@@wesleeysutton5935 I simply can’t hold the M18 gen 4 drill very long comfortably. It has something to do with the cant of the handle, I think, because it’s a little forward heavy. Even my TTI rep agrees with that. I have tendinitis in my right elbow, and the M18 drill aggravates it every time I hold it for more than a couple of minutes. Ironically, the Flex doesn’t bother my elbow, even though it’s heavier. The balance is good for me.
I bought the m18 half inch and barley use it on my car but luckily I work on semi trucks so I use it for that now, but that m12 is a beast for diy at home car repair nothing is better 🥹
Use this everyday on the job. Im an auto body tech at a big dealership. This m12 has rarely ever failed me on many bolts on everyday repairs. One of my better buys!
One of the reasons I'm a big Milwaukee fan and user of them. We use them all day and night at my job assembly and installing internals on wind turbines. There's a variety of sizes of bolts /nuts from 8s all the way up to 24s. We take care of our stuff and I honestly have had only 1 break and it was one that wasn't taken very good care of by another guy at work. Absolutely love them.
The m12 stubby was my first ever power tool from switching from air. I was so surprised on how it performed for the price and weight. That’s the tool that turned me onto their brand. I actually used it last night to work on my LS swap 😅. Been reliable and never missed a beat since 2018.
What sold me on the 18v 3/8 Milwaukee is it fit and took out a power stroke 7.3 crank bolt in two uga duggas sold me instantly cause it dod a amazing job. Love it its one of my daily favorites
Absolutely impressive. I however have cheap Ryobi tools for DIY stuff at home. Its never failed me. Id love a Milwaukee setup in the future or if im running a shop
@ExcuseMyFr3nch because dewalt is shit unless you get the XRs and even then, you're getting the same performance of a none fuel m18. All my friends have dewalt because they say as you, yet they've had to replace theirs at least once now, after only 2 years and I can still drive and take out screws and bolts quicker than their XRs. I don't even have a Fuel version.
The ryobi stuff is pretty good. For DIY it's perfect. I had a few guys in our shop use it, and while it's not as powerful as snapon or milwaukee, it seemed to last well and do 90 % of the work for 10% of the money.
I have that same gun. I use it all the time. I actually bought it for exactly what you are doing in this video. It's so compact and light. I also use the swivel sockets with it. Nice combination for tight areas.
I agree it’s a great tool and definitely one of my most used, but I’ll usually grab a pneumatic stubby 3/8 for brake work because half the time the bolts are tightened to 300-500ft/lbs
Facts they must not work on a lot of older, rusted cars that have bolts tighter than a mf but tbr I mainly use my 1/2 Milwaukee impact unless it doesn’t fit , then I use my mountain wrenches but even with those there’s times they are tight as fuck even just being as small as 13/14s
Notice how he couldn't respond to you other than with a clown face. In my younger years I was part of a team whose sole job was to find the best mechanics in the country. The best guys came from the rust belt states. States like Maine/Vermont were crazy good. If you’ve never dealt with rust on a DAILY BASIS, you’ll simply never gain the experience and skill to be part of the best. Rust requires a completely new skill set.
@@gk7588ima call bullshit because the only thing you need for rust is heat. Anyone who works in the industry knows that. There isn’t nothing special. Let me guess you traveled far and wide to assemble the “ car avengers” on behalf of S.H.I.E.L.D to save the planet …stfu😂
And with a socket that costs almost half as much as the impact lol. Milwaukee impacts are a game changer that’s for sure. Especially the M12. I absolutely LOVE mine.
M12 drill and impact wrench are amazing too, looks like you’re in a rust/salt free zone ,bless your heart !greetings from the road salt belt of eastern Ontario, Canada 😀
@@jtcindahaus not really. I use a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter and use my 1/2" drive sockets all of the time. Break lug nuts all day long with it. Very impressive.
Gah dang the power these electric jobs can put out now. I remember full sending with 100-200psi line preasure, 1/2 hose, 1/2 huge air gun to knock stuff like that loose just giving it all the uga dugas lmao. That thing is tiny and can fit in their without much, if any, headache at all!
I agree the 12 and 18 seem to be the same power. I just use the 18 because I've seen more 12 batteries break than 18s. Its also easier when all your drills and impacts use the same batteries.
