Batteries do make a big difference. 1.5 ah to a 5ah DeWalt makes a big difference. These tools are great but it’s like a tack hammer and sometimes you need a framing hammer. I usually break the lug free and then use the tool it still saves you time and energy. Stubby adapters and most of the nuts and bolts under the hood can still be used with a impact driver. Great video!
Thanks, and agreed. I have an impact wrench that I actually use as my main power tool but this video testing was more for my entertainment and curiosity. And the upgraded name-brand battery was excellent learning for me!
Man I’m surprised it made such a difference! Thanks for the heads up! I’ve got a 6ah no name battery that works OK on my tire inflator, fan, etc but I know it doesn’t last long enough or have the same power on my brushless hammer drill!
I've got the same exact tool boxes you have lol.. love Ryobi tools but I have kobalt XTR and let me tell you they are absolute beasts! But going to get me a set of Ryobi as well thanks for the video!
I watched this vid after failing to get some tight nuts to break. I only had about a half charge. Im going to try with a full charge after seeing this performance. fingers crossed. hopfullt I dont have to get the impact wrench just yet.
Curious what kind of vehicle and how regularly the wheels are removed/changed? I worked on a mini one time that even the larger impact wrench couldn't break free. They must have impacted them on there + corrosion over time. Best of luck!
Old vid i know but enjoyed it a lot. Very well made and helpful 👍 I have a drill, and a pretty weak 3/8 impact wrench. But not a mechanic, so don't mind breaking nuts loose by hand when needed. Im looking to buy an impact driver mainly to cover what the drill driver struggles or cant do. Ive got a couple of those ryobi batterys and a couple m18 batterys. I cant decide which direction to go lol. Do you think a variable speed is a necessary feature? Ryobi RID18C vs RID18X essentialy. Milwaukee's range and model numbers is a bit confusing to me.. if you have any advice or thoughts you could share it would be greatly appreciated !! 👍
Thanks. The video was for my entertainment and fun to do! I do automotive work regularly and, like you, I have Milwaukee and Ryobi batteries so I use both. My first/main go-to power tool is the Ryobi P262 1/2" impact wrench. That's for all lugnuts, drivetrain, suspension, and other bolts for like cross members, etc. I find it generally has the power I need for most situations without being too heavy to lug around and use all the time. then I have a Milwaukee 3/8" stubby impact wrench M12, and Milwaukee 3/8" cordless ratchet. Those are the things I use most. I mix brands mainly because I had many Ryobi batteries that I didn't want to waste, and the cost is more suitable for home DYI. Also, I like the small weight and size of the M12 line of tools and only need more power from a 1/2" impact wrench (generally speaking). If I could do it over and wasn't concerned about price, I would go with Milwaukee only, both M12 and M18! ❤️ the Milwaukee tools. Hope that helps. 🙂
DITO what a difference i am so happy i found this video as i was looking for one that does not break your monthly pay packet - what a difference with the 4ah battery, but more so for you showing us the true value of your skills and knowledge
Awesome video, simple and great tests. Can you add part numbers used in your videos in title, or overlay in video and/or descriptions? Links will be useful too. Thanks!
@@lmsdiy the manual for our Kia Optima states that the wheel lug nut torque should be between 65-79 lb-ft. The lug nuts were over torqued, and the baby impact couldn't handle it. I'm not sure what they were at, but I believe my Ryobi can handle the recommended range. I believe that my Silverado 1500 has to be at 140 lb-ft.
@@mannyu26 if you already have the impact, the battery and the appropriate impact socket, you’re only a $10 quarter inch adapter away from trying it. 🙂 My guess is that it would be enough for your Kia but I think it will have a difficult time trying to remove all 24 lugnuts off the Silverado. That’s just a guess on my part so I’m happy to be proven wrong! 😎
I have a 1/2" P262 impact wrench and a 1/4" impact driver which is the tool in this video. The 1/2" P262 is my go-to. Using this 1/4" impact driver to undo lugnuts was just a fun thing to do. 🙂
Are impact sockets needed for use with impact drivers, the way they are needed for impact wrenches? Is it ok to use my chrome sockets with my 1/4" impact driver?
