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    Sealey Power Drill Intermittent Start

    Hi. I bought a Sealey 750W power drill, and ever since the first day I had it problems began to arise. First, it does not always start smoothly, it starts with a jerk, which can be quite annoying when trying to keep the drill steady on top of a small punch, but the power drill shakes vigorously...
  2. K

    drill thru multiple studs to run wire

    I like to run wire above the ceiling of the garage (above it is a bedroom) but there are quite many studs about 2 feet apart in the way. Would it be better to run wires thru electrical conduit that is visible on the ceiling (look ugly) OR just drill all these studs to hide the wires (ROMEX). My...
  3. R

    New Drill Set

    I’m looking to buy a new Drill set - SDS/Combi and possibly impact after mine were stolen unfortunately. I’ve saved up some money and found a kit on Screwfix that look okay: https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/dewalt-dck456m3t-gb-18v-4-0ah-li-ion-xr-brushless-cordless-4-piece-power-tool-kit/2013p Any...
  4. Gavin John Hyde

    DeWalt drill for sale

    I have a surplus brand new unused DeWalt 18v Brushless drill/driver for sale. Got it as part of a promo with a supplier. I have a full range of DeWalt kit so have no need for another drill as mine is identical and only a few months old. Actually a very powerful drill considering they made it...
  5. Highspark24/7

    Makita core drill

    Hi everyone I bought a makita core drill of a friend the other day this one https://www.howetools.co.uk/makita-8406-240v-diamond-core-drill-13mm-chuck?utm_source=google_shopping&gclid=CjwKCAiAv4n9BRA9EiwA30WNDzqeC-ABkxQCwp4UAM6UBgYmoTMYPHfjGif-Hcg4QV8r-Bb_RxIRmRoClsIQAvD_BwE However it has a...
  6. R

    Milwaukee 18v SDS and Combi Drill with 2x 5.0ah Batteries, Charger and Case

    I’m looking to sell my Milwaukee Kit. It contains: 1x 18v SDS 1x 18v Combi Drill 2x 5.0ah Batteries 1x Charger 1x Carry Case Collection is from Liverpool. I’m looking at £280 Ono. 1 x 18 Volt M18 BPD Compact Percussion Drill is a compact, high performance percussion drill that measures only...
  7. littlespark

    SDS battery drill

    Thoughts on this? Might be the start of a new Bosch collection. £200
  8. R

    HSS Drill Bit Set Recommendations

    I’m looking to buy some HSS Drill Bits. Could anyone recommend a decent set.
  9. R

    Case for long 600mm to 1000mm Drill Bits.

    I am looking to buy a case for storing my SDS Bits in . As currently I’m using my car for work and would like a way of transporting them whilst working on the job out of the engineers van.
  10. buzzlightyear

    What kind of drill

    I have now deasided to by a second cordless drill that is light climbing up ladders And put up lights and the odd thing, I have a makita 14.4v drill had for years. So lads what do you use. I might go for a makita 10 volt one.
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    Was a wire hit with a drill?

    Hello I live in Spain in an older building but I do have a pretty modern Fuse Box.... Ok so today my internet was installed and the young guy drilled 2 holes next to the power socket ,in order to attach his little cable box. Later he asked me if I do not yet have electricity in the house .... We...
  12. Gavin John Hyde

    if you are on checkatrade get a free bosch drill

    Have an email saying if you are on checkatrade and open an account at denmans then you can claim a free bosch drill.... too bad I am both a member and have a denmans account already Not a bad freebie if you dont already use denmans... use this link enter your checkatrade details and then set up...
  13. B

    Intermittent starting on SDS hammer drill

    Hi Sparkies, newbie here needing some advice please My 1100W SDS hammer drill sometimes starts, sometimes dead. So far fault diagnosis (loose connections, voltage and continuity checks) has ruled out switch, commutator and rotor armature windings. My suspicion has fallen on either the brushes...
  14. D

    Draw a start/stop/retain relay control circuit for a 3 phase drill machine

    Hey, I'm just wonder if I can get some feedback on this drawing that I've made? any feedback will be very appreciated thanks in advance.
  15. R

    Drill Biy Storage Box.

    I’m looking for a box that I could carry inside my Milwaukee Bag. As I have my SDS, Combi and Charger in there. This is the bag: https://www.bigredpowertools.co.uk/milwaukee-m18-soft-bag?gclid=CjwKCAiA4Y7yBRB8EiwADV1haftuRbIg8TBStI8eo93ORlpDZ0PEt3Jlee6ttJezZo3zBc8gi9sfIRoCnOgQAvD_BwE
  16. D

    Need a new drill

    My old Bosch 36 volt drill, is on it’s last legs. Intermittent stopping and starting when the trigger is pulled and a strange smell from the motor when on prolonged use. Any recommendations?
  17. R

    Drill Bits which ones to get?

    So I have managed to buy an SDS and a Combi Drill both 18v by Milwaukee at a good price with 2x 5.0ah Batteries, Charger and a 12v LED Torch. I am just looking for some Drill Bits, as I would like to stick with Milwaukee, but they seem rather expensive, so I am not sure if they are worth the...
  18. C

    Can I drill through a 4 stud thick column to run one 12/2 wire?

    I'm running one 12/2 wire through a wall and I ran into a structural column. It is 4 studs thick. Can I drill through this column to run my wire? 1575333614 Just wanted to add that I'm trying to add an electrical outlet to the wall.
  19. J

    Legal to drill a hole?

    I want to replace an oyster light in my kitchen ceiling with an LED downlight. I have engaged an electrician to do the job. While waiting for him to arrive, out of curiosity I unscrewed the light housing from the ceiling and drew it down a short way, (I don't intend to detach the wires from the...
  20. R

    Voltage Indicator and Proving Unit/12v Dewalt Combi and Impact Drill

    I am looking to sell some of my Tools, due to my uncle retiring me has kindly given me some tools. Socket and See Voltage Tester and Proving Unit Kit - £80 Dewalt DCK211C2 10.8V 1.3Ah Li-Ion XR DCD710 Drill Driver & DCF815 Impact Twin £120

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