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Appreciation post: my old drill chuck finally got replaced and I can't believe the difference
I've been using the same cordless drill for like 5 years and the chuck was so worn out it wouldn't hold bits straight. Finally swapped it for a new keyless chuck from Amazon for about 12 bucks last weekend. Took maybe 20 minutes with a hex key and some YouTube help. Now my holes are actually straight and bits don't wobble mid-drive. Has anyone else noticed how much a worn out chuck messes up your work without realizing it?
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sean_barnes242d ago
15 bucks for a keyless chuck is a solid deal, I got mine for like 10 dollars a couple years back. One thing though - WD-40 isn't a cleaner, it's a solvent that can wash away grease if you spray too much. I made that mistake once and my chuck started acting loose after a few months. You're better off using brake cleaner or just plain rubbing alcohol to clean out gunk, then hit it with a tiny bit of white lithium grease on the threads. Keeps it running smooth for way longer.
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the_robin2d ago
Did you check if the chuck was actually worn or just the jaws were stuck with gunk? I had the same issue, cleaned mine out with WD-40 and a toothbrush, tightened it back up and it worked fine for another year before finally giving up.
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