Harbor Freight's Bauer 23 Ft. Auto-Feed Drain Cleaner How to remove and replace the cable
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
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Hello thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video!
In this video I am going to show you step by step how to remove your old cable and replace it with a brand new 1/4" 25 foot cable and yes this machine will take a 25 foot cable no problem Ive already used mine multiple times now after changing the cable and it works like a charm. I break down step by step how to take the snake apart and remove the old cable then I go in depth explaining step by step how to install the brand new cable into your Bauer 23 Ft. Auto-Feed Handheld Electric Drain Cleaner.
I will also explain why I feel the Bauer is potentially the best Prosumer snake on the current market vs the Milwaukee 12v and Milwaukee 18v Fuel Drain cleaners and I personally love Milwaukee tools I was recently converted and now im basically a fanboy but I would still consider the Bauer a better machine when it comes to price vs performance and thats basically how I judge all of my tools.
The Bauer is currently only $89.99 and the Milwaukee 12v is $250 which is reasonable and a much better drain cleaner than say the Rigid K30 at basically the same price point my dad uses the Milwaukee and he absolutely loves it when he first got it he called me to tell me he found his new favorite top snake which was funny because I had just bought the Bauer so we did some comparisons and I will say for a cordless drain cleaner the Milwaukee appears to be the absolute gold standard best on the market but when comparing it to the Bauer corded drain cleaner I found it to come in a very close second place and one thing I found kindof strange was when I began looking into the Milwaukee cordless drain cleaners I could not find much difference between the 18v Fuel and the 12v So my advice would be to go with the 12v if you already have mostly 12v Milwaukee tools Its over $100 less and appears to be just as powerful as the 18v Fuel when it comes to comparing the specs but and both the 12v and 18v Fuel are better than the Rigid corded k30 machine. So if you were even considering the rigid because I know rigid has a good reputation as the Plumbers power tool I would kindly stear you towards the Milwaukee 12v and if you dont currently have any Milwaukee 12v tools I recently bought the 12v Fuel impact and hammer drill combo and Man ive never been so impressed with a Powertool they are so well made they feel great in the hand and they seem so powerful for a 12v tool it just blew my mind but hey thats for another video lets stick to drain cleaners today!
Now im not gonna jerk your chain the Bauer is an absolute beast of a machine its awesome in every way as far as a top snake goes and its actually prolonged my decision to buy the Spartan 81 machine which has always been my dream for a 1/4" drain cleaner But is it a professional grade tool for guys doing drains and nothing but drains? probably not but let me elaborate Ive owned the Spartan Drill style top snake And it was a great little machine Its considered a Professional grade top snake and is Built to last years upon years but I would choose the Bauer over it any day of the week and the Bauer is like a quarter of the cost and that brings me to my point on this channel I strive to give you the best most honest information I can as a plumber in the field every day using these tools for years on end Ive gotten to know many of these tools and tool manufacturers inside and out and I will tell you Yes the Spartan drill snake along with many of the other Professional grade drain cleaning companies drill snakes are built much much more sturdy than the Bauer I mean I would be surprised if the Bauer really lasted me a couple years before It started having problems and needed to be replaced I could be wrong but only time will tell however when it needs to be replaced its going to cost no more than its current price point of $89.99 so in 4 years this isnt even considering I buy whatever protection plan Harbor Freight offers but in a worst case scenario If i have to replace it in 2 years that means Ill have still spent less than the 12v Milwaukee. So my point being if you are learning the trade coming up just finished your apprenticeship or are currently and apprentice or even some Journeymen plumbers this is the perfect snake for you because its disposable if it breaks on you its not gonna take a chunk of your paycheck to replace it you dont have to send it away to have it repaired you simply walk into your local Harbor Freight tools grab a box off the shelf and are back in business that very same day. I feel like that alone holds great value because my time is valuable!
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My most favorite drain snake on my van. I have a k45 and I barely use it. I will be replacing my cable for a better one.
Hope it’s still making you money Frank!!
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Thanks for showing it in action! so glad I didn’t just waste 15 minutes Learning how to replace a cable
Thanks for the comment buddy I didnt notice I had this video mislabeled, Theres several other videos on the channel that show it in action if you are still curious. ruclips.net/video/TFOh2bm-C2E/видео.html || ruclips.net/video/TiVw6S14SXo/видео.html || ruclips.net/video/6Et7DBGcuK0/видео.html
Thank you for a very concise, thorugh and informative presentation. Truly helpful.
