looks like it does an excellent job for what it was designed for. it will allow you to remove bolts in hard to reach places that don't exactly need as much power to remove as a gun impact would have. mine arrived yesterday.

Its great for your upper rear shock mounts. They only get put down at 20 ft lbs. It eliminates the need for a wrench to keep nut from spinning. Stubby 3/8 will also do just as good.

Mighty fine demo, thank you! It appears their is a market need for a really powerful right angle impact. This unit does quite a bit and like you said it apparently has a limit to about a 14mm fastener, which covers a heck of a lot of ground under the hood. I have wanted one just for exhaust manifold fasteners but do not know if it would have the oomph the break those nasty rusted bolts and nuts.

If nothing else it would make a handy 3lb hammer. Looks like it zips those bolts out way faster than a standard battery ratchet. Nice review!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely makes things more efficient when it fits.

Awesome video! My 1/2 came in the mail and cant wait to test out this bad boy on my channel!

@mike_t_007

3 ай бұрын

How do you like it? Just ordered the 1/2 Ridgid today and can't wait for it to arrive 😎

Great review. Real world use is the type of thing I need. I don't expect this thing to change lug nuts on my full size truck. I need it for bolts under the hood and in places where my big impact won't work. (like exhaust manifold bolts on my 5.3 GM)

I found that 6.0 battery give more power I have the 1/2 in ..I do autobody and like this tool keeps me from breaking out the big impact on a lot of jobs I got the tool only already have batteries nice tool👍🏼

Very well presented and great info. Keep up the great work!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I was really looking forward to this review Brian, I have been wanting to see it in action. I think I will be going for a long reach Milwaukee ratchet now. I like being able to break the bolts free if needed. Thanks Brian 👍

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped make the right decision for you. Thank you for watching!

Thank you for the awesome real world review

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Bryan Fuentez thank you for watching!

As far as the larger fasteners, if you use the bigger battery it might be able to handle them. The larger battery has higher amperage so therefore it's able to deliver more power. Maybe that's a route to explore for the next video.

As someone who is trying not to buy every tool Milwaukee makes, I got this hoping it will do the job of two tools, at least most of the time. So, while I am interested in max torque, I am also interested in doing lighter stuff quickly but somewhat delicately…so far so good! Using mode 1 and trigger control I have been able to do small stuff that I used to do with my old off brand, now mostly dead, cordless ratchet!

really informative video. now i know exactly to expect and can decide if its worth it for me. Thank you

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Unknown LC4 Glad you like the video. Thank you for watching!

It’s a good extra tool if you like collecting tools

Great review! I'm torn between getting a electric vs air ratchet. Finally! Milwaukee came out with an impact wrench I was wondering how it would compare against an "air ratchet"??? Thanks!!!

They are good tools to have. I have the ingersol rand 20v right angle and honestly i don't use it much. But when i need it its great! Upper control arm bolts are a common thing i use a right angle impact for. Speed is key and all, add rust and even the most powerful power ratchet gets caught up alot. Anyway these tools are no substitute for a regular impact or a cordless ratchet! A great ayou ddition to your tools but they should be purchased AFTER you have a ratchet and impact in that size.

Nicely demonstrated.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

thank you for video so we can understand that we really need it

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Lol sorry for making you spend money 🤓

Good video I like the honesty

Another tool to add to my ever growing Milwaukee future purchases list. Thanks for a very informative video.

@chasl3645

4 жыл бұрын

If you cant wrench with it then it's not an impact wrench. It's a right angle impact tool.

@thalegacy6

3 жыл бұрын

If you don't buy now you never will! That's what I keep telling myself... Easy to go broke nowadays!

@greasee.monkey7224

3 жыл бұрын

@@thalegacy6 All of my Milwaukee purchases have been saved for & then bought. I have a few ahead of this one. But mark my words, I will get there.

@thalegacy6

3 жыл бұрын

@@greasee.monkey7224 I use Robinhood for my Milwaukee stuff, but TD Ameritrade for more goal orientated objects. I allow myself a month to double my money hahah! They make tools that make my life easier.

Always good reviews

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great review, really helped me make m decision

@FAMOUSSLICKRICK

3 жыл бұрын

You are right. Me to sir. 😎

Hi, this video was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the upload. I bought a M12 FIR38LR (75NM) to undo a 21mm rear shock bolt. It’s got no guts. I can hold the socket tight in my fist and it can’t turn the socket. It has no power. Apparently this is normal , so the head distribution place in UK says. After watching this tool, maybe this would not do it either. The right hand rear shock access is tight with the exhaust in the way. Last time it took me hours with a manual ratchet. Was so looking forward to using my brand new tool.

I kind of want one but at the same time I can't think of many jobs I would chose it over the M12 stubby

You have some of the best reviews!

