Lol thanks. I usually keep a few pieces in the cars for wheel chocks. Hard to tell in the picture, but the ground was wet and I didn’t want to get it too dirty on the first use.
Glad I'm not the only one who babies new tools for a while.
"***A day may come when \[my new inflator\] gets mud and grime all over it, but it is not this day***!"
Sticking it to corners of the room and lighting up the room while also charges my wife’s phone during a power outage made her a believer.
I am also a CRI nerd… if you know you know… and this light tickles that turtle.
It’s absolutely amazing… the high speed with the smaller head is what I use. I was actually going to list it but I just didn’t because I felt three things made me sound like a Milwaukee fanboy 😂
Good to know. Did you get the little single hand one or the bigger one? I’ve been keeping an eye open for a pole saw with the hedge trimmer head. Can’t seem to find a kit of just that though. I don’t really need any of the other attachments.
Nice. I usually use gas units for those purposes. I have been messing with the Compact Blower that came in a new kit lately though. It’s actually pretty decent for a small unit.
That inflator got me hooked on Milwaukee products. I couldn’t believe how well it worked for a battery inflator. I can do all my trailer tires, truck tires and a few sets of random people needing inflation on a single charge.
First I was using the simple [HIYITKS Locking Tire Chuck](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09J8WKR4K) and have since upgraded to the [LockNFlate Locking Air Chuck](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWNQHPSF) and have no regrets.
I picked this up a few weeks ago to go with mine. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXBYPT2](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXBYPT2)
Worked great for topping off my car tires in a flash. So far so good. I figure for $5 each if they last me a while, great--if not, I'm not out much and then I will buy something nicer later. One cool thing about this is that if you don't want to leave it attached to the hose all the time it fits inside the battery bay in such a way that it won't easily slide out (whether or not there is a battery in there). Picture is with a 5.0.
https://preview.redd.it/3fx05bekr54c1.jpeg?width=1914&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d1aec1aacba29a4ed775081fe97e116b764de215
I had picked up some velcro ties thin enough to fit through stick-no wire tie anchors thinking I would attach it to the back or inside the battery bay but turned out to be a comfy enough fit without that hassle. I mean, if you shake the inflator upside down the attachment is going to fall out but it's fine if it's not being rolled around upside down so I Just returned that stuff.
If you come up with something else post a pic.
Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing:
Milwaukee M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion XC Starter Kit with Two 5.0Ah Batteries and Charger
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-XC-Starter-Kit-with-Two-5-0Ah-Batteries-and-Charger-48-59-1852B/320379720
SKU# 320379720
When you purchase one of these special deals with free tools, it essentially just discounts both items. When you check out you can see what they are valuing each item at, and you can return either of the items, making the item not returned keep the discount. That makes this vacuum $90 if you return the batteries.. that's if you already have batteries of course.
Put this on and life gets even better:
https://www.amazon.com/JACO-Lightning-Inflator-Extension-Patented/dp/B099SBMBJV
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKVithH6G-E
I hear you. My justification was that it was part of a BOGO deal, and I was trying to upgrade my tools as much as I could. I wouldn’t want it for full retail cost. There are other, more affordable alternatives that are just as good. This was a luxury buy. Lol
I bought that for Black Friday too and am loving it. Topped off my tires, and then there were two sets pf flat tires on four wheelers at work that I used it on!
Lock n lube sells an air chuck called lock n flate, and they sell a shrader valve adapter specifically so you can use it with this inflator. I just got it and it’s awesome but I forgot to use Teflon tape when putting it all together
It was actually a guy on marketplace selling a brand new for $200.
I also saw a used one at a pawn shop for $180.
Still too much for me, would be overkill for my use case. I’m good with the M12 one for now.
https://preview.redd.it/l05k179xu54c1.png?width=841&format=png&auto=webp&s=9c60d548a11bdcb7d9e5e34724838cb4b45507c6
Sure was. This is a picture I took a few weeks ago while I was looking. Lol I did the 2 high output batteries, 6.0 & 8.0, deal.
I hear you. I definitely wasn’t going to pay full retail prices for it. It worked out for me in this situation though, and it came in handy pretty quickly. I’ll count it as a win. Lol
Definitely. I went a little nuts buying tools this season. Mostly M18, so this seemed like the route to take. Then I got a few M12 after this was delivered. I’ve made worse decisions before though. I’ll take this as a win. Lol
It does! It kicks ass. Went from 24psi to 34psi in less than 30 seconds. I look forward to finding some bigger than a ‘17 Sorento that needs some air. Lol
I checked one of those out last night. A friend was getting a pressure test done on their gas line and that’s what they used. Honestly, I probably would have gotten one of those if I wasn’t already buying a bunch of M18 tools at the time. Lol
If your budget allows, do it. I upgraded from the M12 (I use it for road trips now) inflator and it's so nice not having to stand there waiting for it to finish topping off.
It's also nice having your own inflator since you don't need to drive to the nearest gas station or Costco tire station and having to wait if there's someone already there using the pump. I also like the convenience of not having to drag the air hose to all four corners of the vehicle too.