Thanks for the video. I was overthinking it. I realize the plug in the drum is a drain plug, not a way to attach the cable. Got it for Christmas last year. Am very happy with it.
Worked great for me. Plumber charged me $140 for using the same product. Bought my own and have saved myself plenty of money since my daughters have long hair and always clog the shower drains. Used it this morning and done the job.
I think its an awesome little snake, definitely more than pays for itself with a couple uses!
Bought one of these this week and used it to unclog my basement drain. It took a while and I'm certain I used most of the 23 feet but it did the job, albeit after I kinked the line. I used a pliers to straighten it but I'll probably buy a replacement cable just in case which I'm happy to see costs around $11 at Harbor Freight. For $100 it beat having to call a plumber especially with the covid thing being a pain in the butt to deal with.
Heck yea and I bet you felt good after you got it fixed right? That right there, the satisfaction of doing it yourself alone is worth the $100
How did you end up replacing the cable I can’t get mine in
It’s actually 22 dollars.
Use a torch lighter and the kinks bend right back in place....
I like this drain cleaner also. Harbor Freight Tools has come a long way.
saw this earlier today when searching for a replacement, the design really caught my eye.
I’m about to buy a new one I think. It’s a great machine for the price man
For those replacing the original OEM cable with the 23ft cable from bauer:
Its even easier as you dont even need to open the drum. Just turn the lock collar to unlock, pull cable oit until you see the phillips head connector to the motor cable and unscrew the phillips screw, connect new cable and hand tight the connector screw until it is flush. Then hand feed or electric retract feed the cable in the drum. Then you are done.
Great video ! I really wish you would have shown the disassembly and assembly of the auto retract mechanism !
Man this thing is a beast it tears everything in its way and so easy to use. Last year I rented a tool from home depot for 50 bucks my drain clogged up this year again (i got really old house) so guess what I thought about going to home depot and renting another. Saw the coupon for 99$ was a steal at that price even at full price. As soon as i got it did a review was so impressed with the unboxing and even more when i used it.
Yea man I really love this thing and Im a plumber! Plumbers are typically very particular about the tools they use specially when it comes to snakes you get guys who are super brand loyal and I love the brand Spartan for bigger snakes but ill tell you man this snake here made me actually believe in Harbor Freight again! Im even considering buying their Bauer Hole Hawg because im so impressed with this bad boy here! I just checked out your review man its Hilarious we basically did the same thing in our reviews not even knowing eachother or watching eachothers videos! I didnt do the unboxing like you did but I snaked the drain and everything haha I thought maybe my review inspired yours but looks like you posted yours first? Anyways awesome Job man lets collaborate on something some time! Shoot me an email OCFriendlyplumber@Gmail.com
@@PlumbingExplained ok, I'll send you an email bro
I bought this Sunday and quickly cleared my kitchen drain
Is the cable inside the drum attached to anything ?
Fuck I paid 119 today but it's still worth it
It might have gone back up in price I paid $140 for mine so don’t feel bad it’s worth every penny. It out performs $3-$400 snakes I’ve used and owned before and IT FUCKIN LOOKS AWESOME!
Yea. I got it for $99. They have sales and coupons all the time. This particular machine is awesome !
very informative. thanks brother 👍
This the one everybody been talking about
You did a wonderful job I appreciate.
I used it twice. The first time was great. The second time the cable broke. I hope finding a replacement wont be to difficult.
Bro i have another video on replacing the cable! Its very simple and getting a replacement is easy! Get a General Wire Cable 1/4" with a drop head bulb it makes the snake so much better.
@@PlumbingExplained I broke my original cable pretty much at the tip, after it speared a rubber coupling in the drain and jammed up.
is it possible to add a tip to original, or maybe just use it without the bulb tip?
Good video. Thanks. 😉👍👍
Thank you very much bro I got more coming on this machine stay tuned :-)
Ever have an issue with it not wanting too retract.?
I just bought this, today. Worked like a CHAMP, with the exception of it not wanting to pull back in very fast. At one point, I pulled the whole cable out and hit reverse. there was very little movement, until i added some gentle force.
When you were pulling it back you didnt have it in reverse right? Just had the handle angled for retrieval?
And make sure the collar isn't in the locked position. That'd keep it from retracting.
Great video! Nice. Going to be using tonight.
