I recently finished my basement and ran a lot of wiring, I used this drill a ton going through floor joists and 2x4 studs. I bought 2 batteries and always kept one charged. This drill never failed and still works great today. I have also used it for drilling metal, I think that using good bits rather than junk ones is more important than the drill you’re using and it’s far easier than dragging extension cords all over the place. Maybe I got lucky and got a good one!
DIY and farmer here. I have recently started buying the 20 volt Herc tools. They have made me regret the money I’ve spent Milwaukee stuff - especially batteries.
You're not going to get the life of a Milwaukee tool out of it. Unless Milwaukee has gone way down hill. I have makita drills and batteries I used in an industrial setting since 2013 and i just now had to replace 1 of the 3 amp hour batteries the kit came with. I drive in #10 in 2 to 5 inch length screws into pine, poplar, maple mostly.
@@robertmceuen3630 it’s just my opinion. I bought several of the 20 volt tools 3 years ago. I’ve run the impact and drill hard with screws for replacing three metal barn roofs, 140 acres of pasture fencing and other farm maintenance. The warranty on batteries is 3 years and all still charge normally and last a long time - not a single issue with any of the tools. Chervon makes them and also the Flex and Ego lines of tools. They also prove to me that fanboys are ignorant.
@@llewellinfelon I was replying to a different commenter, not you. I apologize for the mix up; my darn phone won't reply to an individual, just "add a reply." Again, sorry.
If you buy a work light at harbor freight buy the Icon brand. I can personally attest to the quality of these lights as i use mine everyday, and sometimes all day long. Oils, antifreeze, trans fluid, break fluid, no matter what it is doest not phase these lights and they wipe off with a rag so easy with nearly no residue. I left mine up once and lowered a car on it while it was in upright position and all it did was pop it out from off the lift, shot it against the wall and not one thing happened to it. It was like it never happened. The battery last quite a while but that also depends on which light mode being used. Keep the charging port covered up and it doesn't fail to charge. Best little work light I've ever used. The only issue it has is the rubber cover on the magnet won't stay on very long but then most won't anyways without special adhesive. Icon brand is very well made... you won't regret owning one.
I've got a set of the yellow steel ramps like those from back in the early '90's. They have never even TRIED to flex, but every time I pull up anything on them, I stand and stare at them for a couple minutes and listen for pops lol. Then I grab my jack stands AND place a hydraulic floor jack somewhere as sort of a backup to the backup. I was in HF tonight and saw a guy buy the 10 pack tape roll, and though I've never used it, I've always suspected... It's very rare to find GOOD cheap electrical tape lol. I've got that backpack sprayer. If you're a bigger guy, it'll be a one-shoulder pack sprayer, and a heavy one when it's full. It sprays ok, but you will wear your arm out with the CONSTANT pumping just to maintain some sort of pressured flow. I would have taken it back, but I actually bought it way back when 25% coupons weren't rare unicorns, and I didn't even open the box for a year or so. I'm curious to know if you bought a better version from Harbor Freight, or if you went with something totally different. I bought one of those little drills for my wife to use in the house and for when I wanted to quickly grab a tool and knock out a couple drilled holes, or use it to maybe assemble a piece of furniture. Convenience. The problem with it for me is the chuck clutch. It's not the conventional ratcheting type. It's some sort of friction-slip type assembly, that will slip without much pressure at all on the drill or the screw. You can find the sweet spot and finesse your way through lightweight jobs, but that takes the whole convenience aspect and lights it and burns it when you realize you're working pretty hard to maintain perfect pressure. I enjoyed the video! Lots of good takes here, and I've subbed. Thanks.
Gosh, thank you for the comments. I also use to put jack stands under my steel ramps when I had them. Long gone now though. I hated that sprayer. Just went with a 2 gallon hand held unit from Lowes. I was frustrated at the time and didn't want another failure. Still have the one from Lowes. That electrical tape is bad. The drill is what it is. Not great but in a pinch will do. I appreciate the kind comments and thank you for watching and subscribing!
@@kubiedoesit you're very welcome! The ironic thing about the ramps is that I've always worried about the plastic ones being the weak version, so I've never bought any lol.
The trolley jack has its uses. I put it under one of my cars that I can't get my floor jacks under. I raise the car enough to put wooden blocks under the front wheels, remove the trolley jack, and use the floor jack to finish the job. I also used it to help out a friend with an engine swap with the transmission attached to the engine. The trolley jack did a great job of keeping the tail end of the transmission off the ground while we moved the engine back and forth to align the motor mounts.
I have the Warrior drill bit set I bought a year or so ago. I bought it just for wood, fiberglass, aluminum and plastics, and only use them just for this. Cheap and has many sizes. They still hold up. Just dont grab one in a hurry to drill steel or stainless steel. I learned decades ago to get quality bits for harder metals.
I have the Warrior drill bit set and it's great for my use. I only use it for wood and limited drilling in Trex. I made a bench block for my roll pin punches, center punches, bolt catch punches, a 1/4" x 2" clevis pin to assist in installing the take-down pin in ARs. The gripping handles of the punches were of several different diameters and buying a bit for each size would have cost me a young fortune and this set had all the sizes required, but the sizes from 7/16" on up require a 1/2" drill, as they will not fit in a 3/8" drill. Great for limited soft drilling use!
@@davidwiley3440 I agree, David. There's a lot of bits in this set, I couldn't pass on it for $9 and change! For my use, HF has the tools I need at excellent prices!
My 8 year old daughter uses the rotary "trash" tool to drill holes through her rocks. She also uses it to carve figures into wood. Because it is underpowered it's safer than my dremel. It allows me to teach her to use tools but relieves me of the concern over her fingers. ✌️
@bobbylibertini Dull knives won't do a thing. This thing will do plenty. Not going to start her off with something she doesn't need, that her small hands can't hold well enough to be safe. She's just shaping rocks and carving designs into wood. It's a process to get her into using powered tools. If you're watching this you're into tools as well. Hopefully we can appreciate passing the skill to our kids no matter how they get into it.
I have one of the backpack sprayers, aside from having to tighten everything up, I had no issues with it. I agree it isnt the most comfortable thing in the world, but after learning how it worked, it worked great.
I bought that rotary tool many years ago and yes it is junk. Very underpowered and runs from a weak 12VDC wall wart. However I have managed to use it for very light duty things, mainly I'll put a broken in half cotton swab in it, put metal polish on the swab, and use it for micro polishing tasks. The trolly jack, if the size suits the vehicle, can be a good alternative to the factory included scissor jack for roadside flat tire replacements. It's not very big, nor very heavy so doesn't take up much trunk space, but do include a piece of thick plywood for when the tire swap needs to happen on a soft shoulder, and do keep appendages out from under the vehicle.
I agree with your list except for the drill. I went through about 5 lb of 1 inch self tapping steel screws and rotated two harbor freight batteries and I got a lot of use out of it in fact I bought a second drill to have an extra battery and drill. After about 2 years of heavy use it finally caught fire and they replaced it for free and gave me an extra battery. I think it comes down to sometimes how you treat your tools. I've been able to get a lot of life out of the batteries because I don't leave them on the charger once they're charged, they come off the charger and they don't sit on it. I agree with you on the Doyle and Quinn, I haven't had any problems with them they're very good hand tools. I've heard stories about the Bauer drills catching fire and that's why I was thinking about upgrading Hercules because they've got some good coupons coming out for Christmas. Appreciate the video and I'm headed to harbor freight lol
The Titanium Drill Bit Set, has held up great, I have even drilled holes in rebar, and tool steel. At the price, I thought they would be junk, but I am amazed with there quality, I recommend them to any one. I am a retired tool & die maker. The Electrical tape in my opinion is great, it sticks, is flexible, and thick enough to safely insulate 3 phase electrical circuits, it's as good asd3M's tape.
@@Robert-bg2nm Here in West Central Mi, it get's cool, in the winter, but I have had no trouble using it in sub zero weather, I rap the wire, I cup my hand around it to warm it slightly, it sticks. However It does no work in Automotive wiring where the wires are exposed to oil.
Them shop rags the red one's I have some I use them when I grease bearings or whipping something that's nasty after I'm done I put them in the trash but after they are done I will just get blue disposable shop towels
the12v cordless drill is not bad....I paid 9.99 on sale and it works well for light duty......it stayed charged for a whole work bench that I built from scratch driving in some long screws!......not bad for 10.00!....he is right about everything else especially the yellow batteries......the blue batteries he mentioned are alkaline batteries that are good but cost more!
