I call the model 6934FDWDE Makita cordless impact driver the Love Tool, because it makes tedious jobs quick, easy and almost fun. The 3.8-pound Makita is roughly the size of a compact cordless drill, but it delivers 1240 inch-pounds, or 103 foot-pounds, of torque at up to 3000 impacts per minute. The trigger allows variable speeds and amounts of power, and a button easily reverses the drive. A built-in LED light illuminates the work area. The tool comes with a charger and a second battery. I go weeks or months of sporadic use without charging the battery.
This is for taking things apart as there is no torque setting, though the manual does give you a guideline for how many seconds you should hold the trigger for different-sized bolts.
| Makita: | | www.makita.com |
| Tools | Max. | Rated |
| Function | 50 | 45 |
| Portable | 10 | 10 |
| Durability | 20 | 18 |
| Design | 10 | 9 |
| Price | 10 | 6 |
| Total | 100 | 88 |
This is a powerful tool, and for tearing down an engine or changing out a clutch, it is magical. After a long day of wrenching, my wrists are less tired and sore if I use the Makita whenever possible. At $480, it is much more expensive than an air-powered tool or even a corded electric impact wrench but much more convenient.
Karel Kramer