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corbinc · 02-19-2011, 10:25 AM

Hello Everyone,

I just purchased a Craftsman Pro 27g Vertical compressor (SCFM @40 psi - 7.2, SCFM @90 - 5.8/ MC 150psi).

I am fairly confident this is a perfect fit air compressor for me because after shopping for a 1/2' impact wrench I have found unlimited possibilities. On paper, all of the 1/2' wrenches I have found should be optimized with this compressor.

I actually expected there to be limitations from the compressor so now I am stuck with just finding the gun that provides what I need without being overly priced or heavy duty.

Any suggestions? Budget isn't exactly an issue but I would like to have a solid wrench that doesn't require much maintenance. I will be using it mostly for wheel/tire rotations, suspension removal/installation, perhaps engine/tranny work in the future.

Has anyone ever heard of Cleco? My friend says this company sets the standards for pneumatics. I like SnapOn but could really do without their outrageous new tool pricing and I am to impatient to wait for ePlay. Craftsman Pro tools seem sturdy but just randomly have a "cheap" feel about them.

Thanks in advance,
CCorbin

cableguy0 · 02-19-2011, 12:13 PM

Just go to northern tool website or sears and buy an ingersol gun. Ingersol makes most of the air tools the big guys sell. craftsmen,mac,matco and snap on all sell guns with there name on it made by ingersol.Make sure you get a decent set of impact rated sockets as well. The chrome sockets will just split and shatter on an impact gun.

Restrorob · 02-19-2011, 07:23 PM

I agree with cableguy, Go with a Ingersoll. I've been using mine daily for 25 years and have finally wore out the anvil, Cost for a anvil and rebuild kit is too close to buying a new gun and starting all over;

Amazon.com: Ingersoll-Rand 231C 1/2-Inch...

clinebarger · 02-19-2011, 10:44 PM

I also like Ingersoll Rand, But Ive replaced alot of my air tools with Air-Cat because they are alot quieter http://aircat.com/
I think my Ingersoll 232 1/2" is the loudest gun in the world

crushermechanic · 02-19-2011, 11:22 PM

cleco is an industrial product. if you can find 1 they are great. i would go with an ingersoll. i have the titanimum gun and its is not very loud and hits hard. a few of the other mechanics at work have the aircats but they have had to be rebuilt and my gun is still going strong.

95 S_Trucker · 02-20-2011, 12:20 AM

i have an IR 2135 timax. Got new on amazon,$235, very happy with the gun. I use it daily. its pretty quiet.

some of the craftsman pro wrenches are made by IR. and i have a lot of snap on tools, but i would not buy a snap on impact.

corbinc · 02-20-2011, 11:19 AM

http://denver.craigslist.org/tls/2164367688.html

I played with a couple of air wrenches and the IR brand does seem to be the most notable. However, the Cleco on that local listing is 100$.. I can't find any information about that particular model number though.

Thanks everyone, unless I can confirm this Cleco is pretty decent Ill go with a new IR.

85burb · 02-20-2011, 02:00 PM

I would go with ingersol. I work on big diesels and a renamed ingersol that says matco on the side removed the head bolts on a ISX 15 L overtheroad engine. My old bluepoint didnt even try to do it. They are cheap and stout. The only complaint i have is how long they take to slow down after they buzz the bolt out and hit red line. Will be buying one soon myself.

ka_jd7and1 · 02-20-2011, 10:52 PM

IR 2135Ti.

corbinc · 02-21-2011, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ka_jd7and1

IR 2135Ti.

I ordered this model. It looks nice on paper and I like lightweight hand tools.

Thanks a bundle!

Torrey72 · 02-24-2011, 04:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by corbinc

I ordered this model. It looks nice on paper and I like lightweight hand tools.

Thanks a bundle!

Wow, I looked it up. The IR 2135Ti has 1,000 ft.-lbs. of Nut Busting Torque. I need new tools!

