How to Use a Power Drill and Impact Driver

How to Use a Power Drill and Impact Driver | WOODWORKING BASICS

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Steve Ramsey - Woodworking for Mere Mortals

7 жыл бұрын

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What you need to know about power drills, impact drivers and bits, along with tips and techniques.
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@LarsSveen 7 жыл бұрын

This is all nothing new to me, but I watched the whole thing anyway. That's how much I enjoy Steve's videos.

@isakwatz11 7 жыл бұрын

Lars Sveen Me too!

@learningthehardway6186 7 жыл бұрын

Lars Sveen same here... the microjig placement makes my day.

@SebastiaanMollema 7 жыл бұрын

Lars Sveen; still a good intro into drilling and screwing!

@sumosprojects 7 жыл бұрын

Steve you disliked impact drivers for a long time mate, Ryobi nation make good products, cheers from Australia 👍🇦🇺👍🍻

@xplaur 7 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@MrKockabilly 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve. In ALL of woodworking channels in youtube, I think you are the most...MICROJIG, maker of the gripper. Work Safer. Work smarter.... I hope you continue that way. Thanks for sharing!

@d1st0rt3dsan1ty 5 жыл бұрын

Steve your videos are a Godsend. One may think "oh I can just Google that." But they're totally missing out on the logic and explanation you so completely provide. Any of my friends interested in starting woodworking, with no hesitation, I direct to your channel.

@brandonhill5198 4 жыл бұрын

I rarely comment on videos but felt the need to do so here. I've watched several of your videos and stopped two minutes in on this one to comment and subscribe to your channel. You cover each step and do a great job explaining why you're using the tool and how to properly work each step. Other videos, they just jump right in and don't do nearly as good as you do explaining. Thank you and keep up the great work!

@moshekwart4043 4 жыл бұрын

Fixing, assembling and making things all my life, now 69. Used a power drill also as my screwdriver for the last ten or more years. One year ago I picked up a Makita impact driver with two batteries. I like my tools, but I never had a tool that I liked so much or that became so important to me so fast. A bit embarrassed that I stubbornly held onto my old ways for so long. Great video Steve. Lots of good stuff to learn from you.

@as7river 5 жыл бұрын

The advice to use tape on the drill bit to know when to stop is enough for me to subscribe. I feel like I could've come up with this, but I didn't. Thank you very much for the video, extremely helpful educational.

@robins5828 4 жыл бұрын

Yep, if only I'd watched this a week ago before installing some hinges. Oh well, it's a painted door at least so the hole disappeared pretty easily with some filler. As long as no one lays on the bathroom floor to inspect my work I should be good.

@trailerkeller6760 2 жыл бұрын

I used to work with my dad as a carpenter and the impact driver was amazing back then. literally it made life easy.

@aced.1367 3 жыл бұрын

This is the video i want to search ten thousands times. Thank you very much

@LD-hy1ps 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. As someone who grew up without a father or uncle to teach me these things, I have to do my best to try and learn from the internet, and informational videos like this are extremely helpful!

@learningthehardway6186 7 жыл бұрын

I have been using drills and impacts for decades but I still watched the video just to see the microjig placement lol, but your videos are so interesting to watch I stuck around for the whole 14 minutes.

@bluecrownvic 7 жыл бұрын

I FINALLY bought an impact driver because of this video. Holy crap, what a difference.

@stemi5601 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for breaking this information down to bits, I've been finding someone that explained this comprehensively in a simple fashion.

@harryrock169 4 жыл бұрын

Very useful video. This dude can use his voice for voiceover videos or narrating , he’s got a very clear, crisp and powerful voice.

@lcook0825 3 жыл бұрын

I watched this video a year ago and just watched it again. It is a great video for someone just starting out or as a refresher. Thanks again.

@SteveFlanigan 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. I am not a wood worker, but my Dad was, as a hobby, when he was alive. If he were here today I know he would have really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing.