Universal constant. Mechanics will always use the 2.5” wide arm of the rack as a parts and tool holder even if they have a perfectly good, clean, declutterred, and wide open service cart within arms reach…
I have this impact. The M12 stuff is just a bit slower and less powerful than the m18. BUT I’ll take the M12 over the M18 every day tool for tool. I usually have to carry tools around all day and the weight difference over the course of 10-12 hours is HUGE! I do keep a bunch of backup batteries in my tool bags though.
I use a Dewalt impact driver with a 3/8 adapter, just break bolts loose with ratchet then zip all bolts off, does well with 90% of jobs until I need to bring out the bigger impact.
Agree 100%! Same with the ratchets, just skip them since they have no TQ and grab the stubby or go straight to the high TQ. I skipped the mid tq stuff.
Last time I tried with GMC truck. It won’t do. I used a piece pipe and weight of the truck to take them lose. I think m12 will be too stressed for the heavy duty bolt.
The point of it Is to cut out you needing the second bigger tool. For it to be nice and compact like the m12 and get both the smaller and bigger jobs done without having to switch tools😊
I love my 12v Makita Sub compacts they obviously don’t compare to the M12 but it’s mighty has went through brick with tapcons. hang plenty of TVs , etc for low voltage work but I love my M18 & Atomic 20v too
I personally need the m18 line bc all I work on is basically 3/4 ton trucks that are rusty and crusty so I need that increased power but it’s cool to see that the m12 line still has some ass behind it
i work at a salvage yard and my go to grab is the stubby and the high torque half inch, the half inch i mainly use on suspension and and bigger bolts obviously. the stubby does all the rest of my dirty work
I use my m12 1/2” for all sorts of jobs, up to 15/16 bolts, and it performs beautifully. And if she can’t do it I pull out the 2767 and get that bolt out one way or another.
They are pretty awesome, but the DCF923 can make more power in a very similar package for the same money, so I was gonna buy a stubby, but I didn't when that came out.
@@Enrightauto I don't know what that has to do with anything. I use lots of DeWalt 20V tools working on cars. You can get the Atomic with 3/8" and 1/2" anvils.
Why I bought 3/8" over a stubby 1/2" is the socket size is waaaay to bulky in 1/2" drive sockets. Clearance issues with 1/2" drive sockets!!! Place a 18mm 3/8" swivel impact beside a 1/2" equivalent.
thank you for that brother I'm looking into a 3/8s anvil rattle gun and this takes the cake my 1/2 inch rattle gun m18 2767 has been a beast and too big for small stuff I wish you the best thank you
Honestly i use a harbor freight mini earthquake for that kinda job. Really small, enough power for caliper bolts and most suspension stuff and it was pretty cheap air gun. But someday I'll pony up and get into the Milwaukee line up but man it ain't cheap
I have all Milwaukee m12. And I agree with you. Unless you are building a deck there’s no need for a heavy bulky ass m18. I work on rv’s and they work great. Also I can test and run 12v systems off my battery
Yea I’ll just stick to using a cheap ingersoll pneumatic that will take the bolt off in 2 seconds flat than to kill my electric motor and battery lol… m18 tools are really the only things I see as a mechanic that perform long and well. Although, I love my m12 ratchet and whiz wheel!
I personally just use the 18v 3/8 with snapon wobbles for that job its quicker than that and I'm in the rust belt so sometimes I still have to break them loose first
I’m a commercial electrician and I love my m12. Guys ask why not m18, because the m12 impact can do 99% of the work I do, cheaper and can slip it on my pocket no issue
I love all Milwaukee tools, but the m12 batteries don’t last long, and they go bad quick. Doesn’t happen to everyone but it happens to a lot of guys in my trade.
I’m still using the original m12 batteries that came with some of the first m12 stuff I bought. A coworker of mine has been through a bunch of batteries but seeing how he treats his stuff it’s no surprise.
The power of the M12 line never ceases to amaze me.
12 is hot trash once your used to the 18 lineup
@@wesleeysutton5935 Maybe, but the 12 still beats the 18 by some other brands.
Me neither owned one for 3 months now and its done some gnarly stuff the 40v makita can conquer
@@user-gu2vk4yt2e The 49v Makita is just way too expensive for me.