Greg Simpson thank you Mr Simpson glad I was able to help :-)
@@PlumbingExplained Well, it went 8 feet, which is then going to go in the main so I stopped. When using the handle to retract, I noticed the cable was broke! Clogs gone though. I've got it apart but I was trying to feed through the handle. The original cable because I still have 13 feet left! But i can't get it to go through the handle. So do I have to remove from canister and feed through the front trigger gun? If I do, then I might as well buy a new cable. I noticed that the cable (visually) is kinked in 2 places which will break any cable or cause a hazard. I think it came that way. Other than the cable, it's one hell of a cable gun! It went through 5 to 6 bends in the first 6 feet without any effort on my part. The plumbing is a hack job from the previous owners.
Greg Simpson so if you just remove the screws that holds the the front half and the back half together with the drumb in between, you simply feed the cable through the end that the cable feeds out of when everything is alright(sorry I’m having a hard time explaining this over text) so feed it through the auto feed you might have to remove the handle for the auto feed(the front grip) and once the cable is through the auto feed throw a 90 degree bend on the very end feed it into the drumb and just keep feeding it then put everything back together and ur good to go. If you need any specific videos on how to break it down let me know I’ll put something together for you.
Also grab a nice quality cable replacement I found once I put the general cable in this thing not the stock one it became a much much better snake.
@@PlumbingExplained Thanks! I was trying to cut the cable without much luck. I will try removing the handle for the auto feed (the front grip) and see if that works, and if does, put the 90 degree bend on the very end feed line. Otherwise I can take out of the drumb and feed it back in the way your video shows when replacing the stock cable with the one you described earlier.
I took a screen shot of the cable you recommended so that was extremely helpful. And your so right; putting a better quality cable on this puppy will make this one heck of snake! Truly appreciate the responses and feedback!!!
I use the tool to send out the cable and then take the tool apart to remove the rest of the cable. After you (by hand) feed in about 3 feet of the new cable, put the tool back together and use the tool to wind the cable back in. Way less manual labor. The tool is designed to feed the cable in and out, so you do not have to do it by hand. 😎Hope This Helps
How about following the manufacturers instructions for a cable change? It really is quite simple.
This way works great for the cable I recommend replacing the OEM cable with. Thanks for dropping a comment!
What about spraying the sneak cord with Rust-Oleum anti corrosion or something down those lines? Maybe spray wd40 after it dries up...
I spray it down with that wd-40 they make for chains and cables i forget what its called right now but it keeps it nice.
There is a product called snake oil specifically made to displace water and lubricate auto feeds. Haven’t tried it yet but ordered a bottle.
@@JeffinTD I'll check it out, thanks
Great video 📹 The only thing they should have done better was had a way you could adjust the inside so you could put the safety lock of the cable inside of the machine. instead of having to cut the cable.
Thank you Jamal, I agree with you 100%
Hello, thank you for the video. I am thinking of grabbing one of those next time when I go to HF. Will it fit a solid core 1/4 cable like this one from Amazon? ( GENERAL WIRE SPRING GIDDS-214102 Pipe Cleaners Drain Cleaning Cable 1/4" x 25', With El Basic Plug Head - 214102).
yang song yes that’s the cable I use
@@PlumbingExplained Thank you for your reply. I had a look at the cable you used. Are you sure the one you put in is a solid core? Yours look like there are three-strand inside though (by Amazon picture). I would suggest that you put a link to the products you used so that others can easily find them.
Thanks, great video. What would you use for a clogged kitchen drain?
Thinking about this or the M18. I’ve seen a few reviews where the cable broke, but even if you put a name brand cable on it, it is still several times cheaper than the Milwaukee.
Well Im sorry I missed your comment Jeff but Im curious to know which system you went with? The Milwaukee from what Ive been told is a pretty good little unit.
I actually went with the Ridgid kinda mini drum looking thing, the Power Clear. Works well, but I don’t really see the power feed as necessary. With a pneumatic switch leaving both hands free I personally feel I have more feedback and control by hand.
Have you tried the spearhead attachment on that cable? If not, is it possible?
I use a manual hand held with a 50FT cable to get down into the sewer lines in my house. I know that the harbor freight tool can get at least 23 ft into a sewer line.
Yea this snake is only for really small jobs like shower drains or sink drains just real basic tool it will not get larger stoppages.
@@PlumbingExplained Thank you for responding.
