Milwaukee M12 FUEL Stubby Impact Wrenches in 1/2" 3/8" & 1/4" Anvils For Tight Spaces
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- Milwaukee 2555-20 M12 FUEL Stubby 1/2" Impact Wrench: amzn.to/2xLrvVQ
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Milwaukee 2552-20 M12 FUEL 1/4" Stubby Impact Wrench: amzn.to/2R6I4DC
Stubby Cordless Impact - Milwaukee Tool has a new line of small M12 impact wrenches that Milwaukee claims are the "industry’s first cordless stubby impacts" and also "the most compact cordless impact wrenches on the market". The new FUEL M12 impact wrenches are very small, lightweight and powerful. Full specifications for the 1/4", 3/8” and 1/2" models are listed below.
The new stubby impact wrenches are designed to replace pneumatic stubby impacts. Cordless units have no hoses and no maintenance and provide close to the same performance. Like other FUEL models, the M12 FUEL Stubby Impact wrenches are powered by Milwaukee Tool's POWERSTATE Brushless Motors along with the REDLINK Intelligence system to protect the battery and tool. Each impact wrench model has a four-mode DRIVE CONTROL feature with the 4th featuring an Auto-Shut-Off Mode to prevent over-fastening of bolts.
Models & Specs
M12 FUEL 1/2” Stubby Impact Wrench (2555-20)
250 ft-lbs Breakaway Torque
RPM: 1,200; 1,800; 2,700; 1,500 - 2,700
IPM: 1,100; 2,100; 3,200
4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL
Length: 4.9”
Height: 7”
Width: 2.4”
Weight (w/ XC4.0 battery): 2.93 lbs
M12 FUEL 3/8” Stubby Impact Wrench (2554-20)
250 ft-lbs Breakaway Torque
RPM: 1,200; 1,800; 2,700; 1,500 - 2,700
IPM: 1,100; 2,100; 3,200
4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL
Length: 4.8”
Height: 7”
Width: 2.4”
Weight (w/ XC4.0 battery): 2.92 lbs
M12 FUEL 1/4" Stubby Impact Wrench (2552-20)
100 ft-lbs Breakaway Torque
RPM: 1,300; 1,900; 3,200; 1,500 - 3,200
IPM: 1,300; 2,000; 4,300
4-Mode DRIVE CONTROL
Length: 5.1”
Height: 6.75”
Width: 2.25”
Weight (w/ XC4.0 battery): 2.0 lbs
Long-Term Use
These small and very ergonomic impacts are our new go-to tool for small tasks. The M12 line has a slightly larger handle because the battery fits connect in the handle, but these tools fit our hands well and they are nicely balanced. While it would be nice to see the fuel gauge on the battery, the Milwaukee M12 line has them on the tool. This forces us to make sure the batteries are charged after each use.
The drive control is changed on the top of these units and is lit up by a light. When you pull the variable speed trigger, the light turns on for a few seconds letting you know what mode you are in. To change modes, you just push the button and the other mode will light up. This did cause us a bit of confusion when we first started using them as we were switching them back and forth and when the next guy picked up the tool, he did not know what mode they were in. While the drive control mode is cool looking, the long term question is when that area gets dirty or the cover on the button cracks, will it work as well. I would much rather see a simple switch so one could visually see what mode they are in at all times. There are times where we enjoy technology in tools and other times where we just want simple and reliable, in this case, if we had a choice, we would opt for a switch rather than a button for drive control.
On the other hand, these drive control buttons open up the door for Milwaukee to adapt their new ONE-KEY technology for these tools in the future.
If you think 12 volt tools cannot provide the power and run time you need, we suggest you try some out. These days, they have improved and can be a great player in the market. There is not a huge gamble on the tools as it is backed with Milwaukee's tool warranty for 5 years and the battery is backed for 2 years.