@@wesleeysutton5935 I simply can’t hold the M18 gen 4 drill very long comfortably.
It has something to do with the cant of the handle, I think, because it’s a little forward heavy. Even my TTI rep agrees with that. I have tendinitis in my right elbow, and the M18 drill aggravates it every time I hold it for more than a couple of minutes.
Ironically, the Flex doesn’t bother my elbow, even though it’s heavier. The balance is good for me.
I use this everyday. Best money I’ve ever spent.
Agreed
I bought the m18 half inch and barley use it on my car but luckily I work on semi trucks so I use it for that now, but that m12 is a beast for diy at home car repair nothing is better 🥹
@@Enrightautowhere did you get the sockets from?
@@user-du4rp9ex1l snap on
@@Enrightautohow much was it ?
Use this everyday on the job. Im an auto body tech at a big dealership. This m12 has rarely ever failed me on many bolts on everyday repairs. One of my better buys!
One of the reasons I'm a big Milwaukee fan and user of them. We use them all day and night at my job assembly and installing internals on wind turbines. There's a variety of sizes of bolts /nuts from 8s all the way up to 24s. We take care of our stuff and I honestly have had only 1 break and it was one that wasn't taken very good care of by another guy at work. Absolutely love them.
I can smell the loctite being heated up by the friction lol
Lol
Foot cheese
Getting absolute bullied
Except it’s odourless
M18 mid torque would of taken that off in a few seconds. It's one of my favorite tools. I use the m12 stubby a lot though in tight areas.
An extra 30 seconds isn’t going to make or break anything, which if you understood the context of the video you would understand.
When you are working flat rate. You want every advantage to save time as possible.
@fallenhero99 work smarter not harder.
@@11onejayexactly. Work smarter. There’s more applications to use the stubby. It has the dang near same breakaway torque. Do some research
That thing sounded and looked like it was struggling I wouldn't trust it to last years like that
The m12 stubby was my first ever power tool from switching from air. I was so surprised on how it performed for the price and weight. That’s the tool that turned me onto their brand. I actually used it last night to work on my LS swap 😅. Been reliable and never missed a beat since 2018.
What sold me on the 18v 3/8 Milwaukee is it fit and took out a power stroke 7.3 crank bolt in two uga duggas sold me instantly cause it dod a amazing job. Love it its one of my daily favorites
M12 fuel is a small and mighty line of tools. Great video!
Amazing the power of that little impact! Love them!
Absolutely impressive. I however have cheap Ryobi tools for DIY stuff at home. Its never failed me. Id love a Milwaukee setup in the future or if im running a shop
Dont waste ya money go dewalt cheaper and better why settle for 18v when you can have 20v for less money
@ExcuseMyFr3nch because dewalt is shit unless you get the XRs and even then, you're getting the same performance of a none fuel m18. All my friends have dewalt because they say as you, yet they've had to replace theirs at least once now, after only 2 years and I can still drive and take out screws and bolts quicker than their XRs. I don't even have a Fuel version.
The ryobi stuff is pretty good. For DIY it's perfect. I had a few guys in our shop use it, and while it's not as powerful as snapon or milwaukee, it seemed to last well and do 90 % of the work for 10% of the money.
@@iainball2023it's pretty good if you just need something to start or use at home.
Maybe as a back up.
@@Christopher._M agreed 👍
I use a m12 1/2” stubby as a diesel mechanic. It is the greatest tool I’ve ever needed. I hardly ever had to break out my large impact
Same
Sold!
I bought the 3/8, any reason I should buy the 1/2?
@@jtcindahaus I love having both myself but I’m sure you can survive without both
@@Enrightauto both have the same torque and power, I have a 1/2 impact attachment for 3/8, have only struggled with a few lug nuts with the 3/8
Used to do it by hand with a ratchet. Sorry those type impacts weren't available back in the day. Good ole breaker bar is what we used.
Right angle 3/8 m12 impact is a game changer
The impact ratchet is the game changer
Rigid destroys it🥱
@@christopherolivera1391 you'd hope so with an 18-volt tool versus a 12-volt tool
Use it on every ford 3v spark plug replacement job... Heat the engine, spray a lil lube in the plug wells & blast em' out. Never broke a plug!
