Anyone use Impact Driver for Lug Nut on RV

Oregon_Camper

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While camping a few weeks ago my neighbor had a flat tire and I walked over to see if I could help. He was using an electric (110v) impact driver to remove the lug nuts.

I guess I've been living under a rock...it has never even crossed my mind to have a larger impact driver (than the standard DeWalt one I have) to remove lug nuts. Anyone here do this? It made QUICK work of taking this lug nuts off for sure!!!

Here is the link to Amazon, showing you the one he was using.
 

Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn

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Yes I do. Have for years.
I always use it at home and on the road.
Heck I even lift the rig with Level-up and Zap them off at Les Schwab before they even know I'm there.
I gently us it to put them back on then use the torque wrench to finish it.

They have a new stronger one out now. It's on my list to Santa.
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rdufek

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Yes I do. Have for years.
I always use it at home and on the road.
Heck I even lift the rig with Level-up and Zap them off at Les Schwab before they even know I'm there.
I gently us it to put them back on then use the torque wrench to finish it.

They have a new stronger one out now. It's on my list to Santa.
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I use Milwaukee, and like Jesstalkn use Levelup to raise the rig, torque wrench to snug up at the end. Makes for quick work.
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Oregon_Camper

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They have a new stronger one out now. It's on my list to Santa.

Santa is "asking" me for ideas for me. Please tell me the one you are referring to. I'd much rather have a cordless version, if that works. I feel sooooo giddy that I'm getting a new tool. :cool:
 

JohnDar

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I have a 24V one I bought from AutoZone a couple of years ago. I make sure to charge it up before doing a road trip, trailer or not.


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Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn

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Santa is "asking" me for ideas for me. Please tell me the one you are referring to. I'd much rather have a cordless version, if that works. I feel sooooo giddy that I'm getting a new tool. :cool:
This is the one.

I just order it thanks :)

I like this one with the Anvil pin, you have to use something to stick in the hole of the socket to get it off of the gun. I usually keep the 7/8" socket on it all the time. With this pin it doesn't keep coming off of the gun while you are using it or storing it.
The other model with the hog ring is a lot easier to swap sockets but then you have the falling off issue..
For a smaller multi use gun I'd go with the ring....

Hope this helps



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Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn

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This is the one.

I just order it thanks :)

I like this one with the Anvil pin, you have to use something to stick in the hole of the socket to get it off of the gun. I usually keep the 7/8" socket on it all the time. With this pin it doesn't keep coming off of the gun while you are using it or storing it.
The other model with the hog ring is a lot easier to swap sockets but then you have the falling off issue..
For a smaller multi use gun I'd go with the ring....

Hope this helps



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Just found it on Amazon for $187.00 Tool only

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Oregon_Camper

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Just found it on Amazon for $187.00 Tool only

Nice...

I have 2x 20v batteries already for my Dewalt stuff....wondering if I really NEED the 5 Ah battery? I'm going to start with just the driver and use my existing batteries (20v) vs dropping $92 on a 5 Ah battery. I don't see a reason to carry 3 batteries.
 

Niles

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Cordless is nice, but I just use my air impact with air supplied by my 300hp cat.;)
 

KyleC

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I'm still the lug wrench guy. One tool. Works for tires and stabilizers. I think it spins faster than those camco turners and just don't have the budget to just buy the impact for vacations! Plus it stores better than the regular 4-way. Both of the sockets have dual sides to make it the four-way!

Actually used it last night to tourqe the L brackets on my wdh.

One-day I will find the "need" for the impact!Screenshot_20181208-210429.jpeg





Kyle
 

carl.swoyer

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While camping a few weeks ago my neighbor had a flat tire and I walked over to see if I could help. He was using an electric (110v) impact driver to remove the lug nuts.

I guess I've been living under a rock...it has never even crossed my mind to have a larger impact driver (than the standard DeWalt one I have) to remove lug nuts. Anyone here do this? It made QUICK work of taking this lug nuts off for sure!!!

Here is the link to Amazon, showing you the one he was using.
I recently purchased a new Porter Cable electric impact gun. It works fantastic! Not even a struggle removing the lugs on my Landmark.

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Lou_and_Bette

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My 18 volt 1/2” Ryobi impact driver works very well for me and has for 5+ years...of course, it dosn’t get all that much use.
 

TajMyhaul

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Does the Viair compressor have enough capacity to operate an air driven impact wrench?


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Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn

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No not really
It will for a split second while it uses up the capacity in the hose then you have to wait for it to build pressure again.
If you had a air tank on it it would help but it just cant keep up.
It works a little bit but it's really annoying. That's been my experience anyway.

Jerrod

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carl.swoyer

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No not really
It will for a split second while it uses up the capacity in the hose then you have to wait for it to build pressure again.
If you had a air tank on it it would help but it just cant keep up.
It works a little bit but it's really annoying. That's been my experience anyway.

Jerrod

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Jerrod
I'm looking at the viair 300
It's Max psi is 150.
That being said, is this unit capable of doing the job on the g series tire at 110 psi?
Thanks

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Jesstruckn/Jesstalkn

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Yes I believe it will do the job. I like the 400P-RV but it looks like they are both 150PSI - 2.30 CFM

My opinion would be to get the 400P-RV setup. I had it for a bit before I put the big system in my truck.

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NYSUPstater

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This past spring I bought a Earthquake 1/2" impact from Harbor Freight. Don't recall now how much, but think it was more than the DeWalts posted here. Used it on my son's car @ first, then when going to FL in late July when 1 brake went south on the RV. Like AP said, used the right side of the 6pt level up to raise the coach and zip-zip, all lugs came off. And like AP said, gently used it to re-install them and finished up w/ torque wrench. It's a staple now when traveling. Come to think of it, I have to remember where I put it after I took it out of the coach before storing it.
 
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