I tend to strongly Agree with all your Reccomendations except the Bottle Jack I have Safely used a Small Bottle Jack for more than 30 years I always use Jackstands and Wood Blocks the Jack I use was actually a KMart Branded 1 Ton Jack. I’ve literally carried it in the case in my Truck with a Variety of Hand Tools and that combination has gotten me out of many binds Pulling a Variety of Trailers All over The United States I’ve done roadside Repairs like Trailer Tire Blowouts / Spare Tire Exchanges , Bearing Replcements and even a Trailer Axle Swap on a boat Trailer I’ve owned and Pulled Enclosed Car Carrier Trailers ,lots of Marine(Boat trailers 5th WheelCamping Trailers and Bumper Pull Camping Trailers
The warrior bits saved me just recently! I needed a 7/16 drill bit and that's all I had. Of course it was in wood so no biggy. On the red towels, I soaked them in vinegar, rinsed them in a gallon bucket, once rung out I dried them in the dryer. That helped a lot. I also heard a rumor the recipe has changed and the die bleeding issue is a thing of the past. I have tried it yet but tempted later down the road!
I bought the 115 piece drill bit set off Harbor Freight on a lark for $29.95. I got it just to see how bad it really was. They're M2 black oxide bits. They'll drill mild steel. If you know what you're doing. A hand drill is usually 2,500-3,000 RPM full speed. Full out you can only drill a 3/16ths hole. A bigger bit you have to go slower. That's just reality. Cobalt bits you can be a little stupider but there's limits. If you want to be really effing stupid you'd better use solid tungsten carbide bits. But you're going to be snapping them all the time. Serves ya right.
Yes sir. I purchased the red shop cloths also. After ordering, I read a review saying the color bleeds when wet, it was then I wished I had chosen the white cloths rather than the red ones, both were on sale for $6 or $7 and change for 50 towels. I use them for cleaning my firearms, oiling them, etc. After using them and getting oil on them I wash the cloths in the bathroom sink, and yes, they bleed the coloring, but being that water so easily makes the coloring run, I knew that the bleeding wouldn't permanently stain anything, so it's not really an issue for me. Enjoy your day, everyone!
I use the electrical tape all the time. I don't know what voltage it's rated for, but I don't use it for high voltage applications. Does it hold up outdoors with UV exposure? Only for about 5 years! I bought some 3M electrical tape once and the factory cutter had cut about 1/4" into the roll. I ended up with a whole bunch of 10" strips of tape.
Vinyl electrical tape, which most is if it doesn't specify otherwise, is not really suited to any application where it gets direct, or even indirect sunlight (UV) exposure.
The last several rolls of the 3M 33 tape I've gotten, used about 10 feet and then the sticky separated from the vinyl part. Will they exchange it? Heck no
I have never bought an extended warranty on anything I have ever purchased, electronics,tools,car parts, anything for that matter, never have needed,or regretted that decision.
I bought some Hercules portaband blades for my Milwaukee portaband recently. Damn things are made in the USA! Freaking rip offs. Thought I was getting some quality Chinese blades but nope got it home and seen the Made in USA right on the box.
I like the shop rags. I've always used them to wipe my hands clean and they work good. If they get too soiled I just throw them out. If you need a towel to absorb liquids, that's not what they're for.
If you're looking for an inexpensive but well made 12v drill for your hobby room or even medium duty use around the house lowes sells a skill 12v li-ion 1/2 chuck brushless drill with a fast charger for $40. And the battery has a usb port you can use to charge a phone etc.
I’ve had the metal ramps for forty years. Didn’t come from hf but look identical. Used them a bunch for family and my cars and light trucks. Never had a problem but you have to use caution when driving up them. There is not much of a stop at the top. I lent them out once and the guy drove right up over them straight away. That wasn’t good. I won’t lend them out ever again. This was a good purchase for me and I like how they store together. One day I’ll weld a higher stop as I’m getting older and I’m getting less skilled at driving up on them.
Your absolutely right on everything, except that's a warrior cordless screwdriver 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 not a drill. A drill well drill holes. Harbor tools attract rust fantastically. Those batteries, give to soomeone you don't like cause they leak tooo. Rotary tool attachments fly off, etc, etc😂😂😂😂😂 🎉 The tarp grommets are the same spacing on the same color and tarp and alot leak. They do sell gromlets
Don’t forget that Pittsburgh hand tools are guaranteed for life, so you can take a broken screwdriver or pair of pliers back, even if it’s just one out of the pack. I’ve heard they open up a new pack of tools to replace your broken one. Also, another UA-camr said they even replaced a Pittsburgh measuring tape he got as a freebie when it broke.
I got the Bauer 20 volt 6 tool combo for $ 160 Labor Day sale price. The only brushless tool is the oscillating saw, but for light diy all the tools work well. My only complaint so far is the leaf blower only lasts 10 minutes on the 3 hour battery.
Yeah all the Bauer tools I’ve bought have held up great and have taken a lot of abuse! I’m impressed and happy with them so far. Out of over a dozen different Bauer tools the only one that has failed me was the cordless drill, and it was almost 5yrs old and I was working it to death🤷🏻♂️. As a matter of fact it was the first Bauer tool I ever had-it was given to me by a friend who had been gifted a Milwaukee drill. I was impressed with it and began trying more and more of the brand and I have nothing bad to say about anything I have from Bauer, the leaf blower doesn’t last very long on full power but for the money…still awesome!
@@MidnightOilsRestoration That's good to know, being new to Bauer I've been impressed also and already got the 20 volt wet/dry vacuum to add to the collection. I agree the blower is awesome and super handy! I think the key to longevity is not to let the tool get too hot, let it rest every few minutes.
@@edstevens1435 yep you got it! That’s what happened when the drill failed also… it got super hot and like a dummy instead of giving it awhile to cool off-I gave it a minute or two and back at it…yep I killed it😂! I was drilling some holes in 1/2” plate; I needed 8 total and I got 6 done-almost the 7th one🤷🏻♂️. You know how it goes…Cmon baby just 1 more…👎🤦🏻♂️😅
@@MidnightOilsRestoration I smoked two 120 volt lawn tools by using too many extension cords...Yeah who knew right? Apparently it's a thing, the voltage gets too low and it smokes the windings?
What budget friendly drill bit set do you recommend to drill metal,plastic,or wood? Would you recommend the dewalt drill bit set that is on sale at Home Depot this Black Friday?
I have several sets of Dewalt bits and have had good luck with them. I haven't tried the Herculese bits at Harbor Freight yet but I am optimistic they will be pretty good.
Depends on which metals you want to drill. Generally if it's steel, you should get cobalt bits for that, but for smaller bits in a hand drill, do get less brittle HSS bits for plastic and wood. There are several reasonable quailty budget sets and I can't tell you which have the best Black Friday deals. Dewalt's are usually decent, or check some youtube drill bit shootouts.
I've never really used a bottle jack for lifting a vehicle.... Always used them to support or lift sometimes even to force something heavy to where I wanted it. With all the other options does anyone use them for lifting a car/truck? Agree on the bits but yeah good for wood nice and cheap, their pliers are ok except for the slip pliers they don't hold for crap. The batteries I agree on but I buy them for remotes because why spend big money on something like a tv remote. Agree on the rags too I bought them before but found the scotts shop towels are way better. Some of the items on the list the same goes for anyone selling similar items those cheap screwdrivers, that mini rotary tool, and the cheap cheap drills they work but none are very good. Every hardware brand etc has their own version of some random name and they are all very poor quality and utility. Overall Harbor freight is an amazing store for tool options and value but there is definitely some stuff that is just not worth it even when free.
This is amazing that the drillbit set is the first thing you have on your list! I bought one of these drill sets a few years back. I am not a frequent user of drilling things, but I do have a nice Milwaukee powerhouse drill. I started a small engine business this past year. But anyway, the drill bits do not hold up that well in a break so freaking easy and the larger ones do not stay sharp at all.
