Finding the Correct Masonry Drill Bit: SDS, SDS-Plus, SDS Max, and Spline Drive
“What type of drill bit fits my hammer drill?”
This is one of the most common questions we get from hammer drill and rotary hammer owners here at eReplacementParts.com.
The confusion is very understandable, considering that there are several drill bit systems and terms out there that sometimes overlap in definition and compatibility.
We’re happy to take [...]
How to Diagnose Common Air Nailer Problems
A heavily-used air nailer can drive hundreds of nails in a day’s work, and considering how many moving parts an air nailer has, it’s easy to see why those parts can wear out or become damaged through normal use.
Nail guns might be tough, macho, workhorse power tools and all, but, like how the rest [...]
How to Winterize Power Tools and Machines
Seasonal power tools and machines work hard while the sun is shining and the grass is green, so they deserve (and need) some extra TLC when it’s time to store them for the winter.
We get a lot of questions about our guidelines for seasonal tool and machine storage, and this article is here to spell [...]
Drilling, Fastening, and Hammering Power Tools
There are tons of different kinds of power tools, and many different ways to separate them into categories. One of the best ways to simplify thinking about power tools and machines is to separate them into categories of their most basic functions.
This article discusses drilling, fastening, and hammering power tools, and it gives a short [...]
Soldering 101 for Tool Repair
Soldering is a fundamental skill for all kinds of professionals, hobbyists, and repairmen, including tool repairmen. Soldering spans a wide range of applications, from tiny circuit board work to the joining of plumbing, and there is a spectrum of soldering products and materials out there to meet those needs.
Although an essential skill, the soldering [...]
How to Take Apart the Bosch 11224VSR & 11228VSR Hammer Drills
The Bosch 11224VSR and 11228VSR Hammer Drills must be dismantled to perform repairs and maintenance, like lubrication. Dismantling and reassembling these hammer drills is best explained by video, and this article offers a video demonstrating each procedure.
Major parts involved in dismantling and reassembly are the Bit Holder Assembly, Gear Housing, Hammer Piston, Striker, and [...]
How to Change the Milwaukee Sawzall QUIK-LOK Blade Clamp Assembly
This article explains hwo to remove the QUIK-LOK Blade Clamp assembly on Milwaukee Sawzalls. The blade clamp assembly has to come off when being replaced and for other repairs.
This article has a video and step-by-step instructions to demonstrate this. Milwaukee’s instructions are also below the video.
*These instructions apply only to model numbers [...]
How to Change the Blade Clamp Assembly on the Bosch RS15 and RS20 Saws
This article explains how to remove the Blade Clamp Assembly from the Bosch RS15 and RS20 Reciprocating Saws. The blade clamp assembly needs to be removed when being replaced and when performing other repairs on the saw.
This article has a video and step-by-step instructions to demonstrate this.
Only a few tools are needed to remove the [...]
Wiring a 2-Terminal Power Tool Switch
Manufacturers occasionally change components in existing tools and machines that they carry. Often, the new components are a lot different than the old ones but are still compatible.
One good example of this is with power switches. Many manufacturers have replaced old, 4-terminal power switches in their tools with new, 2-terminal power switches.
Even though [...]
How to Hot-Wire Test a Cordless Drill Motor
The power switch may not be the problem if a cordless drill stops turning on. Sometimes a bad drill motor can prevent the tool from starting, even if the switch is good.
To determine the problem, the best method is to remove the switch and then hot-wire the drill motor to the drill’s rechargeable battery [...]