I got two on the Ryobi Days deal and it works great. I’ve been doing a whole house renovation and replacing all the interior and exterior caulk. This thing is a game changer.
We have one of these and will never go without it! It’s awesome. Does take a little bit to get used to the feel of it. But man! Once you get it, it’s awesome!
I have an RSI, so using the hand held gun is (literally) a pain for me. I bought this gun to redo our shower, base of toilet, washbasin stand and basin itself. Excellent tool, and only needed to keep speed on low. I've also used it to lay down grab adhesive on the joists in the loft to stick 4x2 to install loft flooring. Thanks to this tool, I didn't need to pay someone to do these jobs. Its a bit bulky so getting into tight spaces is tricky. I recommend the Cramer adjustable nozzles from amazon, and the Cramer silicone finishing tool kit to go with this to give a very professional finish.
I have one. It's been with me for 3 years. I also have the Milwaukee. They both nice but I prefer the ryobi. Because the rod is easy to push back and forth. On the Milwaukee is a hassle. I use both. I work as a roofer on concrete roofs. Salute from the Caribbean, PUERTO RICO U.S.A 😁😁😁
I bought this tool when I was repairing my bathroom shower. I suck at caulking normally, but this tool made me look like a pro. It also for use with sealers and construction adhesives and roofing / flashing tar type adhesives
I just installed a Flexstone shower enclosure. You have to put a hershey's kiss pile of adhesive caulk every few inches either on the wall the panels go on or on the back of the three panels. Made my job so easy. I had it on high setting and made short work of the caulking. I DID have a user error and didn't punch one of the seals through before use. Made a mess inside the thing.. but I learned how to take it apart and clean it out after the caulk had mostly dried. Easy, peasey. I like the fact it can be disassembled and cleaned. On another video, someone said it doesn't retract, so it isn't dripless. Maybe that was an older model as mine did. Each time I would release the trigger, the motor backed the rod up a bit. Still for small beads, I used the manual as even the slowest setting you have to go pretty quick to get a very small bead and I'm not that good with the Ryobi...yet. Get a lot more caulking to do though 😁
I have all dewalt and milwaukee tools. I bought this and the ryobi/dewalt battery adapter. Best $50 I ever spent. I also have the ryobi air cannon cordless fan. And that us way better than the dewalt cordless fans.
I bought mine a few months ago and have been using it to seal 30 min fire walls. Great for the hard to reach areas and makes life easier when I'm using the thick fire mastic. Yes, the size can make it difficult to get in some areas but even a normal hand silicone gun would struggle in those areas. Would definitely recommend getting it if uv thought about it.
Anytime I do sheetrock and everything's all spackled I like to take my caulking gun and caulk all the inner corners before painting it's because it get it that extra clean finish but I like to do the ceiling coincide then usually I'll take my finger smoothing out that bead and also get a bucket with a sponge to also clean up some of the caulking mess Legion really nice job after you paint
I been using it for months now... Yes it took some effort to become use to it and yes is stupid big. But it help me do my job faster. My coworker love it so much that he went and got one for himself but he got the Ridgid one instead. The Ridgid one is alot smaller...
I have this and a pneumatic version (not Ryobi). This one is considerably more convenient and consistent. The pneumatic one is considerably easier to clean up. If you have tube explode out the rear seals, the Ryobi is a huge PITA to clean.
Good video. I bought one and think it’s just so-so. One tip is to MAKE SURE the hole at the tip is big enough to allow a bigger flow of whatever you’re applying if you intend to use the “high flow” setting or it will make a big mess on the plunger. (I did this with a tube of silicone and was a pain to clean off)
Excellent job emphasizing the "L" in "cauLk." I don't think I could read this script without busting out laughing every 5 seconds. "Now you can have more control over your caulk, and you don't have to worry about making a mess everywhere." You knew what you were saying.
I have it and for some jobs I will still go with the old manual "gun", because even at the slowest setting it's still a bit too fast for fine/thin lines (like doing the caulking for bathroom panels, bathtubs etc). Wish it had a proportional trigger in addition to the separate speed control (so that the trigger would control from near-zero up to the limit set by the speed control). Other than that it's a good tool, especially as I very easily get tendinitis in my hands from to much "gripping".