I just use the blue shop paper towels, better than most shop rags. I have no experience with HF battery operated tools, seen too many mixed reviews so, I'm on the fence with those. I use my Milwaukee, Makita and Rigid power tools, Rigid gives you a full lifetime warranty which includes the batteries. With HF, sometimes, you get what you pay for and other times, you get quality tools for a cheaper price. Cheers :)
I’ve used rolls and rolls of the electrical tape with no complaints. Now having said that I don’t think in my life ever used a high quality electrical tape. Now the backpack sprayers. I’ve lived on this same 9 acre spot my whole 28 years of life and we’ve had multiple and yes they are aweful as far as comfort but haven’t had a whole lot of issues as of the function. Definitely worth trying again. Possibly got a bad one. Which isn’t uncommon in the harbor freight world. Like the video. 👌
I’m in the old school “buy once cry once” crowd. If you’re absolutely positively know that it’s a one project and you’re done tool and it’s a light weight job then take a chance on a cheap tool but otherwise you’d be surprised how often you start building up your tool arsenal and how much easier it makes your life.
I'm definitely in the camp of buying the best you can afford. However, I do know that some people have limited budgets and have to buy the low cost options. I have been there. Hey, thanks for watching!
@@kubiedoesit In the past, when I couldn't afford a decent tool, I'd either borrow..improvise, or pay someone else top do it. It just doesn't pay to buy junk tools- and more so when you can least afford to waste money. Crappy tools are no better than no tools. I can't buy the best of everything...but I do have minimum standards when it comes to tools,.
These days all too often the "buy once cry once" influencers would have you pay $170 for a Snap On mini tool box when all you need is the Black Friday US General two drawer for $9.95. We would all be better off buying tools by features and specifications than tribal affiliations and bragging rights. Case in point, ask around at commercial truck shops, there is a significant move to ICON tools in the roll arounds. Snap On for double the price and then finding them for a warranty vs HF open 7 days a week is making an impact. Sadly, some of HF"s cheapest tools are no longer available. I bought NOS 4" chain saw carving disc for an angle grinder for $8 and shipping online, HF is now over $20 and box stores were $40. It was a one time job to slot a beam for wiring to run to a suspended light. That's $12 I didn't spend went toward supper than night not rusting in a drawer for years.
I like the Warrior 12v drill because it's lightweight and easy to handle. But, I only use it for removing and reinstalling hardware. I have better drills and impact drivers for other jobs.
Wholeheartedly agree with all your selections...except the drill bits. I'm doing wood, so top notch metal working drills are overkill. I have both split point and brad point sets. When a bit gets tired, I replace it with a comparable unit in split point, or a Fisch if it's brad point
Recommendations on shop towels. Not intended to be used like paper towels. Wipe grease off hands, tools, detail engine, wipe off bug remains using goop and wipe door jams. I give them a second life by soaking in a good degreaser and tumbling them in the HFT polymer drum concrete mixer like a washing machine. Hang on chain link fence to dry.
18 volt warrior stuff is just fine. No, you're not going to be building cabinets or sinking stuff into concrete. But if you just want to have it around to put up some shelves or fix a light fixture around the house, it does the job quite well. I have one. I've had it for 6 or 7 years now. The batteries last a surprisingly long time. And it's really handy to have it around for just such an occasion.
I have the drill set and they work just fine for me. When they dull I sharpen them or in the case of the smaller than .125" I just pitch them. When cutting metal, as with all other drill bits, use plenty of cutting oil and a much slower rpm than you use with wood. I have had that floor jack for many years now and for the most part works fine. I also have a bottle jack, only an 8 ton. I don't use it a lot but when I do it works fine.
We bought 8 grinders from HF 4 dewalts and 2 from Metabo for out welding shop in 2005 We burned up all the HF and the 2 dewalts in the first 6 weeks. The dewalts actually burned up in 3 days. And when i say burned up i mean smoked. Grant it, we e run them all dsy in fabrication. The original 2 metabo grinders are still in use having only had their brushes replaced and cords. Needless to say we bought 10 more back then and still buy them to add to mobile units. They cost a bit more but seem seem indestructible to this day.
Thanks for the info. I have a corded and cordless DeWalt. I hope they last. Sounds like Metabo will need a closer look should one of them bite the dust. Thanks for watching!
Picked up the drill bits on impulse checking out thinking it was good deal. Went back after thinking cheap might be expensive, seems like right choice after reading negative reviews and your review. Was returning my defective Pittsburgh comfort grip plier set anyway. A chunk of teeth missing on groove joint pliers, burrs on edges and kinda felt oily, also at least for feel in my hands the comfort grip was uncomfortable. Was thinking about going with Quinn but decided on going to Lowe’s to buy Kobalt set, only set in stock was returned item so will wait for it to come back in stock, quality was much better. I also went with Merlin pieces for my compressor was thinking about the CP kit but I decided to go with their upgraded brand as I do like the Merlin retractable air hose.
The air compressor set you mentioned the cheap one has held up for me for over 8 years now. I only use it to add air to tires when they go low during temperature changes. So the cheap one has worked well for me nothing wrong with it.
Only thing I disagree with is the shop towels. I like them. They’re junk, but priced that way. I don’t wash them, I don’t check oil with them. But they’re good for wiping hands, greasy tools, or wiping grease out of hubs and such. They can leave material behind, which is why I don’t use for clean fluids. But they’re great for getting the first layers of grime off things- including me. Then, I just throw them away. However, I thank you for your insight on the sprayer. I was strongly considering it. I believe I’ll pass, as I agree with most everything else. Their power tools are a pass for me. Their tiny floor jack works well for a spare in my daughter’s car (her’s was missing), but not for garage use. I bought icon deep wells, hate them, poorly designed. The hex splines are only cut half way up the socket. And that’s proven to be a pain a few times in tight spots. I’ll go gear wrench next time. Like the combo wrenches I got my kid.
The warrior 12v drill is what it is. And what it is, like you said, is lightweight and small and a heck of a value. I don't think anyone is buying this expecting stump grinding power. The lithium battery pack doesn't die after sitting for a few days like older style batteries and that right there is great, especially for just a homeowner situation.
On the 4 gallon backpack sprayer, hoping you're wrong and it will work Okay for a somewhat small yard (???) Hoping to be able to use it for a bit of time and then somehow add an Electric pump to spray for weeds/bug's/etc...
I make my reviews based on research and personal experience. I had a bad experience with this sprayer and read reviews from various sources by people who also had bad luck with it. With that said, there always people who have great experiences and swear by some of the tools I don't recommend. Heck, I don't recommend one of the HF creepers because I have read so many bad reviews. However, I have one of the same creepers and haven't had any problems. I say pick up one of the backpack sprayers on sale and give it a shot. Since you are using it for light duty it may be fine. I will warn you it is uncomfortable and a bit awkward to wear on your back. The straps seem to be an after thought. Let me know how it works for you. Crossing my fingers that you have a good experience. Thanks for watching!
@kubiedoesit I won't be using it until sometime this coming spring for either weed's or spider's around here (hopefully I do get some good luck for this application)... Unfortunately I do have the creeper in your video... And in just about all the wheel's the bearing's are falling out and it's out of warranty, so I'm in the process of installing different wheel's in the SIX (I think) spots so I can use it as intended (as current the wheel's grab every crack and follows them, that's when the wheel's are able to rotate, or they take off in a direction other than where you are trying to get to)... I'm glad that you have a good one though...
Yep....backpack sprayer was a joke. Used it for an half hour and threw it away.....ended up with a Stihl which has lasted for 2 years and going. THe cordless tools are cheap....but the fine print says "Tool only"....that battery pack is $40
Thank you, that was very helpful. I shop a lot at Harbor Freight and I've seen some of the products you reviewed. I love Harbor Freight but I'm always somewhat wary of the tools they sell. So far I've been lucky. I'm planning a trip tomorrow to HF. I'm going to drop a lot of money on some long-needed tools. I've checked out the reviews on the tools I'm going to get. So far they've been good.
Im glad my reviews help. I love tools and I know how hard it is to take the plunge and spend on tools. Especially when you don't know how well they are going to hold up. Over the years i started with the cheap tools and have had the good fortune to be able to upgrade in some cases. That's given me the insight on a lot of tools out there. Not just harbor freight but others as well. I focus on Harbor Freight because of the value. In many cases the value is excellent. You juts have to beware of the not so good things. Thanks for watching!
