Aldi tool modification. Ferrex 2 IN 1. Impact FREAK - driver and wrench. 1/2" mod for Pro and Base.

Video map.
00:00 - Introduction of tools and idea
02:06 - Benchmark testing
03:56 - BASE model Ferrex modification
09:48 - PRO model Ferrex modification
11:01 - Results and testing
Parkside modification video - • Know your options! Par...
Instructions and links.
Parts needed for the conversion:
FERREX Brushed (WWS-ASS20-SP)
- Washer. Link: www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
- Bushing (the one used in the video was a Od=24, Id=16, H=15, however I recommend getting a bushing with an Od=25mm and then just taking off some material with sandpaper until it is a tight fit with the casing. The 24mm one is a bit less than 24mm and in some cases that will be problematic.) Link: www.aliexpress.com/item/10050... (Select 16x25x15)
- Anvil. Search term is "Anvil Worx WU278" I recommend you look at other seller for a cheaper price, because I am sure they increase prices on a regular basis. Also please remember to remove 1mm off the bottom of the anvil. As I showed in the video there is a difference. I sent mine to be machined down from 6mm to 5mm. However I have made the same change to the measurement with a bench grinder - be careful and take it slow. Make sure it is the exact same size throughout. You can even use sandpaper and a lot of elbow grease. Link: www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
Don't forget to grease everything before putting the tool back together. After assembly make sure the anvil moves freely by hand.
Ferrex Pro (FID 20-I BL)
As said in the video, this is the easiest job by far.
- Anvil. Search term is "Anvil Worx WU278" I recommend you look at other seller for a cheaper price, because I am sure they increase prices on a regular basis. Link: www.aliexpress.com/item/10050...
Open up the front casing, remove the old anvil and insert the new one. Remember that the washer stays in place and is needed with the new anvil too. Grease it up and put it back together. Once again after you have assembled the tool make sure the anvil moves freely by hand before going after the rustiest bolt in sight.
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[@BrokeLifeEU]

Hello everyone! Please let me know if I should do more of the Ferrex stuff from time to time. Parkside have more tools but it can't hurt to have a look at what Ferrex can come up with from time to time can it?

[@PetyrWo]

Ferrex drill review will be nice. I mostly shop at Lidl because I can also have a look at the Parkside section. But if Aldi tools are also good I will pay them a visit from time to time.

[@BrokeLifeEU]

@@PetyrWo I will see what I can do!

[@PetyrWo]

Thank you! You are the best!@@BrokeLifeEU

[@Failsafeman100]

Yes please 😁

[@BrokeLifeEU]

@Failsafeman100 Yes on the drill or Ferrex in general?

[@Simonecuozzo]

Just finished the conversion on the Ferrex Pro. Super easy to do, thanks for all the info!!

[@BrokeLifeEU]

My pleasure! Might just be the easiest conversion ever! Please let me know what you think when you try it out! I would love to read your thoughts.

[@DumbSkippy]

Love your work ! More Aldi Pro 20v hacks please!!!

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Thank you so much! I hope they release some nice tools soon.

[@LordFoxes]

The 1/2 anvil looks way more at home with the Ferrex units then it does with the parkside.
For the price difference Id say the Ferrex pro is really good

[@BrokeLifeEU]

I was quite shocked at just how at home it looked the first time I put it back together with the new anvil.

[@FixitEasyDIY]

Impressed 😮

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Thank you so much! A simple and nice way to get more out of ones Ferrex tools I think. I hope someone somewhere found it useful!

[@antoniomanolea2683]

Ferrex did make a 1/2 inch impact wrench that advertised 400 nm I own one I got it last year before they stopped selling tools online at Aldi special buys

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Yes, they have a 1/2“ impact wrench. However is quite pricey on ebay at the moment, that is why I gave this option a go. I don‘t think it‘s too bad actually. I have not tried the 400Nm one what is it like? Does it feel like it has the 400Nm?

[@barnus877]

The regular FERREX looks suspiciously similar to the Parkside 180 Nm impact driver, does the same conversion apply with the Parkside? Can you make a video about that? A comparison would be intresting too. I love your work, thank you👌

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Absolutely I will make a video! I am just waiting for more anvils to arrive, because I want to convert a couple of different Parkside tools, after which we will test them. The Ferrex does look similar, however since I have not done that on the Parkside yet I can't say for sure if the size of the bushing is EXACTLY the same. Otherwise the washer is the same and the anvil will need to be the same dimensions as specified in this video.

[@burak7638]

I am Team parkside. Im so happy with the conversion on my b3. Ive thought maybe I buy 2nd one and let it sit aside and dont convert because of warranty etc :)

[@BrokeLifeEU]

If this helps your case I have 3 of them 😂 Converted B3 and C3 and a non converted B3. However I got them for the videos. Currently the most used one is the C3, because I want to see if it will last.

[@burak7638]

@@BrokeLifeEU oh hahahaha bro which one is better im from Germany I guess I only can get the c3 Version now

[@BrokeLifeEU]

The B3 I find is better. More power and the mode buttons I like better. But yes not like we have a choice anymore.

[@user-lp7dd7dz9m]

Brilliant

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Thank you! I hope it was useful!

[@aboalzon83]

Can you try aplle to aplle total tools vs parkside

[@BrokeLifeEU]

Do you have any particular Total tool in mind?