I find for smaller beads I have to use the gun like you would a regular caulkingun. Build up pressure and stop motor by letting go just a little on trigger,but hold to keep gun from releasing completely and then start motor again for only a second when you fell you need to. It just takes practice. I have used my gun for 5 years and more than 1000 casings and base boards!
I think for around the house this will be a handy little dude and it's a lot cheaper than the m12 and m18 all my tools are milwaukee but I have a couple of ryobi thing I definitely think iam going to add this little guy to my tool box
I just ordered the royobi weed eater blower combo for $89 from home depot. I’m going to use the blower in the truck on the road to blow out the trailer. It’s really difficult to sweep out a floor with 2 inch grooves front to back.
Have used one for years and it's still working, a couple of things it does get dirty and you have to try to keep it clean, it's a little big when working in tight corners. It would be handy if they could design one with a long hose and an attachment where you could carry the drive on your person.
Make good and sure that if you're using a used caulking tube that it's not plugged when you go to pulling the trigger. That happened while using my Milwaukee and needless to say, with all those lbs pushing on the back of that tube, I had to take my gun apart and spend a good hour cleaning all the caulking out of everything. It was quite the huge mess!
Reading the Home Depot reviews it seems a lot of folks are having trouble with the caulking gun bursting cardboard caulk tubes, plastic ones to a lesser extent. Apparently it is due to the gun exerting so much pressure (500 lbs. according to Ryobi specs). Some folks are recommending you punch several holes in the seal before loading it.
Probably happens when people who don’t use enough caulk don’t cut the hole large enough for the speed they are trying to use. A little hole at high speeds will most likely burst. Same thing can happen with a traditional style gun, hope that helps!
I've got the older blue version. I find it great for gluing, such as liquid nails, where you have a large area to cover. I found it a bit too fast for doing silicone on my bathtub. Cut the hole small if you need a smaller bead. Now, with all that, be sure you poke that hole in the tube before you start. I forgot on one tube of liquid nails, since it's electric, you don't get the same tactile feedback when squeezing. I thought maybe it was a partial tube and wondered why it was taking so long for the glue to come out then I looked, it squeezed out the back of the tube. Took me about an hour to clean the liquid nails out of the motor and all the parts. (Glad it wasn't silicone...) I was able to open it up and get it all clean, though, that's a good thing
What's up brother I've been looking for the Milwaukee caulking. Now forever I cannot find it in the stores but I've seen the Ryobi in stores I really what one for the longest time now especially now the caulking gun that I had is covered in tar because I had two Roofing jobs to do this last two weeks👊🇺🇸
It looks a lot longer than a normal gun, which would make it tricky in tight spots, shame they couldn't off designed it without the rod sticking out the back .
I really like the battery caulk guns. How much different is this from the Milwaukee m12 caulk gun? I only ask because I am not really in the ryobi platform.
Milwaukee uses a plastic arm and Ryobi is metal. There are other differences as well plus the price Ryobi tool only $49 m12 is $149 M18 $229 only available online only
I watched the video carefully but couldn't tell. Does the plunger retract slightly when you release the trigger to prevent caulk from dribbling out? I know the Milwaukee M18 caulk gun retracts the plunger ever so slightly when you release the trigger to immediately stop the flow of caulk.
No the ryobi does not retreat. But the tube pushes it out. So when u start again u just push the rod and your on your way. Not so with the Milwaukee. With the Milwaukee is a big hassle. 😁😁😁 but they both good.
I was curious how it laid a small bead. Like you would use on a tub edge or around fixtures,taps etc.. Ever reviewed the Milwaukee, DeWalt or Makita platform guns. Just curious. On the subject of those silicone tubes. Dam I have a hard time getting them resealed after partial use. I’ve used tape, silicone rubber tips that slide over the ends and the pointed ones that slide in. Nothing more irritating than going back to the tube a few days later and the tube ends are plugged. The pain in the ass ones are the 30 min. Silicone tubes i use. Plug up every time after use.