Personal experience: Drill bits are good for getting through wet toilet paper & batteries perform some art deco when they leak (Wall clock enhancement)
Those flashlights make great tire changing lights (for somebody else's car), or just an indoor "emergency candle" (also, for somebody else) 😏 I only buy rechargable flashlights any more (i don't want to buy batteries)
The COB light at 7:30 ish, I don't want a work light that depends on recharging via a fragile USB socket, instead I put LSD, rechargeable NiMH batteries in a Nebo Big Larry which is a similar design (probably what HF's is a poor copy of). I'd much rather do this because when the batteries run low, I can swap in a replacement set of cells that are already charged and continue working, instead of having to wait hours for a built in charging circuit to do its job. However in retrospect, I'd rather that it took 2 x 18650 cells instead of 3 x AA, but with the single body tube design placing the cells in series, then they'd need to be protected cells, and really it works fine with the 3 x AA LSD NiMH which I have plenty of.
I use the larger drill set for about $20 , they work fine even for steel and sometimes stainless steel. Just resharpen them. The little floor jack I use on my 900 pound golf cart. I have very little storage space, works great. Bottle jacks really not for vehicles, works great for raising stationary things, and tractors. No suspension.
I have always had the mind set that if it is a tool I am going to use daily or even 3-5 days a week, I buy a better brand. If it is something I might need every now and then like once a month, I will buy a mid-grade brand. Lastly if it is something I think I might need and might only need it 2x a year, I will buy a lesser brand. My ratchets are ICON, Capri, and Tekton and I have really like them all. My sockets are Capri, Olsa Tools, some SUNEX, and even Pittsburg for some 1/2 impact SAE's.
I have the backpack sprayer and apparently have had better luck! It really made spraying around my property so much easier than using small hand carry sprayers.
People really hate those drill bits, I have had extremely good luck with them, I have multiple sets in various locations including with my welding gear. The majority thing I've noticed, if you use them without cleaning them first, your chuck will slip. Use some Gumout, clean the waxy oil off of them and they work just fine. There are better sets out there, but nothing even close to that price
My mantra over the years is that I buy quality tools when I need one as it paid for itself the first time I used it to avoid having the work done. I can then get years more work out of it trouble free. I also never mix battery families. I have all my power tools and yard tools in one family of battery powered tools.
Backpack sprayer. I have 2 you are so wrong about the sprayer. I have had the 1st one for 3 years never had an issue with either one. You just got a bad one. All the other items I agree.
Jacks and jack stands are not to be cheaped out on,,,,period,,,,im older now so im not underneath my ride as much as i use to be,,,,,Through the yrs i have read some eye opening stories of people being found crushed under they're cars,Holy Moly,,,,,,recently had to deal with trans speedometer cable adapter,2 jack stands, 3 ton jack,and spare wheel just in case. Many yrs ago i was on a hwy and come up on this woman changing a flat,Bumper jacked all the way to top with her at tire,legs and feet under car trying to get lug nutz off,it was a bad sight to see,,,i turned around went back the other way,made a u turn back on hwy and got there just in time,....always loosen lugs before raising vehicle,,,,,,,i showed her steps she should take if she had to do this again,,,,,,people flying by is no fun either ALWAYS GET TO A SAFE PLACE,,,SCREW THE RIM,,,,YOUR LIFE IS MORE IMPORTANT.....Be Safe People!!!🏁🏁🏁🏁
I bought one of the warrior cordless drills because i was building a 10x12 metal shed and while I had a B+D I like, it would help if the wife could drive some of the million screws in one of those sheds. For the price, it was disposable. But, it survived, and I still use it from time to time for jobs where I know some one might steal it😅.
I have the 4 gallon sprayer. Got it on sale and thought it was ok for the price. Definitely would’ve gotten a better one after using it for more than 10 mins as your back feels the weight. I like your video style, keep it up!
I found a job for that rotary Dremel like cheap piece of...?... It works great on polishing frets and feat work on a guitar. I got it for the reason it was Cheeeep
I always keep that drill set around for the abusive jobs . I even resharpen them . Are they great drills? Nope . Do I have a use for them ? Yep . I also grab a pack of the rags when they are on sale at half price but I never pay full price .
No cutting tool or material of any kind at all. Drills, blades, anything whatsoever cutting or abrasive, with the sole exception of wire brushes and wheels. On the pro side, Pittsburgh branded screwdrivers are well worth the price. The disposable gloves, all varieties are a good deal. Wire fishing set can't beat it for 6x the price. Electric tape, I don't use any cheap stuff - 3M 700 is about $3 a roll
In general I would not recommend buying any of the lowest price tools at Harbor Freight. Get at least the next step up better tools. Their upper end stuff is good quality. They are not afraid to sell you junk but on the other hand they can and will sell you good quality stuff if you're willing to pay for it. I wish they would drop all their low end tools and realize they're not doing themselves or anyone any favors by selling something that won't hold up. I bought one of their bubble balancers for tires once thinking how can something so simple not work. It was awful. It was machined off center so the balancer was worthless. I could see with the naked eye the bubble insert was machined crooked and showed the manager that, He refunded my money so live and learn.
Made the mistake of getting a few of those. The pliers set, batteries, central pneumatic. Pitt t-handle allen/torx set. Garbage. You can add the sandpaper to the list. Sneaky good though, some chicago electric stuff.the Banks nailers ive had good experience with to.
That drill is great for driving deck screws into a wooden fence to hold it up I bought a extra battery, I have used it for a few years now....and the battery last a long time. I'm happy with it.
I recently finished my basement and ran a lot of wiring, I used this drill a ton going through floor joists and 2x4 studs. I bought 2 batteries and always kept one charged. This drill never failed and still works great today. I have also used it for drilling metal, I think that using good bits rather than junk ones is more important than the drill you’re using and it’s far easier than dragging extension cords all over the place. Maybe I got lucky and got a good one!
On the floor jack, I bought one that looks identical(save paint color) from a different store. Your critique is spot on.
Thanks for watching
I bought a couple of Pittsburg stubby ratchets over 20yrs ago, and they still work great
DIY and farmer here. I have recently started buying the 20 volt Herc tools. They have made me regret the money I’ve spent Milwaukee stuff - especially batteries.
Agree, thanks for watching.
You're not going to get the life of a Milwaukee tool out of it. Unless Milwaukee has gone way down hill.
I have makita drills and batteries I used in an industrial setting since 2013 and i just now had to replace 1 of the 3 amp hour batteries the kit came with. I drive in #10 in 2 to 5 inch length screws into pine, poplar, maple mostly.
I think you're voicing your opinion. I'll bet you've not tested Hercules tools long term. Ya, your opinion or listening to other folks talk.
@@robertmceuen3630 it’s just my opinion. I bought several of the 20 volt tools 3 years ago. I’ve run the impact and drill hard with screws for replacing three metal barn roofs, 140 acres of pasture fencing and other farm maintenance. The warranty on batteries is 3 years and all still charge normally and last a long time - not a single issue with any of the tools. Chervon makes them and also the Flex and Ego lines of tools. They also prove to me that fanboys are ignorant.
@@llewellinfelon I was replying to a different commenter, not you. I apologize for the mix up; my darn phone won't reply to an individual, just "add a reply." Again, sorry.
If you buy a work light at harbor freight buy the Icon brand. I can personally attest to the quality of these lights as i use mine everyday, and sometimes all day long. Oils, antifreeze, trans fluid, break fluid, no matter what it is doest not phase these lights and they wipe off with a rag so easy with nearly no residue. I left mine up once and lowered a car on it while it was in upright position and all it did was pop it out from off the lift, shot it against the wall and not one thing happened to it. It was like it never happened. The battery last quite a while but that also depends on which light mode being used. Keep the charging port covered up and it doesn't fail to charge. Best little work light I've ever used. The only issue it has is the rubber cover on the magnet won't stay on very long but then most won't anyways without special adhesive. Icon brand is very well made... you won't regret owning one.
Agree 100%
I've got a set of the yellow steel ramps like those from back in the early '90's. They have never even TRIED to flex, but every time I pull up anything on them, I stand and stare at them for a couple minutes and listen for pops lol. Then I grab my jack stands AND place a hydraulic floor jack somewhere as sort of a backup to the backup.
I was in HF tonight and saw a guy buy the 10 pack tape roll, and though I've never used it, I've always suspected... It's very rare to find GOOD cheap electrical tape lol.
I've got that backpack sprayer. If you're a bigger guy, it'll be a one-shoulder pack sprayer, and a heavy one when it's full. It sprays ok, but you will wear your arm out with the CONSTANT pumping just to maintain some sort of pressured flow. I would have taken it back, but I actually bought it way back when 25% coupons weren't rare unicorns, and I didn't even open the box for a year or so. I'm curious to know if you bought a better version from Harbor Freight, or if you went with something totally different.
