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post 1623823391 11-27-2020, 09:36 AM
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Whatcha know about tools?

For peeps that don't live on misc I'm living in a house that I inherited from my mom; has a mortgage still, high taxes, and needs work.

Feels like selling is the right move, but also don't have a place to go if I manage that. Could sell as is/investor types and I've wondered if that would be a wash when you factor in fees and cost of repairs.

Most recently working on a low cost cosmetic fix (cleaning, paint, light fixtures). The kitchen will be the biggest project. Cabinets are original builder grade that a prior owner added ugly pulls to and coated with latex paint that wasn't done right and looks like hell. Laminate counters are dated and one by the sink is in bad condition. The cabinets are a type that don't have to have pulls so my plan is to strip/sand/paint, try putting new laminate on the counters, and need a new faucet. Blah.

I have a decent stock of hand tools, but no power tools of my own since my divorce. Ryobi seems to be well regarded and isn't as expensive as Dewalt. At least need a drill/driver. Not sure if brushless is that important/worth it?

This set is $$$, but includes a lot of stuff. Not sure if it is good start, or if I should just add as needed. Doesn't have miter/angle/table saw which could be nice for tile/molding if I get that far.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-ON...00KN/314110025

Oh, and I've done a good amount of reno, but usually power tools/plumbing I've had help with from my grandpa, dad, or FIL, which isn't an option now. I've done a lot of cleaning/paint/planning/shopping/yard work and a little electrical.
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post 1623823501 11-27-2020, 09:38 AM
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You shouldn’t have gotten a divorce

None of us are gonna help you because of that.

That’s your husbands role that you didn’t appreciate enough, so now suffer the consequences.
post 1623823511 11-27-2020, 09:38 AM
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Inb4 something something my tool.
post 1623823651 11-27-2020, 09:40 AM
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post 1623823731 11-27-2020, 09:40 AM
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Ryobi?





Personally I wouldn't buy anything other than Milwaukee. Maybe Makita if I was only using it to put a shelf on the wall
post 1623823911 11-27-2020, 09:42 AM
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Link doesn’t work ?
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post 1623824001 11-27-2020, 09:43 AM
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ryobi is ok. it will prob get the job done but it's known as a less expensive brand

milwaukee, dewalt, makita are prob the best trade tools. festool some fancy german chit, which is the opposite; prob more expensive than quality
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Originally Posted By LtGoose
Ryobi?

And this .
Milwaukee would be my first choice , dewalt second
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post 1623824131 11-27-2020, 09:45 AM
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Only thing that matters is battery life and warranty length (not some bs extended you have to buy. )


18v seems weak tbh.
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post 1623824311 11-27-2020, 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted By KingSWRV
You shouldn’t have gotten a divorce

None of us are gonna help you because of that.

That’s your husbands role that you didn’t appreciate enough, so now suffer the consequences.
m'kay. wasn't my idea though.
Originally Posted By LtGoose
Ryobi?





Personally I wouldn't buy anything other than Milwaukee. Maybe Makita if I was only using it to put a shelf on the wall
Originally Posted By propreffered7
ryobi is ok. it will prob get the job done but it's known as a less expensive brand

milwaukee, dewalt, makita are prob the best trade tools. festool some fancy german chit, which is the opposite; prob more expensive than quality
aren't they a lot more expensive?
Originally Posted By MajorTendonitis
Link doesn’t work ?
because you are in Canada maybe?

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post 1623824351 11-27-2020, 09:49 AM
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Originally Posted By KingSWRV
You shouldn’t have gotten a divorce

None of us are gonna help you because of that.

That’s your husbands role that you didn’t appreciate enough, so now suffer the consequences.
Lol.

Depending on if OP is a sloot and caused the divorce is a big factor on if i agreee with you or not. If she is a. Sloot who slooted on her hubby then yes. Karma is a bitcch and its very real
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Originally Posted By katya422
aren't they a lot more expensive?
possibly. i bet that ryobi could get the job done im just saying they're not the highest quality

my opinion of the brands is makita is the most consistent and has the largest line (other tools you could use batteries for). generally the best batteries too

milwaukee has the most powerful motors but don't last as long and battery life is worse

dewalt fluctuates with certain tools being better than others but also has a large line
post 1623824571 11-27-2020, 09:52 AM
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Don't buy a set only buy the things that you are going to use, you won't be using the whole set.
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post 1623824611 11-27-2020, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted By imbored205
post this on reddit and they will PM you offering to fly out and help
This OP going to need to find some SIMP


beware though if you dont fuk them they will get irate when they finally figure out you used them, but if youre good you can lead them on for months or years
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First and foremost you should stay in the kitchen.

Second, the name on the tool isn't always indicative of the quality...name brand stuff at a big box store won't be the same as the same brand at a contractor supply outlet.

Beyond that, if you didn't already know that, you might as well go buy a little tikes builder set at Toys r Us and call it a day.

Good luck with your lesbian homowner goals.
post 1623824661 11-27-2020, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted By latverian41
Lol.

Depending on if OP is a sloot and caused the divorce is a big factor on if i agreee with you or not. If she is a. Sloot who slooted on her hubby then yes. Karma is a bitcch and its very real
Is karma the name of the dcfs agent who is going to come take your kid away?
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post 1623824671 11-27-2020, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted By katya422
For peeps that don't live on misc I'm living in a house that I inherited from my mom; has a mortgage still, high taxes, and needs work.

