Author Topic: Ridgid drill help (Read 15256 times)

Agronomist_at_IA · « **Reply #60 on:** Jan 09, 2018, 09:36 PM »

Quote from: 3300 on Jan 09, 2018, 10:12 AM

they will return any tool they sold for up to 90 days even if you registered them. no problem with that. they do drill ice very well, if you use the right bit for the job and tool. just like any other drilling task you may have.
and then there is this.
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=351027.0

also folks getting snubbed by milwaukee for repairs under warranty.
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=353216.0

best of luck.

I wouldnt call it getting snubbed when you aren’t the original owner of an Item.

3300 · « **Reply #61 on:** Jan 09, 2018, 10:23 PM »

Quote from: Agronomist_at_IA on Jan 09, 2018, 09:36 PM

I wouldnt call it getting snubbed when you aren’t the original owner of an Item.

stripernut's son is the original owner. and was snubbed big time by the manufacturer.
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=353216.msg3770016#msg3770016

https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=353216.msg3770456#msg3770456

Game Hog · « **Reply #62 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 08:14 AM »

I must be one of the lucky ones also. I run a gen5 brushless on a clam plate with an 8” nills. Thickest ice we have seen so far with it was only 11” but it goes through it like a hot knife in butter. If you have your settings correct then You have a defect for sure in your set up. I would guess the drill is bad. Wish there was a way to test them.

Charman03 · « **Reply #63 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 09:49 AM »

Quote from: Game Hog on Jan 10, 2018, 08:14 AM

I must be one of the lucky ones also. I run a gen5 brushless on a clam plate with an 8” nills. Thickest ice we have seen so far with it was only 11” but it goes through it like a hot knife in butter. If you have your settings correct then You have a defect for sure in your set up. I would guess the drill is bad. Wish there was a way to test them.

Has your drill ever cut out for a few seconds when drilling? What batteries?

schie03 · « **Reply #64 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:09 AM »

I'm running a new Rigid GenX 5 brushless with 4Ahr batteries and a new 6" kdrill and had the combo out last night for the first time and had the same problem. Only on a handful of holes though, and drilled around 50 through 10-12" of Ice. Thought it was weird it only did it in some of the holes but when it cut out it would cut out twice per hole.

lefty2053 · « **Reply #65 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:23 AM »

Quote from: huskers03 on Jan 10, 2018, 10:09 AM

I'm running a new Rigid GenX 5 brushless with 4Ahr batteries and a new 6" kdrill and had the combo out last night for the first time and had the same problem. Only on a handful of holes though, and drilled around 50 through 10-12" of Ice. Thought it was weird it only did it in some of the holes but when it cut out it would cut out twice per hole.

Is there a chance you were drilling a little crooked in those holes? Just trying to narrow down this problem.

schie03 · « **Reply #66 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:37 AM »

It is possible, if so it wasn't very noticeable, and I kinda thought about that after the fact. I am gonna give it another go this weekend and try to ensure I'm as straight as possible to see if that changes anything. After all its a 90 day return policy and if it does it any more I'll switch to the fuel.

lefty2053 · « **Reply #67 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:42 AM »

I am going out either tomorrow or Friday and test mine on an angle. I bought a bubble level to put on it so I know if it is straight or not.

schie03 · « **Reply #68 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:46 AM »

Level is a good idea! Let me know how it does at an angle since you'll be out before me if you would? I'll be in the blind Thursday thru Saturday then back on the ice.

Game Hog · « **Reply #69 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:15 PM »

Only time mine cut out was my fault. Battery came loose. Just checked. I’m using the 5amp battery.

gearheart · « **Reply #70 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:19 PM »

If you are already in low speed high torque mode, then it is a load issue. Too much load and the drill's safety will stop it from working rather than harm the drill. You do know that 8 inches is a lot of load. 16/9 more than a 6 inch hole.

lefty2053 · « **Reply #71 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:28 PM »

Quote from: gearheart on Jan 10, 2018, 12:19 PM

If you are already in low speed high torque mode, then it is a load issue. Too much load and the drill's safety will stop it from working rather than harm the drill. You do know that 8 inches is a lot of load. 16/9 more than a 6 inch hole.

I have been running mine at 60 out of 100 on the torque selection. I may change that now that I am using the drills handle. I will test mine out pretty good in the next day or so.

Game Hog · « **Reply #72 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:32 PM »

I’ll test mine out tonight with the 4amp just to see if there is a difference. Also note the drill and batteries only get used for ice fishing. They are on their 2nd season. All in all I’d say still new.

lefty2053 · « **Reply #73 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:38 PM »

Quote from: Game Hog on Jan 10, 2018, 12:32 PM

I’ll test mine out tonight with the 4amp just to see if there is a difference. Also note the drill and batteries only get used for ice fishing. They are on their 2nd season. All in all I’d say still new.

