I don’t remember where I read it but someone was complaining about the new 12v kits coming with 1 hour chargers and Bosch replied that back in 2012 new energy efficiency requirements went into place. The 30 minute charger didn’t meet the new requirements and therefore they could no longer produce them. That is why they have the 1 hour charger.

I bought the impactor kit in 2014 and it came with 2 amp hour batteries. I love the size and weight especially when working in attics and crawl spaces. Last year I bought a kit with the 4 amp hour batteries. I still use the 2 on the impactor for most situations. I use the 4 on the heavy drill and reciprocating saw. I also got a free 5 amp battery…[Read more]

I may finally upgrade my ps40 now. I don’t use the 12v impactor nearly as much since I purchased an 18v but it still is handy in some situations.

Looking at the reviews on HD it looks like the problem may be that the dial may be binding on the faceplate. I really do not like mechanical timers because they have no back-up for power failures.

If the dial isn’t binding and the line and load side of the hot wires are correct, then I would take it back as a faulty timer. I have had good…[Read more]

Did it work at all when you first installed it? Is it possible you reversed the line and load? The mechanical nature of it would require it to be wired a specific way. If they were reversed it would lose time and quit turning the first time it hits the off cycle.

Did it work at all when you first installed it? Is it possible you reversed the line and load? The digital nature of it would require it to be wired a specific way.

I’m the son of a carpenter/contractor so I’ve been around the trades all my life. I’ve helped do most aspects of new construction and remodeling from foundation to roofing. A few years ago things starts to slow down around here so I branched out and became a licensed electrician. I enjoy tinkering so I also build and restore lamps. My sub…[Read more]

I started with the ps20/ps40 combo and a ps50 that were Christmas presents 5 years ago. I was so impressed with Bosch that I even bought the ps60 reciprocating saw. I had the ps50 omt replaced through warranty as well as two batteries. I used my ps20 almost daily. It finally died last August. I replaced it with a new ps22 brushless. Two weeks ago…[Read more]

Today I used my bulldog rotary hammer to dig a trench so I could run some conduit.

No need for starting a new topic, so I’m a little late to this party too.

I just received my newest card reader from Square. I am excited to offer even more options for my customers to make payments. For starters, I have been using Square since I started. I am a single employee/owner of a small electrical business so it is perfect for me. Most…[Read more]

58Chev wrote:I wish LED pricing would drop in Canada, a fixture at Costco is $50 or replacement bulbs are $25. The bulbs are suppose to be a direct swap, no mention on the package of removing the ballast.

Not sure about prices for online orders to Canada, but my experience has been that there are online retailers like 1000bulbs that have a wide…[Read more]

Welcome to the forums. Looking forward to seeing some of your handiwork.

NormanGallaher wrote: I was impressed with how well it performed and its size to weight for ease of handling. All my new tools will be Bosch from this point forward.

Welcome to the family. 😉

I just saw this Dremel printer on display at Lowe’s. It still has a $999 price tag. They have a video and also some hands on items printed with one. If only I had $1500 to throw away. I would need the ribbons too.

I just saw this deemed printer on display at Lowe’s. It still has a $999 price tag. They have a video and also some hands on items printed with one. If only I had $1500 to throw away. I would need the ribbons too.

Thanks for sharing. That is a really neat way to stay organized in the shop or on the go. It seems much more functional than a traditional red tool box on wheels. I especially like the use of Bosch drill on page 25. Too many companies use old yellow for their tools in pictures.

I really want to get the RHH181 18v rotary hammer since it would be the most practical for the times I end up carrying the generator just to use my bulldog. However, it seems so far away and now I’m wishing I had an L-boxx 3 for my circular saw and reciprocating saw. I also want the foam inserts for the 1 and 2. Then there are the blades for the…[Read more]

I use Contigo tumblers I bought at Walmart. They are 20 ounce and fit nicely in the cup holder. They do not sweat. I’ve had ice still in my cup the next day. They are spill proof when closed and cost less than $15 USD. I’m not a coffee drinker, but my wife is. She has her own and it keeps her coffee hot for hours. I think it claims 7 hour hot and…[Read more]

That is an amazing floor. Excellent craftsmanship. I wish the article had more of the process used, but then again maybe they didn’t want any copy cats out there.

Perhaps it is because I’m hungry, but does anyone else think it looks like bacon?

Thanks for sharing the video. Seems these blowers are showing up everywhere. My uncle has the Milwaukee version and he uses it all the time. If Bosch ever makes one I will probably buy it.

Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year to all! May your presents be full of tools and may you find them useful throughout the year!