn’t seem like it …

[@detroitdan8487]

I like the tool. I had the same problem with quick change. small pliers work great for me. For some work in my low ceiling attic it was great. No complaints on battery use, but wouldn't mind another 10%.

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Thanks for sharing

[@BrandtHambrick]

I fixed mine with another wrench, one at top and bottom of the chuck to open it back up. After that it seems to work fine. But they have a basic chuck and my corded Dremel chuck work with it as well.

[@albertlepore1039]

That quick package tool you showed in the beginning is so slow! Could be faster with dull scissors!

[@jrh13-65]

I like your review. I just recently picked up the 12 volt and had the same issue with the chuck. I have a corded Dremel and I got extra quick change chucks. I use one of them now with the Ryobi cordless. Ryobi's quick change chuck tightens for the bit and the tool as it can be tightened by the wrench at both ends. I found this doesn't work well. I hope Ryobi is reading about this issue. Thanks for your video.

[@AdamEdwardGaming]

The collet is fine, its the way you are trying to remove the tool bit. the wrench is not even needed to remove the tool bit. Maybe read the instructions, clockwise/anti clockwise unlocks it. If the collet is spinning its clearly not done up properly on the rotary tool... No issues with mine...

[@davidperry8046]

Same thing here that quick release doesn’t work hell I can’t even put a bit in it at all. Taking it back asap I’ll try one more.

[@jeremynoakes]

I see this on clearance here in Canada for 35 bucks but not to sure if it’s under power or how long the battery is gonna last compared to my Milwaukee m12 rotary tool . They did have a corded ryobi tool for 10 bucks more I might take a better look at because mine is old and on the way out

[@dappa211]

that package opener seems to be struggling a bit. i'd scratch that off my wish list

[@ScrollsawVideo]

It works but I wont buy another when it dies.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

Mine dont even insert into that quick change collar at all ... taking it back tomorrow

[@IconArcade]

Same issue here. I think someone else above is suggesting you can use one wrench at the top and one at the bottom to open the chuck a bit more, then it should work fine with the quick change. I don't know if I have a wrench that small though, so right this minute I'm too frustrated to dig around for one. Really disappointed there's no quality control from the factory on the chuck. I naturally assumed the accessories that came in the box would work with the product in the box. 🤷🏻‍♂

[@jass7981]

Been trying for an hour to figure out how this quick change bullshit works. Going back to the store to return it for a dremel.

[@bradprater4789]

I happened to have an actual quick change chuck. Aside from the piece of shit chuck, it's a great cordless rotary tool. I would also suggest ditching the 2ah battery and grabbing a 2 pack of the 3ah batteries. Well worth the $30, when on sale

[@jaydeebee3147]

How did you take the chuck out?

[@ScrollsawVideo]

LOL...a few bears and a few pliers

[@nathanwebster2800]

And their customer service for Ryobi others also nonexistent was on hold for 2 hours no one ever finally gave up

[@CoolcarMan-qr9zl]

I’m Actually Got The same problem but it the opposite The bit it not tight when I turning it because when I press the button it not Turning

[@nathanwebster2800]

How long does it take to charge the battery for the rotary tool

[@pemtax557]

Tightening the collet way to hard ... not necessary. The collet is getting stuck to inside the collet nut because of deforming caused by too much pressure. Firm, not as tight as you can make it, is typically all you need for this type of tool. Cheers and good luck ...

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Thanks, ill keep that tip im mind on the next review that comes with this 'quick change' collet nut.

[@pipoargenti6912]

Quick Change... yeah suuuuure

[@rw7546]

I have similar problems with the quick change chuck. (Very disappointed that a GREAT tool has such a crappy holder. Shame on Ryobi quality control. ) I also used a Dremel replacement part.

[@ScrollsawVideo]

I noticed at Home Depot that Ryobi has a quick change just like Dremel's.....video coming soon. Thanks for watching.

[@wikkidclown1]

Just based on the fact that he didn't read the directions I'm going to assume he just doesn't know how to use the quick change properly.

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Based of this comment I'm gonna assume that you didn't watch the video.

[@LogicallyKnot]

Just opened mine and can't get it to open to even insert a tool. What a piece of trash

[@brianginter2279]

HAVING EXACT SAME ISSUE

[@Matthew-li7we]

An absolute waste of money this thing was, completely regret buying it.

[@richarde9246]

Push down on the tool

[@ScrollsawVideo]

Did you watch the video?

[@richarde9246]

@@ScrollsawVideo yes I did at least I thought so I watch another video and they showed that trick which worked for me . If I I missed something sorry just wanted to help in what worked for me

[@mikesrcstuff3288]

Just tap the bit inward with a piece of wood or something not too hard to remove bit. Not rocket science.

When you know how to use this rotary tool, then post....wow...total fail.

[@ScrollsawVideo]

You didn't like the review?

[@nathanwebster2800]

Quick change is junk