TM reader Trucker Joe writes: “DeWalt’s vac runs on 18V battery packs or 110V AC.  I bought this unit because I needed a compact vacuum to clean inside of my truck cab/sleeper.  As a driver, finding time — especially time with AC power available — can be an issue.  And the 12V-plug vacuums from truckstops leave MUCH to be desired.  Cleaning the interior of the truck uses up two battery packs within about 25 minutes; the cab size is equal to interior of large SUV.  Suction is very good.  The option of 18V or 110 allows flexibility on the road or at home.  The cost of unit at Home Depot was about $100, and it comes without battery or charger.  But I have 3 batteries from other DeWalt tools so that’s no problem for me.”

Heavy-Duty 2-Gallon Cordless or Corded Wet/Dry Vac [DeWalt]
Street Pricing [Google Products]
Via Amazon [What's this?]

Tired of your crap “disappearing” from the work trailer while you’re out on site?  Screw DeWalt’s SiteLock base station into a corner of the office, add a few of their wireless sensors around each room, and you’ve got a fighting chance.  The SiteLock not only sets off an alarm when triggered, it also uses the two-way wireless data system built into current cellular networks to notify you via a pocket-sized monitoring device — so you can run back to the office and kick some thief ass.

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This looks to me like a cordless 4-1/2″ angle grinder that spins at 6,500 RPM instead of 10,000+ — which is probably why they call it a “cutoff tool.”  That said, the two-position handle looks comfortable and a cordless cutoff tool would be quite handy — assuming it offers a suitably-long run time.

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It looks like DeWalt recently issued upgraded versions of their 4-1/2″ (pictured) and 6″ angle grinders recenty, featuring a new grip and a “dust ejection system” designed to keep debris out of the motor — a feature Metabo’s been touting for years.

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As of now, Amazon is offering this Ballistic Nylon Universal Drill Holster (normally $14.10) free with the purchase of any DeWalt drill.  Apparently it works for both left or right handed users and has a reinforced belt tunnel.  To get the holster with your drill, add the coupon code: FHOLSTER.

Universal Drill Holster [DeWalt]
Via Amazon [What's this?]
Promotion Details [Amazon]

This new shop light from DeWalt incorporates a number of very cool features: it runs off any 12-18V DeWalt cordless tool batteries or 110V, when connected to wired power it’ll charge two 7.2-18V DeWalt batteries, and its 38W fluorescent light folds down for easy transport. 

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Another great deal over at Amazon: a Dewalt heavy-duty 1-1/4″ 18-gauge brad nailer kit for $64.81 with free shipping.  The nailer features a nail length capacity of 5/8″-1 1/4″ with a load capacity of 110 nails, a tool-free thumb-wheel for fast depth setting, an over-molded no-mar pad, a side-mounted low nail indicator, and a trigger lock.  The kit also includes a set of safety glasses, an allen key and a heavy-duty case.

Via Amazon [What's This?]
D51236K 18-Gauge Brad Nailer [DeWalt]
Street Pricing [Google Product Search]

Apply the coupon code “20OFFMAY” at Amazon to receive 20% off most power tool accessories.  For example, I found this DEWALT D180002 standard electricians bi-metal hole saw kit — complete with 7/8″, 1-1/8″, 1-3/8″, 1-3/4″, 2″, and 2-1/2″ hole saws – which drops from $41.99 down to $33.59 and includes free shipping. 

20% Off May Special [What's this?]
DEWALT D180002 Holesaw Kit Via Amazon [What's this?]

Matt writes: “I stumbled upon this DeWalt 18V factory reconditioned hammerdrill in the Amazon Goldbox.  $129 seems like a pretty good deal.”  Indeed!  They run over $200 new.

Via Amazon [What's this?]
Street Pricing [Google Product Search]
The DW988KA 18V XRP Hammerdrill [DeWalt]

Amazon is currently offering a DeWalt 21-piece driver bit set for just $10.  As far as I’m concerned, you really can’t have too many driver bits; I break them, lose them, and lend them out, and when I need them I can never find them.