02-19-2011, 10:25 AM	#1
corbinc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 55	Impact Wrench Help Hello Everyone, I just purchased a Craftsman Pro 27g Vertical compressor (SCFM @40 psi - 7.2, SCFM @90 - 5.8/ MC 150psi). I am fairly confident this is a perfect fit air compressor for me because after shopping for a 1/2' impact wrench I have found unlimited possibilities. On paper, all of the 1/2' wrenches I have found should be optimized with this compressor. I actually expected there to be limitations from the compressor so now I am stuck with just finding the gun that provides what I need without being overly priced or heavy duty. Any suggestions? Budget isn't exactly an issue but I would like to have a solid wrench that doesn't require much maintenance. I will be using it mostly for wheel/tire rotations, suspension removal/installation, perhaps engine/tranny work in the future. Has anyone ever heard of Cleco? My friend says this company sets the standards for pneumatics. I like SnapOn but could really do without their outrageous new tool pricing and I am to impatient to wait for ePlay. Craftsman Pro tools seem sturdy but just randomly have a "cheap" feel about them. Thanks in advance, CCorbin __________________ '91 Chevy K1500 Z71, 5.7l

02-19-2011, 12:13 PM	#2
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: Impact Wrench Help Just go to northern tool website or sears and buy an ingersol gun. Ingersol makes most of the air tools the big guys sell. craftsmen,mac,matco and snap on all sell guns with there name on it made by ingersol.Make sure you get a decent set of impact rated sockets as well. The chrome sockets will just split and shatter on an impact gun. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

02-19-2011, 07:23 PM	#3
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: Impact Wrench Help I agree with cableguy, Go with a Ingersoll. I've been using mine daily for 25 years and have finally wore out the anvil, Cost for a anvil and rebuild kit is too close to buying a new gun and starting all over; Amazon.com: Ingersoll-Rand 231C 1/2-Inch... __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

02-19-2011, 10:44 PM	#4
clinebarger Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 6,370	Re: Impact Wrench Help I also like Ingersoll Rand, But Ive replaced alot of my air tools with Air-Cat because they are alot quieter http://aircat.com/ I think my Ingersoll 232 1/2" is the loudest gun in the world

02-19-2011, 11:22 PM	#5
crushermechanic Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fort Walton Beach, Fl Posts: 357	Re: Impact Wrench Help cleco is an industrial product. if you can find 1 they are great. i would go with an ingersoll. i have the titanimum gun and its is not very loud and hits hard. a few of the other mechanics at work have the aircats but they have had to be rebuilt and my gun is still going strong.

02-20-2011, 12:20 AM	#6
95 S_Trucker Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: . Posts: 2,179	Re: Impact Wrench Help i have an IR 2135 timax. Got new on amazon,$235, very happy with the gun. I use it daily. its pretty quiet. some of the craftsman pro wrenches are made by IR. and i have a lot of snap on tools, but i would not buy a snap on impact.

02-20-2011, 11:19 AM	#7
corbinc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 55	Re: Impact Wrench Help http://denver.craigslist.org/tls/2164367688.html I played with a couple of air wrenches and the IR brand does seem to be the most notable. However, the Cleco on that local listing is 100$.. I can't find any information about that particular model number though. Thanks everyone, unless I can confirm this Cleco is pretty decent Ill go with a new IR. __________________ '91 Chevy K1500 Z71, 5.7l

02-20-2011, 02:00 PM	#8
85burb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: lindale,tx Posts: 2,373	Re: Impact Wrench Help I would go with ingersol. I work on big diesels and a renamed ingersol that says matco on the side removed the head bolts on a ISX 15 L overtheroad engine. My old bluepoint didnt even try to do it. They are cheap and stout. The only complaint i have is how long they take to slow down after they buzz the bolt out and hit red line. Will be buying one soon myself. __________________ 82 c10 5.3/4l60 84 c20 5.3/sm465 85 chevy k10 suburban LQ4/4l60 91 chevy c10 suburban Lsa 5.3/4l60 2017 Silverado whipple 5.3 1964 Vw beetle 1974 vw beetle

02-20-2011, 10:52 PM	#9
ka_jd7and1 is a fungineer Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Bakersfield, CA Posts: 795	Re: Impact Wrench Help IR 2135Ti. __________________ 2003 S10, 2.2 auto- the daily driver, currently with a 2"/2" drop and some minor engine bolt-ons 1978 Impala 2-door, race 350/T350 - the new race car, in progress 1968 Chevy C10 longbed- 3/5 drop, currently undergoing a heart transplant



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