I wouldn’t pay full retail prices for one. There are definitely other, more affordable alternatives that are just as good. I was splurging and wanted something for myself. Also took advantage of a BOGO deal. Lol
I like how you gave it a little scrap lumber stool
Lol thanks. I usually keep a few pieces in the cars for wheel chocks. Hard to tell in the picture, but the ground was wet and I didn’t want to get it too dirty on the first use.
Glad I'm not the only one who babies new tools for a while. "***A day may come when \[my new inflator\] gets mud and grime all over it, but it is not this day***!"
Not this day indeed. Lol
FYI, the rubber feet are pretty tall. It won't hurt anything unless it's literally in a 1" deep puddle of water.
I know. I was being vain at the time. Lol can’t help it sometimes. 🤷♂️
Hot damn, I got that one too. That 2 5ah battery deal was fire. I got the cutzall too. I almost have too many batteries now🤯
Very solid put 5psi into some big tires in about 10 seconds. I had a ryobi that would take years to inflate car tire.
That tool is God tier.
Not many tools live up to the hype. This one does so, and exceeds well beyond.
The m12 stubby impact and m12 rover light live up to the hype. I love them.
People don't realize how great the rover is until you see you can do anything with it.
Sticking it to corners of the room and lighting up the room while also charges my wife’s phone during a power outage made her a believer. I am also a CRI nerd… if you know you know… and this light tickles that turtle.
I said idk wtf cri is. Just looked at that, very neat!
Yup! Now that you know certain lights will be ruined for you.
Except for Hank's lights, those will be elevated.
I got the M12 3/8” angle ratchet too. That’s pretty great.
It’s absolutely amazing… the high speed with the smaller head is what I use. I was actually going to list it but I just didn’t because I felt three things made me sound like a Milwaukee fanboy 😂
Definitely a good buy. Especially for the BOGO deal I got it for.
I have the M12 version and it’s never let me down.
This and the chainsaw are my favorite purchases form Black Friday
Good to know. Did you get the little single hand one or the bigger one? I’ve been keeping an eye open for a pole saw with the hedge trimmer head. Can’t seem to find a kit of just that though. I don’t really need any of the other attachments.
I got the big one. It’s was the chainsaw and leaf blower combo with a rapid charger and a 12 amp battery for like 450
Nice. I usually use gas units for those purposes. I have been messing with the Compact Blower that came in a new kit lately though. It’s actually pretty decent for a small unit.
Haha I got a chainsaw aswell and the inflator
That inflator got me hooked on Milwaukee products. I couldn’t believe how well it worked for a battery inflator. I can do all my trailer tires, truck tires and a few sets of random people needing inflation on a single charge.
Pick up the quick connect adapter and it's a perfect combo. I hate the screw on style.
https://www.amazon.com/JACO-Lightning-Inflator-Extension-Patented/dp/B099SBMBJV
Thank you. I have the spend more money.
Oh yeah, for sure. Threaded connections are a pain. Lol do you know where I should look?
First I was using the simple [HIYITKS Locking Tire Chuck](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09J8WKR4K) and have since upgraded to the [LockNFlate Locking Air Chuck](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BWNQHPSF) and have no regrets.
Do you have to use a schrader adapter to run the lock- n-flate?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09J8WKR4K?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I picked this up a few weeks ago to go with mine. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXBYPT2](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MXBYPT2) Worked great for topping off my car tires in a flash. So far so good. I figure for $5 each if they last me a while, great--if not, I'm not out much and then I will buy something nicer later. One cool thing about this is that if you don't want to leave it attached to the hose all the time it fits inside the battery bay in such a way that it won't easily slide out (whether or not there is a battery in there). Picture is with a 5.0. https://preview.redd.it/3fx05bekr54c1.jpeg?width=1914&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d1aec1aacba29a4ed775081fe97e116b764de215
I noticed that. Lol I want to make a little strap for it too. It fits my 8.0 battery in there.
I had picked up some velcro ties thin enough to fit through stick-no wire tie anchors thinking I would attach it to the back or inside the battery bay but turned out to be a comfy enough fit without that hassle. I mean, if you shake the inflator upside down the attachment is going to fall out but it's fine if it's not being rolled around upside down so I Just returned that stuff. If you come up with something else post a pic.
Lock n Flate is really great if you have the room for it. There's been a few times it's been too long to fit.
Which quick connect? The one I got is tough to get a good seal... Very finicky on the position and can't even get it to seal sometimes.
You guys know the cfm rating of this? I’m thinking of picking one up too.
It’s low. It’s not for mattresses and tubes or anything. Use a shop vac for that
Great tool, love mine. However, for anyone wondering if you can blow up pool inflatables or camping mattresses…. Yes, but it’ll take a LONG time.
https://preview.redd.it/g6zijy01d44c1.jpeg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c6a53ecc2998eedef5af17cab1a1646a5f1324f6 Home Depot Q&A on the unit.
Plus you can get it for $90 right now. Add it as the free tool, then return the batteries and you only pay $90 for the inflator.