I bought one of those little drills for my wife to use in the house and for when I wanted to quickly grab a tool and knock out a couple drilled holes, or use it to maybe assemble a piece of furniture. Convenience. The problem with it for me is the chuck clutch. It's not the conventional ratcheting type. It's some sort of friction-slip type assembly, that will slip without much pressure at all on the drill or the screw. You can find the sweet spot and finesse your way through lightweight jobs, but that takes the whole convenience aspect and lights it and burns it when you realize you're working pretty hard to maintain perfect pressure.
I enjoyed the video! Lots of good takes here, and I've subbed. Thanks.
Gosh, thank you for the comments. I also use to put jack stands under my steel ramps when I had them. Long gone now though. I hated that sprayer. Just went with a 2 gallon hand held unit from Lowes. I was frustrated at the time and didn't want another failure. Still have the one from Lowes. That electrical tape is bad. The drill is what it is. Not great but in a pinch will do. I appreciate the kind comments and thank you for watching and subscribing!
@@kubiedoesit you're very welcome! The ironic thing about the ramps is that I've always worried about the plastic ones being the weak version, so I've never bought any lol.
The trolley jack has its uses. I put it under one of my cars that I can't get my floor jacks under. I raise the car enough to put wooden blocks under the front wheels, remove the trolley jack, and use the floor jack to finish the job.
I also used it to help out a friend with an engine swap with the transmission attached to the engine. The trolley jack did a great job of keeping the tail end of the transmission off the ground while we moved the engine back and forth to align the motor mounts.
I have the Warrior drill bit set I bought a year or so ago. I bought it just for wood, fiberglass, aluminum and plastics, and only use them just for this. Cheap and has many sizes. They still hold up. Just dont grab one in a hurry to drill steel or stainless steel. I learned decades ago to get quality bits for harder metals.
I have the Warrior drill bit set and it's great for my use. I only use it for wood and limited drilling in Trex. I made a bench block for my roll pin punches, center punches, bolt catch punches, a 1/4" x 2" clevis pin to assist in installing the take-down pin in ARs. The gripping handles of the punches were of several different diameters and buying a bit for each size would have cost me a young fortune and this set had all the sizes required, but the sizes from 7/16" on up require a 1/2" drill, as they will not fit in a 3/8" drill. Great for limited soft drilling use!
Many folks try to drill Stainless at too high a speed... learned long ago you have to slow down and ease up on pressure slightly.....
@@davidwiley3440 I agree, David. There's a lot of bits in this set, I couldn't pass on it for $9 and change! For my use, HF has the tools I need at excellent prices!
My 8 year old daughter uses the rotary "trash" tool to drill holes through her rocks. She also uses it to carve figures into wood. Because it is underpowered it's safer than my dremel. It allows me to teach her to use tools but relieves me of the concern over her fingers. ✌️
I'm glad it works for her. Thanks for watching!
Next trip, buy her some dull knives and a Fiat. That'll keep her safe! :D
@bobbylibertini Dull knives won't do a thing. This thing will do plenty. Not going to start her off with something she doesn't need, that her small hands can't hold well enough to be safe. She's just shaping rocks and carving designs into wood. It's a process to get her into using powered tools. If you're watching this you're into tools as well. Hopefully we can appreciate passing the skill to our kids no matter how they get into it.
@@DB-bb5ll Ah say, that was a joke, son! (Didn't "Fiat" give it away?)
@@bobbylibertini the internet is complicated. Inflection and tone are hard to decipher, from all sides.... Cheers!
I have one of the backpack sprayers, aside from having to tighten everything up, I had no issues with it. I agree it isnt the most comfortable thing in the world, but after learning how it worked, it worked great.
Sounds like you had better luck than me. Thank you for watching!
I had one. Blows away the $100 backpack sprayer for $20.
The Warrior drill bits I bought would BEND, not break. That's how soft they are.
They aren't good. That's for sure. Thanks for watching
I bought that rotary tool many years ago and yes it is junk. Very underpowered and runs from a weak 12VDC wall wart. However I have managed to use it for very light duty things, mainly I'll put a broken in half cotton swab in it, put metal polish on the swab, and use it for micro polishing tasks.
The trolly jack, if the size suits the vehicle, can be a good alternative to the factory included scissor jack for roadside flat tire replacements. It's not very big, nor very heavy so doesn't take up much trunk space, but do include a piece of thick plywood for when the tire swap needs to happen on a soft shoulder, and do keep appendages out from under the vehicle.
I agree with your list except for the drill. I went through about 5 lb of 1 inch self tapping steel screws and rotated two harbor freight batteries and I got a lot of use out of it in fact I bought a second drill to have an extra battery and drill. After about 2 years of heavy use it finally caught fire and they replaced it for free and gave me an extra battery. I think it comes down to sometimes how you treat your tools. I've been able to get a lot of life out of the batteries because I don't leave them on the charger once they're charged, they come off the charger and they don't sit on it. I agree with you on the Doyle and Quinn, I haven't had any problems with them they're very good hand tools. I've heard stories about the Bauer drills catching fire and that's why I was thinking about upgrading Hercules because they've got some good coupons coming out for Christmas. Appreciate the video and I'm headed to harbor freight lol
The Titanium Drill Bit Set, has held up great, I have even drilled holes in rebar, and tool steel. At the price, I thought they would be junk, but I am amazed with there quality, I recommend them to any one. I am a retired tool & die maker. The Electrical tape in my opinion is great, it sticks, is flexible, and thick enough to safely insulate 3 phase electrical circuits, it's as good asd3M's tape.
Try using that electrical tape in the cold......boy will you be cursing!....lol
@@Robert-bg2nm Here in West Central Mi, it get's cool, in the winter, but I have had no trouble using it in sub zero weather, I rap the wire, I cup my hand around it to warm it slightly, it sticks. However It does no work in Automotive wiring where the wires are exposed to oil.
Drill bits for metal I think should be cobalt - I don’t believe they are titanium, maybe spray painted with dilute titanium
Them shop rags the red one's I have some I use them when I grease bearings or whipping something that's nasty after I'm done I put them in the trash but after they are done I will just get blue disposable shop towels
I use the heck out of the blue disposable shop towels. The microfiber towels too.
@robertrabhudsonhornet5869 I have the red shop rags my self and I have had great luck with them also
the12v cordless drill is not bad....I paid 9.99 on sale and it works well for light duty......it stayed charged for a whole work bench that I built from scratch driving in some long screws!......not bad for 10.00!....he is right about everything else especially the yellow batteries......the blue batteries he mentioned are alkaline batteries that are good but cost more!
I tend to strongly Agree with all your Reccomendations except the Bottle Jack I have Safely used a Small Bottle Jack for more than 30 years I always use Jackstands and Wood Blocks the Jack I use was actually a KMart Branded 1 Ton Jack. I’ve literally carried it in the case in my Truck with a Variety of Hand Tools and that combination has gotten me out of many binds Pulling a Variety of Trailers All over The United States I’ve done roadside Repairs like Trailer Tire Blowouts / Spare Tire Exchanges , Bearing Replcements and even a Trailer Axle Swap on a boat Trailer I’ve owned and Pulled Enclosed Car Carrier Trailers ,lots of Marine(Boat trailers 5th WheelCamping Trailers and Bumper Pull Camping Trailers
The warrior bits saved me just recently! I needed a 7/16 drill bit and that's all I had. Of course it was in wood so no biggy.
On the red towels, I soaked them in vinegar, rinsed them in a gallon bucket, once rung out I dried them in the dryer. That helped a lot. I also heard a rumor the recipe has changed and the die bleeding issue is a thing of the past. I have tried it yet but tempted later down the road!
They work ok on wood...As far as the red rags go, I will still pass. I like the microfiber towels. Thanks for watching!
I bought the 115 piece drill bit set off Harbor Freight on a lark for $29.95. I got it just to see how bad it really was. They're M2 black oxide bits. They'll drill mild steel. If you know what you're doing. A hand drill is usually 2,500-3,000 RPM full speed. Full out you can only drill a 3/16ths hole. A bigger bit you have to go slower. That's just reality. Cobalt bits you can be a little stupider but there's limits. If you want to be really effing stupid you'd better use solid tungsten carbide bits. But you're going to be snapping them all the time. Serves ya right.
