Panasonic cordless drills

mshel · 12-19-2007, 09:24 PM

My PC 14.4 drills are fading fast and since 3 of my 4 batteries are toast, I can't see spending any more money on them by buying new batteries. I am looking at the 15.6v panasonic model and was wondering if anyone here has any experience with them. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mike

junquecol · 12-19-2007, 09:48 PM

I would also price a rebuild of batteries by Jason Able over at Battery Rebuilders. He has a new business name. I can't remember what it is now.

NCPete · 12-19-2007, 09:50 PM

and fresh brushes??? perhaps? I like the perceived durability of the panasonic, and have heard good things about them.... but have never owned any, or played with any, either. some of the guys that just did my remodel had Panasonic tools and seemed quite happy with them.

Canuck · 12-19-2007, 10:32 PM

Originally Posted by junquecol

I would also price a rebuild of batteries by Jason Able over at Battery Rebuilders. He has a new business name. I can't remember what it is now.

Jason Able's new website/Company name..............

http://www.mtobattery.com/store/

I have used him in the past and he does "first-rate" work!!!

Wayne

Nativespec · 12-20-2007, 07:06 AM

I used to only buy the Craftsman or other cheap drills since I did not like the cost of the Dewalt batteries. Now I have been buying the Dewalt 18v tools since I can use the same batteries. I bought a Triton 18v drill and like the tool, but the batteries have been disappointing. The Dewalt batteries have performed well and I will probably buy the Dewalt l-ion batteries eventually.

Thanks,

David

Joe Scharle · 12-20-2007, 08:42 AM

You know Rigid has a lifetime warranty.....includes batteries!

Nativespec · 12-20-2007, 09:20 AM

Thanks, I did not know that. I hope I am done buying tools. BTW, do you have any friends interested in buying a Woodrat?

David

Joe Scharle · 12-20-2007, 10:29 AM

http://www.woodrat.com/ikonboard/ikonboard.cgi

http://www.thecraftsmangallery.com/phpBB2/index.php

You could place a for sale thread on these.
Do you have the dust kit for a DW625 on your router?

Nativespec · 12-20-2007, 02:40 PM

Not the Dewalt kit, but I built one modeled after one I saw on the sight.

ashley_phil · 12-20-2007, 02:42 PM

buy a BOSCH! It is worth the $$.

Nativespec · 12-20-2007, 02:49 PM

Joe:

You look like the guy I was speaking with in Woodcraft on Saturday 12/8?

I think we talked about Tarheel Filing and Systimatic blades.

David

FredP · 12-20-2007, 04:22 PM

panasonic 15.6 volt is the ONLY drill i buy these days. they are compact powerfull and the batteries last. I use these every day all day for installing hardware. this is the only drill i have found that will last beyond the warranty period without having to have some kind of repair done. I have used em all! my PC's didnt last 4 monthes before they needed repair. triggers motors batteries ect... dewally? same. bosch? same thing. craftsman? [rebadged bosch] same. all of these [and there were several of each brand] were under warranty so they were fixed for free but in my line of work I dont have time for repair shops for things that shouldnt need repair that often. have been through 8 panasonics . 2 per year. never a problem while in warrantee! after that I have had some issues like the break stopps working or the variable speed quits but these drills are used all day every day and rode hard! they get droped used as hammers and fall down stairs regularly. the PC's and dewalts are stronger but the batteries dont hold up to being charged nearly everyday. of the 8 I have given 3 away to family and friends 2 are in the shop and 1 is LOML's and the newest 2 are in the truck. none have failed to perform ever! YMMV

fred

DavidF · 12-20-2007, 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by FredP

panasonic 15.6 volt is the ONLY drill i buy these days. they are compact powerfull and the batteries last. I use these every day all day for installing hardware. this is the only drill i have found that will last beyond the warranty period without having to have some kind of repair done. I have used em all! my PC's didnt last 4 monthes before they needed repair. triggers motors batteries ect... dewally? same. bosch? same thing. craftsman? [rebadged bosch] same. all of these [and there were several of each brand] were under warranty so they were fixed for free but in my line of work I dont have time for repair shops for things that shouldnt need repair that often. have been through 8 panasonics . 2 per year. never a problem while in warrantee! after that I have had some issues like the break stopps working or the variable speed quits but these drills are used all day every day and rode hard! they get droped used as hammers and fall down stairs regularly. the PC's and dewalts are stronger but the batteries dont hold up to being charged nearly everyday. of the 8 I have given 3 away to family and friends 2 are in the shop and 1 is LOML's and the newest 2 are in the truck. none have failed to perform ever! YMMV

fred

If I read between the lines then, you'd recommend Panasonic

FredP · 12-20-2007, 05:48 PM

Originally Posted by DavidF

If I read between the lines then, you'd recommend Panasonic

ayup! but ya gots ta read real ssssllllllooooowwwwwww!

dozer · 12-20-2007, 06:15 PM

I've seen Fred type that post must have taken him about and hour

I have a Panasonic in my shop and abuse them all day with Fred and the really do hold up great.