I have that same gun. I use it all the time. I actually bought it for exactly what you are doing in this video. It's so compact and light. I also use the swivel sockets with it. Nice combination for tight areas.
I've had the 3/8 version for over 2 years now. Seems to do 90% of small auto work. I got an impact adapter up to 1/2, works great.
I agree it’s a great tool and definitely one of my most used, but I’ll usually grab a pneumatic stubby 3/8 for brake work because half the time the bolts are tightened to 300-500ft/lbs
Facts they must not work on a lot of older, rusted cars that have bolts tighter than a mf but tbr I mainly use my 1/2 Milwaukee impact unless it doesn’t fit , then I use my mountain wrenches but even with those there’s times they are tight as fuck even just being as small as 13/14s
With the 6ah high output, that 1/2 m12 stubby is a beast. Love mine
Agreed
I've found that for most jobs, if the m12 stubby won't handle it, might as well go grab the high torque.
That’s exactly what I do
Wow that's good. I remember having to use wd40 and a large breaker bar to get those bolts off
i still do .. 😭
@@ajkimble139😔😣me too
This depends on where you drive the vehicle.
@@arthurr8670 how so
By whatever the government decides to put on the road to melt the snow and ice, and also destroy the metal.
Well no wonder, i hardly see any rust anywhere.
🤡
Notice how he couldn't respond to you other than with a clown face. In my younger years I was part of a team whose sole job was to find the best mechanics in the country. The best guys came from the rust belt states. States like Maine/Vermont were crazy good. If you’ve never dealt with rust on a DAILY BASIS, you’ll simply never gain the experience and skill to be part of the best. Rust requires a completely new skill set.
@@gk7588 I responded with a clown face because it’s a stupid comment. I’m in the rust belt. So again 🤡
@@gk7588ima call bullshit because the only thing you need for rust is heat. Anyone who works in the industry knows that. There isn’t nothing special. Let me guess you traveled far and wide to assemble the “ car avengers” on behalf of S.H.I.E.L.D to save the planet …stfu😂
@@Enrightautowhat state
I had to do one of my wheel hub assemblies and dear lord were those bolts a pain to get out. That's truly impressive
I love using this little guy for everything. I have the 3/8 version, and I use it for bracket bolts, suspension, and tires. It's a funky little fella.
The M18 mid torque is pretty compact and will zip those bolts out with absolute ease. Especially with a 6.0 high output or 6.0 forge battery.
Have the same one...I'm always impressed with the power.
That’s how I feel about my M12 3/8 Left Angle impact wratchet. I still love the tool but rarely use it.
I prefer the right angle 😏
And with a socket that costs almost half as much as the impact lol. Milwaukee impacts are a game changer that’s for sure. Especially the M12. I absolutely LOVE mine.
M12 drill and impact wrench are amazing too, looks like you’re in a rust/salt free zone ,bless your heart !greetings from the road salt belt of eastern Ontario, Canada 😀
I like how Milwaukee blends into the drawer full of snap-ons
Red and black tools baby
That yellow Loctite GM uses on caliper bracket bolts is no joke!
No doubt!
Real talk… have to use a jack handle over the wrench for a little persuasion. Before I invested in an XR 1/2 dewalt
That little stubby 3/8 is awesome! It has become my go-to tool ever since I got it!
Any reason to buy the 1/2?
@@jtcindahaus not really. I use a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter and use my 1/2" drive sockets all of the time.
Break lug nuts all day long with it. Very impressive.
Ok, but up here in MN where the frames of vehicles are always rust colored and rotted to shit, the M18 works wonders and that M12 wouldn't do much.
Gah dang the power these electric jobs can put out now. I remember full sending with 100-200psi line preasure, 1/2 hose, 1/2 huge air gun to knock stuff like that loose just giving it all the uga dugas lmao. That thing is tiny and can fit in their without much, if any, headache at all!
You're not Lieing lol. I've had to give my old Ingersoll Rand all the uga dugas replacing suspension parts on HD trucks
I agree the 12 and 18 seem to be the same power. I just use the 18 because I've seen more 12 batteries break than 18s. Its also easier when all your drills and impacts use the same batteries.