Yes sir. I purchased the red shop cloths also. After ordering, I read a review saying the color bleeds when wet, it was then I wished I had chosen the white cloths rather than the red ones, both were on sale for $6 or $7 and change for 50 towels. I use them for cleaning my firearms, oiling them, etc. After using them and getting oil on them I wash the cloths in the bathroom sink, and yes, they bleed the coloring, but being that water so easily makes the coloring run, I knew that the bleeding wouldn't permanently stain anything, so it's not really an issue for me. Enjoy your day, everyone!
I use the electrical tape all the time. I don't know what voltage it's rated for, but I don't use it for high voltage applications. Does it hold up outdoors with UV exposure? Only for about 5 years!
I bought some 3M electrical tape once and the factory cutter had cut about 1/4" into the roll. I ended up with a whole bunch of 10" strips of tape.
Vinyl electrical tape, which most is if it doesn't specify otherwise, is not really suited to any application where it gets direct, or even indirect sunlight (UV) exposure.
The last several rolls of the 3M 33 tape I've gotten, used about 10 feet and then the sticky separated from the vinyl part. Will they exchange it? Heck no
You will be cursing using that tape when its cold!....lol
I always get the extended warranty - that 10 buck grinder has been great - sawed through a lot of metal/bolts with those then 5 buck 10 pack discs
I have never bought an extended warranty on anything I have ever purchased, electronics,tools,car parts, anything for that matter, never have needed,or regretted that decision.
I like the Bauer line of tools
I do too
I bought some Hercules portaband blades for my Milwaukee portaband recently. Damn things are made in the USA! Freaking rip offs. Thought I was getting some quality Chinese blades but nope got it home and seen the Made in USA right on the box.
LOL! How dare they! Thanks for watching!
I like the shop rags. I've always used them to wipe my hands clean and they work good. If they get too soiled I just throw them out. If you need a towel to absorb liquids, that's not what they're for.
I got that little flashlight for 3 bucks. Its not for work. But to through in your tackle box or something good deal
If you're looking for an inexpensive but well made 12v drill for your hobby room or even medium duty use around the house lowes sells a skill 12v li-ion 1/2 chuck brushless drill with a fast charger for $40. And the battery has a usb port you can use to charge a phone etc.
I’ve had the metal ramps for forty years. Didn’t come from hf but look identical. Used them a bunch for family and my cars and light trucks. Never had a problem but you have to use caution when driving up them. There is not much of a stop at the top. I lent them out once and the guy drove right up over them straight away. That wasn’t good. I won’t lend them out ever again. This was a good purchase for me and I like how they store together. One day I’ll weld a higher stop as I’m getting older and I’m getting less skilled at driving up on them.
Glad you have had good luck with your ramps!
I have had the back pack sprayer for 2 years go through minimum of 6 tanks a summer and still works great
Glad it’s working out for you!
The Bauer rotary tool is great! I use mine at least 4x/week, and it performs very well
Glad to hear you’re happy with it!
I have a set of the drive on ramps , I agree their sketchy , I use mine instead of dragging the floor jack out but then I use jack stands with them .
Good idea. Thanks for watching.
I don't like those ramps either. I never thought of using jack stands with them. Great idea, thanks.
I have alot of the Pittsburgh tools and they are doing great and I use them daily
Your absolutely right on everything, except that's a warrior cordless screwdriver 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 not a drill. A drill well drill holes. Harbor tools attract rust fantastically. Those batteries, give to soomeone you don't like cause they leak tooo. Rotary tool attachments fly off, etc, etc😂😂😂😂😂 🎉 The tarp grommets are the same spacing on the same color and tarp and alot leak. They do sell gromlets
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I enjoy looking at my local HF store. If I buy anything, I know it’s a disposable, one time tool.
Don’t forget that Pittsburgh hand tools are guaranteed for life, so you can take a broken screwdriver or pair of pliers back, even if it’s just one out of the pack. I’ve heard they open up a new pack of tools to replace your broken one. Also, another UA-camr said they even replaced a Pittsburgh measuring tape he got as a freebie when it broke.
True, I have seen them open packs to replace a damaged tool.
I got the Bauer 20 volt 6 tool combo for $ 160 Labor Day sale price. The only brushless tool is the oscillating saw, but for light diy all the tools work well. My only complaint so far is the leaf blower only lasts 10 minutes on the 3 hour battery.
Yeah all the Bauer tools I’ve bought have held up great and have taken a lot of abuse! I’m impressed and happy with them so far. Out of over a dozen different Bauer tools the only one that has failed me was the cordless drill, and it was almost 5yrs old and I was working it to death🤷🏻♂️. As a matter of fact it was the first Bauer tool I ever had-it was given to me by a friend who had been gifted a Milwaukee drill. I was impressed with it and began trying more and more of the brand and I have nothing bad to say about anything I have from Bauer, the leaf blower doesn’t last very long on full power but for the money…still awesome!
@@MidnightOilsRestoration That's good to know, being new to Bauer I've been impressed also and already got the 20 volt wet/dry vacuum to add to the collection.
I agree the blower is awesome and super handy! I think the key to longevity is not to let the tool get too hot, let it rest every few minutes.
@@edstevens1435 yep you got it! That’s what happened when the drill failed also… it got super hot and like a dummy instead of giving it awhile to cool off-I gave it a minute or two and back at it…yep I killed it😂! I was drilling some holes in 1/2” plate; I needed 8 total and I got 6 done-almost the 7th one🤷🏻♂️. You know how it goes…Cmon baby just 1 more…👎🤦🏻♂️😅
@@MidnightOilsRestoration I smoked two 120 volt lawn tools by using too many extension cords...Yeah who knew right?
Apparently it's a thing, the voltage gets too low and it smokes the windings?
I bought that warrior drill just to spin tungsten to sharpen them at work
What budget friendly drill bit set do you recommend to drill metal,plastic,or wood? Would you recommend the dewalt drill bit set that is on sale at Home Depot this Black Friday?
I have several sets of Dewalt bits and have had good luck with them. I haven't tried the Herculese bits at Harbor Freight yet but I am optimistic they will be pretty good.
Depends on which metals you want to drill. Generally if it's steel, you should get cobalt bits for that, but for smaller bits in a hand drill, do get less brittle HSS bits for plastic and wood. There are several reasonable quailty budget sets and I can't tell you which have the best Black Friday deals. Dewalt's are usually decent, or check some youtube drill bit shootouts.
I've never really used a bottle jack for lifting a vehicle.... Always used them to support or lift sometimes even to force something heavy to where I wanted it. With all the other options does anyone use them for lifting a car/truck? Agree on the bits but yeah good for wood nice and cheap, their pliers are ok except for the slip pliers they don't hold for crap. The batteries I agree on but I buy them for remotes because why spend big money on something like a tv remote. Agree on the rags too I bought them before but found the scotts shop towels are way better. Some of the items on the list the same goes for anyone selling similar items those cheap screwdrivers, that mini rotary tool, and the cheap cheap drills they work but none are very good. Every hardware brand etc has their own version of some random name and they are all very poor quality and utility. Overall Harbor freight is an amazing store for tool options and value but there is definitely some stuff that is just not worth it even when free.
gosh what cheaper screwdriver comfort grip does hold up?
Vessel Megadora, Doyle, Icon and Milwaukee all make good cushion grip screwdrivers. I am partial to the Vessel.
This is amazing that the drillbit set is the first thing you have on your list! I bought one of these drill sets a few years back. I am not a frequent user of drilling things, but I do have a nice Milwaukee powerhouse drill. I started a small engine business this past year. But anyway, the drill bits do not hold up that well in a break so freaking easy and the larger ones do not stay sharp at all.
Thanks for sharing your experience, Thanks for watching!
I have the drill bit set broke one drilling pine 2/4
Yikes! Thanks for watching.
I just use the blue shop paper towels, better than most shop rags. I have no experience with HF battery operated tools, seen too many mixed reviews so, I'm on the fence with those. I use my Milwaukee, Makita and Rigid power tools, Rigid gives you a full lifetime warranty which includes the batteries. With HF, sometimes, you get what you pay for and other times, you get quality tools for a cheaper price. Cheers :)
True
I have used the 12 ton HF bottle jack for removing the rear tire on a tractor. It worked well.
Thanks for watching, glad you had a good experience with it.
I’ve used rolls and rolls of the electrical tape with no complaints. Now having said that I don’t think in my life ever used a high quality electrical tape.
