Dude, you have the most "Big Bird" style of explaining this stuff to the regular person. If someone doesn't understand after watching your video, it is definitely them. Great job on explaing it!!!!!

@TheHonestCarpenter

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, New Age! 😁

@kirkbrown2147

3 жыл бұрын

You meant if anyone don't understand is either they don't speak English or they should just hire someone.

@ToniM10

3 жыл бұрын

Aay!!.. Sesame Street was my 1st Teacher any way!!.. So ya.. Don't knock Big Bird and the Gang....😎👍👍🇺🇸

@billruha4728

3 жыл бұрын

You're so right-this guy breaks it down like Sesame Street, in the best possible way.

@uptownsfinest9145

3 жыл бұрын

He’s awesome

Thanks Ethan. Now, at 71 yrs. old I can finally stop camming out half my fasteners. lol

@NoBite2

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! You’ve got me by 3 years, but I did not know this, either!

@PatTheRiot

2 жыл бұрын

Thank god. Ive been following your trail I think. I just bought my 3rd set of screw removers today. By 2040 we should have come through all of them. Hopefully.

@jonothandoeser

2 жыл бұрын

OR just buy a cordless impact driver and stop driving screws with your drill.

@user-gz4ve8mw9l

2 жыл бұрын

Never to late to learn, as learning is a life long adventure.

@Frank-1978

2 жыл бұрын

🤣

This is the 5th tile project we've done where we've removed the old tile before installing new tile, and the first one with this tool kzread.infoUgkxqqoaX03nrziKwF7Bjjcc71YzLEleMvOS . I want to cry for all the unnecessary work we've done in the past. With this tool, we removed tile surrounding a fireplace, as well as the hearth tile, set in loads of cement, in less than an hour. I highly recommend this tool. It was easy to use, and very satisfying watching the tile literally fall off the wall.

Again, a good, clear discussion of a subject that amateur DIYs can struggle with. Especially liked the useful comments on corded versus cordless drills.

Hi. I am a carpenter myself, found out I wanted to do this for the rest of my life at 33 years old. Had worked over 2 years doing mostly renovations before doing the 1 year carpenter's course here in Quebec. Your videos have been such a good help to me. A lot of things that you mention have me thinking; why they didn't mention that in school? 🤣. I guess there is so much to know about construction! Thanks a bunch for the content, it is very much appreciated. - Chuk

@lowercasepeople49

Жыл бұрын

Same story here pretty much. Just started Feb of this year.

This whole time I just thought my drill was weak af. It was set at 1 this whole time. Thanks for this! xD

@mehst4129

3 жыл бұрын

Bruh

@andreabilic8144

3 жыл бұрын

Really?!

@jerod5636

3 жыл бұрын

No way. It comes with instructions bro.

@woodswal

3 жыл бұрын

@@jerod5636 Yeah but men tend to just get into it without reading. TBH men can get it right sometimes without reading instructions.

@jerod5636

3 жыл бұрын

@@woodswal That’s me. I always go for it without the instructions but if something is obviously wrong I’ll give them a once over.

WOW THANK YOU SO MUCH...EXCELLENT EXPLANATION... I AM 67 YEARS OLD AND NEVER NEW WHAT THE NUMBERS ON MY CORDLESS DRILL WERE FOR...NOW I KNOW...EXCELLENT EXPLANATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS...THANK YOU SO MUCH :)

Thanks, bought my first drill at 73 and forgot what I had been taught about how to use it. You restored my confidence. Thank you.

Wow, I'm a rookie DIYer. Trying to learm as much as I can about these tools. This video answered so many questions for me! Thanks!

Been using drills for years, never new about this. Now I have more confidence using the drill in my projects. Thanks for posting.

An easy to understand, easily understandable explanation on how to get the best results when driving or drilling. Thank you for such a straightforward tutorial! What you are doing is extremely appreciated!

I work at Lowes in the tool area. I always make sure to let people know how the numbers work on the cordless drills. A lot of people don’t know. But reading the manual always helps. 😁 Great explanation.

