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Aug 3, 2024 2:14 PM

Kobalt 24V Brushless Tools (Bare Tools): 1/2" Drive Impact Wrench

$59

$99

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Lowes has Kobalt 24V Brushless Tools (Bare Tools) on sale for $59 each. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

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Lowes has Kobalt 24V Brushless Tools (Bare Tools) on sale for $59 each. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

Thanks Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal

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  • About this Offer:
    • These sale prices match the August 2023 Frontpage Deal which received + 20 votes from the community.
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    • Tools include 5-Year Limited Warranty

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Aug 4, 2024 12:35 AM
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WittyShape107Aug 4, 2024 12:35 AM
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This is a pretty solid deal for a DIY level impact. Not to piggy-back, but most stores also have the Bosch Freak for $59 on clearance in store. Almost identical specs but additional 1/4 in insert in anvil
Aug 4, 2024 10:13 PM
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ThoreauHDAug 4, 2024 10:13 PM
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We need a spreadsheet of where to get the cheapest batteries, or generics, for each brand. They seem to be selling these like printers and cartridges. Tool costs nothing, but oh boy, that electricity sure will cost you.
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Aug 4, 2024 10:17 PM
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ShrewdMoney869Aug 4, 2024 10:17 PM
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Quote from ThoreauHD View quoted comment :
We need a spreadsheet of where to get the cheapest batteries, or generics, for each brand. They seem to be selling these like printers and cartridges. Tool costs nothing, but oh boy, that electricity sure will cost you.
Kobalt has good sales on combo kits with batteries if you keep your eye out. Ryobi batteries / combo kits from Direct Tools Outlet can also have good deals.
Aug 5, 2024 1:06 AM
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iIIuminatiAug 5, 2024 1:06 AM
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I had this in both my cars. Plenty strong to break 90lbs lug nut. Torque test channel tested this up to 200 lbs. this is a good price to buy emergency uses.
Only reason I sold mine because I did the 2x 4Ah Ridgid Max battery with mid torque deals last month because I need additional batteries and the mid torque was at a sweet price spot.
Aug 5, 2024 2:47 AM
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guitarist0592Aug 5, 2024 2:47 AM
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Quote from iIIuminati View quoted comment :
I had this in both my cars. Plenty strong to break 90lbs lug nut. Torque test channel tested this up to 200 lbs. this is a good price to buy emergency uses.
Only reason I sold mine because I did the 2x 4Ah Ridgid Max battery with mid torque deals last month because I need additional batteries and the mid torque was at a sweet price spot.
I use this to break 129lbs easy peasy
Aug 8, 2024 11:54 AM
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DavidD6012Aug 8, 2024 11:54 AM
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Quote from guitarist0592 View quoted comment :
I use this to break 129lbs easy peasy
I'm an impact noob. What happens if the bolt you try to remove is stuck. Do you have a higher risk of breaking that bolt vs a breaker bar?
Aug 9, 2024 2:58 AM
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BrokenHomeAug 9, 2024 2:58 AM
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Quote from DavidD6012 View quoted comment :
I'm an impact noob. What happens if the bolt you try to remove is stuck. Do you have a higher risk of breaking that bolt vs a breaker bar?
An appropriately sized impact is LESS likely to cam or shear off a bolt than brute force through a breaker bar (dynamic force vs. static force). Wear eye protection and keep the impact pressed very hard against the fastener to prevent slippage and rounding. Only loosen machine bolts with 6-point impact sockets and impact guns. Hand-tighten and torque using a torque wrench if it's something valuable like a $50,000 truck.

If you're working with screws or small fasteners (<3/8"), a 1/4" impact driver will get the job done. For larger bolts & nuts (3/8 - 3/4" or 10mm-19mm if Metric), a 1/2" impact will be more successful.

I use a pneumatic gun when my 1/2" Kobalt struggles. It happens sometimes. You'll know if you're overloading the tool because it will just keep rattling away without removing the fastener and the nose will heat up rapidly. Stop before you burn up your tools. Sometimes bolt removal needs an alternating combination of static, dynamic, penetrating oil, and heat. Be especially careful if you combine the last two (oil burns). If you're unlucky enough to have to remove a drive pulley bolt, look into Lisle Harmonic Balancer sockets--goes great with a 1/2" impact and it will save you a LOT of headache.

Good luck with all your future fastener forays.