Now the backpack sprayers. I’ve lived on this same 9 acre spot my whole 28 years of life and we’ve had multiple and yes they are aweful as far as comfort but haven’t had a whole lot of issues as of the function. Definitely worth trying again. Possibly got a bad one. Which isn’t uncommon in the harbor freight world. Like the video. 👌
Thanks for watching!
As the old saying goes You get what you pay for. Buy cheap junk get cheap junk.
And the HF Thunderbolt AA batteries are like a 1/16" shorter than what a normal AA battery is making them loose in remotes.
Good to know.
I’m in the old school “buy once cry once” crowd.
If you’re absolutely positively know that it’s a one project and you’re done tool and it’s a light weight job then take a chance on a cheap tool but otherwise you’d be surprised how often you start building up your tool arsenal and how much easier it makes your life.
I'm definitely in the camp of buying the best you can afford. However, I do know that some people have limited budgets and have to buy the low cost options. I have been there. Hey, thanks for watching!
@@kubiedoesit In the past, when I couldn't afford a decent tool, I'd either borrow..improvise, or pay someone else top do it. It just doesn't pay to buy junk tools- and more so when you can least afford to waste money. Crappy tools are no better than no tools. I can't buy the best of everything...but I do have minimum standards when it comes to tools,.
Bottle jacks used properly knowing limitations could be a good tool.
@@michaelleonard7613 Yes! Bottle jacks are indispensable!
These days all too often the "buy once cry once" influencers would have you pay $170 for a Snap On mini tool box when all you need is the Black Friday US General two drawer for $9.95.
We would all be better off buying tools by features and specifications than tribal affiliations and bragging rights. Case in point, ask around at commercial truck shops, there is a significant move to ICON tools in the roll arounds. Snap On for double the price and then finding them for a warranty vs HF open 7 days a week is making an impact.
Sadly, some of HF"s cheapest tools are no longer available. I bought NOS 4" chain saw carving disc for an angle grinder for $8 and shipping online, HF is now over $20 and box stores were $40. It was a one time job to slot a beam for wiring to run to a suspended light. That's $12 I didn't spend went toward supper than night not rusting in a drawer for years.
For electric tape get Scotch 88, nothing else comes close.
Good call! Thanks for watching.
33 works just as well, it's not as thick as the 88.
Agreed. Buyer beware on some of their tools. The good ones are good, but these are junk!
Thank you and thanks for watching!
I like the Warrior 12v drill because it's lightweight and easy to handle. But, I only use it for removing and reinstalling hardware. I have better drills and impact drivers for other jobs.
Wholeheartedly agree with all your selections...except the drill bits. I'm doing wood, so top notch metal working drills are overkill. I have both split point and brad point sets. When a bit gets tired, I replace it with a comparable unit in split point, or a Fisch if it's brad point
Thanks for watching!
Recommendations on shop towels. Not intended to be used like paper towels. Wipe grease off hands, tools, detail engine, wipe off bug remains using goop and wipe door jams. I give them a second life by soaking in a good degreaser and tumbling them in the HFT polymer drum concrete mixer like a washing machine. Hang on chain link fence to dry.
18 volt warrior stuff is just fine. No, you're not going to be building cabinets or sinking stuff into concrete. But if you just want to have it around to put up some shelves or fix a light fixture around the house, it does the job quite well. I have one. I've had it for 6 or 7 years now. The batteries last a surprisingly long time. And it's really handy to have it around for just such an occasion.
Glad it is serving you well. Thanks for watching.
I have the drill set and they work just fine for me. When they dull I sharpen them or in the case of the smaller than .125" I just pitch them. When cutting metal, as with all other drill bits, use plenty of cutting oil and a much slower rpm than you use with wood. I have had that floor jack for many years now and for the most part works fine. I also have a bottle jack, only an 8 ton. I don't use it a lot but when I do it works fine.
I have nonissues with the warrior bits. They go dull u get a new set
Glad they work for you. Thanks for watching!
We bought 8 grinders from HF
4 dewalts and 2 from Metabo for out welding shop in 2005
We burned up all the HF and the 2 dewalts in the first 6 weeks. The dewalts actually burned up in 3 days. And when i say burned up i mean smoked. Grant it, we e run them all dsy in fabrication. The original 2 metabo grinders are still in use having only had their brushes replaced and cords. Needless to say we bought 10 more back then and still buy them to add to mobile units. They cost a bit more but seem seem indestructible to this day.
Thanks for the info. I have a corded and cordless DeWalt. I hope they last. Sounds like Metabo will need a closer look should one of them bite the dust. Thanks for watching!
Picked up the drill bits on impulse checking out thinking it was good deal. Went back after thinking cheap might be expensive, seems like right choice after reading negative reviews and your review. Was returning my defective Pittsburgh comfort grip plier set anyway. A chunk of teeth missing on groove joint pliers, burrs on edges and kinda felt oily, also at least for feel in my hands the comfort grip was uncomfortable. Was thinking about going with Quinn but decided on going to Lowe’s to buy Kobalt set, only set in stock was returned item so will wait for it to come back in stock, quality was much better. I also went with Merlin pieces for my compressor was thinking about the CP kit but I decided to go with their upgraded brand as I do like the Merlin retractable air hose.
The air compressor set you mentioned the cheap one has held up for me for over 8 years now. I only use it to add air to tires when they go low during temperature changes. So the cheap one has worked well for me nothing wrong with it.
Only thing I disagree with is the shop towels. I like them. They’re junk, but priced that way. I don’t wash them, I don’t check oil with them. But they’re good for wiping hands, greasy tools, or wiping grease out of hubs and such. They can leave material behind, which is why I don’t use for clean fluids. But they’re great for getting the first layers of grime off things- including me. Then, I just throw them away.
However, I thank you for your insight on the sprayer. I was strongly considering it. I believe I’ll pass, as I agree with most everything else.
Their power tools are a pass for me. Their tiny floor jack works well for a spare in my daughter’s car (her’s was missing), but not for garage use.
I bought icon deep wells, hate them, poorly designed. The hex splines are only cut half way up the socket. And that’s proven to be a pain a few times in tight spots. I’ll go gear wrench next time. Like the combo wrenches I got my kid.
Thanks for watching
The warrior 12v drill is what it is. And what it is, like you said, is lightweight and small and a heck of a value. I don't think anyone is buying this expecting stump grinding power. The lithium battery pack doesn't die after sitting for a few days like older style batteries and that right there is great, especially for just a homeowner situation.
I think you hit the nail on the head. it's very light duty. If you use it very occasionally and not to do anything heavy it's ok.
On the 4 gallon backpack sprayer, hoping you're wrong and it will work Okay for a somewhat small yard (???)
Hoping to be able to use it for a bit of time and then somehow add an Electric pump to spray for weeds/bug's/etc...
I make my reviews based on research and personal experience. I had a bad experience with this sprayer and read reviews from various sources by people who also had bad luck with it. With that said, there always people who have great experiences and swear by some of the tools I don't recommend. Heck, I don't recommend one of the HF creepers because I have read so many bad reviews. However, I have one of the same creepers and haven't had any problems. I say pick up one of the backpack sprayers on sale and give it a shot. Since you are using it for light duty it may be fine. I will warn you it is uncomfortable and a bit awkward to wear on your back. The straps seem to be an after thought. Let me know how it works for you. Crossing my fingers that you have a good experience. Thanks for watching!
@kubiedoesit I won't be using it until sometime this coming spring for either weed's or spider's around here (hopefully I do get some good luck for this application)...
Unfortunately I do have the creeper in your video... And in just about all the wheel's the bearing's are falling out and it's out of warranty, so I'm in the process of installing different wheel's in the SIX (I think) spots so I can use it as intended (as current the wheel's grab every crack and follows them, that's when the wheel's are able to rotate, or they take off in a direction other than where you are trying to get to)...
I'm glad that you have a good one though...
Yep....backpack sprayer was a joke. Used it for an half hour and threw it away.....ended up with a Stihl which has lasted for 2 years and going. THe cordless tools are cheap....but the fine print says "Tool only"....that battery pack is $40
Thank you for watching.
funny thing while I was watfching, an Harbor Freight ad came on..... very good review and I agree with all your picks.
Thank you and thanks for watching.
Thank you, that was very helpful. I shop a lot at Harbor Freight and I've seen some of the products you reviewed. I love Harbor Freight but I'm always somewhat wary of the tools they sell. So far I've been lucky. I'm planning a trip tomorrow to HF. I'm going to drop a lot of money on some long-needed tools. I've checked out the reviews on the tools I'm going to get. So far they've been good.