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I got the 3/8 and 1/2 they are awsome
Bakken cutter why would you get both 1/2 and 3/8 bro if the have the same power and size just curious🤔
@@209chevymon so i dont have to use adapters on smaller or larger sockets. 1/2 impact sockets generally only go so small and 3/8 only go so big
@@bakkencutter189 got it thanks bro👊
That’s weird I have a 8mm 1/2” snapon impact socket. Biggest 3/8 impact I have is 32mm. You just gotta know where to look
@@The0590628 Im talking general socket sets. You can find anything now days if you wanna spend the money. Thanks for your input
I love how calmly you two talk. I definitely prefer it over being yelled at for "hype"
Thanks Bud.
😂😂😂not a VCG fan ✌️
@@elmasloco6538
That guy is obviously a Milwaukee paid shill. Rather irritating one as well.
@@elmasloco6538 i like the hype it wakes u up a bit lol
VCG fan here.
I picked up the 3/8” and the Tekton impact sockets, have changed the way I work. Thanks for great honest content, keep it up!
Sunex impact sockets..
@@DarkSim77 sunex nanos/low profile impact sockets?
Sorry for a stupid question. I thought impact just meant the sockets would last longer. Is there an effect on the impacting too when actually using them?
@@ChunkyMonkaayyy you're supposed to use impact sockets with impact guns, but you can use them on a ratchet.
@@DarkSim77 I just ordered the m12 impact wrench and ratchet along with the sunex. Hopefully they are as good as what people say.
I really appreciate you guys talking about realistic use of these tools for DIYers, especially, because many people get these pretty tools, get carried away, and start breaking stuff or realize they never use them to full power. Really great review guys! Cheers!
And yeah, I think a lot of hard asses are going to use their chrome sockets with these power tools no matter what you tell them then come back and complain about broken sockets. Some people can't be helped. Me, I like to buy good quality tools that will last me a lifetime so no, I will never use a chrome socket, extension or adapter with a power tool.
Been using this in an industrial setting. The drive modes are fantastic for using the 3/8 on lighter duty tasks and stainless fasteners and parts and yet still has the power for when it is needed. I highly recommend the boot for it to protect it. It pairs well with my grey pnumatic sockets
So after 5 years, how is it holding up. Thinking about splurging
@@carmo9693had mine for 3 and it’s been a treat, hell if you can find a used one on market place for like half the price you’d still be happy. But the kits have dropped in price and are still without a doubt worth it
Treat yourself bud
Before I got impact sockets, I tried using regular sockets a couple of times (I have a 1/2" Ryobi impact wrench). With only one or two uses, the socket's receiver was already getting damaged, and these weren't cheapo chrome sockets either. I bought an inexpensive set of impact sockets (my impact wrench use is limited) and so far there's been no damage to the socket or the tool's anvil. Lastly, I want to give props to the Ryobi impact wrench. For a non-professional user, this thing has plenty of power. It's not a compact tool, but it's not huge either. I watched workshop addicts' Ryobi video which helped me with the buying decision. Thanks fellas!
I have it too. It's a great tool. Not strong enough for some stuff (rusty axle nuts/crank pulley bolts) but everything else I've come across is cake.
The thing with chrome tools is that they destroy retaining rings and the drive anvils themselves, the sockets will be more likely to crack and spin apart under load. polished chrome sockets and extensions dont flex like impact specific sockets do so you get broken tools and less torque.. chrome tools are for hands only. Unfortunately there are older cats, as well as hard headed youngins in this industry that do what theyve been doing forever or do what theyve been seeing others do. If you care about safety and longevity heed these words
Also ryobi is mainly for gardening stuff, MAYBE even home diy stuff but dont buy them for automotive tools..
Just ordered one, thanks for mentioning the extensions, especially the impact rated ones. I wouldn't have thought of that on the front end, so now I can get the right extensions for the job!
Koon trucking did a review and it did break loose 260ft/lb on a big rig using 3/4 socket with adapter. Love the power in such a small size. Great tool!!
But was it just torqued to 240 and then removed. If so, not real world imho.
@@Toyotas_n__Tools I don't even like the name koon anyways
@@WorkshopAddict It was loosening the 270ft-lb when he called it. Still impressive as fuck
@@jonmcelrone9389 Not really, most impact will do over their rated torque if the nuts are hot like they were in that test
@WorkshopAddict Here is this video:
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Milwaukees 3/8 ratchet is amazing is an absolute must have.
