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What do you do with old battery power tools?
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Chubbs103
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Most of mine are DeWalt 18V. They need new batteries and I am thinking this is the answer:
18V to 20V Adapter - DCA1820 | DEWALT
I do not see a point in replacing the old style 18V.
Chubbs
18V to 20V Adapter - DCA1820 | DEWALT
I do not see a point in replacing the old style 18V.
Chubbs
Skeptic 9c
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Check your County website. There is usually a transfer center where they accept old power tools.
Geoff
Who visits his several times a year.
Geoff
Who visits his several times a year.
Hillbilly77
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I found a young guy that was just starting out with a home and family and gave a bunch of stuff to him.
For the cost of a couple batteries, he has a set of decent, serviceable tools.
FWIW, the batteries can usually be rebuilt for less than the cost of buying new ones.
For the cost of a couple batteries, he has a set of decent, serviceable tools.
FWIW, the batteries can usually be rebuilt for less than the cost of buying new ones.
bigwheelzip
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I replaced mine with corded tools, after the first ones died. I'm not going to be so far from an outlet that the convenience is worth the cost and aggravation of batteries.
The county recycle centers take the batteries.
The county recycle centers take the batteries.
Comparison Shop First
If batteries are available, might be better to simply replace the battery. HOWEVER, a few months ago, I needed to replace an 18-volt Dewalt battery that would no longer accept a charge. Home Depot wanted $85.00 for the battery. For $99.00 at the same store, I got a battery, charger, power tool (drill) and a nifty carry bag.
If batteries are available, might be better to simply replace the battery. HOWEVER, a few months ago, I needed to replace an 18-volt Dewalt battery that would no longer accept a charge. Home Depot wanted $85.00 for the battery. For $99.00 at the same store, I got a battery, charger, power tool (drill) and a nifty carry bag.
Ivan the Butcher
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I HAD the DeWalt 18v 4 pack in the huge suite-case the batteries were getting old and at $79 each (or 2 for $89 on sale). I bought a 6 pack of Ryobi 18v tools. I gave the DeWalt tools to my youngest son, who already had some 18v DeWalts. He found a source for brand new DeWalt batteries on the East Coast for $30 each and bought 6, so he was set for about 4 years, sold off the DeWalt stuff and went to a different system.
Ivan
Ivan
vonn
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The batteries usually cost enough that I just replace the tool when I find them on sale. The newer generation tools are usually much better. I need to check out the rebuilt option.
codenamedave
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I had an old, fairly cheap 12v drill that needed new batteries that I didn't want to have to buy for a secondary tool. I took one of the batts apart, hooked up the contact leads to some heavy gauge wire and a cigarette lighter plug, then used it with my jump box. Ran like a champ, still portable if not completely hand-held, and the battery lasted for a looong time.
Also, you might want to take a peek inside the battery case. I had an instance with a big-name brand where the problem was broken soldered attachments inside the case, on both batteries. Fixed that, and they worked fine.
Also, you might want to take a peek inside the battery case. I had an instance with a big-name brand where the problem was broken soldered attachments inside the case, on both batteries. Fixed that, and they worked fine.
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Depending on the tool... replace the battery.
My 9.6v DeWalt drill is a keeper. It's the perfect size plus it's got close to 20 years of paint and stains, scrapes and scratches and blood history recorded on it. That and utility step ladder... never let go.
My 9.6v DeWalt drill is a keeper. It's the perfect size plus it's got close to 20 years of paint and stains, scrapes and scratches and blood history recorded on it. That and utility step ladder... never let go.
Limited application and about $110 for a battery and the needed charger.
Do a search for knock offs or just get the guts. Easy to replace.
Maple Trapper
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Being a maple syrup producer I use loads of cordless tools. I replace the batteries when they'll no longer take or hold a charge. Most are DeWalt, but I have 3-4 other brands. I think I get more for my buck buying aftermarket batteries in the largest AH size offered.
My wife has done well buying yard sale tools for me too. Once she bought a whole set of tools, Ryobe (2 18V drills, 2 18V circular saws, a cordless light, a cordless miter saw and a cordless reciprocating saw). I bought a charger and 2 high AH replacement batteries. I've used them plenty over the past 12-14 years. Recently she picked up a 14.4V drill, impact 1/4" driver, a carry bag, 2 chargers , one good battery and 3-4 no good batteries. All DeWalt, since I had all 18V and 20V DeWalt, I ordered 2 high AH batteries, aftermarket, both tools work fine. On 18V DeWalt batteries I used to buy the twin pack DeWalt batteries from Lowes when they put them on sale. I've pd as little as $79 less 5% for 2, normally $89 for one.
