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Looks like I'm in the market for a new air impact. My old craftsman won't always remove lug nuts on the truck anymore so I'm thinking it's time for a new one. Anyone got any recommendations? Seems like most of the new ones have a lot of plastic and are all MIC.
I don't need anything outrageously expensive, but at the same time don't want to pay a couple of hundred dollars for a piece of junk.
I don't need anything outrageously expensive, but at the same time don't want to pay a couple of hundred dollars for a piece of junk.
Token Redneck
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I've used IR's TiMax guns (2135 ti max sounds right, it came from Sears), they're better than most I've used but they're $$$. I use a corded electric impact at home, my Clarke brand gun from Tractor Supply cost less than $50 and has been working for years, still pops the lugs off my truck without trying. No compressor, no noise, no hassle, if electric ratchets would catch up with impacts I'd never use an air compressor again.
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You are right Chris. They are made in China but at least it is an American company and the profits stay right here in the good ol USA. Unlike when you buy a Korean or Japanese car the profits go overseas.
Buying from a Japanese car is like employing an illegal alien, sure you are employing a neighbor but he sends the money back to Mexico.
Buying from a Japanese car is like employing an illegal alien, sure you are employing a neighbor but he sends the money back to Mexico.
The Pacifier
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I have a 2131 and a 2135. Both are great guns, lots of power, outpowered only by higher end Snap-On and Mac Tools guns.
i ain't rite
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i would look on craigs list. i got an IR for $5, and a snapon for $20
both about 25 years old, and both work like new
both about 25 years old, and both work like new
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I believe the 2135 has a max of 1100 ft lbs or something like that. Should I be looking for some gloves that offer wrist support?
Of course I guess if you try to look at the big, big picture, the warranty departments for all these companies that service the junk they sell are at least employing some folks here.
I realize I might end up with a MIC wrench, I just want to explore my options first and value the feedback from all of you in terms of which ones work well.
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Never thought of that. Thanks for keeping it simple Tom.
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I'll put another vote in for an IR 2135, mine hasn't let me down and you can get a rubber cover so you don't have to worry about banging it up as much.
I'll also second the craigslist recommendation, I always see some impacts on there for a decent price, and its usually older ones that were built here.
Another thought, have you looked into rebuilding the craftsman? It might be possible to get parts, I know IR's can be rebuilt.
I'll also second the craigslist recommendation, I always see some impacts on there for a decent price, and its usually older ones that were built here.
Another thought, have you looked into rebuilding the craftsman? It might be possible to get parts, I know IR's can be rebuilt.
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