This is one of the most straightforward explanations of some of the most essential power tools on the market. Just what I needed. Thank you.

@TheHonestCarpenter

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, James!

@PatTheRiot

2 жыл бұрын

I found it too long, had time to daydream until he got to it. lowest means weakest. The end. :D Im not hating tho, I watch these just to confirm what I came up with by myself being only man of the house with no father figures whatsoever around. I love his structure, detailed.

@jessicaroth49

2 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY! 😀 He certainly makes you feel more knowledgeable, doesn't he?

Great advice, again. I am happy to know that others have kept their corded drills besides myself.

Finally, a channel with direct, easy to understand explanations for us DIY-ers. Thanks for this.

Great video on cordless drills. May I add that some time ago using a Dewalt 18V cordless drill I compared the torque settings (numbers on the drill) to that of a hand operated Torque wrench and found that the numbers actually matched the torque in Nm (Newton Metres) which is incredibly useful when using the drill to tighten small bolts to a specified torque.

@RolandGiesler

11 ай бұрын

Oh wow! Exactly what I was looking for since I also have a new 18v DeWalt! Thank you!

I've never really thought about the clutch setting when I've used my MILWAUKEE. Now I know. Thank you very much. I've always just pulsed it when fastening.

Thank you so much for clearing that up. I've been in the dark about those numbers until you perfectly removed that cloud. Greatly appreciated!

This explains so much of what I've experienced as a beginner that I've not seen explained anywhere else. Thanks for a great video!

I can't thank you enough for this segment! I've always wondered about the numbers! Keep up the good work for us new DIYers!

You are a fantastic teacher. I've learned so much from this video-especially understanding the use of the clutch. Your videos are incredibly well done: they're clear, methodical, and the pace is perfect. I'm a big fan. A big THANK YOU from this amateur carpenter.

Thanks for helping those of us are new to this. You did this in a way that was not the least bit condescending. Much appreciated.

Thank you! I can’t believe I never knew this! Now I want to experiment on different surfaces to see where to set the slip clutch. 👍👍

These instructional videos are so extremely helpful! I’m new to DIY home renovation projects and will immediately put this information to use. Thank you!

I'm very new to any and all things tool-related and I'm barely getting started so I can try doing simple DIY projects. Your videos have been extremely informative and helpful! Thank you sir!

I recently discovered this channel. I was, just yesterday, wondering what the heck I'm supposed to do with those numbers on my drill and hoped you had a video! Thanks a million and I'm really enjoying your videos! Your teaching style and clarity help me understand without feeling like you're talking down to me. Thanks again!

Have started a new job as an irrigator. Lots of PVC to drill, and I’ve been wondering about all the numbers around the neck. Thankyou this was a great explanation of the numbers relationship to torque!

I was always wondering about the numbers on my cordless drill but never knew what they were for. And your explanation for using either a corded or cordless drill blew my mind. Been using these tools for years but totally ineffectiviely- thank you!! Great video.

@elilee2993

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah - Me too! 😂 Thanks for this great video!

Thank you so much!!! I just bought my first new cordless drill, impact driver and oscillating multitool. Beforehand, I was lucky enough to find your videos and you helped me learn how to research brands, decide what tools I really needed & you showed me tips and more! I took notes! 🤔😄 Although I'm a tool junky from way back ( seduced by the heady scent of new tools at Harbor Freight) I only used them in creating art in metals, gems and wood. A few years ago I retired from refugee work & a month later, I became a widow and the sole caretaker of our family home/land in a remote part of the N. Cascade mountains. Well, even a paradise has broken dryers, porch steps & well pumps so I've been in OTJ training 24/7 ever since!! When not building or repairing something, I'm studying how to do those things. You've been a great help to me and to lots of others, and I thought you should know what a difference you've made in a very practical way. Thanks again!!

That was actually really friggin' helpful from a novice diyers perspective -.- Thank you for the crisp, clear and patiently given information, it shall be put to great use.

Spent 20 years in home improvement but just subscribed because of the way you explain things and you never know when you might "accidently" learn something new. I want to recommend your channel to my grandson.