@@highsecurityagent8778 Anytime bud! take care.
can you put the bolt that was on the original back on the new one? wouldnt the cable still feed out of the tool when it reaches the end?
What cable did you replace with? I saw the description you had on screen, but had a plethora of different results.
I just replace it with a general wire from ferguson, get the one with the drop head not the push head.
nice video is this good for cleaning the drainage that goes from kitchen sink in ground level suite to main drainage
I would only clean like Shower/Tub and maybe bathroom sink drain lines with it but Im sure if you are willing to work at it you can get most soft stoppages with this thing.
@@PlumbingExplained Do you have a tool you recommend for using on kitchen drain?
Would there be any problems replacing the cable with a longer 30 foot one by Ridgid? The drum seems fully capable of holding it when I put it in, and retracts and extends fine anyway. Original cable broke when I unknowingly spiked it through the side of a rubber coupling and got snagged. Busted it when I reverse -drove it trying to extract it.
Found the 30 foot 1/4" cable for $20.08 in a open box listing on Amazon so I figured it was a better option than the HF replacement at the same price. I was figuring on cutting it to size, but it coiled up in the drum just fine so I just left it full length for now.
Can the cable be replaced with the Milwaukee - 1/4 in. x 25 ft. Inner Core Drop Head Cable with Rustguard? The Milwaukee cable comes with an End of Cable Indicator which from the picture looks a little thicker than 1/4 in. Can you string something thicker than 1/4 in. like an End of Cable Indicator, through the nostril? Thanks for your feedback.
I know this is a old video so ya probably won’t see this but I have had mine for about a year and a half, I would suggest use it some wd40 on the cable especially if you don’t know the next time you plan on using it.
Thanks bro!! My damn truck was stolen last year while I was going through chemo therapy and this beautiful snake was on it when it was Stolen :( i replaced it with a Spartan Model 81 check out some of my other videos I think you might like the Unclogged series!
@@PlumbingExplained sorry to hear that on many leveled, god bless man hope you’be turned to corner on that.
For the homeowner that's good practice. I'd even leave it out and let it dry out before storing it because I have that kind of time. For a pro using it way more frequently, then it's not necessary.
6:00 would putting the bend a few inches back from the very end be any better to keep the cable coiled and avoid the possibility of it not going back in the right coil direction when retracting?
OK so being an amateur I've bent the OEM cable already and need a replacement. At 6:21 in the video you just start feeding the cable into the drum clockwise. The cable just goes inside, there is no attachment point inside the drum?
Raymond K no there is no attachment in the drumb just make sure you bend the end of the cable so it doesn’t feed back out through the auto feeder
@@PlumbingExplained if it isn't bent can't the cable be just as easily reinstalled without disassembly? If the end of the length is painted to mark the end of the line it could serve as a warning to stop extending.
Loved the video! Very helpful. Do you know if it's possible to install a drop head bulb on the cable that comes with it?
The cable that comes with it isn’t very good I highly recommend grabbing a 1/4” cable from General Pipe cleaners with a drop head, that’s the cable I normally was using in this machine.
General Pipe Cleaners Flexcore Cable 25HE1-DH - 25 Feet by 1/4 Inch a.co/d/coAA2jj
@@PlumbingExplained Thanks for info. Really appreciate it!
So what do you use for the heavy stuff? lol hanks for the video btw.
You can buy the original part from harbor freight for about $10 shipped, so I ordered two.
I had no Idea Eric thank you very much for that Info ! Ill edit a link into the description
Can the cable be replaced with the Milwaukee - 1/4 in. x 25 ft. Inner Core Drop Head Cable with Rustguard? The Milwaukee cable comes with an End of Cable Indicator which from the picture looks a little thicker than 1/4 in.
It's a great tool just wish it was about 35 ft like my milwakee
I may or may not be picking up the Milwaukee after Christmas, do you have the 18v or the 12v? the 12v Fuel is the one im kinda interested in because I just bought the rigid Flex Shaft and dont think im gonna need a cable machine anymore except for small little crap.
@@PlumbingExplained I have the 18v loaded with a 3/8ths cable. The 18v it’s kinda big IMO for bathtub or small drains. I mainly use it for 3 inch mainline no joke and if it doesn’t clear then I sell them a jetting and move on with my day. I’m in home warranty in the south east so usually roots are a problem and they’re not covered anyway. I also use the air snake a good bit.