OH, I thought you just bought the setup this year. Glad to hear you are on your 2nd year with it. SO for the most part it has been doing the job for you huh?

Game Hog · « **Reply #74 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 12:42 PM »

Everything I had hoped for and more. Just waiting for a good old fashion winter to put it to the test. (24” of ice or better). Been drilling through 11” currently.

Charman03 · « **Reply #75 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 01:02 PM »

I will continue testing my drill as well. Buddy had no issues today on his outing. At the end of the previous outing it acted up. It's gotta be the frozen ice on the auger or batteries getting too cold.

The issue never arises until later on in the day, even with a fresh battery out on

lefty2053 · « **Reply #76 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 01:02 PM »

Quote from: Game Hog on Jan 10, 2018, 12:42 PM

Everything I had hoped for and more. Just waiting for a good old fashion winter to put it to the test. (24” of ice or better). Been drilling through 11” currently.

I usually don't read instructions or anything else when I buy something. I just know when it works it works and if not I get upset. SO reading the Manual on this drill it say's "Overload Protection."
When the tool is forced or overloaded,the Li-ion battery pack will automatically shut off the tool. To reset the tool ,release the trigger and resume operation. Do not force the tool.

And It also says this same thing under a supplement paper that reads "Battery Protection Features."

Did you by chance try to drill a crooked hole to see what would happen?

Game Hog · « **Reply #77 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 01:21 PM »

Lol I always end up with a crooked hole. That’s why no fish want to come out. My story and I’m sticking to it. Another thing. I have the 8” trecker model of nills. I am currently using the 28” section.

Gen5 rigid brushless with 5amp battery
Clam plate
28” section of blue nills
Red cutting head

Heading out now will do a few tests and get back to ya after dark.

boder · « **Reply #78 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 01:50 PM »

Just out of curiosity what model number is everyone using. Mine is R86116

lefty2053 · « **Reply #79 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 02:03 PM »

Quote from: boder on Jan 10, 2018, 01:50 PM

Just out of curiosity what model number is everyone using. Mine is R86116

Same thing here. I really think yours is defective.

Rather-B-Fishin · « **Reply #80 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 04:37 PM »

Rigid Brushless 700 in. lb. torque
Rigid Brush motor 780 in. lb. torque
Wonder if that 80lbs makes a difference?
I am chomping at the bit waiting for my 8" nills for my new brushed motor Rigid, to arrive that is backordered to add more to the discussion.

Sawdude · « **Reply #81 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 09:05 PM »

Mine cuts out if it's on high speed. On low it cuts great

cold nose · « **Reply #82 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:03 PM »

Went out yesterday with the 5amp hour still cutting out ! I have about 30 holes on it ,possible the Nils head is the problem? I have a new spare head i will try that and see what happens. I have model 86116 also

Ice Scratcher · « **Reply #83 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:16 PM »

Quote from: cold nose on Jan 10, 2018, 10:03 PM

Went out yesterday with the 5amp hour still cutting out ! I have about 30 holes on it ,possible the Nils head is the problem? I have a new spare head i will try that and see what happens. I have model 86116 also

Watch this video really close...( your answer is within )

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Ice Scratcher · « **Reply #84 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:32 PM »

Although it does look like the Ridgid is cutting out irrelevant to the battery being loose.. But it looks like he is in high speed gear setting...

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Rather-B-Fishin · « **Reply #85 on:** Jan 10, 2018, 10:43 PM »

Vinny boborino got his speeds mixed up with the rigid!

Fishslayer3 · « **Reply #86 on:** Jan 11, 2018, 01:56 AM »

Quote from: boder on Jan 10, 2018, 01:50 PM

Just out of curiosity what model number is everyone using. Mine is R86116

That's the one I am running as well with no issues.

Game Hog · « **Reply #87 on:** Jan 11, 2018, 04:34 AM »

Did some testing last night. 4amp battery 10”of ice. Drilled a dozen holes. Some even at crazy angels and not one hiccup. Not sure what else I can try until we get thicker ice. Thinking your drill is bad.

lefty2053 · « **Reply #88 on:** Jan 11, 2018, 06:22 AM »

Quote from: Ice Scratcher on Jan 10, 2018, 10:32 PM

Although it does look like the Ridgid is cutting out irrelevant to the battery being loose.. But it looks like he is in high speed gear setting...

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I also think he may have a drill with a battery connection problem. That can make it cut out also.

schie03 · « **Reply #89 on:** Jan 11, 2018, 06:39 AM »

Running the R86116.

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Author Topic: Ridgid drill help (Read 15256 times)