i need a new drill for around the house DIY stuff and also for working on my truck. Which one should I get?

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...1871_200321871
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...9291_200349291

The northern industrial has more power, but I think Dewalt is a better brand

 

I'd get the DeWalt if you don't want to buy another drill for a long time.

 

Yea I was leaning towards that one.
also, what kind of bits do yall use to drill through the firewall in your truck?

 

DeWalt hands down.

I have absolutely punished mine and it has never let me down. I have the 18v though, you may want to consider upgrading to that if you have more serious projects in the future.

 

ive used and like dewalt and makita. 18v

 

I have 3 Porter-Cable drills of different voltages and one DeWalt...all about ten years old. They have all aged very well. The DeWalt is a good product, but I think the Porter-Cables are better. If you want to keep it for a long time, why take a chance with the 'store brand'?

MR

 

Dewalt or Makita we use both at work, i learn for the makita more it fits better in my hand the dewalt is to up and down for me.

The Makita has built in LED's FYI

and dont settle for anything less then a 18v you will regret it

 

i've never seen a makita drop from 16ft BUT, the dewalt has been dropped from 16 to the concrete floor. didnt break but the battery sure took off the other direction lol

 

For what they cost, I use the el cheapo Harbor Freight 18 volt drills. They are okay for home use, they DO have more power than 12 volt name brand drills. I buy this kit when it goes on sale for 20 bucks:

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=91396

So what if they might not last? $140 will buy a LOT of them and you will wind up with a lot of spare batteries. Try one and see how you like it - you don't have much to lose. 30 day money back and 90 day replacement warranty.

 

Get the makita 18 volt. Very light, fits the hand well, tough, and all around great drill.