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Dug

06-27-2005 19:52:23

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Is there a big difference in power between the 14 volt cordless drills and the 18 volt? I won't be making a living with it, just using it for weekend warrior stuff. Any other differences/benefits to one over the other.

I have a 9.6v Makita (sp?) that has worked great, but it has grown tired, and time for a new one. I am looking hard at a remanufactured Rigid 14 volt at Cummins. Price is about $85. The 18 volt is about $120. Any suggestions?

Dug

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Nolan

06-29-2005 06:13:36

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

Low power is fine until you actually use a higher power unit, then you never want to go back. I've currently got 19.2v and wouldn't trade it for anything less.

Remember when we thought a 14" computer monitor was big and we were sure we wouldn't need/want anything larger?

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JeffreyG

06-28-2005 15:47:44

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

What ever you buy get a Rigid. Yess they are pricey but they have a lifetime warranty even the batteries. Since Home Depot started handling them with the lifetime warranty every thing I have boughten is Rigid. Just my2sense

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farmall300u

06-28-2005 11:18:14

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

I have used both in the DeWalt brand. My 18 v is a model DW995. Lowe's has occassional battery sales, 2 for $99.99 which is a very good deal. So battery costs should not be a decision factor. I have two batteries, so useable battery life is not critical. I had the 14.4 v, but it did not have enough torque for pressure treated wood or hard woods. I really misuse the DW995 and it has held up extremely well with no problems for the six years I have owned it. I bought it refurbished from Harbour Freight.

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DaveCA

06-28-2005 18:52:21

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to farmall300u, 06-28-2005 11:18:14

I"ve had the Dewalt 18v for 5 years always excellent torque and battery staying power.
Just bought the Dewalt 14v XRP. I prefer it for most things because the weight is less. I recently drove a couple hundred #10 x 4 inch screws into fir studs, the 18v really was necessary for continuous duty.
If I could only have one it would have to be the 18v because of its versatility being useful for the heavy duty jobs.

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dr.sportster

06-28-2005 05:22:23

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

You only need 18 for hole saws and the hammer drill feature.Mikita is out Dewalt is in.

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1945 A

06-28-2005 05:14:48

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

I bought one of those Chineese import (Clark) from Tractor Supply last fall in the 18V version, and have really been impressed with it. Since buying it, I haven"t taken my 1/2" electric drill out of the case. It (Clark) has been used for everything from driving 3 1/2" screws building walls, to securing the Hardy Siding, so there"s plenty of torque, and enough staying power to get some work done.
The only thing I found is, that the batteries won"t recharge in an hour, as stated in the manual. That"s not a big deal though, since it came with 2 batteries, and there"s enough staying power that 1 can recharge while the other is being used.
This drill was about $70, with a 1 year warranty.
Good Luck with whatever you decide.....

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Galen

06-28-2005 04:49:43

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

I've not had the Rigid brand, but I've had both in the DeWalt brand. Found the 14.4v held a charge longer, was way lighter, easier to use and (some models) had just as much torque as the 18v. Batteries were cheaper for the 14.4v, and lasted longer. You can even change the chuck to a 1/2" real easy.

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Hobo,NC

06-28-2005 04:28:22

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

My sears 18V does not have the stay power the 14V had and the 14V does not have the stay power the 9.6V makita had. The 18V does have the power jes shot winded. You kin get 2 18V drills for the price of 1 Makita may even less and have 4 batteries and a flash light. Makita is easier to use cuzz it weighs less, depens on what ya plan to do with it and how much ya use it.

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Big Jim

06-28-2005 02:14:55

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

I've got both. They are Craftsman brand. I thought the 14.4 was a darned good and handy drill then, one day, Sears had a good sale and I bought an 18. The 14.4 mostly sits now unless I need a couple of drills - which does happen fairly often. We bought a house that needed some fix-up. I spent several hours a day working on it for a couple of months and the drill was my constant companion for evrything from cabinet hinges to punching a 2 inch forsner through a couple of headers. I'm sold on 18.

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Stan in Oly, WA

06-27-2005 23:14:37

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Re: 14v versus 18v in reply to Dug, 06-27-2005 19:52:23

Hi, Dug

I can't answer your question because I've never owned an 18 volt drill. What I have owned and used every day for more than 3 years now is a 14.4 cordless from HF. It's easily one of the best tools I've ever owned. Several years ago, someone on this forum mentioned having this same tool and described it as a "trooper." That struck me as a good description.

I'm tight fisted but I'm not stupid. I like really good tools, and I own my share of Milwaukee, DeWalt, Skill, Makita, Smith & Wesson, Lincoln Electric, and what not. I also won't argue with anyone who says that a lot of what HF sells is pure crap. But a well engineered, well made tool is a beautiful thing, regardless of the brand it carries, or the point of origin.

One other thing; if you buy a HF 14.4 cordless drill, get the orange one, not the blue one. Weird, but they're not anything alike, and the blue one is nothing special.

All the best, Stan

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