The replacement cable from harbor freight was 25$ in mb sc in dec of 2022
Do you think it can handle 3/8 cable? I want to use the different heads and can find any for 1/4 cable? Or makeshift one lol
What can be used as a replacement cable for this model?
Sorry continued reading comments and saw what you used. Thank you for this video my cable got hooked and snapped today.
when the R part of the switch is pushed IN (so that it is flush with the housing) is that in reverse or NOT in reverse?
That little switch is just a safety switch to keep the motor from burning up when its either frozen or jammed.
you need to use a disposal key to unjam the disposal if its savable.
What cable did u replace it with and where did u buy it
What's the drop pin on the front size and where u get it from
Does anybody know if the applicance can work on 220 V elecrical current? I'm asking because I'm based in Europe and ordered one but it doesnt say if it could be used on more than 120 V electrical current
I believe it’s only for 120v
I believe it’s only for 120v
@@PlumbingExplained Appreciate it! So I'll have to get a 220V -> 120V transformator. Thanks again!
$109 is the price I’m seeing at my local HF. $89 is a steal!
Forgot to say, if you use this once it’s paid for itself. After that it’s all savings. Have loaned it to my neighbor a few times.
That General Pipe replacement cable is $60+ now. HF sells a replacement cable for around $30, but not the same quality.
How do you replace if snake breaks or kinks at end?
Can you use this on an kitchen sink drain ?
You can try it! I’ve cleared kitchen drains with this machine and other 1/4” machines but it will only work if it’s not an intense clog,
Couldn't you use the auto feed in reverse to feed the new cable in instead of by hand?
Yes you can, I do it both ways depending on different situations.
@@PlumbingExplained In what situation would you "not" use the auto-feed in reverse to feed in a new cable?
Sometimes you need to pull back with more force than the auto feed can pull back. Sometimes youve got something on the tip you know could bind up on something on the way back so you want to pull it back by hand, Sometimes you want to know youve pulled back X ammount of feet so you can kindof get a feed of where you are in the drain or in the house, im always kinda closing my eyes and imagining im working my way down the drain I try and imagine where Id be what kindof fitting I could be hitting theres alot of reasons. I personally dislike Autofeeds every bodies different.
@@PlumbingExplained I was referring to a "NEW" cable replacement like you were doing in the video. But I understand what you're saying when it's in the drain pipe. Also, I couldn't find the link to were you purchased your new cable.
since you are a plumber, wouldnt you use a Genearl Super vee? a milwaukee corded top gun?
Being a plumber dictates you can only use over priced bullshit? I’ve used them all this Harbor fright top snake is easily just as good. I use spartan equipment
@@PlumbingExplained I dont think using overpriced is the answer. I was only asking because harbor freight products are not made to last. I havent used their top gun but its good to know. I use a general, I bought used. I like to get another one to keep in my car. Im a saturday handyman
Can it remove wipes from a toilet drain
I wouldnt try it, will likely just cause frustration.
I got this but mine is all black. How do you retract the cable lol I just played with it and it's not going back in
Never mind I played with it to figure it out haha... Yeah there's a way to break it that's why I was being all cautious
Better to be cautious than like a bull in a china shop haha glad you were able to figure it out bro!
The cable is on sale at hf for 30
So does it not work for toilet clogs? Cause your showing a toilet in the thumbnail
No it won’t the toilet is just there because it’s clogged and it’s meant to emphasize this thing unclogs
From my experience you want to buy a quality cable rather than a cable that comes with a cheap machine. Hollow core cable is not going to last long compared to wire core cable. Also a rigid cable or Milwaukee cable does not rust. A rusted cable will means it will get brittle in a few years and snap on you.
Great advice man I couldnt say it better myself, I only buy cables with an Inner core these days and Yes you can make a cheap machine a great machine by adding a good cable. I took that Blue harbor freight machine and put a 1/2" inner core spartan cable on it after my 100 machine was stolen and that thing paid for a new 100 machine for me!
Would you guys happen to know if the cable can be replaced with the Milwaukee - 1/4 in. x 25 ft. Inner Core Drop Head Cable with Rustguard? The Milwaukee cable comes with an End of Cable Indicator which from the picture looks a little thicker than 1/4 in. I'm afraid that the indicator won't fit through the head of the gun/cleaner. Thanks for your help.
Wipe that thing down with alcohol after every use 😂
I couldn't fund the brand name or part number of the cable you used
Northern Tool carries the exact same tool under a different name. Recently caught it on sale for $55!
