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  1. P

    Drilling holes in Fusebox knockouts?

    I’ve always been alright with the knockouts provided for Fusebox consumer units but I’ve got a job coming up where I don’t want to use the large 32mm or 40mm knockouts. I’ve got a 10 way board consumer unit to fit and the knockouts are so annoyingly spaced out, you could fit another 3...
  2. Dan

    What's the best price you can find on a 2 x Drill Combo?

    What's the best price you can find on a 2 x Drill Combo? And do I really need the new hammer type at all? Any Good make is fine. The batteries in them all are pretty good.
  3. R

    Erbauer Hole Saws and Drill Bits

    Has anyone tried Erbauer Holesaws and Drill Bits? I’m just after an assortment of bits as our company pay for your drill bits. They won’t pay for the expensive brands. Are they any good?
  4. C

    Type of drill to get?

    I’m new-ish to the trade and going to be working on site in a new build block of flats as an Adult trainee/apprentice, I’ve been told to bring my own drill but not sure what type to get? My site experience is little so I’m guessing I’ll be doing a bit of everything. 10v/12v/18v? Combi or...
  5. timhoward

    Sharpening SDS drill bits -the Multi Sharp gadget.

    I can't find a previous thread on this topic, so here goes. There is one sort of house-brick that I dread encountering in my area - they are known as Ruabon Reds and they are extremely hard and unforgiving. After working a lot on two houses with these bricks the same week I've blunted almost...
  6. DMcKanic

    Drill press modification

    I bought a drill press that has a on/off toggle switch. If I replace it with a two-way toggle, will that allow it to operate in both directions?
  7. T

    RCD tripping like a road drill!!

    Installed and Ecostrad iQ wifi radiator with RCD. The radiator area started making a 'drilling' noise and noise traced to RCD tripping like a drill. Help?
  8. D

    115vac line tests with proper voltage, powers a low watt bulb but will not run a drill.

    I have a 115vac line that tests with proper voltage and will power a low watt bulb but will not run a drill etc... Line from main panel to barn is 10-3 copper on a 30amp breaker. Sub panel has two 20amp breakers one for lights and one for plugs. Wire was run 30 years ago and ran a vacuum...
  9. Mtnestfarm

    120v at receptacle but my drill runs very slowly.

    My stand alone shop with a dedicated line from the power company shows 120v, but I'm only getting enough power to slowly spin my drill. The main panel had some funky readings at the breaker so it was replaced. I have disconnected every circuit from the panel except for a single receptacle. The...
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    • Forum: USA
  10. A

    Best Corded or Cordless hammer drill for concrete?

    I have some projects on my hand and it involves driving into concrete. Therefore, I thought it would be sensible to invest in a hammer drill I am kind of confused whether to go with cordless or corded hammer drills. I know cordless ones gives you mobility but corded drills give you more power...
  11. A

    searching for most suitable drill bit for porcelain tiles

    I need to drill holes in the tile wall for some household tasks. Therefore, I want to know exactly what type of drill bit will suit best our beautiful porcelain tiles. Because I don’t want to ruin them by using the wrong equipment. Diamond bits and Carbide bits are the most common ones. Of the...
  12. A

    Looking for a hammer drill for tile removing task

    We are planning to do some home renovation, basically want to upgrade kitchen. So, removing the tile is the first task. Therefore, we need a hammer drill. Yes, I love Dewalt as brand. But I want to be certain about couple of things before buying one as I don’t want to drop big bucks and later...
  13. A

    looking to buy cordless drill for garden auger

    I am looking to plant around 400 bulbs! As you can see, it would be quite a big ask, so I am looking to buy a cordless drill for my garden auger ( It’s a 3 inch diameter auger) Actually, my neighbor has got a 18V dewalt and initially, I thought about asking for the drill. Then something hit my...
  14. A

    I need a drill for driving ground rods

    I'm absolutely tired of renting here. I need a drill for driving ground rods and soil is moderately hard one I wanted to know how big/heavy drill I need for ground rods. 10-13 amps, and around 12-15 lbs. Will that be enough? i know demo hammers are usually a bit higher than that Have done...
  15. mattg4321

    SDS drill sparking..

    As above, SDS drill sparking and intermittently down on power. Sparking between brushes and commutator. Brushes and springs seem ok, but have quite a curved surface at point of contact. Loads of meat left on brushes. Will changing brushes fix it or is it dead?!
  16. C

    Cordless drill - Dewalt vs Milwaukee

    Which is the better cordless drill between Milwaukee M18 4.0AH brushless cordless combi drill and Dewalt DCD778M2T-SFGB 18V 4.0AH brushless cordless combi drill?
  17. A

    Old Drill Press electrical help for DIYer, replacing cord caused short in outlet

    Hello all! So as the title says and as the pictures will demonstrate, I have received a very old drill press. However, the cord was absolutely destroyed and needed to be replaced. I had no experience doing this, but followed along with YT videos and was able to replace all the wires, and added a...
  18. little_elf

    Drill through plaster?

    So, my current living room light is one simple light bulb, as shown in the picture. There is a rose/medallion there and I got a new light that needs two holes in order to get it fixed on the ceiling. Again, see pictures. I asked an electrician who told me that he can't drill the two holes...
  19. D

    Drill Breakdown

    Hello friends. I use a Black & Decker 710W Drill. I took a break to get some rest while I was working. The drill was not working when I wanted to work again. When I press the button, I read 220v value with the measuring device at the switch output. The brushes seem to be touching the commutator...
  20. R

    Dewalt 4 Piece Drill Set - 18v Combi, SDS, Impact and Torch

    I thought I would list my Dewalt set on here. To see if I get any interest. It’s around 6 months old but I’m looking to buy another brand. Collection only from Liverpool. I’m looking for £450. Any questions just ask.

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