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The impact has worked very well for me as well, however I haven't put it through the rigorous beatings that I have put the drill through but I'm sure it would handle it's self in the same manor. It worked excellet though. Putting up the building did put a bit of a taxing on the drill, but that is a job that is meant for a screw gun not a cordless drill.
I use it professionally (I'm a helicopter mechanic) and at home. There is no way I will go back to any other drill. I bought this drill almost a year ago.
I use it everyday, I even used it to put up a 12' X 21' metal building. My favorite part is how quick the batteries charge you never have to worry about running out of juice. This is a very powerfull and LIGHT drill.
I replaced a dewalt 18v when I bought this one.
I like the hand chuck and there are more setting than I had used in the past. My 9V Makita finally went belly up so I saw this combo kit. I would go with either one. The light I have not used but the driver and the impact driver are both welcome new member to my tool box.A co-worker recommended this kit though he has the two piece which means no light. At the time it had a rebate for a free third battery. The power of the 18 V over the old 9V is very clear to see but the battery charges in far less time so with the two that come it you should always have power close at hand.
The 1/2" drill and flashlight were just a bonus for $40. The impact driver does the job without fuss, never messes up even stainless steel screw heads (ss is softer than "regular" screws), is light weight, and in general is a joy to use. Get one, you won't regret it. I don't know how many years impact drivers have been available, but I used my first last year on a Rebuilding Together project where the lead contractor had one. When I think of all the buggered screw heads I have created with my big, high torque drill, I almost weep.
Have had about 4 months and working well. Makita LCT300W 18V Compact Lithium-Ion 3PC Cordless Combo I am happy with drills and light. Battery life is short but they are light and charge quickly.
Price was great Amazon delivered price $270 it was best going at the time.today is lower.tomorrow maybe higher. I can drive nearly 49 3" spline drive const. Batt's charge fast, bag is kinda waste it looks like a lunch bag with no x-tra room. It also takes the larger batteries and will drive about 90 screws.
I purchased a month ago instead of replacing batteries on an 8yr old porter cable 14.4V, first I am a professional user.General Contractor for more than ten years. prices keep changing. Only wish I would have bought the kit with the radio.that's next on my list. Both in kit are lighter and more powerful than previous PC unit, light is ok.its bright but head seems a bit floppy.
First impact I have owned and definitely the way to drive screws, less operator fatigue and less wear on bits. Great value. Time will tell if it will hold up to rough use, impact kicks A**. screws on single charge.
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