You are the best! I just discovered your channel, and found answers in minutes to every drill question I’ve had over decades of living in “historic” buildings around 100 years old) I have no “contractor” level of experience., but I love tools and must DYI my “rescue “ homes.

Yes. I learned a lot. Never knew these tips. Thanks, Ethan.

This guy isn’t one of those carpenters who lie about things like this. That’s what I appreciate most about him. He’s the sort of carpenter that I know I can trust to tell me the truth. I already knew he would be, somehow, before I even clicked on the video. I could just tell.

@tlark0783

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent explained clutch work you just have to remember it all and what your drilling ,thank you great videos

Just in time. Looking to buy my first "real"cordless drill. Learned about the difference between a driver and a drill. Been using my old drill for both functions. Thank you so much! Now I'm buying both.

THANKS BRO, I have finally realised what the numbers are for. Your detail explanations in your videos are really informative and useful!!! 👍

Thanks for your concise explanation. As a clueless, once in a long while tool user, you helped me greatly. Subbed and looking forward to going through your other posts.

Thank you for another very informative video tutorial! Purchased my first corded drill in 1974 and first cordless, brushless drill in 2011 followed by a cordless drill with hammer drill function in 2017. Never had a good grasp on the cordless drill clutch positions. Looking forward to testing experiencing the free spinning position on the cordless drills. Always thought that the spinning or chattering noise meant that the work was too great a load for the drill. REALLY appreciated this video! Happy New Year. May 2021 be filled with many more of your great tutorial videos!

@TheHonestCarpenter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Charles, I'm really glad this video was helpful! Plenty more content coming in 2021, and some new developments with the channel as well. Wishing you all the best, and Happy New Year! :)

Great job describing this! Makes it extremely clear and easy to understand. Really enjoying your videos. Keep up the great work.

Well-written, well-presented, thoroughly informative. Great job!

Great tutorial! Answered all I wanted to know about my drills...thanks for this.Mike.

@TheHonestCarpenter

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for watching Mike!

Great tutorial for a newbie. Packed with helpful information, and exactly what I wanted to learn. Many thanks!

I rlly rlly appreciate people who points out things like these for us DIYers. Great thanks Honest Carpenter!

Thank you. I often wondered what those numbers meant and I finally know. Your explanation has been extremely clear.

Geez. I'm glad I watched this. I wasn't sure of any of this. Thank you

Great video! You explained everything very well for a first time cordless drill user like myself. I really learnt a lot! Thank you! :)

That was great info. I actually have a corded drill with the clutch collar. Now after all of these years, I know how to use it to my advantage.

Nice to know to keep corded drills still. I knew about the clutch but not sure that I used it properly. Never realized that function is not on the corded either. Great info. I am never too old to stop learning, and it takes a special knack to teach my stubborn self, so you are Great at teaching! TY!

I did learn something new! Thanks man, I appreciate these videos a lot.

@TheHonestCarpenter

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Taylor! Thanks for watching :)

@loosescrews8106

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome simply awesome

@roddyoccultis4266

3 жыл бұрын

Did you think it was a clock too?

I have been what I think as a serious DIYer. Bless you my son for this. 🤦🏽‍♀️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🥰🇨🇦

Awesome Ethan. Clear, consice and right-to-the-point. I learned something and you didn't waste any of my time.

This was so helpful, thank you! I was just gifted a dewalt cordless drill, so I'm still learning about it, but I also have my grandpa's all-metal body Milwaukee corded drill that's at least from the 50's. Still works great!

@McEddModzHD49854

2 жыл бұрын

Lucky!

Another great benefit of using the clutch setting on a cordless drill is to prevent kickback if a bit binds. For example, when drilling with a hole saw, sometimes the angle or position you're drilling at will cause the hole saw to bind, which can set you off balance, sometimes pretty violently. It can be especially dangerous if up on a ladder. So adjusting the clutch to a slightly lower setting can give you a safety buffer against kickback from binding, as the clutch will absorb the sudden shock rather than your body.