Feels like selling is the right move, but also don't have a place to go if I manage that. Could sell as is/investor types and I've wondered if that would be a wash when you factor in fees and cost of repairs.

Most recently working on a low cost cosmetic fix (cleaning, paint, light fixtures). The kitchen will be the biggest project. Cabinets are original builder grade that a prior owner added ugly pulls to and coated with latex paint that wasn't done right and looks like hell. Laminate counters are dated and one by the sink is in bad condition. The cabinets are a type that don't have to have pulls so my plan is to strip/sand/paint, try putting new laminate on the counters, and need a new faucet. Blah.

I have a decent stock of hand tools, but no power tools of my own since my divorce. Ryobi seems to be well regarded and isn't as expensive as Dewalt. At least need a drill/driver. Not sure if brushless is that important/worth it?

This set is $$$, but includes a lot of stuff. Not sure if it is good start, or if I should just add as needed. Doesn't have miter/angle/table saw which could be nice for tile/molding if I get that far.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-ON...00KN/314110025

Oh, and I've done a good amount of reno, but usually power tools/plumbing I've had help with from my grandpa, dad, or FIL, which isn't an option now. I've done a lot of cleaning/paint/planning/shopping/yard work and a little electrical.
is it necessary to sell the house now, as opposed to live there for the foreseeable future and renovate it as necessary? because doing this kind of thing yourself will take alot of time.

as for tools its ideal to buy the best quality because theyl last forever.

also, you probably already know this but youtube has a huge amount of informational videos about pretty much anything you could want, so you can learn how to do specific projects the right way. i did this for faucets and replaced mine, thats actually easy to do.
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Ryobi is legit junk


Fuel or XR series tools only
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Originally Posted By katya422
m'kay. wasn't my idea though.





aren't they a lot more expensive?




because you are in Canada maybe?

I srs wouldn’t even consider that set, and battery powered skil saws are a joke .
Unfortunately,even Dewalt comprises on their kits if you look close . Your not getting their top of the line tools .
As mentioned, buy what you need separately
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Originally Posted By HayZues
Only thing that matters is battery life and warranty length (not some bs extended you have to buy. )


18v seems weak tbh.
someone posted in a review that using a higher capacity battery made the saw work better, but i'm not sue how.
Originally Posted By propreffered7
possibly. i bet that ryobi could get the job done im just saying they're not the highest quality

my opinion of the brands is makita is the most consistent and has the largest line (other tools you could use batteries for). generally the best batteries too

milwaukee has the most powerful motors but don't last as long and battery life is worse

dewalt fluctuates with certain tools being better than others but also has a large line
thank you. would you look for second hand makita over new ryobi though?
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post 1623824921 11-27-2020, 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted By katya422
someone posted in a review that using a higher capacity battery made the saw work better, but i'm not sue how.



thank you. would you look for second hand makita over new ryobi though?
hmmm.. ive never bought second hand tools. prob not because i wouldn't know how the tool was used
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No but seriously, Ryobi is totally fine for this scenario.

They aren’t even that ghetto rather the main brands are overpriced
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something i only use a few times I will buy cheap harbor frieght chit.

If its something you use a lot buy the higher quality.

Also depends on the tool. Say something like wire strippers, the cheapo ones are chit and wont work right. But something like a mallot, why would i buy a luxury mallot, its pretty simple right.


also would rather have wired for everything except battery powered drills are obviously very convenient. But if you want some tools for life that you will only use every 5 years, prob better its wired. I dont see the reason to have battery powered saws, those are for tradies that use them every day and have back up wired saws too. BRB in 10 years trying to find a battery online for your discontinued saw, that is too much hassle.
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Let's be real here. If you're going to buy tools and use them (which you're not) you might aswell buy cheap ass tools from harborfrieght buying quality power tools will run you a pretty penny and if you do use them then they will never get touched again LMAO
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I actually hanged some window blinds the other day and the Ryobi Drill/Driver set for $99 (with 2 battery packs and a charger) helped me get it done.
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Originally Posted By katya422
someone posted in a review that using a higher capacity battery made the saw work better, but i'm not sue how.



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Higher voltage = higher wattage at same amperage. Higher wattage = higher rpm. Rpm = cutting effectiveness of a saw. Especially with a more aggressive blade.



That kit isn't a good one per say, but it is a good price for it.


Id also throw out that tool rental is very cheap. So the few jobs you're going to need a saw for, rent one for $15. Invest in higher quality batteries for things such as impacts and drivers.
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Originally Posted By dizzin9
I actually hanged some window blinds the other day and the Ryobi Drill/Driver set for $99 (with 2 battery packs and a charger) helped me get it done.
You could have bought a driver set for $100 from Milwaukee or dewalt for that price
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Originally Posted By Battlefury
Don't buy a set only buy the things that you are going to use, you won't be using the whole set.
This right here


Big user of Ryobi, solid brand for home owners and their battery system it second to none. Get a supercharger if you go all in on the One Plus 18v line.
Originally Posted By dizzin9
I actually hanged some window blinds the other day and the Ryobi Drill/Driver set for $99 (with 2 battery packs and a charger) helped me get it done.
pretty sure Ryobi is a Home Depot specific brand or did they change that?
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I have all Ryobi stuff and a 6 battery charger.

They were great for everything I do from house repairs to working on cars.

have used them for over 19years and they still work with the newer batteries.

A professional would have a different opinion.

I am asking for more of them for Xmas.
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