I think it's a good practice to stick with impact rated sockets for impact drivers or impact wrenches. That's my official response though i lots of people who don't... 🤷🏻♂️🙂
The concept is similar so you probably could, but I personally wouldn't. 1/4" impact drivers take many bits in quick-connect 1/4" hex fashion for turning screws. Impact wrenches have 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and larger square anvils so they accept square fittings like you would find on sockets. If turning screws I would go with an impact driver. If fastening nuts or bolts or large lag bolts, I would go with an impact wrench. Just my opinion...
This tool is rated for 1700 in.lbs, which is about 141 ft.lbs. The thing is... Those manufacturer ratings go a bit out the window in real life and are only really valid in a laboratory.
I actually have an impact wrench and I use torque sticks to tighten them up first and then manually torque them to spec with a torque wrench. Tightening them straight up with an impact driver (or wrench) isn't a recommended practice (to easy to potentially over tighten).
An impact driver isn't made for heavy duty jobs like lug nuts. Will probably wear it out faster or burn out the motor. Better stick with an impact wrench for the bigger jobs.
Hey numbnuts I've used my impact driver over 3 years taking wheels off of vehicles even suspension parts and other s*** and I haven't had no problems so take your irrelevant comment bubba and go stand on a street corner
Agreed if you’re actually using it that frequently. I think if you rarely do this, it’s nice to have the ability for your driver to do this instead of having to manually do it.
who remembers when ryobi actually used to make good heavy duty tools. now a days all the battery operated stuff is made out of plastic and cheap shit from over seas and they fall apart in a month
The cheap shit you’re referring to his legs above what they used to make. I’m OK with it being more plastic than anything, as long as performance has been amped up and it’s surely has. Especially with the new high-performance batteries.
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Hey man, good on you for doing a second try with the Ryobi battery! I really appreciate it and I will most likely get this machine after this. Cheers!
Get the good batteries! 😁 Cheers back! 🍻
Great follow up video! I'm definitely sticking to Ryobi batteries after this.
Couldn't agree more...!
Almost impossible to believe. Thanks for the info. 👍
I appreciate you going out of your way to get the Batteries. Not many would do that.. Great Video!
More toys for power tools makes it all more fun and efficient, lol. No problemmo!
Not many would've even done the first video with off brand batteries in the first place. That's why he has such few subscribers.
I just said this on the previous vid about real batteries. It's a definite difference.
Batteries do make a big difference. 1.5 ah to a 5ah DeWalt makes a big difference.
These tools are great but it’s like a tack hammer and sometimes you need a framing hammer.
I usually break the lug free and then use the tool it still saves you time and energy. Stubby adapters and most of the nuts and bolts under the hood can still be used with a impact driver.
Great video!
Thanks, and agreed. I have an impact wrench that I actually use as my main power tool but this video testing was more for my entertainment and curiosity. And the upgraded name-brand battery was excellent learning for me!
Man I’m surprised it made such a difference! Thanks for the heads up! I’ve got a 6ah no name battery that works OK on my tire inflator, fan, etc but I know it doesn’t last long enough or have the same power on my brushless hammer drill!
I hear ya... I use my generic battery for my LED workbench light or flashlight but stick to OEM for any impact driver/wrench or drill work now!
Ive got the little cheap Ryobi impact drill… 18 volt $100 dollars…brush motor..4 year warranty..lol..takes my wheel nuts of easy…great value tool
thanks i have a ryobi driver, now im going to buy that battery!!!!
I've got the same exact tool boxes you have lol.. love Ryobi tools but I have kobalt XTR and let me tell you they are absolute beasts! But going to get me a set of Ryobi as well thanks for the video!
Thx for the comment. I've heard some great things about Kobalt but never had the privilege to use the brand myself yet. 🙂
I watched this vid after failing to get some tight nuts to break. I only had about a half charge. Im going to try with a full charge after seeing this performance. fingers crossed. hopfullt I dont have to get the impact wrench just yet.
Curious what kind of vehicle and how regularly the wheels are removed/changed? I worked on a mini one time that even the larger impact wrench couldn't break free. They must have impacted them on there + corrosion over time.
