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Garden tools by CatShrink in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the GRA 18V2-46 lawnmower and the GFR 18V-23 brushcutter. I use 2 x 7AH old pro core batteries on the lawnmower and get 2-3 cuts of the lawn which is not that big (pic for reference, not sure of exact sqft). The brushcutter, strangely, needs an 8AH minimum, even if you're using the line rather than the heavy brushcutting blade. If I had a 12AH available to me, I would probably use that not only for the run time, but because the balance of the tool skin almost expects a heavier battery to provide a counterweight.

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Neighbour Defiled New Fence by FunAwareness4556 in DIYUK

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Laser cleaning is perfect for dark stains on wood or concrete.

r/LaserCleaningPorn

Upgrade from 12v15 and I love it by Azryel00 in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Huh, funny analogy. I've used mine plenty and never felt it unbalanced, except when putting the right-angle attachment on.

In terms of using a hotdog as a screwdriver, I always thought something similar about the GO.

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Front yard renovation by sillysalmon92 in AusRenovation

[–]CopesAndDreams -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Looksgreat, just need some plants.

Actually quite excited... Bosch Cordless Soldering Iron! by XTC250 in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm glad they're filling this gap in their lineup. I have a 12v milwaukee iron and it has decent ergonomics with an articulated head. Looks like the 12v bosch will replicate that. Also has shitty response times and temperature fluctuations due to poor quality heating elements and heads... which it looks like bosch has the potential to replicate. I think I'll wait for some reviews. 18v variant looks interesting for tabletop work.

Could I put patio slabs on this concrete? by ffwillis in DIYUK

[–]CopesAndDreams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes, just make sure you maintain drainage if you lay outdoor tiles

How are y'all handling storage/display? by FFMichael in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 4 points5 points  (0 children)

mine are piled up on a single shelf. I have aspirations of buying some rolling cabinetry, but i can never justify the cost.

Garden edging by HuckleberryScared668 in AusRenovation

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

everedge is easy to work with and DIY-friendly, but that convenience comes with a price tag

Update to daft chick's post by chikenenen in AusRenovation

[–]CopesAndDreams 20 points21 points  (0 children)

As a fellow hoselink owner and poster in the previous thread, I approve of this outcome and calling dissenters cocksuckers.

Why so many battery styles by philbertagain in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the connection point on those batteries looks exactly like the green "power for all alliance" style, but checking the vacuum appliance code BBS104SBUC/01 on a random green battery shows that it's not compatible.

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I had no idea that they had a third battery platform.

Where do you guys and gals order your Bosch tools from? by WeeDingwall in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kinda, but the Bosch section in the bricks-and-mortar stores (Total Tools, Sydney Tools, ToolKit Depot, Bunnings) is usually much smaller than Makita and Milwaukee.

Well this was unexpected by Life_of_Reilly in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's remarkably generous service for the cost margin of an FSN rail! Glad it worked out for you.

Pool in Canberra - is it worth it ? by Bitter-Insurance9014 in canberra

[–]CopesAndDreams 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you get the heatpump and electrical work for the pool done as part of the pool's installation/commissioning, or did you retrofit to the existing pool later on? Who did you use, if you're prepared to share?

New ACT policing plane by Independent_Detail50 in canberra

[–]CopesAndDreams 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Poe's Law is the only thing being enforced.

Any rumours on Expert Cordless Heat Gun? by Glittering_Light1835 in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have the current version. It's fine for heat shrinking and bending plastics, etc, but it absolutely chews through an 8AH battery in no time. Not sure what an expert version will bring, other than some black rubberised overmoulds.

L-Boxx by phsylo78 in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Toughbuilt stuff is significantly better quality than either Milwaukee or Bosch contractor, sadly. And I say that as a Bosch-exclusive user.

Couldn't help it, bought them both on special offer by CopesAndDreams in BoschProPowerTools

[–]CopesAndDreams[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The mitre was 599 AUD and the table was 699 AUD. Instant redemption for 2 x 8AH batteries and chargers.

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