@huskypro1

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that’s actually a really good idea

File under "If I had only read the user manual that came with the drill I would have known this" 🤣

@brothermouzone1307

2 жыл бұрын

Read?

@GnarDawgeh

2 жыл бұрын

*Read

@DarkLinkAD

2 жыл бұрын

rid**

Quite liking your videos. I've subscribed! You actually take the time to explain what you're doing and what tips you have for doing each thing. As a person who doesn't have any knowledge on power tools or anyone to teach me that, this is perfect.

I ALWAYS try to support those who post useful info in any way I can, and I just subscribed after seeing a couple of your fine videos. You should keep a list of items on your channel page so we can purchase items you recommend as we can. I'll definitely be on the lookout! Keep up the good work!

Great videos. One thing that would be nice to understand is when to use each of or at least the most common settings for different material. I'm sure the exact numbers are specific to the drill, but just an idea of what settings are best for decking versus drywall for example would be a great addition

Thank you - I have learned something today.

You explain things so well for DIY amateurs!

I'm having to do alot of work around my mom's house, and your videos are a lifesaver.

Great explanation of the clutch and how to use it. Wish I had seen this years ago. I had to figure this out the hard way by stripping out many screws. Full power or torque is not always best.. :-)

That was very interesting, I needed to know that!

You never disappoint when you bring new and important information to all of us. I finally know what those numbers really mean.

It took me many viewings to understand your videos on drill/driver settings, but it is starting to make sense now. I work at a Home Depot and at one point I tried to explain to a customer how to prevent cam-out of a screw. Eventually I just gave up and referred him to your channel.

Great video (as always, helpful!) but would have like to see you address the speeds (1 & 2) selection as well. Thanks again for all you do here. Keep up the great work & a Happy New Year to all!!

@793rd

Жыл бұрын

Cane here to say this. Very informative, appreciated and just like u, have an older Craftsman corded that may be around my age (50+) or a lil younger but the cord is frayed yet still works if held properly lol

The clutch feature also helps remove tight screws without caming out the head. It acts as a fine impact drive.

@f1reguy587

Жыл бұрын

No, thats not how impact works, your just essentially pumping the drill switch using it in this way.

Honestly, this is something i was going to google, but the way you explain and then show an example along with definitions really sets the information in Thank you :D

For delicate, fine work, and the best control and feedback; nothing beats a hand drill.

Never thought about using the clutch for drywall screws. I’m going to try that out and see how effective it is. I usually use a drywall gun or a special drywall bit.

This "old dinosaurs Drills" are the best,problem is that weight tones!🤤

@dancearoundtheworld5360

3 жыл бұрын

Speaking about weight my only drill is a 1/2 impact

@craigbenz4835

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't live without my old corded 1/2" drive Milwaukee, but he is right in that it isn't a good choice for driving screws.

The adage that you’re never too old to learn, really hold true after watching your brief video, lol Tks for effort.

Great info! I never use my corded drill because it’s too strong, but now I will for drilling and use the battery ones for screws. My drills are old and manuals are long gone.

I certainly will recommended a variable speed in A Drill with cord, this is why I like Makita . The best.

@massimookissed1023

2 жыл бұрын

I have a Black & Decker corded drill. I don't like Black & Decker. Its front bearing sounds like a bag of bolts in a spin drier, but it's still drilling holes after twenty years. Somehow.

As a woman on my own, I've learned most of my DYI skills by doing it the wrong way first. Thanks for this video; I finally understand my drill!

@electraisblind

3 жыл бұрын

Same!! I love these videos, they're helping me correct the bad habits and assumptions I've developed over the years of teaching myself how to use tools.

@rich8037

Жыл бұрын

Hey, *everyone* learns that way!

ethan you are the best at explaining. you’re my go-to for learning. thank you!

This was awesome thank you so much. I always wondered what those were.