Best of luck!
Old vid i know but enjoyed it a lot. Very well made and helpful 👍
I have a drill, and a pretty weak 3/8 impact wrench. But not a mechanic, so don't mind breaking nuts loose by hand when needed. Im looking to buy an impact driver mainly to cover what the drill driver struggles or cant do.
Ive got a couple of those ryobi batterys and a couple m18 batterys. I cant decide which direction to go lol. Do you think a variable speed is a necessary feature?
Ryobi RID18C vs RID18X essentialy. Milwaukee's range and model numbers is a bit confusing to me.. if you have any advice or thoughts you could share it would be greatly appreciated !! 👍
Thanks. The video was for my entertainment and fun to do!
I do automotive work regularly and, like you, I have Milwaukee and Ryobi batteries so I use both. My first/main go-to power tool is the Ryobi P262 1/2" impact wrench. That's for all lugnuts, drivetrain, suspension, and other bolts for like cross members, etc. I find it generally has the power I need for most situations without being too heavy to lug around and use all the time.
then I have a Milwaukee 3/8" stubby impact wrench M12, and Milwaukee 3/8" cordless ratchet. Those are the things I use most. I mix brands mainly because I had many Ryobi batteries that I didn't want to waste, and the cost is more suitable for home DYI. Also, I like the small weight and size of the M12 line of tools and only need more power from a 1/2" impact wrench (generally speaking).
If I could do it over and wasn't concerned about price, I would go with Milwaukee only, both M12 and M18! ❤️ the Milwaukee tools.
Hope that helps. 🙂
DITO what a difference i am so happy i found this video as i was looking for one that does not break your monthly pay packet - what a difference with the 4ah battery, but more so for you showing us the true value of your skills and knowledge
Just a simple guy here (me) sharing his opinion and tool testing. 🙏 I'm very happy that you found it useful! All the best..
i have the same exact setup, on my m550 the wheels are torqued to 101 and it couldnt remove them. gonna buy a p262 now
The P262 is my go-to for all 1/2" socket needs. Overall it's pretty good and does what I need most of the time!
Good work dude!
Well done. Enjoyed the videos.
Awesome, thank you!
Thanks!😊
With the sale right now, ryobi battery is cheaper than generic
Yea trick is to use a super short adaptor and a weighted socket with the bigger ah plus battery..
Excellent advice...! Especially the weighted socket. It matters! 👍
Awesome video, simple and great tests. Can you add part numbers used in your videos in title, or overlay in video and/or descriptions? Links will be useful too. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed the video! I will add model numbers into the description for you. 🙂
Wow, amazing difference!
No doubt! I was so surprised by the results... 🤪
Have you ever tried to replace the batteries in the older batteries
No, not yet. Is it worth it to do?
Good day for Ryobi.
What brand of torque wrench were you using?
Gearwrench 85077 1/2" digital. Tool review video for it here:
ruclips.net/video/xl2rhf-Hdeg/видео.html
What brand adapter bit did you use?
I've been using DeWalt up to this point.
What adapter size ? And is dewalt adapter better then any other brand??
Can i do this with the 2ah batteries? I just bought the 1/2" drill and 1/4" impact combo
How many foot pounds of loosening power do you think you’ll need out of the 2ah battery?
@@lmsdiy the manual for our Kia Optima states that the wheel lug nut torque should be between 65-79 lb-ft. The lug nuts were over torqued, and the baby impact couldn't handle it. I'm not sure what they were at, but I believe my Ryobi can handle the recommended range. I believe that my Silverado 1500 has to be at 140 lb-ft.
@@mannyu26 if you already have the impact, the battery and the appropriate impact socket, you’re only a $10 quarter inch adapter away from trying it. 🙂
My guess is that it would be enough for your Kia but I think it will have a difficult time trying to remove all 24 lugnuts off the Silverado. That’s just a guess on my part so I’m happy to be proven wrong! 😎
You said you had the P262 1/4” but Ryobi has a P262 1/2”. Wouldn’t the 1/2” be best?
