Impact driver question for mechanics

[parkerbink]

I have been wrestling with the impact gun issue because I am getting ready to do headers, suspension, crank pulley etc. and figure getting some tools is cheaper then paying someone.

I have an Ingersoll Rand D650 1/2" Cordless Drill/Driver 19.2V which uses the same lithium ion battery as the Ingersoll Rand W360 1/2" Square Drive Cordless Impact driver.

These are it's specs. Do they look strong enough or do I need a compressor & air driver?

http://www.tylertool.com/ingersollrand24.html

Pound for pound, the W360 is the most powerful cordless Impact tool in the world. Patent-pending IQv technology provides maximum performance, durability, and battery life. Compatible with both the 19.2V lithium-ion (BL192) and 19.2V nickel cadmium (N192) batteries. The IQv Series is ideal for mobile service, automotive, tire lane, off-highway, industrial facilities maintenance, and production applications.

Features: Ingersoll Rand W360 1/2" Square Drive Cordless Impact

* 360 ft.-lbs. max reverse torque
* Less than 6.2 lbs. with lithium-ion battery
* 1,650 RPM, 2,200 BPM
* Engineered composite housing with patent pending metal subframe for unbreakable strength
* All metal hammercase and housing ring for added durability

Specifications: Ingersoll Rand W360 1/2" Square Drive Cordless Impact

* Max Torque Reverse -- 360 ft-lbs (488.1Nm)
* Speed -- 0-1,650 BPM -- 0-2,200
* Length -- 8.9 in. (227mm)
* Sound dBA -- 90
* Vibration -- 5.6 m/s2
* Voltage -- 19.2
* Usable Torque Range -- 25-280 ft-lbs (33.9-379.6Nm)
* Tool Weight -- 4.8 lbs (2.2kg)
* Weight w/ Li-ion -- 6.2 lbs (2.8kg)
* Weight w/ Ni-Cd -- 6.7 lbs (3.1kg)

[der affe]

i had a snap-on 1/2" impact similar to that one (prob the same) i thought it was a little bit akwards to use under the car. i ended up selling to someone else at work and buying this insted

http://www.tooltopia.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=8427

it is the way to go if you go for an air powered one

i also have this one for my 3/8"

http://www.sjdiscounttools.com/ir2115ti.html

[parkerbink]

Outside the battery awkwardness is the torque sufficient for tough bolts?

Thanks.

[Farbin Kaiber]

I have a Mac Tools Cordless 19.2v 1/2" Peice of Shit. It came in a set with a 19.2v Mac Tools Cordless Drill Peice of Shit. I wouldn't suggest them to Matthew Mayhem. I wish I could have tricked someone into buying them from me. After two trips to warranty repairs they still will not twist a toothpick in butter.


This is not a buy off the net tool. You need some hands on usage to make sure it's gonna suit your needs.

[der affe]

the torque was pretty good one my snap-on, but the outside battery thing was a pain and it was way bigger so i couldn't fit it into tight spaces very well and i got tired of building extensions/wobbles etc to make it work for me. it worked well for taking wheels off in the lot where i couldn't run an air hose to the car, but that was about it.

[parkerbink]

I have a compressor & tools in L.A. & Mexico, I don't want or need another. I thought since the batteries are interchangeable (and expensive, the L.I. is 100.00) and I could use the driver as an emergency wheel changing tool if it will work for the header then I can rationalize getting it.

I am still on the fence. I'll either find someone in Phoenix to do it or wait until I go to L.A. next month.

[NC325iC]

i have a dewalt 3/8" cordless impact that i use for EVERYTHING, i love it, definitely one of the best buys ive made, that accompanied with a torque wrench good sockets and a breaker bar are all you need

[mentaleeill]

my brother has that I.R. 1/2" impact. hands down the best cordless/ airless impact i have used. way better than the snap on and mac. we use it on his racecar at the track, because it's hard to get a compressor running with the power draw when the pits are fulll of everyone's trailer setups. it has never let us down.

[allwheeldrive]

The great equalizer is rust if you have to deal with it. If not, you are golden.

[Rigmaster]

You can do all the jobs you mentioned just as easily WITHOUT impact/air tools.

That said, if the tool really does generate 360 ft/lb of torque in reverse, then you should have no problem getting any of those fasteners off- you might break them though if you're not careful.

[parkerbink]

Thanks for the info guys.