Hey how goes it , this is a perfect tool to use your battery converter on(from your last video) I want to use a dewalt 20volt batt with this tool. Any idea what/where I can find the converter.
yes, Milwaukee uses a plastic arm and Ryobi is metal. There are other differences as well plus the price Ryobi tool only $49 m12 is $149 M18 $229 only available online only
@Steven Nihipali. Just looking at the specs: Ryobi 18V 500 pounds push force. Has a foil piercing rod. Milwaukee M12 400 pounds push force. Has a foil piercing rod. Milwaukee M18 950 pounds push force. Does NOT have a foil piercing rod. So depending on what you're trying to dispense these can be used not only with caulk but with other sealants and adhesives. Some of those sealants are more difficult to gun like polyurethane sealant. If you've fixed cracks or expansion joints in concrete, you'll know how difficult the polyurethane is to squeeze out a regular caulk gun. Only the Milwaukee M18 seems to have optional carriages for larger quart size or sausage style caulk or adhesive tubes. Hope this helps.
@@stanleymcman9422 Then there's the Ridgid at $79 tool only with 750 pounds of push force. Makita also makes one but it's over $200 as bare tool. Can't find the pounds of force rating easy for the Makita 18V
I got two on the Ryobi Days deal and it works great. I’ve been doing a whole house renovation and replacing all the interior and exterior caulk. This thing is a game changer.
We have one of these and will never go without it! It’s awesome. Does take a little bit to get used to the feel of it. But man! Once you get it, it’s awesome!
Thanks for the feedback tink!!!
I have an RSI, so using the hand held gun is (literally) a pain for me. I bought this gun to redo our shower, base of toilet, washbasin stand and basin itself. Excellent tool, and only needed to keep speed on low. I've also used it to lay down grab adhesive on the joists in the loft to stick 4x2 to install loft flooring. Thanks to this tool, I didn't need to pay someone to do these jobs. Its a bit bulky so getting into tight spaces is tricky. I recommend the Cramer adjustable nozzles from amazon, and the Cramer silicone finishing tool kit to go with this to give a very professional finish.
I'm getting older and this saved me when working with construction adhesive that is very stiff to push out with most guns.
I have one. It's been with me for 3 years. I also have the Milwaukee. They both nice but I prefer the ryobi. Because the rod is easy to push back and forth. On the Milwaukee is a hassle. I use both. I work as a roofer on concrete roofs. Salute from the Caribbean, PUERTO RICO U.S.A 😁😁😁
I bought this tool when I was repairing my bathroom shower. I suck at caulking normally, but this tool made me look like a pro. It also for use with sealers and construction adhesives and roofing / flashing tar type adhesives
I just installed a Flexstone shower enclosure. You have to put a hershey's kiss pile of adhesive caulk every few inches either on the wall the panels go on or on the back of the three panels. Made my job so easy. I had it on high setting and made short work of the caulking. I DID have a user error and didn't punch one of the seals through before use. Made a mess inside the thing.. but I learned how to take it apart and clean it out after the caulk had mostly dried. Easy, peasey. I like the fact it can be disassembled and cleaned. On another video, someone said it doesn't retract, so it isn't dripless. Maybe that was an older model as mine did. Each time I would release the trigger, the motor backed the rod up a bit. Still for small beads, I used the manual as even the slowest setting you have to go pretty quick to get a very small bead and I'm not that good with the Ryobi...yet. Get a lot more caulking to do though 😁
I have mine still 3 years still going strong
this feels a little silly at first but after a few tubes thru this you won't know how you lived without it, simply put this tool awesome!
I have all dewalt and milwaukee tools. I bought this and the ryobi/dewalt battery adapter. Best $50 I ever spent. I also have the ryobi air cannon cordless fan. And that us way better than the dewalt cordless fans.
Awesome bro, thanks for the feedback 👊👊👊
I got one of these when Ryobi was still blue. Had it over 15 years.
I bought mine a few months ago and have been using it to seal 30 min fire walls. Great for the hard to reach areas and makes life easier when I'm using the thick fire mastic. Yes, the size can make it difficult to get in some areas but even a normal hand silicone gun would struggle in those areas. Would definitely recommend getting it if uv thought about it.
My fear is that this will blow out the back of the caulking tube fairly often due to lack of a tactile response
Wow. Great job! Now my dad will finally not have painful wrists when he needs to do some caulking around the house.