I was planning using the stubby with my regular sockets. You saved my set. I rather buy a whole set of impacts. Also, I rather buy the half inch since most impacts are available in that size.
I have the brushless, non-fuel 1/4" impact driver. I only has 133 ft-lbs of torque but I've I've used it for years to remove lug nuts off our 2 cars, they both get torqued to 75 ft-lbs and they come off easy. I have a 400ft-lb corded impact that almost never gets used. These little impact tools are great! I use mine with impact sockets on lug nuts but for smaller stuff like 12-13-14mm bolts that don't require full power I will use the regular sockets.
Gonna have to check out that 1/2” drive stubby. That would be super handy around the farm and a nice complement to the m12 3/8” impact I already have.
This is one of my favourite tools. The weight balance and weight itself is great, and being small means it'll fit in and around places. Impact grade sockets obviously rob less torque, so I'll save the chrome ones for hand tools where being a little skinnier helps, and when they won't explode on me. Really wish this was around some years ago when I worked in manufacturing facilities and so much time was wasted dragging air lines around.
Great review. I was just realizing today changing brakes with difficult caliper fasteners that my corded impact just doesn't cut it for most things other than lug nuts. it is truly incredible how powerful these impacts are for how small they are, especially with the latest m12/m18 generation.
Battery impacts have come a long way!
Everybody that watches these type of videos have a tool that can easily pop off lugs. The appeal of these tools is the stubby factor. Show us something something these can do that something you might already have cannot. Love you guys, but I was really waiting for you to convince me that I need this tool. Might buy one anyway because, new tools.. 😂
Issue becomes getting a camera in there. Will this get somewhere others won't .. Sometimes, but 90 percent of the time an inch has little effect on if you use an impact.
I'm watching as I haven't bought an impact yet.
I use is for brake jobs and my goodness it's so much faster now. Of course I can just use a ratchet but time is money. If I brake it Milwaukee will replace it under warranty. If not I'll buy a new one on offer up. I bought 3 for under $90/.
I use impact sockets, but I have used chrome sockets on this unit plus the high torque as a last resort when I didn't have the impact socket available and couldn't get a breaker bar in the work area.
I have the 1/4” stubby m12 impact. I freaking love that thing. I got a great deal at HD. The wrench, 2 m12 batteries, the single charger in a bag for $179. Milwaukee tools are becoming the leader of the pack. The thing that sucks is not being able to find enough things to use it for. Btw they make an awesome small portable tire inflator for the m12 line. I highly recommend checking it out.
1/2" stubby and a nice set of impact sockets will be my Christmas gift from myself 👍 Great video as always!
Thanks bud
Since this is a stubby impact driver, i got stubby sockets too. As an example look for Astro 78314 Low Profile Nano (that part number is metric 3/8 drive). The square drive end has 17 mm external hex so it can satisfy the hand tool guys when teamed up with a 17mm flex head ratcheting box end (i have both regular and stubby). The hex end has a groove to accept small rubber bands (othodontist brace bands work great) to make a friction fit inside a box end wrench. If things are really tight, the hex end used with a wrench basically gets rid of the thickness of a ratchet.
I have several Milwaukee impacts, although not the stubby ones yet. I have an M12 1/4” hex Impact Driver and a couple of M18 3/8” impacts. I have a 1/2” drive high torque on back order. I’m glad to see you guys back me up on using the black chrome moly impact sockets. I thought maybe I was just being old school about it, but that’s all I use with my impacts.
I wish they would just leave all the drive mode crap off the impacts. I have never used them on air or cordless impacts. Just have it on full beans with good trigger control. Been fixing on big rigs for over 25 yrs. In my opinion 3/8 drive is the way to go. Just picked mine up from HD yesterday!
@Frank Silvers I'm sure there pro's and cons to having different power settings. If they put them on it would be nice if it could be done in such a way doesn't get changed on accident
@Frank Silvers I most certainly have shelving myself up the backside of a transmission. Though it doesn't happen that often
Not sure why you would ever need a 1/4” impact. Ever. The 1/4” Milwaukee ratchet is plenty for those needs. Yes a 3/8 and 1/2 in a must for any garage!! Great review 👍
If you're in the collision repair industry that 1/4 impact will be your best friend and most used tool for reassembly and disassembly.