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Wish it had more breakaway Torque. This would be awesome for doing air bags on buses.

@michaelclabaugh9634

4 жыл бұрын

Just break the nut loose then use this to finish it off. I'd like to get it for the same job and class 8 diesel trucks and trailers airbags

Great Review !

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is a tool from the future

I started out with the Kobalt right angle impact which it just too weak and ended up with the Milwaukee as the Kobalt couldn't even break the caliper free. I'm just a DIYer and it works fine for me. I also had to use my high torque impact to remove those larger brake bolts.

@ckong46

Жыл бұрын

Wat amp hour battery u using? That's the problem why your not able to break it loose. I'm assuming your using a 2ah battery. Should try the 6ah. Totally turn it into a hulk lol

It’s really good in certain situations. I primarily use it for jeep suspension builds. I probably should have bought the 1/2 version since that’s what I mostly use but I had a nice set of Cornwell 3/8 impact sockets. Not at all disappointed but also not super impressed.

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about it right right there in the middle. Thank you for watching!

Those power mode button tend to break. It did on my both stubby impact gun.

Please make a 3/4 inch one @milwaukeetools

Use Swivel impact sockets my guy good video 👍

Nice gun👍

Can’t forget you’re also only using a 2amp battery once you go 4 amp and up you’ll feel the power difference.

I was considering buying this tool. but after seeing how u struggle to remove t brake caliper bracket bolts. u just saved me some money.

@onintrie224

3 жыл бұрын

Not if you use the 6amp battery...

@JuanHernandez-ov8wv

3 жыл бұрын

@@onintrie224 well God damn bro a 6amp battery what's the point of that looks heavy enough n now a bigger battery.thats double t weight for effort.n then t cost for that battery Seems pointless.ratchet with long handle to lose then use my m12 .milfucky to loosen.

@onintrie224

3 жыл бұрын

@@JuanHernandez-ov8wv you got a point, but still lighter compared to the M18...

The reason why I ended up here was a tight bolt and it happened to be the exact same caliper bolt this failed to open. 😢 Still not sure whether to buy it.

Why wasn’t an XC battery used?

Thank you Brian. Good job. Looks like they exaggerated the breaking torque of 220 ft. lbs. They probably meant 220 inch lbs. Have a blessed and safe week to you and your family.

@pumanegro3636

2 жыл бұрын

That's equivalent to about 18 FT/LBs. This tool does not have 220 break away torque, but it's up there. I've removed f-350 lug nuts which are in the 140-165FT/LBs with ease.

@vancamper7650

Жыл бұрын

@@pumanegro3636 Throw on the XC4.0, and better yet the XC6.0, and you will change your mind. After unboxing, I tested on 30mm bolts that were used for assembling my 20 ton floor press (xc 6.0 Battery). It took 11 secs to remove it with a twisted split ring washer 1/8 inch thick set at 200 ft lbs, simulating rust situation pretty much. With split ring washer removed, I stepped it up to 220 ft lbs, and it took it off in under 2 secs....suprised me how fast it came off (using 1/2 inch model). Used heavy sockets (reg length), they make a difference.....hit harder, like sledge vs regular hammer.

Hell yes I love my it helps a lot

Seems like this tool was only made to take off two caliper bolts. I feel like anything else you could use the stubby or the electric ratchet.

@patrickmcmahon1110

5 ай бұрын

I bought it for applications where a ratchet isn't strong enough and an impact won't fit and for those situations I think it's great.

Looking to purchase one but debating whether air or battery powered to replace a broken one...thanx!

@azndrgnboi34

4 жыл бұрын

I was in the same boat as you! Initially I was thinking how is 12V going to compete with 125psi air tool! I should of went with my instinct. I bought this tool to remove the Upper Control Arm for my Car. The space is IMPOSSIBLE for any Standard Neumatic Air Gun!!! With this Tool it may easily fit in the tight spots with the 90 Degree! I was excited to try and remove the Control Arm. I received the tool and went straight to my car. I removed the tire and grabbed the 19mm Socket! I made sure it was tight on the bolt and was excited to pull the trigger! I push the button with all my strength and the Tool began to impact!!! To my surprise!!! The Bolt did NOT budge one bit!!!! What a waste of time!!! Returned the Tool and paid a Mechanic to do the Job!!!

Yes, is for me... HVAC-R Technician

When you were putting the header bolts back on, could've just used the 4th setting which runs down to 10 ft pounds or something like that

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely could’ve. I’m old-school I like to use the variable trigger

It's an improvement compared to the m18 right angle impact that could only remove 10mm bolts. 12mm was touch and go. 14mm forget about it. Shame this tool can't do 17mm caliper brackets. Hopefully the next gen will get there

@kaimingleung1396

4 жыл бұрын

It's because it's the 3/8 version with the smaller battery and he used a small impact socket, then added an extension - all those things will absolutely kill impact torque. I have the 1/2 version with an xc6.0 battery and took 19mm nuts fastened to 145ft/lbs off my front struts with no issue with a deep well impact socket. 21mm 90ft/lb lug nuts and 90ft/lb control arm nuts with some rust were not a challenge either - all flew off after a few impacts.

