Thank you for sharing this information 👍

so with practice this should work great for R&I of windshields and back glass. not just replacement of glass

nice!! just bought the last one on the eBay store.

No but when you get used to the tool it works great

I watched the first couple of windshields. Does the tool cut sides and top?

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

Yes it will but you will scratch the paint

I’m sure I can modify the blade to fit a regular sawzall right ? Anyone done that here ?

@ddemier

11 ай бұрын

I NEED THIS. did it work in a regular sazall?😊

I just today used a new M18 Milwaukee Hackzall with the HackOPS adapter installed despite any real helpful instructions other than looking at photos, videos etc---that's disappointing. Next up I noticed the standard Equalizer 3" x 10" blade slaps the windshield considerably which could be nearly eliminated by lengthening the sheath portion of this adapter. Had I been tying to save this windshield I'm not sure the excessive slapping would not have caused issues. Along with the possible damage to an otherwise savable windshield lengthening the sheath of this adapter would help extend the life of any blade, Equalizer or Tornado.

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice I will look into it. I noticed a little slap in the beginning but after getting used to the longer throw and using enough water to help cut out the windshield the slap is gone.

@jwa718

2 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools Thanks for the reply and I do hope you look into my suggestion. This is a nice addition to the Milwaukee Hackzall for windshield removal. I will be using this set up again soon and eventually acquire a bit more experience with this but so far the Equalizer 360 120VAC tool is my first choice. I do think over the longer term the HackZall won't last as long as the other Milwakee/Equalizer tools as its just not as heavy duty BUT this is a nice inexpensive powered cut out tool that's perfectly suited to occasional use. I've been using my Eqalizer 360 for about 11 years now and its still going strong.

Just wondering if the blade scratches the windshield, as they want $250 for a replacement glass and mine just replaced and is in perfect condition

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

It can possibly scratch it yes

Do you think the longer stroke would give less of a chance of saving the windshield?

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

Only if you are a newbie with the tool. Takes a few windshields to adjust.

So with this tool it’s pretty easy to get the wind shield out without breaking it huh?

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

It can still break pretty easy. It just helps the job.

Can the gear be some how adjusted so that it gives shorter strokes???

@oldphart-zc3jz

2 ай бұрын

Recip saws cannot because of the way the insides are designed. Replacement parts with a shorter stroke could certainly be machined but would not be cheap.

Hey question, on the m18 hackzall w pivoting shoe the hackops adapter would not work the same, right? Best recommendation is to use a non pivotal hackzall?

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

Yes that is correct

Are you cold knifing the top and sides?

@HackOPSTools

7 ай бұрын

Yes thats the best way to protect the paint

Why don't they make it for dewalt?

@HackOPSTools

4 ай бұрын

Dewalt doesn’t have a strong enough or big enough bass to attach anything to it

Will it fit the harbor freight bauer compact recip saw ?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

No I don’t think so

Would this sheith fit a makita sawzall

@HackOPSTools

11 ай бұрын

No I don’t think it will

Hey man what type of blades do you recommend will they just fit right in the sawzall

@HackOPSTools

11 ай бұрын

We sell one cprautoglassrepair.com/product/hackops-3-x-12-auto-glass-cut-out-blade/ Or you can use Equalizer blades

what you use for the top? can you use this for the top also?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

You can but not recommended

I could make one thanks

Milwaukee Hackzall m12 spade bit could it be used to remove the back windshield? What tool do you recommend?

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

It could help remove it but unbroken back windows would be best removed with a fiber line technique.

does the tool come with the gun

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

cprautoglassrepair.com/product/milwaukee-m18-with-hackops-sheath/

How you do side and top not in video

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

We use a cold knife

Hey buddy! I bought the M12 and it pretty much was a plug n play. I custom cut a equilizer sheath to do the same as the hack sheath you have and it’s ready to go! Yours is much nicer. Does the M18 need any other mods?

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

Nope they both fit the same way.

Did you have to drill holes in the hackzall to accommodate the adapter?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you do

@VEEZY_FISHING

2 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools might be a dumb question but how did you do it?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

@@VEEZY_FISHING the metal is a bit hard to drill so I started with a small carbide bit first slow drilling with oil then used a step drill bit. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lm1tupt7h6-nkpc.html

@VEEZY_FISHING

2 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools awesome. Appreciate the help!

If I buy the Milwaukee m18 will this be all I need for windshield removal? or will I need a different machine for something else?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

If you plan on removing multiple windows than you will need a arsenal of tools. Every windshield is different

@Vanguardcredit

2 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools i tried to order from your site but I was unable to.

Sent you an email via eBay. I messed up and ordered the blade adapter instead of the whole tool.😅

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

😂 it happens 🍻cheers bro

Yessssss 🖐️

Do you think it could be put on a m18 sawzall?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that’s what it is made for.

@ryanstang6340

2 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools I was referring to the larger one, I think GT calls it the Beast or something like that

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanstang6340 this is only for the M18 and M12 hackzalls

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

@@ryanstang6340 the larger one has a pivotal head and different shape

I want this mote

Thanks, what are you spraying by the way? And where to buy the widshields from?

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

Just water and we buy from Mygrant

@funniesttvshows7780

3 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks

Where can I buy this tool ???

@HackOPSTools

Жыл бұрын

cprautoglassrepair.com/hackops-tools/

Whats in the bottle and what are you doing across the top with?

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

I just use water in the bottle and I use a zip knife to cut most windshields out on the top and sides.

Don’t you have to cut the top of glass to

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I cut the top with a different tool. I am just showing how this tool can replace the long knife and save you time, money and headaches cutting the bottom.

Hi there, nice video, I have been debating if I should buy a similar tool from Equalizer or GTtools and when I saw your video I wondered if it is just a waste of money since it looks like a stock none modified reciprocating saw is working fine for you. Please let me know if is worth investing on a tool made for auto glass? Thanks.

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

Depending on what your planning on using the tool mostly for? This is an awesome inexpensive way to save time, your neck and head. It replaced the long knife method of cutting the bottom for me.

@MarlonArias5

3 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools I am using the tool for auto glass windshield removal, however I am a little concerned about the long strokes of the stock tool, I know the modified tools have a shorter stroke. Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you.

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarlonArias5 The longer strokes don’t seem to be a bother when you get used to it. Definitely cuts faster if the blade is sharp. Does need some getting used to coming into a top corner.

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarlonArias5 90% of vehicles I use this but occasionally I pull out the bigger heavier two handed monster 😆

@jwa718

2 жыл бұрын

I can't speak for the DeWalt tools Equalizer or GT Tools sell but the Milwaukee versions as sold by Equalizer are definitely NOT off-the-shelf Sawzall tools. They have their stroke modified better accommodate the optimal Equalizer blade cutting action. I learned this from DIY repairing one of the 360 degree tools.

What blade did u use??

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

I used an equalizer express blade. HackOPS has a blade coming out soon that will be cheaper.

@amedrod9611

3 жыл бұрын

@@HackOPSTools any blade that I used before wobbles a little, I assume that the adapter prevents that?? It looks interesting. Did you drill the holes for the screws??

@HackOPSTools

3 жыл бұрын

@@amedrod9611 Yes you got to drill the holes for the screws it comes with instructions.

Just use a windscreen cutter $12

What up with airplane noise in your video? Do next door to a international airport airport or something?

@HackOPSTools

2 жыл бұрын

No its March Air Force Base flying some shit