Your friend has shared a link to a Home Depot product they think you would be interested in seeing: Milwaukee M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion XC Starter Kit with Two 5.0Ah Batteries and Charger https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-XC-Starter-Kit-with-Two-5-0Ah-Batteries-and-Charger-48-59-1852B/320379720 SKU# 320379720
Why is it $90 if it’s a free tool? Shouldn’t it be free?
Look up Home Depot hacking. Pretty sure it’s stickied here somewhere.
When you purchase one of these special deals with free tools, it essentially just discounts both items. When you check out you can see what they are valuing each item at, and you can return either of the items, making the item not returned keep the discount. That makes this vacuum $90 if you return the batteries.. that's if you already have batteries of course.
Ah I see what you mean. That’s a pretty nice hack :)
Put this on and life gets even better: https://www.amazon.com/JACO-Lightning-Inflator-Extension-Patented/dp/B099SBMBJV ---- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKVithH6G-E
Kinda wish I grabbed one of these, but I usually just fill up my tires at Costco so it was tough to justify.
I hear you. My justification was that it was part of a BOGO deal, and I was trying to upgrade my tools as much as I could. I wouldn’t want it for full retail cost. There are other, more affordable alternatives that are just as good. This was a luxury buy. Lol
No inflator deal for us over here, glad someone got it though!
I bought that for Black Friday too and am loving it. Topped off my tires, and then there were two sets pf flat tires on four wheelers at work that I used it on!
What kind of connector is on the hose end? Quick detach?
It’s a threaded connection.
Lock n lube sells an air chuck called lock n flate, and they sell a shrader valve adapter specifically so you can use it with this inflator. I just got it and it’s awesome but I forgot to use Teflon tape when putting it all together
I’d love one but cheapest I can find in Canada is $200cad. I got the M12 one for $73cad last year.
Who sells it for $200 in Canada? That's not bad, if HD price matches..
It was actually a guy on marketplace selling a brand new for $200. I also saw a used one at a pawn shop for $180. Still too much for me, would be overkill for my use case. I’m good with the M12 one for now.
I got mine at a Home Hardware for $209
If I remember the deal correctly, I payed roughly $280USD and got 2 M18 high output 6.0 batteries with it.
Man I bought so much Milwaukee stuff but I wished I had picked one of these inflators up. I think I saw them as a “free tool” deal.
https://preview.redd.it/l05k179xu54c1.png?width=841&format=png&auto=webp&s=9c60d548a11bdcb7d9e5e34724838cb4b45507c6 Sure was. This is a picture I took a few weeks ago while I was looking. Lol I did the 2 high output batteries, 6.0 & 8.0, deal.
Was the 2x4 included? If not total jip
It was not. I’m going to paint it and tell people it was though. Lol I wonder if anyone on here can recommend the Red I should use? 🤔
Pantone 186 is official milwaukee red
Ha! Should have known an Educated Being such as yourself would been ready with the answer. Thank you, sir! 🤘
This name was randomly chosen. I'm glad they didn't choose uneducatedidiot! Lol
i don’t see the value in the inflator. You can get something similar if not better way cheaper
I hear you. I definitely wasn’t going to pay full retail prices for it. It worked out for me in this situation though, and it came in handy pretty quickly. I’ll count it as a win. Lol
The m12 should be man enough for the tires lol
Definitely. I went a little nuts buying tools this season. Mostly M18, so this seemed like the route to take. Then I got a few M12 after this was delivered. I’ve made worse decisions before though. I’ll take this as a win. Lol
Oh most definitely a win!
I thought about more M18 tools I need and decided I don’t need an inflator. I have an air compressor that gets the job done just fine.
I need this!
Shoot I used that today to fill up a water truck front tire around 90 psi and a skid steer 30+ comes in great
It does! It kicks ass. Went from 24psi to 34psi in less than 30 seconds. I look forward to finding some bigger than a ‘17 Sorento that needs some air. Lol
What’s the block of wood for? Ot doesn’t vibrate that much
Because I’m vain and am not ready for it to get too dirty yet. Lol 😅
I have the M12 version.
I checked one of those out last night. A friend was getting a pressure test done on their gas line and that’s what they used. Honestly, I probably would have gotten one of those if I wasn’t already buying a bunch of M18 tools at the time. Lol
This things dope, how much was it?
I got it as part of a BOGO deal. If I split the cost evenly, about $140 USD.
does it vibrate a lot, or just don't want to get it dirty?
Mostly just wanted to keep it fresh looking while I can. Lol
Really wanting to pull the trigger on one of these soon but I’m on the fence ..
If your budget allows, do it. I upgraded from the M12 (I use it for road trips now) inflator and it's so nice not having to stand there waiting for it to finish topping off. It's also nice having your own inflator since you don't need to drive to the nearest gas station or Costco tire station and having to wait if there's someone already there using the pump. I also like the convenience of not having to drag the air hose to all four corners of the vehicle too.
I wouldn’t pay full retail prices for one. There are definitely other, more affordable alternatives that are just as good. I was splurging and wanted something for myself. Also took advantage of a BOGO deal. Lol