@luisdent 4 жыл бұрын

I literally was thinking about buying another drill, because my black and decker sucks compared to my ryobi, and I need to to avoid constantly switching between drill bits and driver bits. Lo and behold, my ryobi kit came with an impact driver. I always assumed it was only for more powerful difficult to drive things. I had no idea you could use it for basic screws. Now I don't need another drill!!! You saved me time and money!

@JJ_eats_wings 3 жыл бұрын

watched this a couple months ago -> bought impact driver, drill driver kits earlier this week -> just watched it again today, on a Friday night

@mauricelee7299 2 жыл бұрын

I am just getting into wood working and home improvement and was please to watch this complete video on these tools and bits. Was just what I needed.

@stephenbryant7873 2 жыл бұрын

I was having trouble drilling holes straight through a wheelbarrow handle. I knew I could count on Steve Ramsey for a helpful tip.

@YancySmith 7 жыл бұрын

I completely agree with Steve on the impact driver. I've used nothing but a drill for years but about 2 years ago I picked up the same Ryobi impact driver and cant imagine life without it now. If you have to save $$ to get it. Do it. It's worth every penny!

@EldenringPvP645 7 жыл бұрын

Yancy Smith yea I agree too.,bout a month ago I bought a dewalt drill set for about $200, best investment

@const4105 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, most videos don’t show how to put the bit on, they already assume you know. Well, there’s people that don’t. Thank you.

@relik0fages 7 жыл бұрын

I just got the 6 piece Ryobi kit for 200$. Came with the impact driver, I don't know how I survived all these years without one. Made my last project SO much easier.

@jimbyrdiii1503 3 жыл бұрын

FINALLY!! An instructional video that's actually useful. 👌 Thank You!

@chrisgodwin8374 7 жыл бұрын

Same! Only used a drill driver for years (even finishing a basement! A TON of drill-driven screws ugh!) And then, I discovered the impact driver and have never looked back. Building a deck now with it and love how it drives screws!

@njitram2000 7 жыл бұрын

I get it now, an impact driver isn't just a handicapped power drill :) You left out 2 amazing details about that DeWalt bit holder: you can grip the "neck" while starting out instead of holding the screw like you were in the video (which can lead to nasty metal splinters) and you can even slip that neck over smaller screws that tend to fly sideways when you push on them so they can't escape! I didn't realise either of those features and am so glad I invested in a slightly more expensive DeWalt one that has that.

@mzalshevano6145 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had this exactly set for years and you just taught me so much more then I knew about using these😂

@johntuazon1366 3 жыл бұрын

Learned so much from this video. Watching from the Philippines.

@davebeedon3424 5 жыл бұрын

Finally---a description of an impact driver that I understand (i'm dense). Thanks!!!

@barrykery1175 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your video. BUT......I drill wood with my 1/4" impac. I use drill bits with a hex shank. It works great. I just take my time. I am not comfortable drilling metal with this arrangement but never had an issue with wood. It's no that I don't have a cordless drill, but I leave the impac in the garage and the two cordless drills in the house. If I have a big job, then I use both drills and the impac. For years I only used an 1/2" air operated impac wrench for automotive work. After watching numerous videos I learned how useful a cordless, airless impac wrench was for woodworking. Amazing. Barry

@brianmyers9989 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, See Jane Drill, and Essential Craftsman are all I need!

@amp12345amp 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!!!

@lokeise7endeuce10 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who’s new to woodworking your videos have given me confidence and the peace of mind that I can avoid some mistakes that I would have certainly made.

@DarinBeard 7 жыл бұрын

I recently got a new cordless drill/impact driver set (my first impact driver) and I absolutely love it. I had no idea the impact was so cool. It is absolutely worth it.

@websurfer44 7 жыл бұрын

Steve, if you haven't done so already I suggest you approach stores like Home Depot or Menards or possibly a marketing firm and offer your videos for in-store display either with small screens mounted in various departments or possibly a QR Reader sign linking a customer's smart phone to a video link for various departments like paint, sand paper, drill bits, screws etc. A while back I saw your video on staining and thought this could really help save someone from having to make ten trips to the store because you suggest all the things one might need for successful staining, thus they can be reminded of all the things they might need or remember they have before heading home and having to come back.