Like said below, there are uses in collision and also in ATV and SxS industry as well as many other places. Its all about the job and the tool being right for each other. some may never have the use but we use ours all the time as it has a better angle than the ratchet.
WorkshopAddict never thought of that! Makes sense for sure. Again awesome review of the tools. I’m heading in to return my low torque 1/2inch for the big boy.
This little guy works wonders. You don’t need a big hulk of a impact, I mean it depends what the task calls for. For under the hood this is perfect. I’m just a diy guy. It doesn’t see a whole lot of action. Now when I think of fixing something it gives me the confidence knowing something won’t take as long
I have the 3/8 and 1/2 love mine. Milwaukee also has the rubber boots available for these as well part number 49-16-2554 it fits both the 3/8 and 1/2 the 1/4 required a different model. These are still very much impact wrenches are they should only be used with impact rated sockets. Impact sockets are in fact softer then the usual hard chrome offering. This allows the impact wrench to beat the socket up and not the anvil or tool itself. Hard chrome sockets can be destroyed and possibly fracture with velocity in addition anvil breakage because they are of similar hardness. Of course your impact sockets with extended use will have to be replaced more often for reliable fastener and anvil fit that’s just the nature of the beast.
Which is better to get the 1/2 or 3/8
@@AR-uj3js Depends on the type of fasteners you’re working with. If you need to hire torque and robustness I’d go up to the half. If your fasteners are essentially light duty like lawnmowers and lawn tractors that sort of thing then perhaps the 3/8 would be just fine for you. Of course the biggest consideration here is what size socket do you now have?
I bought a mid torque m18 impact a few months back that I use for working on my car and I absolutely love it, and I'm thinking about buying a stubby to keep in my car for emergency situations
Just ordered the 1/2'' stubby and I cant wait to try it out on an axle nut that should be around 140 ft-lbs. If it can handle that Ill be stoked!
Pending the size of the axle nut, it should do it with ease.
Did it handle it? Also over time nuts tend to need more torque to remove due to rust or debris
So are you stoked? 🤘🏻
@@Ethan.s.. probably got so stoked he stroked...
So what happened?
And they have the M12™ FUEL™ Stubby Impact Driver Protective Boot
49-16-2554
Bless you
I've never seen a reason personally for the boots. For me tools are meant to be used and abused.
AWESOME easy to use great tools! I have the 1/2" and the 1/4" hex. I have a Subaru crosstrek the 1/4" takes the lug nuts off with no problem. Use the 1/2" for the really big jobs.
the US milwaukee site shows M18 fuel stubby impacts coming soon...guess that's why my local tool retailer dropped the price of the M12 fuel stubby a little bit. I bit the bullet and bought the skin only since I already had a whole bunch of batteries lying around at home, can't wait to try it on some lug nuts when I rotate my tyres. Been doing it by hand all this time so I really want to see how much faster it'll be with the impact.
That's awesome! Could you post a link?
@@MrSupernova111 just go to their us website, products section - milwaukeetool.com/Products - filter type > fastening and the m18 stubbies should be near the top. They look very sweet but I'm more than happy with my M12, I managed to swap a CV shaft and holy shit was that thing useful. I would've been exhausted if I did everything by hand - was able to zip the wheel nuts on and off like usain bolt runs a 100m sprint, and the axle nut came off after about 5-6 seconds of max-power ugga duggas. The axle nut was torqued to 294 N m (~217 ft-lbs), so the 339 N m max torque the M12 had was more than enough to loosen it.
I think I can say that this is one of the best purchases I have ever made. Doesn't have to be milwaukee, but any electric impact wrench makes working on vehicles SO MUCH easier.
I'll definitely be picking these up, I have a trio of Gray Pneumatic 6-pt Duo impact socket sets in 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2", metric and standard, regular and deep that are ready to go. Love these sets, they are impact rated but they are nearly the size of regular chrome sockets so they are great for hand use as well.
