Thread: 12v cordless drill special (well sort of)

So, after a little bit of use what do I think?

Well, with the defense of truth I offer this:

• The clutch on the first drill did not operate, even on high speed after repeated attempts. It was taken back for a replacement, albeit to a different branch as the original was out of stock;
• The gear box on the second drill developed a hefty ‘clunk’ after driving three screws. The clunk threw the balance out noticeably - as did the elliptical motion of the chuck. This was returned for replacement to a third store as the first two had run out of stock;
• The third one seems to work ok.

Thankfully only a couple of members have contacted me – hopefully they are still thinking about their purchase. I gave the drill a good rap in the above post for a couple of reasons:

• One of my mates uses the 14.4v version professionally day in - day out and swears by it;
• Another mate uses a 2 speed 12v version - same recommendation;
• AWR had it up head to head in the lead with the festo in their review of 12 volt drive drills; &
• Other dewalt tools I’ve got have performed without flaw.

What I am happy with is their 30 day satisfaction guarantee and Bunning’s willingness to replace the faulty goods, offer their disappointment with the tool(s) in question and issue a new receipt to ensure the warranty is from the replacement date. On the last replacement I was also told if this one packs it in they will replace it with a 14.4 volt at no extra cost, along with a P&N drill set

I'm thinking that if this one works well I've still got a great drill and a bargain price, despite the running around.


There you have it.
Eastie

Originally Posted by Eastie

I was also told if this one packs it in they will replace it with a 14.4 volt at no extra cost, along with a P&N drill set

Sabotage it Eastie.