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popular Posted by TRUMP_XD • Nov 10, 2023
popular Posted by TRUMP_XD • Nov 10, 2023

Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-1/ 2 in. /5 in. X-LOCK Angle Grinder with AFT, Tool Only XAG25Z - $85.46

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$85.46 after hack.

Good deal for people on the platform already who need to add a grinder with a lock switch rather than paddle. Lemme know if this product commonly sells for less than $85, and I'll delete my poast


https://www.homedepot.com/p/Makit.../314975198
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$85.46 after hack.

Good deal for people on the platform already who need to add a grinder with a lock switch rather than paddle. Lemme know if this product commonly sells for less than $85, and I'll delete my poast


https://www.homedepot.com/p/Makit.../314975198

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Nov 10, 2023
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TRUMP_XD
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So I see that the x lock is awesome in that it makes changing blades so much easier while using xlock blades and then also it works for regular standard non x lock blades as well still..

Is that right / how is it possible that it works with both and u get the best of both worlds??
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Nov 10, 2023
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lettermacaw187
Nov 10, 2023
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would have got this but got the milwaukee one - it goes on sale a lot, makita not so much
Nov 10, 2023
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RR78
Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from not_fake_n_ghey :
So I see that the x lock is awesome in that it makes changing blades so much easier while using xlock blades and then also it works for regular standard non x lock blades as well still..

Is that right / how is it possible that it works with both and u get the best of both worlds??
Non X lock ones you install the old way
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Quote from ScarletNarwhal408 :
would have got this but got the milwaukee one - it goes on sale a lot, makita not so much
I got the Milwaukee as well but getting a second or third grinder is nice in order to keep dedicated blade types on each
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Nov 10, 2023
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HEpennypacker50
Nov 10, 2023
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Is there an advantage to having the lock switch vs paddle to power the grinder? Maybe when you are doing a large area of grinding, it's better to have the slide lock?
Nov 10, 2023
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microwaveric
Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from RR78 :
Non X lock ones you install the old way
According to the listing the grinder is not compatible with traditional round arbor hole wheels, but the x-lock wheels themselves can be used on a traditional grinder arbor.

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Nov 10, 2023
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EagerStranger2889
Nov 10, 2023
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What's the hack?
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Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from HEpennypacker50 :
Is there an advantage to having the lock switch vs paddle to power the grinder? Maybe when you are doing a large area of grinding, it's better to have the slide lock?
Personal preference for me (I have a cheap corded grinder with slide lock, but my cordless ones all have triggers). When using my ginders I always have my hands on the body, so by default, I am holding down the trigger. If I were to drop the grinder, get something caught in the wheel or brush, or somehow lose control for some reason, it would shut off when I released my hand...not so much with a slide lock.
Last edited by RavenHawk November 10, 2023 at 12:11 PM.
Nov 10, 2023
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EfficientStep561
Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from not_fake_n_ghey :
So I see that the x lock is awesome in that it makes changing blades so much easier while using xlock blades and then also it works for regular standard non x lock blades as well still..

Is that right / how is it possible that it works with both and u get the best of both worlds??
The x-lock blades can be used on either type of grinder but the grinder itself will only work with x-lock blades.
Nov 10, 2023
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helofrend
Nov 10, 2023
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They don't get any cheaper than this. Got the paddle version last week. Excellent tool. Paddle vs switch is just personal preference. Some prefer the switch so it will stay on no matter how you're holding it. Some people don't like the fatigue of squeezing the paddle when using it for long durations... I'm not that guy.

Per the makita website, only the paddle version has an electronic brake. If true, this is a useful feature for me. Neither have speed control. For the US grinders, there is no single grinder that has every feature all in one. X-lock, aft, e brake, speed control, etc. I settled on the xag26z as the best for me, but if it weren't on sale, would have happily gone with the 25.

Also, the 40v versions do have more power as expected, but not worth the premium price and new platform for me. If I need more power, I'll get a corded as well.
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ducksdontcrow
Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from not_fake_n_ghey :
So I see that the x lock is awesome in that it makes changing blades so much easier while using xlock blades and then also it works for regular standard non x lock blades as well still..

Is that right / how is it possible that it works with both and u get the best of both worlds??
I have this grinder and the x lock is love and hate… Love the speed of changing but your limited in discs you can use drastically... And you'll be paying a premium for those discs (no harbor freight).
Nov 10, 2023
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AmusedNarwhal572
Nov 10, 2023
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New to this hack. So buy the combo and then return the battery/charger? Keep grinder.
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RavenHawk
Nov 10, 2023
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Quote from AmusedNarwhal572 :
New to this hack. So buy the combo and then return the battery/charger? Keep grinder.
Correct, although you could order for p/u at 2 different locations, pick up the grinder, and let the battery p/u cancel itself out after a week or so.
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randomslickdealer
Nov 11, 2023
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I have one of these and hate it. Not because of how it works, but because it doesn't work with standard discs. The ability to change a disc quickly doesn't matter. One who needs multiple discs at once just buys more grinders. The disks cost quite a bit more, can't be purchased everywhere. In particular I can't purchase them at any of the 3 hardware stores near me. I can only purchase them at Home Depot or online.

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