Those are AWESOME!
first day i got mine i tried loosening a centre bearing nut 32mm with a 1/2 to 3/4 extension and it would'nt touch it in fact i nearly sent it back faulty but with a proper 1/2 32mm socket it took it off easy,just bear in mind
What a great video! Thanks for giving the heads up with impact rated extensions and sockets. I was on the fence about buying this tool because a lot of guys out there say not enough power. Im definitely buying this Thank you!!
Have to use impact sockets for all the reasons mentioned but normal sockets can shatter causing injury Milwaukee makes the best stuff hands down both m12 & m18 tools are the most diverse tool lines there are and they just keep growing
The high torque is a staple in my heavy equipment/truck shop. Definitely the heroic tool that gets passed around
Cant wait to buy the 1/2 model!! Also cant beat Harbor freight impact sockets if you want to be cheap.
I have some that are about 15 years old and still work great!
Sunex
Yup, yesterday I just bought the HF Metric & SAE 13 piece 1/2" Dr. Deep impact socket sets using coupons for $19.99 each w/lifetime warrantee. Needed them for use with my awesome Milwaukee FUEL 1/2" Dr. Stubby impact, High Torque FUEL impact & FUEL Ratchet wrench.
Totally agreed, in so far as if you don't have a need for fairly small impact sockets. HF product (for 1/2" deep Metric impact sockets) makes its strength in husky bulk, not high quality and super dense product. I've used Matco, SnapOn stuff, and it's way thinner and SUPER strong, dense and heavy.
The belt clips are definitely useful on certain tools
Not for most lefties.
Milwaukee's can be Milwaukee's can be put on both sides
In that case I'm gona hold out for the left handed version ...
I'm torn between the 3/8 and 1/2 stubby. These look perfect for suspension work as my snap on impact is just too massive to fit between hubs etc.
We find we use the 3/8" a lot more because we grab the mid-torque that has a lot more power for 1/2" work.
I use mostly impact sockets and extension but occasionally will grab non impact Allen’s or torx bit sockets
Ya i have to agree about the light on the Milwaukees. I gutted and replaced a front suspension with the m18 compact one key wrench and mid torque and with gloves and in the july sun, the button and seeing what mode i was on was next to impossible. They should either adopt the dial or change the backlight on the settings number to red or green because white just doenst work in the sun.
I got the 3/8 stubby as i already have all 3 sizes of m18 impacts in 1/2". Cant wait to use it. I have a brake job coming up soon.
Yup!
m 12 is the best small platform ever. good tool. test with standard sockets. i use my ratchets with regular sockets.
test this vs a royobi 1/2 drive or a makita or dewalt 1/2 drive. i would love to see a 3/8 vs 1/2 inch competition
Great point about the dial. I have a hard time seeing the light on my mid torque 2861.
And the belt clip? The screw fell out the 2nd day owning it. It's now In the bottom of my tool box somewhere.
Wish mine would have... I would not have had to remove it.
I ordered the 1/2 inch stubby as a birthday present which is in a few days can’t wait to get it hopefully don’t regret it I have 2 6.0ah batteries so hopefully it will last at least I know it has a 5 year warranty I use impact rates sockets
We went over exactly what it can and cannot do. If you like what we said, you will be happy. Congrats.
Happy Birthday!
I bought the 3/8 stubby and high torque m18 tool, between the 2 I can get to almost anything. So right in the video almost no one needs anything more than the mid torque
Thank you for sharing your experience. Our experience is that we use the Mid-Torque every day and only pull out the High Torque or the stubby when needed.
Thanks for the video fellas, I own the 3/8th" and absolutely love it!!
4 times outta 5 I use impact sockets. That fifth time is because I misplaced the right impact socket, need a thinner wall than the impact socket allows, or flat out don't own that size. I have some nice US made tools but the majority of my impact sockets are imports. They just don't generally have the selection of sizes you get with a better brand. I am generally conscious about how much power I'm putting to chrome and don't sustain a full trigger pull if I don't have to.