The only time I get rid of a cordless tool is when it no longer works with a good battery in it.
I likely have 25+ cordless tools and they all get used regularly. The main thing is to keep the NiCad batteries charged, draw them down to zero then recharge, on the few lithiums I have, charge them anytime and keep them full.
My wife has done well buying yard sale tools for me too. Once she bought a whole set of tools, Ryobe (2 18V drills, 2 18V circular saws, a cordless light, a cordless miter saw and a cordless reciprocating saw). I bought a charger and 2 high AH replacement batteries. I've used them plenty over the past 12-14 years. Recently she picked up a 14.4V drill, impact 1/4" driver, a carry bag, 2 chargers , one good battery and 3-4 no good batteries. All DeWalt, since I had all 18V and 20V DeWalt, I ordered 2 high AH batteries, aftermarket, both tools work fine. On 18V DeWalt batteries I used to buy the twin pack DeWalt batteries from Lowes when they put them on sale. I've pd as little as $79 less 5% for 2, normally $89 for one.
The only time I get rid of a cordless tool is when it no longer works with a good battery in it.
I likely have 25+ cordless tools and they all get used regularly. The main thing is to keep the NiCad batteries charged, draw them down to zero then recharge, on the few lithiums I have, charge them anytime and keep them full.
CAJUNLAWYER
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If that was a gun it would be signs of honest use or patinaDepending on the tool... replace the battery.
My 9.6v DeWalt drill is a keeper. It's the perfect size plus it's got close to 20 years of paint and stains, scrapes and scratches and blood history recorded on it. That and utility step ladder... never let go.
I've never had good luck with the DeWalt -finally got a 12V Rockwell with which I am well pleased. Anything that needs more power I go with a corded drill.
Try an Interstate Battery store if you have one near. I have had batteries rebuilt many times. Sometimes at less than half the regular replacement cost.
Get There - Interstate Batteries
Get There - Interstate Batteries
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oneounceload
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You could see if a high school or vo-tech ed center could use them
Depending on the tool... replace the battery.
My 9.6v DeWalt drill is a keeper. It's the perfect size plus it's got close to 20 years of paint and stains, scrapes and scratches and blood history recorded on it. That and utility step ladder... never let go.
But where is the original box, charger and papers??
When I determined I was going to buy new because cost of new was about the cost of buying replacement batteries, I found a guy on craigslist who wanted it.
I've been happily surprised at the enterprising folks I've found on craigslist willing to take stuff so they can improve their lives:
* Young couple upgrading their house - they took some sinks we were getting rid of.
* Family taking our basement carpeting we'd pulled out so they could put it in their unfinished basement for his brother and family to live on for a while while they got back on their feet.
* Husband/wife outfitting their trailer with furniture because they couldn't afford much.
The skeptics might say we were being given lines/stories that sounded good - and maybe that's true. But they had put in the effort to come over and get the stuff (and not stand on a street corner flying a sign).
I've been happily surprised at the enterprising folks I've found on craigslist willing to take stuff so they can improve their lives:
* Young couple upgrading their house - they took some sinks we were getting rid of.
* Family taking our basement carpeting we'd pulled out so they could put it in their unfinished basement for his brother and family to live on for a while while they got back on their feet.
* Husband/wife outfitting their trailer with furniture because they couldn't afford much.
The skeptics might say we were being given lines/stories that sounded good - and maybe that's true. But they had put in the effort to come over and get the stuff (and not stand on a street corner flying a sign).
I have a power tool kit, with drill, circular saw,saber saw, light, vacuum etc. The batteries died. I found some no name ones on Amazon for not a lot of money compared to name brand or having them rebuilt. It was worth it. They are all made in China anyway.
Targets Guy
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I'm dreading the day I have to replace the batteries. So far so good. Chain saw, circular saw, weed eater, blower, drill, driver they are all still working.
Depending on the tool... replace the battery.
My 9.6v DeWalt drill is a keeper. It's the perfect size plus it's got close to 20 years of paint and stains, scrapes and scratches and blood history recorded on it. That and utility step ladder... never let go.
I've seen "pistols" like that on GoinBroker listed as NIB!!