Anytime I do sheetrock and everything's all spackled I like to take my caulking gun and caulk all the inner corners before painting it's because it get it that extra clean finish but I like to do the ceiling coincide then usually I'll take my finger smoothing out that bead and also get a bucket with a sponge to also clean up some of the caulking mess Legion really nice job after you paint
I been using it for months now...
Yes it took some effort to become use to it and yes is stupid big. But it help me do my job faster.
My coworker love it so much that he went and got one for himself but he got the Ridgid one instead. The Ridgid one is alot smaller...
Is the Ridgid one better?
You handle that caulk like pro! Great job brother!
Hahaha, tha ks brother lol
You just sold me. I’m going out and getting one of these. I use caulking guns all the time as a Handyman.
I have this and a pneumatic version (not Ryobi). This one is considerably more convenient and consistent. The pneumatic one is considerably easier to clean up. If you have tube explode out the rear seals, the Ryobi is a huge PITA to clean.
Can the Ryobi handle the LARGE caulk?
Hahaha, I believe it can handle large, medium and small caulk
VCG Construction Vince is silly 😜
No. The Milwaukee can.
Yes, it can handle the steady stream of white goo.
Good video. I bought one and think it’s just so-so. One tip is to MAKE SURE the hole at the tip is big enough to allow a bigger flow of whatever you’re applying if you intend to use the “high flow” setting or it will make a big mess on the plunger. (I did this with a tube of silicone and was a pain to clean off)
Excellent job emphasizing the "L" in "cauLk." I don't think I could read this script without busting out laughing every 5 seconds. "Now you can have more control over your caulk, and you don't have to worry about making a mess everywhere."
You knew what you were saying.
Hahahaha🤣 I definitely had to re-do a few clips
I have it and for some jobs I will still go with the old manual "gun", because even at the slowest setting it's still a bit too fast for fine/thin lines (like doing the caulking for bathroom panels, bathtubs etc). Wish it had a proportional trigger in addition to the separate speed control (so that the trigger would control from near-zero up to the limit set by the speed control). Other than that it's a good tool, especially as I very easily get tendinitis in my hands from to much "gripping".
Ifin I were a paint contractor 👌. But for retired residential...Hail to the Naw!!! I’ve Been both. Love my Ryobi Glue Gun though. Irreplaceable!!!
That glue gun is freaking awesome 👊
I love your table cover in the detective's office! lol!
Lol, they use it to help calm down the suspect
@Tool Review Zone Lol!!!!!
Love this I use it a lot on rehabs
very nice no nonsense review . with a bit of comedy. very well done
Thanks Jayne!!!!!
I like the t-shirt with the cut off sleeves I didn't know you where also taking us to the gun show 💪👊🇺🇸
Hahaha
Used the original Ryobi dark blue version of this tool back in the day
I find for smaller beads I have to use the gun like you would a regular caulkingun. Build up pressure and stop motor by letting go just a little on trigger,but hold to keep gun from releasing completely and then start motor again for only a second when you fell you need to. It just takes practice. I have used my gun for 5 years and more than 1000 casings and base boards!
It is awesome I had mines since 2015
I think for around the house this will be a handy little dude and it's a lot cheaper than the m12 and m18 all my tools are milwaukee but I have a couple of ryobi thing I definitely think iam going to add this little guy to my tool box
I just ordered the royobi weed eater blower combo for $89 from home depot. I’m going to use the blower in the truck on the road to blow out the trailer. It’s really difficult to sweep out a floor with 2 inch grooves front to back.
Have used one for years and it's still working, a couple of things it does get dirty and you have to try to keep it clean, it's a little big when working in tight corners. It would be handy if they could design one with a long hose and an attachment where you could carry the drive on your person.
How would that even work? What's going to squeeze the tube?
Make good and sure that if you're using a used caulking tube that it's not plugged when you go to pulling the trigger. That happened while using my Milwaukee and needless to say, with all those lbs pushing on the back of that tube, I had to take my gun apart and spend a good hour cleaning all the caulking out of everything. It was quite the huge mess!
Wonder if they are not punching a hole in the tube before use?
Plus another great thing is it stops coming out when you release the trigger unlike the manual ones. I have the old blue ryobi one.
