Porter-Cable - PC218C-2 PORTER-CABLE 18-Volt Cordless Drill & Circular Saw Combo Kit (Rating: 4)
I've had this combo set for just over a year now. Overall they work good. The Nicad batteries aren't as long lasting as I would have hoped. When I had the chance I upgraded to Lithuim batteries. That was an improvement.
The drill has its quirks. The chuck isn't the best. Once in a while the driver or a drill bit comes loose when using it. I have learned to tighten the chuck after a few uses.
The cordless saw isn't bad, but I upgraded to a better blade (the norm). The saw isn't made to crosscut 2×4's all day long, but does great when I cut a couple of sheet goods down to a managable size.
If you are a DIY person and if you want an inexpensive tool combo this is it. But if you are out on a jobsite all day screwing deck boards or ripping sheating for a roof then perhaps you should look elsewhere. The batteries are compatible with all their 18 volt tools. Be sure to have the correct charger though. They make a charger for either nicad or lithuim, and one thats for both. So thats a plus
Pros
Inexpensive, battteries and chargers work for all PC 18 volt tools.
Cons
Probably not professional quality, but great for the DYI'er
I've had this combo set for just over a year now. Overall they work good. The Nicad batteries aren't as long lasting as I would have hoped. When I had the chance I upgraded to Lithuim batteries. That was an improvement.
The drill has its quirks. The chuck isn't the best. Once in a while the driver or a drill bit comes loose when using it. I have learned to tighten the chuck after a few uses.
The cordless saw isn't bad, but I upgraded to a better blade (the norm). The saw isn't made to crosscut 2×4's all day long, but does great when I cut a couple of sheet goods down to a managable size.
If you are a DIY person and if you want an inexpensive tool combo this is it. But if you are out on a jobsite all day screwing deck boards or ripping sheating for a roof then perhaps you should look elsewhere. The batteries are compatible with all their 18 volt tools. Be sure to have the correct charger though. They make a charger for either nicad or lithuim, and one thats for both. So thats a plus
Pros
Inexpensive, battteries and chargers work for all PC 18 volt tools.
Cons
Probably not professional quality, but great for the DYI'er