Replace c12 batteries or just get a CXS?

[Mark]

My c12 can't hold a charge overnight anymore and replacements are gonna run me $80/battery + tax = $160 + tax. I've got the Hilti 14.4 Hammer drill and Impact set for burly work, but now thinking that I should put that money towards a new drill rather than replace the batteries. Guess I can just buy one battery and its still cheaper than a new drill.

and... its getting close to Christmas anyway

 

[greenMonster]

I'm sure someone would be interested in buying the c12 alone

 

[hockey_magnet]

Depends on what your requirements are - assuming you have the full C12 set - 3 chucks, etc and everything is in top shape and working 100% - If it were me I'd just get new batteries. The CXS set costs a lot more than that. However if you really think you need a lighter weight drill for most of your work, The CXS is a good choice if as you say, you have a heavier drill for periodic heavy work

 

[Dan Clark]

My suggestion...  Buy one C12 battery AND a CXS. That's what I did.  You'll probably use the CXS 90% of the time.  And you have the C12 for the few times you'll need it.

Regards,

Dan.

 

[GreenGA]

This is kinda what we did.

Our C12 is still running strong but we picked up the CXS anyway.  The CXS is now our go-to drill for all cabinet and trim work.  The C12 we primarily use for "contruction" work when our remaining DeWALT dies from lack of energy; i.e. the batteries die. [embarassed]

My suggestion...  Buy one C12 battery AND a CXS. That's what I did.  You'll probably use the CXS 90% of the time.  And you have the C12 for the few times you'll need it.

Regards,

Dan.