@acmelvin6360 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, I'm an old guy who has dabbled in woodworking. I just discovered your videos. I love the details and your sense of humor! Keep up the good work!

@marshapatton1252 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Steve! My dad died in an accident before I could learn this stuff, and I really needed these basics and details, and your lighthearted presentation! I was looking at drills at Lowe's after my mini drill stopped working, thinking, "how in the world will I use all the drill-bits I have in that pinchy nose?" Now I know it's a chuck, and how to use it! Woohoo!

@jenniferquall2418 3 жыл бұрын

This was soooo incredibly helpful as a single mom and brand new homeowner who has always had things done for her rather than taught to her. I much prefer to be independent and this video will help with that!

@juddedwards6780 7 жыл бұрын

You have no idea how much your puns brighten my day.

@andy_on_fire4038 7 жыл бұрын

Judd Edwards He's so punny.

@rebeccaleon5838 3 жыл бұрын

You are the most thorough instructor of any I’ve seen, and I’ve watched tons! THANK YOU!

@timhalleran3514 6 ай бұрын

I just bought a drill/driver combo. It's 💰having both!! Thanks for another great video Steve! Your videos are always educational and pertinent.😃

@MrGTI05 3 жыл бұрын

I recently discovered the joy of using an impact driver! I got a drill/impact combo when the drill I went for was sold out. My wife noticed the combo pack was on sale, so for ten dollars more than the drill alone; I got both! Even still, I had no intention of driving screws with the impact, but got so frustrated with Phillips bit jumping out when the screws were close to tight that I grabbed the impact. After that first screw, I couln't believe what I had been missing! I wish I had gotten one years ago.

@chaseramirez7682 3 жыл бұрын

Big fan of this guy....another BIG thumbs up from me, sir!

@shreyaroraa2234 3 жыл бұрын

Just came across your channel. Lot of helpful information, which is clean, clear and concise.

@OldJoe212 7 жыл бұрын

Drill Tip... When installing trim work and you need a bigger fastener than a brad, i.e., 4d or 6d finishing nails, just cut the head off of the size nail you're using and chuck it into your drill. This spreads the wood more than removing any so you get a good tight fit without splitting.

@TheFalconJetDriver 7 жыл бұрын

Steve you have some very good videos. Being a man I rarely bother to read owners manuals even more so on things I have been using for 50 years The Point: I did read my Porter Cable drill manual On day out of a fit of boredom. I learned that Porter Cable says NOT to tighten the drill bit by squeezing the trigger rather tighten only by hand. The trigger mode may damage the chuck. Keep up the great videos

@urivanrooy5113 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all you brilliant videos they are helping me get into woodworking with safety and confidence

@xtroyboy7338 4 жыл бұрын

Close the blast doors, CLOSE THE BLAST DOORS!!! Happy New Year Sir continue to wish you all the best👍

@ronalddavies1091 7 жыл бұрын

As a novice woodworker I love these basic videos. 👍

@hgwack 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for explaining the difference between the Power Drill and the Impact Driver! I had watched four other videos but none of them explained that the Impact Driver wasn't able to drill holes. This was super helpful!

@gemmaniye9035 2 жыл бұрын

Got the answer I needed in the first 30 seconds. Thank you!!!

@Simon-fg8ec 5 жыл бұрын

I got my Ryobi drill and impact driver kit with 2 batteries and a charger for $80 CAD before tax on sale at Home Depot. I thought it’s expensive but realized shortly after it’s a very good deal.

@nathanmiller4222 4 жыл бұрын

Wicked good deal.

@DylansDIYWorkshop 7 жыл бұрын

Love the basics videos Steve!! Thabks for teaching us all something new!

@maazmobin 6 жыл бұрын

Your basic videos are awesome, really help a lot. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

@brandonboyle5028 4 жыл бұрын

This video was excellent. Well made, smartly edited, and had everything I needed to get started.

@GilMichelini 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information about the impact driver.

@RickSaffery 5 жыл бұрын

Steve, you make your clips a real joy to watch. It's great to leave with a takeaway too. Your two board bit alignment jig is mine for this clip.