I have a 1/2" P262 impact wrench and a 1/4" impact driver which is the tool in this video. The 1/2" P262 is my go-to. Using this 1/4" impact driver to undo lugnuts was just a fun thing to do. 🙂
Can it tighten the bolts all the way to 140 as well?
I haven't tested that myself yet. I could see it end up hitting a peak torque of 140...
Are impact sockets needed for use with impact drivers, the way they are needed for impact wrenches? Is it ok to use my chrome sockets with my 1/4" impact driver?
I think it's a good practice to stick with impact rated sockets for impact drivers or impact wrenches. That's my official response though i lots of people who don't... 🤷🏻♂️🙂
I have seen several of these but I want to see how tight it gets them also.
Ah.. That will have to be a different video... Not the lugnuts on my truck! 😂 ⛔️
@@lmsdiy all good. Just curious if it will get them tight enough or not
can i use that impact wrench as driver also for screws?
The concept is similar so you probably could, but I personally wouldn't. 1/4" impact drivers take many bits in quick-connect 1/4" hex fashion for turning screws. Impact wrenches have 1/4", 3/8", 1/2" and larger square anvils so they accept square fittings like you would find on sockets.
If turning screws I would go with an impact driver. If fastening nuts or bolts or large lag bolts, I would go with an impact wrench.
Just my opinion...
Just don’t use the Ryobi 1/2 socket adapter. I broke 2 of them on something that was only 80 ft/lbs.
Ugh... Good advice! The DeWalt seems to be good quality!
Isn't the tool rated to do like over 180ft lb
This tool is rated for 1700 in.lbs, which is about 141 ft.lbs. The thing is... Those manufacturer ratings go a bit out the window in real life and are only really valid in a laboratory.
Is this the high performance or regular 4ah
It's the lithium+ version 4ah
How about putting the lug nuts back on?
I actually have an impact wrench and I use torque sticks to tighten them up first and then manually torque them to spec with a torque wrench. Tightening them straight up with an impact driver (or wrench) isn't a recommended practice (to easy to potentially over tighten).
What about it John? Would you also like to know how a precision screwdriver performs as a prying/levering tool?
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@@elbertlugrand3157 lol
@@elbertlugrand3157 that's cruel brother... 😭
@@elbertlugrand3157 😂 😂😂
What torque wrench is that?
Gearwrench 85077. I did a review for it here:
ruclips.net/video/xl2rhf-Hdeg/видео.html
Hope that helps.
The generic Amazon batteries are junk. I've learned myself the hard way in my attempt to save a few bucks.
Fully agree. I've learned my lesson now too!
I have same inpact driver and no way it will open 140ft pound on my escalade
No kidding hey? Did you try a bigger aH battery? Or maybe it's poor quality assurance/manufacturing consistency by Ryobi 🤷🏻♂️
@@lmsdiy no I didn't try bigger ah battery. Biggest I have is 2ah. I going to try with bigger battery and let you know what happens
@@faridgadimov5955 either bigger battery or HP variant of battery will do the trick
@Max See I have 4ah hp battery I need to try it with it
Didn’t work for me at 140 lb..
I tried doing my car. My ryobi wouldn't even do 85, 90
Ouch, really? Which model impact driver are you using? And with which battery?
@@lmsdiy I'll have to check, which model are you using?
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@@lmsdiy P238
@@RB-es1vx what?!? Maybe check the setting or the battery you are using. That impact driver should better and more powerful than the one I'm using.
An impact driver isn't made for heavy duty jobs like lug nuts. Will probably wear it out faster or burn out the motor. Better stick with an impact wrench for the bigger jobs.
Hey numbnuts I've used my impact driver over 3 years taking wheels off of vehicles even suspension parts and other s*** and I haven't had no problems so take your irrelevant comment bubba and go stand on a street corner
Agreed if you’re actually using it that frequently. I think if you rarely do this, it’s nice to have the ability for your driver to do this instead of having to manually do it.
who remembers when ryobi actually used to make good heavy duty tools. now a days all the battery operated stuff is made out of plastic and cheap shit from over seas and they fall apart in a month
The cheap shit you’re referring to his legs above what they used to make. I’m OK with it being more plastic than anything, as long as performance has been amped up and it’s surely has. Especially with the new high-performance batteries.