tacticalturnip
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I can't think they'd be the same, but I am sure there are adapters available.
Harbor Freight Tools that don't suck
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I can't think they'd be the same, but I am sure there are adapters available.
Grumpycat
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Was said somewhere a tab could be cut to make batteries interchangeable. Don't know if that was to use HF battery on DeWalt or which way.
Alan46
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You got that right!
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Speaking of HF tools that don't suck, I really like their battery powered transfer pump, I use it for all sorts of transfer duties, from gasoline to diesel fuel to light gear oil and they are pretty cheap compared to the ones on Amazonian.
I see they are on sale right now for under 10 bucks. I tend to buy a couple at a time and they are hard on regular D cell batteries so what I did / do is I bought a couple 2 packs of Li-Ion rechargeable D cell batteries and I charge them (all 4) and 2 on the shelf when the 2 in the pump get weak, I exchange them with charged ones. Much cheaper than tossing conventional D cells. They do expire after a while but for under 10 bucks a shot, I don't care. In fact, I presently have 3 of them, one in use and 2 standby.
Nice thing about the rechargeable D cells is they hold their charge just fine sitting on the shelf, waiting to be used.
I see they are on sale right now for under 10 bucks. I tend to buy a couple at a time and they are hard on regular D cell batteries so what I did / do is I bought a couple 2 packs of Li-Ion rechargeable D cell batteries and I charge them (all 4) and 2 on the shelf when the 2 in the pump get weak, I exchange them with charged ones. Much cheaper than tossing conventional D cells. They do expire after a while but for under 10 bucks a shot, I don't care. In fact, I presently have 3 of them, one in use and 2 standby.
Nice thing about the rechargeable D cells is they hold their charge just fine sitting on the shelf, waiting to be used.
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Why I've standardized my cordless tool assortment to just Bauer. No issues with non compatible batteries at all. You could do the same deal with the 'Hercules' line as well but I started out with Bauer so I stick with Bauer. They are not 'professional use, heavy duty' tools but for occasional use, they work fine for me and the newer brushless ones are even longer lasting on a battery. I have a pile of them actually.
Bauer batteries are pretty inexpensive as well. Much cheaper than say DeWalt or Milwaukee for that matter.
Alan46
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Thanks for the great IDEA. That’s exactly what I’m going to do tomorrow. I have 3 pumps, one for gas, diesel and Def!
What other great ideas do you have?
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20 ton 212cc Log Splitter
Amazing deals on this 20 Ton Log Splitter at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.
www.harborfreight.com
Predator log splitter is a GREAT buy. Splits in both directions, starts easily on second pull, running 3/4's throttle has split everything I have put on it.
I used to have at least one of everything they sold. At that time what I liked most about Harbor Freight was parts diagrams and inexpensive repair parts. Had most of their drills and battery operated tools for my shop.
Not so much any longer. Sometimes they now change a part number and "don't sell parts for that model any longer" They discontinued all support for NICAD battery operated tools and came out with new ones LI AND stopped selling their old batteries completely (Very unlike RYOBI which went with LI that fit their older models as well, just new chargers). (I found out you can use RYOBI LI batteries in old Harbor freight)
Last I found that I was paying money to be in an Inside Track Club but every time I looked into a magazine there were sales promotions and coupons for much better prices. No More HF for me.
Not so much any longer. Sometimes they now change a part number and "don't sell parts for that model any longer" They discontinued all support for NICAD battery operated tools and came out with new ones LI AND stopped selling their old batteries completely (Very unlike RYOBI which went with LI that fit their older models as well, just new chargers). (I found out you can use RYOBI LI batteries in old Harbor freight)
Last I found that I was paying money to be in an Inside Track Club but every time I looked into a magazine there were sales promotions and coupons for much better prices. No More HF for me.