@gregaltenhofel7326 7 жыл бұрын

Like a few I see here I didn't learn anything this go round. But, it was a few years ago you were talking about your impact driver and because of a project coming up and perhaps a sale, maybe it was a few dollars more since I was buying a battery, I don't remember but I bought an impact driver. I too was already married to Ryobi and it's been a dream to use. Being very experienced with driving in screws with a cordless drill I was surprised most at how much better inexperienced employ's did with the impact driver. Even my wife, when we added an addition to our back wood deck, worked like a pro. Great tool.

@jawojnicki 6 жыл бұрын

If anyone watching this is just getting into their 1st drill and/or impact driver, I highly highly recommend getting both in a kit! Buying one or the other with 2 batteries and a charger and then buying the 2nd one later as a bare tool usually cost you so much more $. If you need to wait a little longer to save up money and buy both in the kit, it is SO worth it. Good luck

@henryallan9167 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, love your info and your presentation. Delivery is important, good pace, clear info and a little bit of your enthusiasm always sitting as a backdrop.

@dredgmo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for these videos! As someone getting into woodworking, these types of videos are indispensable. Thanks again!

@brianhardy9302 7 жыл бұрын

Much thanks Steve - You clarified so many things for me in this video. Loved your presentation, Just starting to fix things around the house and the knowledge you shared will go a long way in helping me on my projects.

@eros9077 7 жыл бұрын

Very informative video on the basics of drills and drivers. Thank you very much, Steve.

@gozzagoss6182 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve I really did find this incredibly helpful. Having used these things for years, I still found it interesting and that was certainly more about your efforts, your delivery style. Anyway well done.

@nicholaslong3100 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very informative and helpful for anyone new to woodworking.

@jayc3110 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial for beginners.. Thank you.

@spatialguy5571 6 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t going to watch because it looked soo basic and I’ve been drilling for soo many years - but my hunch was right - I got a couple of good ideas that I’ll use from now on. Thanks, from a Mere Mortal!

@mclarengsx 4 жыл бұрын

As always, another great video. Drill and Impact driver are both Ryobi here too. 🤙🏻

@kimnimbus1291 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time and making all these videos. I didn't know how to use a drill until now 👍🙏❤️

@BarryMyersKADG 7 жыл бұрын

Not only did I like the video, I even enjoyed the advertisement he did for the online college. :) Thanks for the video Steve!

@rosiegold8562 2 жыл бұрын

The best tutorial I have seen! Thank you so much. Great job!

@naserazizi 6 жыл бұрын

God bless you for clear and simpler explanation. Thank you

@missmarymack797 3 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video -- in 15 minutes, this summed up everything I've learned in the past 15 years of casual handy-personing, plus much more.

@sharonhendricks9706 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thank you for going over the impact driver! I have that same duo and use the drill all the time but I've never had anyone explain how to use the impact. I'm looking forward to trying it out this weekend!

@BigTruckBigRV 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Makes it easier to explain to folks who only think an impact driver is designed for removing wheel lugnuts. Love my impact driver when building a deck or removing old partially stripped screws.

@workshop_edits 7 жыл бұрын

Impact drivers literally rule. I truly have no idea how they work but man do they solve just about every problem I face when looking to use it.

@ramonaschultheiss3870 7 жыл бұрын

Actually, they only figuratively rule.

@MarshallLoveday 7 жыл бұрын

Hey! I watch your channel too!

@85square 6 жыл бұрын

ayy, i didnt expect you to be here

@feefeee 6 жыл бұрын

If the screw is stripped, what does the impact do to help get a better grip?

@drewhearne4756 6 жыл бұрын

You sir, are a wonderful teacher. I Just found these videos and I consistently learn new things regarding tools I have been using for years. Keep em coming.

@Fragdemented 7 жыл бұрын

I love you for these videos, especially this one! You’ve dropped my anxiety of not knowing what I was doing. :)

@okramronan 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. I m from india and interested in wood working. Ur videos really inspire me and provide me with good info. Thanks a lot.

@jag1870 6 жыл бұрын

Lots of detail. Thanks for the info, especially the bit about the impact driver!

