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   finebuilder | Jun 05, 2002 07:43am | #1

   I like Bostich ridgerunner. Very durable, dependable, and takes a pounding!                              Miami

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   Ralph027 | Jun 05, 2002 11:11am | #2

   I bought a Stanley RN45( I think) was the model.  It is heavier than most, but its features make up for the weight, IMHO.  I've used it to set over 50 bundles of shingles already and like it.  Good quality gun, but I found that the grip had a  minor problem.  My hands are average size, but I found that my thumb knuckle rubbed on the air chamber body right where an edge was, even thru leather gloves.  I solved this problem by duct taping a piece of closed cell foam over the back of the air chamber.   Looks like crap, but works great.  One step loading and the free sequential trigger right in the box were nice.

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   VinceCarbone | Jun 05, 2002 01:07pm | #3

   I like the Bostitch,handles nails from 3/4" to 1 3/4" and pressure from 70 psi  to 100 psi.It weights just under 6lbs.Its durable and easy to repair.

   Vince Carbone

   Riverside Builders Franklin NY ICQ #47917652

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   KenHill3 | Jun 05, 2002 10:53pm | #4

   Jaybird-

   You may want to consider a coil roofer that takes up to 2" nails. The 2" is especially useful for FC siding installation.

   Ken Hill

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   JDRHI | Jun 06, 2002 05:25am | #5

   Thanks Ken,

   Happen to know if the Bostitch handles 2"?J. D. Reynolds

   Home Improvements

   "DO IT RIGHT, DO IT ONCE"

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   KenHill3 | Jun 06, 2002 05:42am | #6

   Don't know offhand which nailer handles the 2". MOST coil roofers only go to 1 3/4", which is plenty for roofing. I just happen to be an advocate of roofing nails for FC because of the big head snugging up on the face of the material. But I feel, and so do some others, that 1 3/4" is just barely enough to get a decent purchase on studs.

   Ken Hill

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   kueker | Jun 06, 2002 06:14am | #7

   A buddy of mine turned me on to the MAX roofing nailer. I have put on about 30 square with mine and I love it. I have tried many different brands and the MAX is the best I have used. It will shoot any brand of nail and it never jambs or bends the nails. I also really like the dial a depth adjustment. The gun weighs a little more than some but I can put up with a little weight as long as the gun is reliable.

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   DCassII | Jun 16, 2002 07:09am | #8

   Also looking to buy a roofing gun,  using a Senco right now.  Like it, but Bostich available locally about $50 cheaper.  Saw a really cheap PC for sale at one of the big boxes.  Any thoughts?

   Thanks

   DC

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   dsremodel | Jun 19, 2002 04:56am | #9

   i also have a max roofer & think it's great.  i have also used bostitch, very good gun but no depth adjustment. the depth adj was the main selling point for me on the max

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   xMikeSmith | Jun 19, 2002 05:12am | #10

   #1 :  Hitachi     #2 : BostichMike Smith   Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore

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   trimnailer37 | Apr 11, 2004 08:20pm | #12

   i have the pc (one of the few times i bought something "cheaper") and don't particularly like it, though i don't do enough roofing to mind much. i like the bostitch and should have sucked it up and gone with that. never used the max, but people seem to dig it.

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   dIrishInMe | Apr 11, 2004 03:45pm | #11

   Thinking about a new roofing gun.  Was thinking Bostitck, but now thinking Hitachi. 

   Have an old Bostitck, which has been beat mercilessly, and is on it's last legs after years of very intermittent use.  Always had small problems with jambs and double fires.  Could get it rebuilt, but think I want a depth-of drive adjustment.

   Have read some here about MAX, but they are not locally available, so likely, no service.

   I see Hitachi has 2 current models - NV45AB2 side load and tool-less d-of-d adjustment.  For a few dollars more, a NV45AB2S bottom load, need tool for d-of-d adjustment (I think).  So, which one is best? NV45AB2 sounds better - weird - the cheaper one... Any other differences?

   Worked with a guy some time ago who had a PC and I felt the nail loading was clumsy, jambed, and other issues.  I just want something that is trouble free and easy to use.

   Thanks,

   Matt
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   FramerJay | Apr 12, 2004 06:06pm | #14

   Both the new Hitachi model have toolless DOD adjustment...I traded the PC in for the side load Hitachi because the PC couldn't sink a nail but maybe half the time. Haven't used the Hit much yet but it seems pretty sturdy compared to the PC. Prolly would have bought a Max had I known we have a dealer locally.Jason Pharez Construction

   Mobile, Alabama

   General Carpentry, Home Repairs, and Remodeling

   When quality is your only consideration

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   Wylcoyote | Apr 12, 2004 11:15pm | #15

   I bought the new Bostich 46 roofing nailer and I think it is great.  Very lightweight and durable.  Had a few doubles and jams at first until I got the feel of the gun.  You can regulate the depth of drive at the compressor.

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   andybuildz | Apr 12, 2004 11:49pm | #16

   Dir

       For what its worth.

    I used my brand new Max gun on my "wood" shingle roof today for the first time.

   I can't begin to tell you how awesome it is.

   I think I'm buying another one this week for my helper to use on the roof with me, as well as on the shake walls and exterior trim.

    This is for a wood roof so don't quote me for asphalt but my guess is that Max is beyond up and coming.

   Its super light.its even pretty....lol....Not one jam and has all the features you'd ever need.

   Be not jammin' mon,

                               andyMy life is my passion!

   http://CLIFFORDRENOVATIONS.COM

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   GregWerner | Apr 13, 2004 12:51am | #17

   Hey Andy. Why don't you send one down to me so I can try it out. If I don't like it I'll send it back.

   Jaybird, I've always used Bostich roofers, haven't let me down yet.

   Greg

   Werner Building &  Remodeling

   Huntingdon PA

    

   Edited 4/12/2004 5:52 pm ET by gwerner

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   dieselpig | Apr 13, 2004 01:13am | #18

   MAX nailers are no joke huh?

   I've got a framer and next to my old cruddy NR83A's..........well it's almost too pretty to use!

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   dIrishInMe | Apr 13, 2004 03:02am | #19

   Thanks all for your thoughts...

   I looked at the side load Hitachi at Blowes today and it seemed to fit nicely in my hand ;-)

   I noticed that the Bostitk had a tool-less adustment for the exposure guide setting - does anyone really use those?Matt

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   thumper | Apr 13, 2004 03:35am | #20

   I have been roofing for 20 years now and have seen every nailer come down the pike. The dealers have given me every make and model to test out. The Hitachi is by far the best,fastest and longest lasting. I still have as a back up a gun from around 1986. I purchased one of the new bottom loading nailers last year and am still having trobles loading it. But only beacuse it's hard to teach an old dog new tricks.

    I did purchase a bostich also for one of the crew only to test full time against the hitachi but am not pleased with it at all.

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   BenA | Apr 11, 2004 10:22pm | #13

   JAY: Bostitch came with a new lighter gun that has a lot more features than the old one. Bostitch does not make the RN45 any more , now its the RN46-1. Check it out on the web site. Good luck

   http://www.stanleybostitch.com/default.asp?TYPE=STATICLEFT&PAGE=inv_rn46.htm&LEFT=left_innovation.htm