A friend who turns wrenches for a living uses the 2754 and the the gen 1 big boy impact (1100 lb ft). He grabs chrome sockets for his impacts all the time.
I recently bought the 3/8th drive stubby , First use was yesterday on my daughters Jeep. I was rotating her tires and with an impact rated socket and the battery fully charged, I still could not break the lug nuts loose and they are only on with 95 ft lbs. I was very disappointed.
Are you sure the lugs were actually tightened to 95 ft lbs or was that what they were supposed to be at?
@@WorkshopAddict Since I was the last person to put the tires on, that's the torque spec I tightened them to the last time I rotated them.
@@crbourret that is pretty light and your stubby should have done that, plus any rust, without issue. Return it.
Go hug your mom! Love it!
Great little tool gentlemen. Thanks for the review.
LOL.... Yeah. I try to stay upbeat about it. Coming up on 12 years of my mother passing from cancer. I like to try to remind people to appreciate family. I get it, that does not send that message. But, maybe someone will call their Mom because of it. :) Thanks for watching the video in full! Have a great one!
WorkshopAddict Thanks for sharing. I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. You guys are great!
Thanks buddy.
Just subscribed, love you guys. M12 fuel stubby's are the best out.. Simple.
I use the 1/2 inch to construct tube and fitting scaffold
I can't wait to get the 3/8 I have the 1/2 inch Mid Torque but I only use it for rotating tires I can use the 3/8 for a lot more than rotating tires.
Make sure you have all the impact sockets you need!
I love my stubby 3/8'' been using for a week with impact sockets
Impact sockets make a huge difference in power on these tools!
I use the Grey Pneumatic Duo sockets
@@WorkshopAddict how they make a difference?
@@nba3512 It is the metal they are made of that does not absorb the impact.
@@WorkshopAddict that is something I been wondering because I buy the stubby 3/8 and I am using Chrome socket , I gonna do the test by myself, thanks.
Belt clips work wonders for those quick workers back when I use to be a lube tech I loved belt clips for my impact gun, gunned them off clipped it take tire down and rotated and gunned them back in. Just my experience I’ve liked them for quick workers
Milwaukee M12 FUEL Stubby Impact Wrenches The Best
I have a complete set of 1/2" impact sockets but my 3/8" sockets are chrome. I have Milwaukee's BFH 1/2" mega impact that I use with impact sockets but it is too large and heavy for getting into tighter places. However, I am looking for something in 3/8 that I can use with my normal sockets. Not for taking off lugs or disassembling heavy equipment but just for time savings on smaller fasteners. If I run into something super tight I can either stick on a 3/8" to 1/2" impact rated adapter and use my 1/2" impact sockets or simply grab the large impact. I'm just a DIY guy so these tools only see occasional use when the mower, tractor, or something needs serviced, etc.
If you already have the M18 battery, I recommend looking into one of their compact impact wrench like the 2754. They have 1/2" and 3/8" anvils.
What I personaly have is the mid torque impact wrench and an impact driver with a few socket adapters.
Thanks - actually that is EXACTLY what I am currently looking at - the 2754. Like you, I also use an impact driver with socket adapters. Very handy.
@@eosjoe565 yeah, these stubby ones look awesome but right now I don't want to have different kinds of batteries. I already 2-m18 batteries.
Same here. I do have a Milwaukee inspection camera that uses an M12 battery but I'm not really interested in buying more M12 tools.
@@eosjoe565 I have 2754 use it daily on diesel engines &pumps & valves just basic marine industrial mechanics & it works great & mine is a year old I use the 9.0 battery
I’ve just purchased the 3/8 stubby rated at 338nm of nut busting torque so your video was very helpful, I also own the high end torque Milwaukee impact wrench which I already own deep impact drives for , I also have the standard sockets that I own but after listening to how the power decreases using them I shall be investing in 3/8 deep impact sockets thank you for the heads up
I got the old school impacts from Milwaukee and they have served me good. But I saw these stubby’s at my local hardware and said I must have but first look into reviews.