I can honestly say I was today’s years old when I learned what those numbers meant. LOL Thanks for the great info

You have no idea how much this video helped me. I have a small cordless drill and could not figure it out for the life of me. This helps so much

@TheHonestCarpenter

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Sheila! I’m making an online course called POWER TOOLS EXPLAINED right now-it’ll be available on my website later this summer. It’ll explain everything to know about the 20 most important power tools. Might be helpful for you! 🙂

This guy gives you a straight answer without talking a lot of garbage. Straight to the point and the best simple solution.

i should have learnt this years ago, thanks

And here I thought it was like one of those fidget spinners to just keep you busy during a job!

Brilliant! All the years i have been using drills and I never knew this, thanks very much for sharing.

Man, I greatly appreciate the way you explained the cordless/corded drill stuff! I am a woman who does not want to bother her husband with this because I've been shown before. So thank you..God bless you brother

I was wondering about the numbers the other day. Thanks for the terminologies! But what are the increments? Or how do you find out?

@miked6335

3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering if there was an "official" explanation myself. But based on a lot of DIY outdoor wood projects (that haven't killed me yet), I think what you do is start on a low number. When the torque is too low to drive the screw, the clutch will disengage. So you back out the screw a bit, up the number a couple of notches (or one if you're close) and then drive it again. Repeat until you drive the screw just right. Now you've got your setting for the job. If you start with a low number and work your way up, no overdriving or cam out theoretically. But not all wood boards, even in the same batch, have the same density so you can't just rely on the clutch to avoid overdriving.

@massimookissed1023

2 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure there's no standard of torque number vs strength, other than low numbers are low torque. They're like the numbers on a toaster, which have no relation to minutes of toasting, but just indicate minimum to maximum setting.

Man, ever since I got an impact driver I can't remember the last time I used a drill to drive fasteners.

@bdunn2435

3 жыл бұрын

You ain’t lying

@jessicaroth49

2 жыл бұрын

So, it's worth the investment, huh?

This was a video I didn't know I needed in my life, but am so glad I watched. Nice breakdown, very helpful.

I still have a corded Skil from the late 90s or so, still use it!

It would be nice to include some examples of what numbers are common to use for what materials. Like into a stud, what is a good number? Into normal drywall? Etc.

@kbenk108

Жыл бұрын

and are the numbers the same for each drill or vary from company to company....

Nice video!Around the house, I love the Ryobi brand tools. Great for the occasional projects and reliable.

Went through a few videos before I found this one and it explained everything I needed very cleary. Thanks so much!

fantastic video, gotta say I have learned quite a lot from just a handful of your videos. I had long been using my dads hand me down drill, which is corded and I always wondered why it was so awful at stripping screws. I did recently pick up a battery powered drill so I look forward to hopefully playing with these settings and having a better experience :D

Thank God someone finally made a video about this, I thought I would actually have to read the manual ~

OMG!!! THANK YOU! I have NEVER understood that. Seriously, thank you thank you thank you!

Have a Chicago Electric Impact for over 20 years. Still great. I like the cluch feature on my Milwaukee drill. Thanks for the video!

I've been doing my deck and I have a corded drill but I have been boring thru my wood couldn't stop fast enough to see until it was to late, this video has helped a lot and explained why this keep happening,my cordless drill only holds a few hours of power and the corded never stop and that's why I continue to use it, (I've had it for over 10 years),thanks so much for this video I thought I was applying to much pressure.

So the numbers have no actual Torque relation or they're different for each brand or even model? Mine goes to 11...

@Miranda-cw9hq

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the numbers do relate to your torque. Higher number = higher torque.

@mottbone

2 жыл бұрын

Was it made by Marshall??

Might be worth mentioning that the torque setting can also be used in reverse and can be useful when backing out an old screw that may have gotten stuck due to rust. Start on a fairly low setting then dial it up until the screw starts to move - this can prevent camming out and wrecking the screw head.

Love your teaching style very meticulous comprehensive and I love your summary at the end yes I learned a lot I am a Newby when it comes to fixing things it makes it so much easier to learn from someone like you with your experience thank you

@TheHonestCarpenter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Kris! Really glad the videos are helpful 😄

Thanks for this video! Really appreciate your detailed yet simple explanations of things.