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09-17-2021, 11:51 PM #1
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Best 1/2" inpact gun - battery or Air for tire lugs
Was searching through numerous threads, but the information I need is brand and model impact guns folks are using. Common element is 1/2" and proper impact sockets. What I am not seeing is torque needed (size of unit) I have a 2.5 gallon air tank at 145psi available if that makes an air unit possible, but I also have 18V Mikita batterys and charger available too.
Any information would be great.2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th wheel with 6K axle upgrade. B&W 25K OEM Companion, Steadyfast system, 2022 F350 SRW 6.7 King Ranch 8' bed, Trailer reverse lights, rear spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, and Solar
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09-18-2021, 12:06 AM #2
I keep a 1/2" Milwaukee 18V cordless impact in the truck. 1400lbs of breaking torque and it automatically applies less once the nut breaks free. I also keep a set of Capri impact flip sockets in the truck with it and an impact rated extension.
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09-18-2021, 12:11 AM #3
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I don’t know if this is the best but it works for me.
https://www.factoryauthorizedoutlet....ench-bare-tool
Plus I have these impact sockets for assorted lug nuts. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N17CK76/
Plus to prevent over tightening I use a torque stick similar to this one https://www.amazon.com/AFF-Torque-Li...dp/B08S5TSD6B/
And for final torquing I have a 1/2” drive torque wrench that I use also to torque my Andersen hitch
I keep all of these under the back seat of my F350.
I have several 18 volt batteries always charged because I also keep a Makita 18 volt portable vacuum, led light and cordless blower in the trailer.Last edited by Jerryr; 09-18-2021 at 12:15 AM.
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09-18-2021, 04:43 AM #4
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I use 1/2 inch 18 v Milwaukee Impact and keep it under back seat of truck. Don't think there is lug nut it will not remove. Also keep 1/2 inch torque wrench. You don't want to over torque lug nuts and you want to torque to mfg required torque.
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09-18-2021, 06:31 AM #5
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I use the DeWalt 1/2" impact, model number DCF889. Went with that as it uses the same batteries as all my other tools. Works great. Have used it on several occasions including one blowout and when I caught a couple nails in Gulf Shores last year after the hurricane..
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09-18-2021, 06:45 AM #6
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Milwaukee for me also, pretty impressive. Plus NEIKO 02281B 1/2" Drive Impact Flip Socket Set | 4 Piece | SAE and MM and the torque bars.
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09-18-2021, 06:51 AM #7
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I'm partial to DeWalt 20V tools myself. Which is why I also have the DeWalt inflater.
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09-18-2021, 07:35 AM #8
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with an across the board upgrade of my power tools I recently got a 3/8" drive Milwaukee Fuel 18V impact gun. With a 3/8" x 1/2" adapter it is completely capable and totally awesome at doing wheel lugs. I really don't know why I waited so long as this is far better than the 1/2" air impact gun I have.
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09-18-2021, 08:09 AM #9
I agree. I also have the 3/8" version and a matching 3/8" impact set, very impressed overall with both impacts. I prefer the 1/2" for the road though, it does have multiple settings to limit the torque and the auto function. I have ran into some situations where the 3/8" wasnt enough and had use the 1/2" (wasnt on my lug nuts though). Like most responses here, I also carry a torque wrench for installation of lug nuts.
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09-18-2021, 08:53 AM #10
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2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th wheel with 6K axle upgrade. B&W 25K OEM Companion, Steadyfast system, 2022 F350 SRW 6.7 King Ranch 8' bed, Trailer reverse lights, rear spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, and Solar
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