Can I order a new chuck? And if so, where are instructions for removal and installation?

Hi Bill,

Yes, all of the 14.4 Volt batteries will work with the 14.4 Volt tools. If you are upgrading to a different battery, such as the Lithium Ion batteries, you may need to replace your charger as well. The charger for your NiCD batteries wouldn't charge the lithium batteries, you would need to purchase a new charger. The new charger for the lithium battery would also be able to charge all of your nickel based batteries.

I hope this helps!

-Mark

Did you look at part 11 here:
DeWALT DC728 Parts List and Diagram - Type 1 : eReplacementparts.com

[QUOTE=Stephen Tashiro;1673]Did you look at part 11 here:
DeWALT DC728 Parts List and Diagram - Type 1 : eReplacementparts.com"


Thanks!

Yes I did, but it looks like the collar that adjusts the tension (because it looks narrow) and not the collar that adjusts the bit openning.

Now that I look at it closer, it's item number 5 (keyless chuck). Problem is I only need the black plastic cover and not the entire unit. The entire unit is $38.00 plus shipping. Guess I have to call them to get more info.

Mahalo from the Island of Kauai Hawaii!

[QUOTE=Kauaiguy;1678]Problem is I only need the black plastic cover and not the entire unit."

Unfortunately individual components of chucks aren't available. When those sleeves wear out you'll have to get a new chuck. Most power tool manufacturers don't build their own chucks, but buy them from Jacobs or Rohm for use on their tools.

MY KEYLESS CHUCK FELL APART TOO. Dewalt should probably fix all the chucks free of charge.

I've had the same experience with my DeWalt batteries. I bought my first 14.4V drill when it came on the market, maybe late 80s or early 90s. One battery lasted until about 2000, the other about four years longer. I bought this same model drill at that time thinking I would have two new batteries to use with either drill. But neither has ever held a charge for more than 3 or 4 days. When idle. A normal day of D.I.Y. work will have one or the other on the charger at all times. Now the speed control failed, which is what brought me to this site. I guess when any product becomes a commodity item profit comes before quality!