@macauleyh5

3 жыл бұрын

@@kaimingleung1396 mine struggles to remove 17mm lug nuts that are torqued to 120nm (88ft-lb) thats using deep impact sockets (6 point) 1/2" with the 6ah pack. The same result even after manually breaking them off and torquing then back up and them impacting them off

If it also locked like the weak ratchets do it would be perfect, actually ill add if it had a second on switch on the front somewhere, as that would help when you would put your hand over the ratchet, not a deal breaker.

When in EUROPE ??

Respectfully I cannot see it being more beneficial to me it didn't seem like any bolts it broke loose were factory tight just seemed like it had been previously I would give it a three on a scale of one to ten ten being better

@Bodyman4life

4 жыл бұрын

If you get the 6.0 battery its a big difference I’ve used it on suspension,exhaust and lugs works great so far

@hectorgz8392

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah he was using a small battery that doesn’t produce as much power as the 4 or 6amp

You got the 4th mode backward my friend, it’s for running a bolt or nut down, when it detects resistance it stops making that fastener ready to be torqued with a torque wrench.

@mikezupancic2182

3 жыл бұрын

It does both according to what I have read.

I'm on the fence on the 90' impact. I've been giving it the beans for a few days now not Shure about it's worth $$$

@RickyX64

4 жыл бұрын

I got the ratchet and 1/2 mid torque, so maybe I'll wait for a more compact version to come out

@Volksoner619

3 жыл бұрын

If you have the budget and space in your box it’s a handy tool to have. I just wouldn’t call it a necessity.

@itsatoolthing6323

3 жыл бұрын

@@Volksoner619 ya it not a wast. But in my case I had a old Ingersoll Rand Hammerhead that I've been unimpressed with but does as good of a job

Which would you recommend using , the 1/2 or 3/8 drive?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Andy Albor 3/8 all the way. There’s not enough torque for half inch sockets. Plus you have a lot more socket options with 3/8

@andyalbor2814

4 жыл бұрын

How to Automotive Also for the Milwaukee ratcheting tools, which drive would you recommend on using, 1/4 or 3/8 drive?

@nathanielcrowder1978

3 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive I’m buying tools to work on my freightliner Coronado. What torque range should I move up to 1/2 anvil? The mid torque?

I recently purchased the m12 Fuel Driven to Outperform and what I did was watch a few reviews on it to see what batteries to get for it to get the most power out of it and if your not using the XC4.0 battery minimum for work then you are wasting your time I purchased 3 XC6.0 no problem 👍🏾 but if you don’t do your research you will get disappointed 😢

it doesn’t ot work to remove nuts from tires?

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

It’s not design to. To do that you have to add extensions and and that reduces the torque

i like your review style i will try it in my next video (Arabic content)

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Got a review on comparison of ATG, CAT, Kobalt, IR & Milwaukee?

@michaelmangino9819

3 жыл бұрын

The Milwaukee has like 30ftps more tork the the bigger bulkier Xtr.. Kobalt.

@angelisone

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelmangino9819 Actually the Kobalt has more reverse torque than Milwaukee. Based on two, they both are too heavy to hold & use (4A batery)?

@michaelmangino9819

3 жыл бұрын

@@angelisone not to heavy for me . I think it's light. My hand fits perfect to it

@angelisone

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelmangino9819 It's not heavy for you with a 4A or 6A battery?

@michaelmangino9819

3 жыл бұрын

@@angelisone no, all I have for my m12 are 6.0.. I do think the button to control imo should be like 4inches more towards the anvil end. But other being a bit to long I thinks it's balanced and very easy to handle. I wish the came out w it last yr. Bcuz id prolly not bought the 1/2 inch ratchet that only had 175rpms.. But yea I think it's sweet. It's really about like the ratchet. Just kinda heavier on the anvil end vs it. Same diameter as the ratchets.

Do you recommend 1/2 or 3/8 drive?

@rickrios7808

3 жыл бұрын

3/8

@Volksoner619

3 жыл бұрын

Depends on what you’re working on. I got 3/8 because I had a nice set of mostly unused cornwell sockets but should’ve gotten 1/2 because it’s what I mostly use. It’s a great tool for suspension and brakes but know that you’ll need to break loose some (rusted/thread locked) stuff with a bar.

A deep well socket would have worked on that bracket bolt.