@georgesarraf8177 7 жыл бұрын

great video.. really breaks down the many many uses for a drill.. I had no idea..

@peachypound6108 4 жыл бұрын

What a great, informative, detailed video. It caters to both Rookies & Veterans alike.

@TheGholiday 6 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you for making things so clear.

@haydenc9602 7 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Steve! Have that exact drill/driver pair myself. Bought it at a pawn shop for only $50!! Was an amazing deal, can't imagine work without it! Can't wait to see what you've got next week.

@shura0107 7 жыл бұрын

I have that set. It's great! Definitely do pilot holes when drilling big holes. If you don't have an awl to make a quick divot, a quick tap with a smaller bit or a screwdriver works too. A drill and impact driver is very useful around the house for many things. For my drill, I only use 2 settings: lowest on the clutch and gear 1 for driving screws and highest clutch and gear 2 for drilling.

@mevisio 5 жыл бұрын

Drill-life changing video. I had no clue what that dial with the numbers was for and I swear I read the manual for my drill. Thanks, Steve.

@kentshrader6616 4 жыл бұрын

Steve, very good video! Watched parts of it twice!

@93Crusher 7 жыл бұрын

Love the videos, I learned a few thing but it also reinforced some of the things that I have been doing on my own. Thanks!

@tommy8120 7 жыл бұрын

Just a tip. I went to Home Depot yesterday expecting to spend around 150$ on this kit and it is now only 99! Great kit so far. Must buy.

@diy-chris1332 7 жыл бұрын

6:30 absolut yea!!!! A Huge mass of Bits in a Set....... But how big the Set ever may be..... there are just 3.... maybe 5 Bits in there, that you realy use! And a Tip: i never use a Bit- case. I put my Bits by the fiting screws. so i always got the right bit for the screw that i need.

@ChoppingtonOtter 7 жыл бұрын

DIY-Chris Yep, despite all the different bits you get in a set I find I use PZ2 easily 99% of the time.

@2bikemikesguitartopics145 5 жыл бұрын

Steve I'm a new subscriber today. I learned a couple of tricks I didn't know. There are some drill bits available with the base to fit impact drivers. Kinda makes it a light hammer drill. Works great to drill into cement or brick. These are my most used tools also. Yesterday I bought a Kobalt 10" dual bevel sliding mitre saw after watching your video on those.

@EakanGopalakrishnan 5 жыл бұрын

You are a drill God! This is the best informational video on what to consider when getting a drill and how to use one correctly.

@samuelfordham9838 7 жыл бұрын

Great all-around video about drilling.

@henrysiegertsz8204 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Steve, I'm no novice but I love people like you passionate enough about woodwork and have the generosity to share great content like this!

@rayc.1396 7 жыл бұрын

For those who have a hammer drill, the hammer drill setting will be very useful in hard wood and when driving screws threw knots. I suggest the use of square drive, hex or Torx head. Philips heads are a real pain most of the time and cost the same as the other head configuration.

@matt6740 6 жыл бұрын

Seriously love your content. I put off watching this video forever. "Ha, I know how to use a drill! What could Steve possible teach me!" Well, after getting quite mad at a stripped screw the other day, I'm finally looking up an impact driver... Thanks a ton!

@curiousgeorge2749 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You for this , you tips are really helpful. Just purchased a set and never had experience, Your tips are very helpful

@zedk12s 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so helpful, thank you.

@sportscarnut 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent instructional video! Kudos!

@TwoBitDaVinci 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always Steve! Absolutely agree, a good driver drill set is the first thing any aspiring woodworker or general maker should invest in. I also loved your sponsor this week! My wife and I are expecting, so we have like 18 years but so glad to hear there are people tackling the problem of inflating college tuitions.

@misterrightfix4129 4 жыл бұрын

Well explained! Thank you so much for taking the time!

@philliptyrael4654 5 жыл бұрын

I've only watched about 3 of your videos now, and I can tell this will be one of my top 5 favorite youtube channels. Your humor is just the right amount and your explanations are very thorough without being boring or over explanatory. Thanks for making these videos.