Milwaukee is now a homeowner brand of tools as well
I love the Ridgid caulking gun
Man, I haven't tried it yet but really want too
@@ToolReviewZone it is awesome! Can't wait for your tool review on it soon.
I'll admit, I had a hard time keeping a straight face during all of the caulk talk! Great review.
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This is a great video! The interrogation was great! 🤣👍👍
Lol, thanks Robert 👊👊
Well done sir 👍 thanks for posting
Reading the Home Depot reviews it seems a lot of folks are having trouble with the caulking gun bursting cardboard caulk tubes, plastic ones to a lesser extent. Apparently it is due to the gun exerting so much pressure (500 lbs. according to Ryobi specs). Some folks are recommending you punch several holes in the seal before loading it.
Thanks for the feedback bro. Glad that didn't happen as it wasn't mine lol
Probably happens when people who don’t use enough caulk don’t cut the hole large enough for the speed they are trying to use. A little hole at high speeds will most likely burst. Same thing can happen with a traditional style gun, hope that helps!
Thanks for the thumbs up reminder! Cool video bud!
This is the TRZ get hammered drinking game game. Take a shot everytime you say "cauuk".
Lmao, take a shot for me brother 👊
Right
RYOBI has some tools that are only available in Australia 🇦🇺 and the UK 🇬🇧. That’s so nice like, Smeesh that like button 👀👉🏼 👍🏽
Thanks for the comment and SMEESH jason!!!!
I want to get the new Ridgid version since I'm already on that platform
Just ordered one.
That acting was on point! 😂😂
Lol
I've got the older blue version. I find it great for gluing, such as liquid nails, where you have a large area to cover.
I found it a bit too fast for doing silicone on my bathtub. Cut the hole small if you need a smaller bead.
Now, with all that, be sure you poke that hole in the tube before you start. I forgot on one tube of liquid nails, since it's electric, you don't get the same tactile feedback when squeezing. I thought maybe it was a partial tube and wondered why it was taking so long for the glue to come out then I looked, it squeezed out the back of the tube. Took me about an hour to clean the liquid nails out of the motor and all the parts. (Glad it wasn't silicone...) I was able to open it up and get it all clean, though, that's a good thing
Thanks for the feedback Charles!!
Works great I have one.
Nice work multitasking bro we were on the phone when you were editing this came out pretty good bro video name is perfect @ToolReviewZone 👌
Thanks brother
Amazing I have one of these
That was funny the inquisition
Looks like a great tool i have the m12 and m18 models love them Clint @ToolReviewZone
HIGH could be used for glue applications for larger panels
I bought it this morning 😝
What's up brother I've been looking for the Milwaukee caulking. Now forever I cannot find it in the stores but I've seen the Ryobi in stores I really what one for the longest time now especially now the caulking gun that I had is covered in tar because I had two Roofing jobs to do this last two weeks👊🇺🇸
I haven't used the Milwaukee, but this is really cool for the price
😂😂 your too funny detective trz
Haha, thanks Joey👊
I could not stop hearing cock lol. “Way too much caulk, LOL”
Haha,
Lmfao at the coppa scene 🤣🤣🤣 clint omg so hilarious @ToolReviewZone
It was intense bro lol
@@ToolReviewZone tell that coppa if he don't got a warrant to get out lmfao
Haha, next time I see that coppa, I'm doing just that bro lol
Only thing I want to know is, does it back off a little when you stop squeezing the trigger?
It looks a lot longer than a normal gun, which would make it tricky in tight spots, shame they couldn't off designed it without the rod sticking out the back .
Haaaaaa haaaa so much caulk talk. Haaa hahaaa. You did this well, no matter what it was gonna be a “tacky” tube.
Hahaha
3:94 that’s what she said 😂I had too
I really like the battery caulk guns. How much different is this from the Milwaukee m12 caulk gun? I only ask because I am not really in the ryobi platform.
Milwaukee uses a plastic arm and Ryobi is metal. There are other differences as well plus the price Ryobi tool only $49 m12 is $149 M18 $229 only available online only
@@stanleymcman9422 thank you, that is some big differences.
@@johnrice9121 yes it is there are others but if you want more info on them to go to there web sites.
Ridgid also have one too. The Ridgid is more smaller...