This set includes: Phillips #1, #2, and #3 bits, slotted #6 and #8 bits, and Robertson #1, #2, and #3 bits.  Add it to your cart with that DIY book or CD you’ve been thinking about ordering to reach the magic $25 amount for free shipping.

Dewalt 2161 21-pc set [DeWalt]
Via Amazon [What's this?]
Street Price [Froogle]

If you’re a fan of DeWalt’s portable compressors but don’t want to shell out $350+ for one, you’ll definitely want to check out Cummins Industrial Tools.  They’re listing refurbed DeWalt D55155R electric, two horsepower, four gallon air compressors for $199. 

The compressor’s features include dual soft start valves for cold weather use, a ball valve drain for fast and thorough tank drainage, and a built in cord wrap.  It’s also noteworthy that the refurb unit carries the same one year warranty as a new compressor.

Refurb DeWalt D55155R [Cummins Industrial Tools]
DeWalt D55155 [DeWalt]
Street Pricing [Froogle]

Lowe’s is offering a $20 gift card via mail-in when you purchase a DeWalt D26453K 5″ heavy-duty variable-speed random orbit sander kit.  The sander accepts 5″ 8-hole hook and loop abrasive paper and features a variable speed motor (7,000 to 12,000 orbits per minute), and a high capacity dust bag. 

The best part: Lowe’s pre-rebate/gift card price of $76.47 it pretty decent anyway.  The offer’s good until April 30th 2007.

DeWalt 5″ Sander Kit w/$20 Giftcard [Lowes]
DeWalt 5″ Sander Kit [DeWalt]
Street Pricing [Froogle]

Stuey writes: “You’ve probably seen it before - that nearly indestructable yellow case that comes with Dewalt screwdriver bit sets.  Well, at Home Depot, Lowes,  and a few obscure online vendors, you can pick up empty Tough Cases for storage purposes.  They come with six dividers and are perfect for drill bits, jigsaw bits, and screwdriver bits – you get the picture. I believe Home Depot sells them for cheapest at $5 a pop.  In addition to random bits, I’ve also got a center punch, socket adapter (1/4″ to 3/8″ drive), and some other odd shaped items in mine.  I’ve found that it’s much more durable and practical than a traditional divided organizer albeit at a higher cost.  Plus it’s sized right, focusing on tool accessory storage as opposed to mass fastener-type storage.”

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What’s better than a heavy-duty pavement breaker?  A heavy-duty pavement breaker with a hand truck so you don’t have to lug it around, of course!

This new electric ‘breaker from DeWalt delivers 61 ft-lbs of energy wither every impact, and features “active vibration control” to reduce user fatigue.  It also inclused an “electronic soft start” that DeWalt claims helps to keep the bit from walking, giving you better control.

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DeWalt’s combined a rotary tool with all the necessary feet for trimming laminate into a handy kit — the D26670K.  It includes a 5.6 amp, 30,000 rpm rotary tool complete with a standard 1/4″ collet and depth adjustment as well as a fixed base, an offset base (for backsplashes, scribe, and trim), and a tilt base (for angled corners or cuts near vertical surfaces).

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DeWalt’s 36V cordless package seems like a perfect match for a 1″ SDS rotary hammer, so it’s no surprise that they recently released one.  And it’s a beast, pushing 2.0 ft-lbs (not in-lbs) of impact energy.

This is power enough, according to DeWalt, to drill 1″ holes in concrete.

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According to WVLT-TV out of Knoxville, TN, DeWalt is recalling 44,000 model DC305 36V Reciprocating Saws (pictured above) “which they believe can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.”  From WVLT-TV’s coverage:

“DeWalt has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws.  One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed.  Another fire reportedgle resulted in minor damage, and two other incidents resulted in melting damage to the units.  No injuries were reported.”

If you’ve got a DC305 with a date code between 200601-49 and 200640-49, you should stop using the saw immediately and contact DeWalt at (866) 751-9562 (between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday) for a free repair.

This recall came right on the heels of a similar recall for model DW660 cut out saws a few days ago.

DeWalt Reciprocating Saw Recall [WVLT-TV]