What’s the loose part dangling at the end of the cable called?
Doo-hickey
That's what is called a " Drop head ". It enables a change of direction more easily especially when it is going from a horizontal to a vertical pipe run.
Can you use it for washer drain pipes ?
Yes you can.
Why are you hand feeding the snake inside the drum, just hand feed the first 2-3 feet and then let the tool feed the rest? like auto feed out and then auto feed to retrieve the snake while trying to unclog the drain? You're selling this item too hard, otherwise, people will question it.
Im not getting paid for the review I was just kindof doing this to show people I can review your stuff! haha thanks for the comment bro Ill try to do things a little different in my next video, I just bought a Rigid Flex Shaft drain machine, gets here Sunday and im gonna pull my toilet and snake the line LIVE on monday so come check it out!!
Why folks feel they need to say a bad word for us to hear. We are hear to see how it works
It’s the best super mini Vee drain cleaner for the price. I have my for 3 years and still working and making me 💰💰💰💩
Totally agree with you brother!!! I’m buying a Spartan 81 this weekend can’t wait!!
How about using it on a toilet 🚽 bowl, do you use on that type of drain.
@Eladio Velez Unfortunately not bro I would not recommend using it on a Toilet although a friend of mine recently did it as a joke to me and it worked. He stuck a piece of 1 1/2" ABS with an 1 1/2" ABS 90 on the end and kindof shoved that down into the toilet so the snake didnt flop around and scratch up the porcelain. But honestly just get a toilet auger from home depot or if you have a plumbing supply house near you I definitely recommend getting one there over anywhere else. You want the thicker one that can extend out to 6' I believe the one I have is made by Ridgid. Those are your best bet for clearing toilet clogs that are isolated to just the toilet or in some cases just below the closet flange. Since you have that 6' extension you can get down into the closet flange a little bit and you wont scratch the toilet because it actually sits down into the toilet. Infact man Just for you im going to make a How to Video right now on Using a toilet auger. Ill have it posted in a few minutes.
Plumb on dude.
Millions sold in Europe!
Theyre awesome man.
DON'T BUY, it just pushes the clog deeper into the pipe, I know I bought one for a bathroom sink, it is heavy and difficult to know just how deep it goes. The end is rounded and doesn't grab anything
That looks like a 5/16 cable not a 1/4.
George Eads things look bigger on camera it’s definitely 1/4” I don’t think anything larger would fit through the auto feed on this particular machine
@@PlumbingExplained true. Mine looks bigger on camera. LOL!
@@gregsimpson621 remember, camera always adds ten pounds 🙃
never ever loan tools, not even to best friends. they will f*** them up cause they didn't pay for them.
Only good thing about this machine is the price. 23 ft cable? Wait till you waste your time and you realize the stoppage is at 40ft. And you say Dooooooough!!!
M18 is 477.00, and that’s with my 10% discount .. its paid for itself in 2 days..it’s awesome and blows that piece of crap away.. Harbor freight, no righteousness tradesman would use there products..
No righteousness tradesman who actually does drain work is gonna clear any legit clogged drains with the Milwaukee either bud and ive used them both you write this comment out of complete and utter ignorance like any other keyboard warrior. You realize Milwaukee is owned by TTI right? Do you have any idea who TTI is? Its a Chinese Company Milwaukee is no longer built in the US its built in China probably in the exact same factory as the harbor freight stuff so please educate yourself before you jump on your high horse and ride yourself right off a cliff.
The facts are plain and simple the Bauer is a much better option for a home owner/ do it yourselfer not a plumber who is snaking drains every single day I wouldnt recommend the Milwaukee for that either And I Infact cleared some drains with the Bauer that Both the Milwaukee and the Rigid would of never made it through. I stand behind my review you clearly are some green probably handyman like the rest of the know it all jack of all trades master of none that come here and make comments like "You dont have to replace a garbage disposal when its leaking from the base! Just completely disassemble it and coat the rust in Rubber!"
Plumbing Explained go ahead and speak the truth, I own a sewer and drain cleaning company and almost all my miscellaneous tools are from harbor freight, I use ridgid and general cleaning equipment but now really want one of these, awesome review thank you sir
that machine is garbage.
It’s not bad for the money
That is Chinese junk.
dang0088 da if you haven’t tried it don’t comment on its quality
dang0088 da : you do realize most drain snakes are made in China and the American made one I’ve used perform very poorly
It's a Chinese sailing vessel?