I was excited about this tool but i dont understand why it has to be so long...

I just returned the 1/2" version, I tried it on multiple fasteners, only broke one loose. The sad part, the M12 extended ratchet broke loose more bolts then the right angle. And yes, the extended ratchet is not intended to break loose fasteners. Really disappointed, as I do have a use for the right angle. I ordered another in 3/8", will give that a shot, as the 3/8" M12 tools seem to be better than the 1/2", which is odd, because the only difference between the two is the anvil.

@mike_t_007

3 ай бұрын

What size battery did you use? For these you need the 5 or 6AH to get some power out of it

@michaelwright1602

3 ай бұрын

@@mike_t_007 It was the high amp battery. I have a few of various amperage. I always go for the big ones. And it was a Milwaukee battery.

I want it I want it I want it I WANT IT Like kid in the store when see a new toy

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Lol

If you use 5 amp battery, you will gain a lot of power

if you use the 1/2 version you get more work done. half inch sockets hit harder than 3/8s sockets .not opinion if its science

@jbpasion071

4 жыл бұрын

Copy that! My 1/2 came in the mail couple days back and wanting to wrench on the car real soon! Stay tuned to my channel for more vlogs 😎

I like this tool and thank you for making a review on this but I’ll pass on this tool!

Well that’s disappointing. You demonstrated it in wide open circumstances and in tight spaces it still wouldn’t fit. What about if you need to remove a harmonic balancer w/o having to take the front end off? Too big? Seems so.

I mean at some point it starts getting a bit ridiculous, having to carry around 3 power tools just to remove one part from the car. 98% you can do with a mid torque and decent adapters.

6ah battery makes a huge difference.

Milwaukee are very smart. They always release small torques first after we buy it all then they let the big torque out . So if I buy this one I don’t need the others

@HowtoAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think they’re planning that. I think they just keep improving their tools but it is funny.

@kensimon4478

3 жыл бұрын

@@HowtoAutomotive they are planning that. They are in the business of selling toolS.

I think Milwaukee is reaching with the new ratchets. I don't think they justify the power and cost compared to older series. The ratchet head is also not going to fit in most places that people need them to fit into. I would only buy it if you can't live without it. I am personally going to save my money.

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

kj197734 I don’t know if they’re reaching I like the innovation in the moving forward.

@porkstamina

4 жыл бұрын

These aren't new ratchets though. It's basically their M12 stubby impact wrench in a similar case as the ratchet. It does seem like it's rare though that you'd need to use this specific tool, instead of the stubby or the fuel ratchet.

@kaimingleung1396

4 жыл бұрын

Honestly I think it's a great tool for someone who doesn't already have the stubby. Like if you don't already have the M12 stubby and you're deciding between the two, then this is the definitely the tool to get unless you really don't like the ratchet form factor or you're using it in a non-automotive setting where clearance is not so much an issue. I'd also say that the 1/2, hog/friction-ring version of this tool is the one to get for ease of use and maximum effectiveness. Get the bare tool and at least an xc4.0 battery as well. Like I wanted to get the stubby, but I waited for this to come out and I'm glad I did. I see no reason for me to get the M12 stubby now, the 3/8 fuel ratchet and the 1/2 right angle impact are the go-to-tools in my bag with an 18" 1/2 ratcheting breaker from Harbor Freight and a 1/4 ratchet as a situational backups.

Have one in 1/2 drive. Torque is extremely weak...nowhere near 220 ft-lb advertised. Wouldn't break out a measured 105 ft-lb bolt. Has 85 ft-lb effort at most regardless of setting

Free tool and very limited need for it. Almost every bolt you took out could have been done with the stubby or fuel 3:8 ratchet and a lot lighter

Why are people even trying to use the (ratchet) to break fasteners free. Just because it has a (torque) rating? Try it with a air ratchet, LOL and crush your knuckles.. Ratchets are ratchets, they don't impact. That's why this tool is a RIGHT ANGLE IMPACT and the ratchet not a called a impact ratchet

Just got mine. The head is heavy and the power is less than expected

4th :D awesome vid

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Head too big, most area wont fit, max loosen 21mm, and must no use lock tight, if I can try before buy, for sure wont.

Giveaway ?

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

TheOutwiththeold maybe in the future I’ll see what I can do and if I do it will be on my Instagram page.

Don't forget this tool eats batteries!

The head its to big not so good for car work cars have small spaces

If you have the stubbies and fuel ratchets, this tool is useless. Interesting idea, just not powerful enough to be life changing

@HowtoAutomotive

4 жыл бұрын

It can’t get into tighter spices then study. It’s about an inch and a half to 2 inches shorter so that’s the advantage

Its got no power and bulky

@mike_t_007

3 ай бұрын

Did you watch the video at all?