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I’ve been using the Paslode framing nailer for several years. Works just fine. Easy to get into service – load gas can, nails to suit, battery and start shooting. Color me a Happy Camper.
I’ll go to their web site and ask about fuel availability. Scary thought – an orphan system.
J Wells
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If somebody broke into my truck tonight and stole my two Impulse nailers, I would have to go buy new ones tomorrow. Leaded gas? Freon? Now worry about Impulse fuel? No, not yet. I guess I could use my hammer in an emergency.
*who is your tool supplier - I want to buy one of the framing nailers and they all run around $400 where I live -- does your tool supplier beat this price on the framing nailer. I have used a trim pulse for a very long time and it takes the place of a second worker on many jobs -- I can get a piece up with both hands, steady it with one, and then reach the trim nailer and get it stuck -- something I could not do with a claw and nail. send response to [email protected]
*I just picked up a brand new paslode pulse trim nailer at a pawn shop for a steal. (likely how it arrived there as well). The package of literature included with the gun was for the framing nailer which, sadly, was what I really wanted. Being a bit of a rookie I didn't spot the difference until it was too late.... Anyone want to buy if from me, I paid $500 Canadian ($333 U.S.)[email protected]
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After many years of framing the "old fashioned way" using a hammer and VC sinkers, I'm getting ready to purchase a Senco SN60 power nailer and compressor.
I've seen some of the older discussions on this web site about which brand of air nailer to get, but I've not seen any discussions about the new "cordless" nailers and their fuel cells.
I like the idea of the Paslode-like nailers, but I wonder how long the fuel cells will be available. Just like Beta VCR and 8-track tapes, aren't you worried that the manufacturers of Paslode et al will one day (soon?) stop making fuel cells for these nailers, leaving you with a very nice looking door stop?
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*I sure hope not as I really use the daylights out of my Lobster Claw! As the cartridges have the paslode name on them I would imagine that they will be available as long as the gun is. A caveat though is that I live and work at altitudes over 7000' and only use this gun to shoot 8p ringshanks and it won't fire anything larger dependably here. I use my emglo/hitatchi setup for the larger spikes. Just try a Paslode on your next roof sheathing job and see if it ain't the balls!
*Yeah, there have been a few posts about this. Here's my take. I have both types of paslode nailers and have ones several of the earlier models. I use them almost exclusively unless I am on a frame job. They are reliable and cost effective taking into account setup, fuel, maintenance and the inherent nuisances associated with air hoses and compressors. In a word, the impulse guns are excellent, not to mention much safer on roof sheathing. I have tested the porter cable tools and although they are price competitive, they are not suitable for production work in my opinion. The stroke length makes postioning difficult and slow and they do not set nail depth accurately. I would be concerned that they will not be around too long, sorry PC.Tom
*I've been using the Paslode framing nailer for several years. Works just fine. Easy to get into service - load gas can, nails to suit, battery and start shooting. Color me a Happy Camper.I'll go to their web site and ask about fuel availability. Scary thought - an orphan system.J Wells
*Ive been using my framer for about a year and love it. Is the trim nailer an equal? My tool supplier has them on sale right now and Im tempted to pick one up. Thanks, Dave
*I suppose nothing lasts forever, but I have had a Paslode cordless framing nailer for over 8 years. Since Home Depot came to town, finding gas cartridges has gotten even easier. It has gotten quite a workout shooting ring shanks into sub floors and roof sheating on my house project. It is a little too finicky to ever replace an air nailer for production framing, but it sure is great to be able to shinny up a ladder with a piece of plywood for the sofit and the nail gun and no hose dragging behind you. It would appear that Paslode has sold enough of them to warrant having a competitor which tells me that they should be around for awhile.
*Paul,I talked extensively to folks at Paslode when I wrote a review of framing nailers for FHB several years back. They seemed committed to cordless technology. I doubt (to answer your question) that they're going to drop the product. The prices keep comming down, reliability is going up and they're selling more.Since Porter Cable has come out with the Bammers and the Japanese have been reverse enginering combustion nailers I think you'll see the tools only expand in general. Both in the number of manufacturers and products. Look at battery tools. I would have never thought when I bought my 7 volt Makita 15 years ago that they'd become so big; and industry expectations are even grander for the future.I think if you buy a Paslode now you'll wear it out before the fuel cells go out of style. I do doubt that you'll see knockoff fuel cells or an 'industry' standard develop. The manfg make tons of $ off fuel cells and nails. They must be patented and the patent probably is good for 20 years. I remember way back when the local Paslode dealer used to GIVE us free pneumatic nailers if we bought, like 20 boxes of nails. Don't see deals like that now.Now I haven't tried it yet and Paslode doesn't recommend it but I'm sure I can refill the cannisters. Despite what it said in FHB on two occasions the fuel is not propane. It is MAPP gas. I use MAPP in my cutting torch as does my plumber for soldering. I just have to make up a refill attachment and wear a fireproof suit. Then I'll never have to pay $13 a pair for the cannisters.Mike
*For what it's worth:I don't use my lobster framer nearly as much as my finish gun, but IMO, the cost of the fuel isn't worth considering, and I'm not worried about obsolescence.....i'll wear out the tool before that becomes an issue. They are well built, well designed guns and I couldn't live without the finish nailer.Brad
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I have the newest model of the trim and the framing gas-pass guns. They are dandy and handy.
Beware though of the following; They are not for cold, dirty, or high altitude use and they like to be well treated and cleaned as per instructions regularly. Also the latest models have many improvements that make them worth more than a used gun.
I will buy the staple version for my next cedar shingle siding job too.