I absolutely love my m12 3/8. Can do damn near everything I need until I need that high torque along with cuss words
I have the 3/8 m12 stubby and it’s done everything I’ve needed it to do so far. Very capable little machine
Theyre a beast with the ho 5.0, there are times it doesnt hack it but for real, the m12 handles the vast majority of the work i do
Universal constant. Mechanics will always use the 2.5” wide arm of the rack as a parts and tool holder even if they have a perfectly good, clean, declutterred, and wide open service cart within arms reach…
I have this impact. The M12 stuff is just a bit slower and less powerful than the m18. BUT I’ll take the M12 over the M18 every day tool for tool. I usually have to carry tools around all day and the weight difference over the course of 10-12 hours is HUGE! I do keep a bunch of backup batteries in my tool bags though.
I'm a commercial plumber and I use the 12v stubby impact because I just don't need the 18..12 does everything in a much smaller lighter package.
I love seeing people that take care of their tools
👏👏👏
Milwaukee proves they are the best power tools on the market everyday
I use a Dewalt impact driver with a 3/8 adapter, just break bolts loose with ratchet then zip all bolts off, does well with 90% of jobs until I need to bring out the bigger impact.
Agree 100%! Same with the ratchets, just skip them since they have no TQ and grab the stubby or go straight to the high TQ. I skipped the mid tq stuff.
You are correct. I believe the 3/8 is for guys like me who do handyman repairs.the half inch would tear shit up
It just hooks on the pocket so good, if ur doing light duty, little 2.0 battery, things light as a feather
I agree, the little one is powerful. But sometimes you need the power of the big daddy
Last time I tried with GMC truck. It won’t do. I used a piece pipe and weight of the truck to take them lose. I think m12 will be too stressed for the heavy duty bolt.
My m12 hammer drill can chew through concrete just a well as the 60volt dewalt I love that thing
The point of it Is to cut out you needing the second bigger tool.
For it to be nice and compact like the m12 and get both the smaller and bigger jobs done without having to switch tools😊
I bought one a couple of years ago. I have to say, its awesome. And im a snapon fanboy.
Thats outstanding. I had the big boy 1/2" gun doing the same job. Had to use wobble extension to get in there.
I upgraded from the m12 stubby to the m18 gen 3 3/8” mid torque. What a massive difference! The compact is no good but this thing is a monster!
Got a 6.0 battery never used from a friend for 30$ and man does it make a difference
Odd thing the 3/8 though a dyno makes more power than the 1/2 inch ....I love this tool
Bought one 6 years ago. Haven’t had another impact gun since
A 3/8 impact is necessary when working flat rate
No shit sherlock 😂... he has a 3/8, he just don't need a mid torque 3/8 (18v) because the stubby 12v is plenty powerful.
He has a 3/8 just not 18v
Maaan that thing runs good with the bigger battery.. time for a early Christmas present to myself lol
I love my 12v Makita Sub compacts they obviously don’t compare to the M12 but it’s mighty has went through brick with tapcons. hang plenty of TVs , etc for low voltage work but I love my M18 & Atomic 20v too
Fantastic tool😊
I use that all the time. It’s awesome. Fits every where
Yea they are great for sure
M12 is amazing seriously.
I personally need the m18 line bc all I work on is basically 3/4 ton trucks that are rusty and crusty so I need that increased power but it’s cool to see that the m12 line still has some ass behind it
I bought one of these, couldn't even break the lug nuts loose on my '93 GMC diesel. Returned it.
🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
I have both 3/8 m12 and 3/8 m18. Got killer deal. But prefer the M12 for being able to fit in tight spaces. The M18 has the exact smae power
I agree but I never finish a job without having to grab the bigger impact for at least 1 bolt
You guys are the best reviews 💀💀💀 made me wanna get one now
i work at a salvage yard and my go to grab is the stubby and the high torque half inch, the half inch i mainly use on suspension and and bigger bolts obviously. the stubby does all the rest of my dirty work
I use my m12 1/2” for all sorts of jobs, up to 15/16 bolts, and it performs beautifully. And if she can’t do it I pull out the 2767 and get that bolt out one way or another.
