Craftsman Nextec Power Tool Set

I recently purchased the Craftsman Nextec 12v power tool set. Here it is:

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00911890000P?keyword=nextec

So far, I like the set a lot. I have used the drill many times, as well as the light. The drill has suprising power for a 12v, and the 30 minute charge seems to charge in about 20 minutes. The Light under the drill is a nice touch, but since it throws the light straight out between the drill bit and the trigger, it is limited in what it can illuminate. I think it would be better to have the light originate from the bottom of the handle and point up at an angle to the drill bit.

The work light is well made. It is small, and the pivoting head makes it easy to work with. It is also suprisingly bright. I plan on giving the 12v hammer a try this week. I will keep you posted, if you dare the pun.

A/C Season is almost here!

I just received my first A/C tool flyer. It is hard to believe that with Artic cold in the Midwest and 12" inches of new snow on the East Coast, but A/C season is just about here.

There does not seem to be a lot of new product out there. I have noticed some new electronic sniffers that meet the SAE spec, so I guess there is more than one supplier out there for them now.

For me, I think a good injection gun, dye and UV flashlight are the way to go. They are more accurate, easier to use, and cost a lot less. Also, it is easier to bill the service (1/4 oz of dye) to the customer's bill.

There are a lot of places to buy A/C products on the web. I found a new one the other day, www.deepdiscountdirect.com. There are all kinds of stores on Amazon, plus the well known sites that are fed by ISN, Medco, WTD and the other big WDs.

What is everyone using for leak detection out there?