@@hmong_keeb_kwm yes it seems all brands do it just depends on what battery platform your on or how much you want to pay for it
I watched the video carefully but couldn't tell. Does the plunger retract slightly when you release the trigger to prevent caulk from dribbling out? I know the Milwaukee M18 caulk gun retracts the plunger ever so slightly when you release the trigger to immediately stop the flow of caulk.
Yeah bro, it retracts
No the ryobi does not retreat. But the tube pushes it out. So when u start again u just push the rod and your on your way. Not so with the Milwaukee. With the Milwaukee is a big hassle. 😁😁😁 but they both good.
I need a switch to help with premature caulk
wayyyyy cheaper then dewalt or milwaukee
even wen buying a charger and batterie with this ryobi
seems a great deal
Can this be used in a skilled meticulous application?
I was curious how it laid a small bead. Like you would use on a tub edge or around fixtures,taps etc..
Ever reviewed the Milwaukee, DeWalt or Makita platform guns. Just curious.
On the subject of those silicone tubes. Dam I have a hard time getting them resealed after partial use. I’ve used tape, silicone rubber tips that slide over the ends and the pointed ones that slide in. Nothing more irritating than going back to the tube a few days later and the tube ends are plugged. The pain in the ass ones are the 30 min. Silicone tubes i use. Plug up every time after use.
Yes, but if you are caulking your gun... does it ensure that the contents are uniformly MOIST?
Hahaha, great question! I will most definitely look into this scoped lol
Tool Review Zone yes, a missed opportunity for you. Get on the ball man!!
Did I miss it or does the tool not have a built in cut off port and striker for breaking the seal on tubes?
It has a pin to puncture the tube
Hey how goes it , this is a perfect tool to use your battery converter on(from your last video) I want to use a dewalt 20volt batt with this tool. Any idea what/where I can find the converter.
Yeah, absolutely Mike. I'll see what I can find and send you a link
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AUSOME thanks bro ordered keep up the great work 😜
So many caulk jokes in one video...
Is it compatible with your S(ch)-LONG?
Is there a dewalt battery adapter?
there is one from Dewalt to Ryobi but not vis versa
How does the weight compare to Milwaukee’s M12 caulking gun ?
Ryobi tool only 4.7lbs M12 Tool only 4.5 Lbs M18 Tool only 4.9 lbs
This script is A+ 😂😂
Hahaha, thanks bro👊
Lol lol awesome
Difference between this and the Milwaukee one
yes, Milwaukee uses a plastic arm and Ryobi is metal. There are other differences as well plus the price Ryobi tool only $49 m12 is $149 M18 $229 only available online only
@Steven Nihipali. Just looking at the specs:
Ryobi 18V 500 pounds push force. Has a foil piercing rod.
Milwaukee M12 400 pounds push force. Has a foil piercing rod.
Milwaukee M18 950 pounds push force. Does NOT have a foil piercing rod.
So depending on what you're trying to dispense these can be used not only with caulk but with other sealants and adhesives. Some of those sealants are more difficult to gun like polyurethane sealant. If you've fixed cracks or expansion joints in concrete, you'll know how difficult the polyurethane is to squeeze out a regular caulk gun. Only the Milwaukee M18 seems to have optional carriages for larger quart size or sausage style caulk or adhesive tubes.
Hope this helps.
@@stanleymcman9422 lol, I must've missed that on Milwaukee...glad to see Ryobi coming out with this stuff
@@ccadama thank you for the specs was a lot to write but think 500lbs is more than enough and for the $49 price of the Ryobi it will work thanks again
@@stanleymcman9422 Then there's the Ridgid at $79 tool only with 750 pounds of push force. Makita also makes one but it's over $200 as bare tool. Can't find the pounds of force rating easy for the Makita 18V
The generic blue gun is the WORST carp ever! The frame type is way better. This video showed me I don't really need one. But I stayed for the movie.
I’m backkkkkk
Haha, where'd ya go bro lol
The amount of times you said Caulk you could of made a ton of money just off saying the word @ToolReviewZone
Haha, if only I had a fine for every time bro
@@ToolReviewZone right
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Is this a Drinking game?
I'm sorry but I use a gun everyday. We make fun of the guy with the electric gun who still cant do a smooth bead.