Both 3/8" & 1/2" stubby are 339nm in Europe, the 3/8" sockets and accessories are more compact and better suited for working on cars in my opinion 😊
That m12 stubby is a beast.
They are pretty awesome, but the DCF923 can make more power in a very similar package for the same money, so I was gonna buy a stubby, but I didn't when that came out.
Yes but we aren’t building houses
@@Enrightauto I don't know what that has to do with anything. I use lots of DeWalt 20V tools working on cars. You can get the Atomic with 3/8" and 1/2" anvils.
@@802Garage it’s a joke relax
@@Enrightauto I'm relaxed haha just discussing. 😁 Always hard to know tone in internet comments.
@@Enrightauto Also didn't realize it was you who posted the video at first. 😂
Definitely worth every penny
That’s the best impact gun available with great power to weight and size ratio
As a DIY this and an m12 electric ratchet are the only power tools I have so far
Handy for when you are out on the road or parking lot, but pneumatics still beat electrics hands- down.
I love electric tools but air impacts for stuff like that is still my go too in the shop
Why I bought 3/8" over a stubby 1/2" is the socket size is waaaay to bulky in 1/2" drive sockets. Clearance issues with 1/2" drive sockets!!! Place a 18mm 3/8" swivel impact beside a 1/2" equivalent.
I agree. I have 3/8 m12, had the m18 1/2 stubby, but I liked the size of the m12 much more.
Thanks for the video man
thank you for that brother I'm looking into a 3/8s anvil rattle gun and this takes the cake my 1/2 inch rattle gun m18 2767 has been a beast and too big for small stuff I wish you the best thank you
Been using these to take caliper bolts off. But its usually the only reason to use that
Maketa World 🌎 Baby! Cmon let's get it!
Honestly i use a harbor freight mini earthquake for that kinda job. Really small, enough power for caliper bolts and most suspension stuff and it was pretty cheap air gun. But someday I'll pony up and get into the Milwaukee line up but man it ain't cheap
as you can see, it runs through the battery life and takes 10x longer to get the bolt out vs the m18 1/2 in
Best Milwaukee I own. Use it daily and never let me down.
My go to as a DIY-er. Also no clue why anybody would buy the 3/8 impact
i think 3/8s is more for people that work on a car..and 1/2 if you work on trucks or anything with bigger bolts 19mm+..
I'm seeing it but I can't believe it. I always use half inch impact to take those off. Using 3/8 is just asking to make another trip to the toolbox.
🤷🏻♂️ works fine. A little slow on the gm bolts but gets them
My job we mainly use the 1/2 high torque m18 and when that doesn’t work you get the 3/4 or 1 inch air
I have all Milwaukee m12. And I agree with you. Unless you are building a deck there’s no need for a heavy bulky ass m18. I work on rv’s and they work great. Also I can test and run 12v systems off my battery
Yea I’ll just stick to using a cheap ingersoll pneumatic that will take the bolt off in 2 seconds flat than to kill my electric motor and battery lol… m18 tools are really the only things I see as a mechanic that perform long and well. Although, I love my m12 ratchet and whiz wheel!
Damn, this video says slot thank you for sharing. I need that in my lofe
I personally just use the 18v 3/8 with snapon wobbles for that job its quicker than that and I'm in the rust belt so sometimes I still have to break them loose first
I’m a commercial electrician and I love my m12. Guys ask why not m18, because the m12 impact can do 99% of the work I do, cheaper and can slip it on my pocket no issue
100%
I also believe the quality and weight of sockets will have a difference too maybe it’s negligible im a dyer
Light heat. We've seen the threads come out in the rust belt because of factory locktight.
I can think of many reasons to use that gun!
Makes life a lot easier
M18 3/8 mid torque is a bad bitch for when the stubby cant get it
I love all Milwaukee tools, but the m12 batteries don’t last long, and they go bad quick. Doesn’t happen to everyone but it happens to a lot of guys in my trade.
Fake m12 batteries are everywhere. The smaller ones might go bad in only a few years but they are still good quality
I’m still using the original m12 batteries that came with some of the first m12 stuff I bought. A coworker of mine has been through a bunch of batteries but seeing how he treats his stuff it’s no surprise.
What’s your trade
@@danielskrskr inside wireman
Oh wow I need that. But the 3,8 is so powerful though