Im glad my reviews help. I love tools and I know how hard it is to take the plunge and spend on tools. Especially when you don't know how well they are going to hold up. Over the years i started with the cheap tools and have had the good fortune to be able to upgrade in some cases. That's given me the insight on a lot of tools out there. Not just harbor freight but others as well. I focus on Harbor Freight because of the value. In many cases the value is excellent. You juts have to beware of the not so good things. Thanks for watching!
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The old saying goes, if it's too cheap leave it alone.
I've had a set of drill bits and haven't bought another cuz these still going strong
Glad they are working for you. Thanks for watching!
Personal experience: Drill bits are good for getting through wet toilet paper & batteries perform some art deco when they leak (Wall clock enhancement)
LOL... Agree
Those flashlights make great tire changing lights (for somebody else's car), or just an indoor "emergency candle" (also, for somebody else) 😏
I only buy rechargable flashlights any more (i don't want to buy batteries)
Lol
I did getthe drill bit and it is like you said thrash
Thanks for watching!
The COB light at 7:30 ish, I don't want a work light that depends on recharging via a fragile USB socket, instead I put LSD, rechargeable NiMH batteries in a Nebo Big Larry which is a similar design (probably what HF's is a poor copy of). I'd much rather do this because when the batteries run low, I can swap in a replacement set of cells that are already charged and continue working, instead of having to wait hours for a built in charging circuit to do its job. However in retrospect, I'd rather that it took 2 x 18650 cells instead of 3 x AA, but with the single body tube design placing the cells in series, then they'd need to be protected cells, and really it works fine with the 3 x AA LSD NiMH which I have plenty of.
I use the larger drill set for about $20 , they work fine even for steel and sometimes stainless steel. Just resharpen them. The little floor jack I use on my 900 pound golf cart. I have very little storage space, works great. Bottle jacks really not for vehicles, works great for raising stationary things, and tractors. No suspension.
I have always had the mind set that if it is a tool I am going to use daily or even 3-5 days a week, I buy a better brand. If it is something I might need every now and then like once a month, I will buy a mid-grade brand. Lastly if it is something I think I might need and might only need it 2x a year, I will buy a lesser brand. My ratchets are ICON, Capri, and Tekton and I have really like them all. My sockets are Capri, Olsa Tools, some SUNEX, and even Pittsburg for some 1/2 impact SAE's.
Cool video the Bauer drimel kit is good recharge deal , using it for fine tuning edges, cut design in ss .
Thanks for watching, glad the tool is working for you!
You have to be smart shopping at HF just like anywhere else. Some things they have at great and some not so much.
Agree
You wrong about bottle jack. It's life saver. It's just not made for car lifting
Agree it has its uses, just not for lifting cars. The problem is, some folks will buy it to lift a car. Makes me cringe! Thanks for watching.
I remember using them to lift cars as a kid, writing with adults. This was 70s and 80s.
LOL
Bottle jack is great for my shop press.
Yup...me too.....when you are young and broke....but I always used safety jacks!
Good call on most (if not all) the items you mentioned.
Thanks you and thanks for watching.
I have the backpack sprayer and apparently have had better luck! It really made spraying around my property so much easier than using small hand carry sprayers.
People really hate those drill bits, I have had extremely good luck with them, I have multiple sets in various locations including with my welding gear. The majority thing I've noticed, if you use them without cleaning them first, your chuck will slip. Use some Gumout, clean the waxy oil off of them and they work just fine. There are better sets out there, but nothing even close to that price
Never heard the cleaning thing. Thanks for the advice and thanks for watching!
My mantra over the years is that I buy quality tools when I need one as it paid for itself the first time I used it to avoid having the work done. I can then get years more work out of it trouble free. I also never mix battery families. I have all my power tools and yard tools in one family of battery powered tools.
youre spot on with that list.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Backpack sprayer. I have 2 you are so wrong about the sprayer. I have had the 1st one for 3 years never had an issue with either one. You just got a bad one. All the other items I agree.
Jacks and jack stands are not to be cheaped out on,,,,period,,,,im older now so im not underneath my ride as much as i use to be,,,,,Through the yrs i have read some eye opening stories of people being found crushed under they're cars,Holy Moly,,,,,,recently had to deal with trans speedometer cable adapter,2 jack stands, 3 ton jack,and spare wheel just in case.
Many yrs ago i was on a hwy and come up on this woman changing a flat,Bumper jacked all the way to top with her at tire,legs and feet under car trying to get lug nutz off,it was a bad sight to see,,,i turned around went back the other way,made a u turn back on hwy and got there just in time,....always loosen lugs before raising vehicle,,,,,,,i showed her steps she should take if she had to do this again,,,,,,people flying by is no fun either ALWAYS GET TO A SAFE PLACE,,,SCREW THE RIM,,,,YOUR LIFE IS MORE IMPORTANT.....Be Safe People!!!🏁🏁🏁🏁
Good sage advice! Thank you for watching.
Thanks for sharing this. 40+ years as a driver education teacher and I see too many people do dangerous things like this on the road.
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Hey, I have used it. It works! Not questions asked.
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Thank you fr the heads up, very interesting info.
You are welcome. Thanks for watching!
I bought one of the warrior cordless drills because i was building a 10x12 metal shed and while I had a B+D I like, it would help if the wife could drive some of the million screws in one of those sheds. For the price, it was disposable.
But, it survived, and I still use it from time to time for jobs where I know some one might steal it😅.
Glad it has served well. Thanks for watching!
I have the 4 gallon sprayer. Got it on sale and thought it was ok for the price. Definitely would’ve gotten a better one after using it for more than 10 mins as your back feels the weight.
I like your video style, keep it up!
Thank you!
If it has bearings, a motor, is meant to cut, sand, grind or wire wheel. You can have them.
I found a job for that rotary Dremel like cheap piece of...?... It works great on polishing frets and feat work on a guitar.
I got it for the reason it was Cheeeep
I always keep that drill set around for the abusive jobs . I even resharpen them . Are they great drills? Nope . Do I have a use for them ? Yep . I also grab a pack of the rags when they are on sale at half price but I never pay full price .
Love the Sig sauer and carry insurance stickers 😊
Thanks and thanks for watching!
The warrior cobalt drill bits are good. But near $60.00
I have that backpack sprayer for 3 years and it works just fine.
No cutting tool or material of any kind at all. Drills, blades, anything whatsoever cutting or abrasive, with the sole exception of wire brushes and wheels. On the pro side, Pittsburgh branded screwdrivers are well worth the price. The disposable gloves, all varieties are a good deal. Wire fishing set can't beat it for 6x the price.
Electric tape, I don't use any cheap stuff - 3M 700 is about $3 a roll
In general I would not recommend buying any of the lowest price tools at Harbor Freight. Get at least the next step up better tools. Their upper end stuff is good quality. They are not afraid to sell you junk but on the other hand they can and will sell you good quality stuff if you're willing to pay for it. I wish they would drop all their low end tools and realize they're not doing themselves or anyone any favors by selling something that won't hold up. I bought one of their bubble balancers for tires once thinking how can something so simple not work. It was awful. It was machined off center so the balancer was worthless. I could see with the naked eye the bubble insert was machined crooked and showed the manager that, He refunded my money so live and learn.
Bonus: do NOT buy the Pittsburgh 12 pt combination wrenches!! You WILL round bolts & nuts with them. Get the gear wrench set instead.
I had a warrior grinder a fiew years ago and it lasted about 3 min. It came apart.
Made the mistake of getting a few of those. The pliers set, batteries, central pneumatic. Pitt t-handle allen/torx set. Garbage. You can add the sandpaper to the list.
Sneaky good though, some chicago electric stuff.the Banks nailers ive had good experience with to.
That drill is great for driving deck screws into a wooden fence to hold it up
I bought a extra battery, I have used it for a few years now....and the battery last a long time. I'm happy with it.
Glad it works for you. Thanks for watching!
Dont forget the Pittsburgh ratcheting clamp/spreader. Those are complete junk. They strip out before they get tight.
I have them listed in the "don't buy the Harbor Freight Tools Part 2" .
Got 2 of those pocket LED lights, they both suck. I don’t know why I haven’t thrown them out yet.
Completely understand.
The Icon plier line is definitely worth buying. They're good quality.