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Aug 9, 2024 6:59 PM
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DavidD6012Aug 9, 2024 6:59 PM
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Quote from BrokenHome View quoted comment :
An appropriately sized impact is LESS likely to cam or shear off a bolt than brute force through a breaker bar (dynamic force vs. static force). Wear eye protection and keep the impact pressed very hard against the fastener to prevent slippage and rounding. Only loosen machine bolts with 6-point impact sockets and impact guns. Hand-tighten and torque using a torque wrench if it's something valuable like a $50,000 truck.

If you're working with screws or small fasteners (<3/8"), a 1/4" impact driver will get the job done. For larger bolts & nuts (3/8 - 3/4" or 10mm-19mm if Metric), a 1/2" impact will be more successful.

I use a pneumatic gun when my 1/2" Kobalt struggles. It happens sometimes. You'll know if you're overloading the tool because it will just keep rattling away without removing the fastener and the nose will heat up rapidly. Stop before you burn up your tools. Sometimes bolt removal needs an alternating combination of static, dynamic, penetrating oil, and heat. Be especially careful if you combine the last two (oil burns). If you're unlucky enough to have to remove a drive pulley bolt, look into Lisle Harmonic Balancer sockets--goes great with a 1/2" impact and it will save you a LOT of headache.

Good luck with all your future fastener forays.
Thanks I'm getting ready to remove bolts on a rear sway bar on my Corolla torqued to 144 ft lbs. I had no idea the wrench has less chance to shear. Thank you!
Aug 10, 2024 8:52 PM
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BrokenHomeAug 10, 2024 8:52 PM
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Quote from DavidD6012 View quoted comment :
Thanks I'm getting ready to remove bolts on a rear sway bar on my Corolla torqued to 144 ft lbs. I had no idea the wrench has less chance to shear. Thank you!
You're welcome. Use an impact gun and impact sockets to remove the sway bar fasteners. During reinstall, start fasteners by hand, switch to regular socket wrench, and finish with torque wrench.

If you plan to do your own auto work, I strongly recommend investing in one or more torque wrenches. I presently use Huskies and Pittsburgh/ Harbor Freight. They're fine for at home work. None have exceeded 4% deviation during testing. Handle them like precision instruments and they will be.

If you're not ready to get a 1/2" torque wrench, O'Reilly and the other auto parts stores rent them out for "free" (just remember to bring receipt when you return rental tools).
Last edited by BrokenHome August 10, 2024 at 01:54 PM.
Aug 13, 2024 4:44 PM
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sheerrockoAug 13, 2024 4:44 PM
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I have used this impact when I replace my front suspension, as well as the tough harmonic balancer bolt on Honda and Acuras when replacing the timing belt. It is worth every penny!
Aug 13, 2024 4:48 PM
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braddahman86Aug 13, 2024 4:48 PM
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Quote from BrokenHome View quoted comment :
An appropriately sized impact is LESS likely to cam or shear off a bolt than brute force through a breaker bar (dynamic force vs. static force). Wear eye protection and keep the impact pressed very hard against the fastener to prevent slippage and rounding. Only loosen machine bolts with 6-point impact sockets and impact guns. Hand-tighten and torque using a torque wrench if it's something valuable like a $50,000 truck.

If you're working with screws or small fasteners (<3/8"), a 1/4" impact driver will get the job done. For larger bolts & nuts (3/8 - 3/4" or 10mm-19mm if Metric), a 1/2" impact will be more successful.

I use a pneumatic gun when my 1/2" Kobalt struggles. It happens sometimes. You'll know if you're overloading the tool because it will just keep rattling away without removing the fastener and the nose will heat up rapidly. Stop before you burn up your tools. Sometimes bolt removal needs an alternating combination of static, dynamic, penetrating oil, and heat. Be especially careful if you combine the last two (oil burns). If you're unlucky enough to have to remove a drive pulley bolt, look into Lisle Harmonic Balancer sockets--goes great with a 1/2" impact and it will save you a LOT of headache.

Good luck with all your future fastener forays.
Good tips. My 27mm on my Xterra is entering the chat on a water pump/timing belt replacement. Gonna look into the Lisle. Prob better than the $9 Harbor Freight set.
Aug 13, 2024 8:42 PM
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Orange_ElvisAug 13, 2024 8:42 PM
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this isn't the one that can rip the balls off of a charging rhino. this is the lower torque one.
Aug 13, 2024 11:40 PM
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JeremyInMTAug 13, 2024 11:40 PM
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I have this impact and it works great. Plenty of power.
Aug 14, 2024 11:15 PM
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Twiztid02737Aug 14, 2024 11:15 PM
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This tool is awesome. It saved me from taking tractor into a shop for taking a clutch off to replace a drive belt

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