It's funny you guys mention the button sticker peeling. Mine got snagged and peeled on something a year or so ago and I go based on memory of which position means what. The button still works though! I'm debating the 1/2 or 3/8 stubby. I have all shallow 3/8 and deep 1/2 with sae shallow in 1/2 as well. So I guess the logical move is to go 1/2. Also I think I'm picking up the new high torque this week at a local tool show. They have it for $199 with a free 5.0 and charger. It's just asking to be added to the collection!
I am thinking getting this 3/8 M12 for my seasonal tire change. I have been using RIDGID 18v 1/2 inch for 5 years now (since i am on RIDGID battery platform) but this Milwaukee looks so sexy!!!!! Dude! The red and black colorway and the design/shape of this tool, plus the smaller size, really attract me!
I think you should stick to mid or high torque for lug nuts
@@alcerz984 ok. Might as well save some money sticking with RIDGID for now
That 1/4" impact look almost exactly like the body/anvil of my 1/4" Hex
I think they're the same.
Heard this was a beast!
Thank You for making the video. Was just what I was looking for. If you guys trust them and that's what you do on the daily then I sure do as well. I just got the hammerdrill and impact combo with get one free tool. Got some xmas money left so seeing where I want to go next👍
I had been using my 3/8” stubby with Wera standard socket 19mm and 22mm to take tires off my Odyssey, TSX, etc since 2018 winter summer and brakes job
works well
XC 4.0 is most reliable (Samsung 20R)
XC 6.0 cells are so bad,anything older than 2021-12 date on serials (Samsung 30Q, some older using LG)
Newer one switched to Sony VTC 6
HO 5.0 is the better version
i switched to heavy weight Milwaukee impact deep socket 19, 21 and 22 in 3/8” over a year
and love them
I’m a full time auto mechanic. I have a dewalt set and often find my 3/8” 20v impact is bulky and underpowered. I think I’m eventually switching over to all Milwaukee. I’m itching to try one of these stubby 3/8. I love my dewalt 1/2 high torque but after 3 years daily use she’s getting beat up. Also ALL my 20v battery packs have cracked cases and are held together by safety wire! I’m thinking this is due to setting them down with BIG heavy sockets and long extensions but still I feel like that shouldn’t happen.
I just bought the 3/8 stubby tonight and am already in love with it. It rips lugs off like no problem.
The motor and internals on the 3/8 is the same as the 1/2 inch which is why the half inch seems weak. I would recommend getting into 18v for 1/2 inch.
I own a 98 ranger, all I really need is enough torque to remove the harmonic balancer bolt to replace the timing belt and change tires as well...
Torque test channel tested different sockets. And the difference between a impact socket and the standard chrome sockets and the difference was marginal at best.
These are great for the lower torque converter bolts on CAT 836 compactors and 988 loaders
My boss got the 3/8 stubby it's awesome can't wait to get mine
Get Impact rated extension ! thank you for emphasizing that sir.
I have the Dewalt DCF896 for big stuff...that thing is a beast...I bought the M12 3/8 stubby for smaller stuff...which are usually in tighter areas..great reviews...plus can use 1/4 adapter for smaller sockets...I love all these battery impacts...blows the sh#$t out of air tools...they area thing of the past...stupid hoses...trip hazards...
I like these M12 tools I know I’m a DIYer but I’m above average in abilities and I find to have the M12 impact in the boot of the car is very handy in the event you need to stop and change your tyre or help somebody else.....
Also at home no need to fire up the compressor and run the airlines.......
Recently got a 3/8 one absolutely brilliant tool
I bought the 1/2” on a big sale. Haven’t used it yet but I’m a diy guy not a heavy duty Mech so 250lb/ft will be sufficient. And I have a air for big jobs
I'm a Dewalt guy but I'm thinking about getting this one.
Wait and get the new Mid Torque. IMHO, you will be happier.
Hey, Milwaukie we need M18 drywall pole sander.
Definitely my neighbor bought the 3/8 earthquake impact wrench and used a chrome socket and he was struggling to take his lug nuts off his truck until I let him used my impact sockets it was shocking to him what a difference sockets are.
I wish more people understood that.
I like to see a 24" extension impact ready of course.
Working on a exhaust or a hard to reach place.
I have an 18"....
@@WorkshopAddict Nice..!
I just bought a mid torque 1/2" from milwaukee used non impact sockets, not so good.
I just received my impact sockets from by mail. (I just had to try it on my 2006 nissan pathfinder lug nuts).
WOW what a difference...!.
My Pittsburgh pro extension is only 18". it's chrome, of course
Can't wait to get these in my tool dept.
Just use a 10 to 14 inch breaker bar. You won’t damage the paint on your lug nuts and you still get the job done. impact wrench always makes my wheel lug nuts look like crap after a while
Impact rated sockets all day
Bought the 1/2 mid torque instead, for the money you might as well
Saving the pennies for the 3/8 now...price will come down in a year. Until then the 3/8 fuel (not so stubby) is cheap now:) . Thanks for the video
I own the 1/2” model it will do about 90% of the work i do, it will take wheels off but any type of extension it won’t be able too hand it . I use it for other suspension stuff . But again it fall short in places .
You would think someone who relies on their tools to put food on the table would buy the appropriate long lasting tools not just cheap out and make shit work.
I have the high torque 1/2 and I will be buying the stubby 1/2 as well for lacing conveyor belts with flexco 190 laces up until now I've been using my 3/8 m18 fue impact wrench if what they say is true I'll be getting more torque and a lighter weight with the stubby.
Thankfully I invested in sockets a long time ago and already have the deep well side covered.
Those M18 Fuel impacts are killer. Hands down, I would grab that over a air tool any day.
Wow! Cant wait to pick one up!
Now i need a new impact socket set
Excelentes explicações. Parabéns pelo seu trabalho.
thanks great video I use impact sockets on my impact tools
i like this impact wrench, but the forward reverse is a bit too low and touches my hand which locks it out. kind of annoying
Underrated channel
People should not have the excuse that impact rated stuff is to costly. I bought a Mastercraft 28pc 1/2" drive socket set that was originally $250.00 from Canadian for $49.99 on sale. Mastercraft is the Canadian Tire brand of products in Canada which carries a lifetime warranty. I also own the 1/2" Milwaukee Mid Torque wrench. I bought it on sale. There is always sales and cost should never be in the same sentence as safety.
100% agree, my eyes are worth more than 100$...but that's just me. You can also get a great sunex set on Amazon. Sunex doesn't skip sizes, they're chrome Molly, master set has sae/metric deep/shallow & lifetime replacement. I haven't broken or damaged one yet & used them steadily for over a year (I also don't throw the 1/4 on an adapter on a 1/2 impact lol).
tekton has good sets too and reasonable prices. got a 3/8 metric shallow 7-19mm for $17
@@wades623 I agree, Tekton is another great brand.
@@wades623 I agree too. I have several sets of tekton. A couple have deformed with regular use, which is when I bought the sunex (they still work, but the steel is softer & 6 the raised portion between corners is getting flat).
The sunex look new, but not quite as much use. Also the sunex sockets are much lighter transferring less of the impact action to the nut/bolt. Whatever you pick will serve you well
I'm going to buy these when I need to change my tires
I'll buy Harbor Freight socket set and an extension or two. For me these will be fine. I already have an M 12 drill set, so I really not going to save any money buying a cheaper brand as I'd have to buy a battery and charger.
That ¼" impact stubby will rip off head bolts on a diesel engine out of a pickup. It doesn't like it but it does it, so I'm pretty sure the torque they say it has, has it.
Dial no no i dnt like that idea but maybe next to the number setting have a torque setting number as well so we know the exact torque spec in each setting or display each settings torque in the manuel so we know jmo tho thanks for the review guys
“Do as we say not as we do” I like “lead by example”
Everyone uses impacts to start beadlocks, EVERYONE, but the rims warn you not to. If you know the tools and what your doing, it is not an issue.
the belt clips are for construction guys, why even complain about it, just take it off and forget about it. I do both, automotive and construction and cant imagine removing it for construction. on my automotive m12 its off.
Bought the 1/2 inch today
Great vid fellas as always be safe guys
I would use them with the Grey Pneumatic Impact Duo-sockets