Grease Gun Recommendations

[timswi]

Dewalt 20v cordless for me--Love that thing

 

[cdaigle430]

I'll second this one too! I was already quite heavily invested into Milwaukee.

Time for me to get one as I already have the following Milwaukee M18 tools;

Hammer Drill
1\2 inch impact
portable skill saw
band Saw
ratchet wrench
portable stand light and charger
various attachments
hardware cases
gaws-all

Wish list
grease gun
caulking gun
and someday pipe crimping set

 

[Cat_Driver]

Not practical for most of us. Not spending nearly $900 for a grease gun. Hard for some of us to justify a $200 Dewalt.

When I purchased it over 20 years ago, it was less than the price of the dewalt I agree I would not spend that on one at the time there were only two choices this one and Lincoln. I had the Lincoln and it was junk.

 

[johndeerefarmer]

Milwaukee M18 grease gun and lock n lube coupler.......

 

[mini14]

Dewalt 20v was one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. I do have a pistol grip manual operated and a lever one too
Stay away from the aluminum bodied ones like the Lucas. They dent easily.

 

[jgedmond]

Lincoln pneumatic has worked great for me. I bought that after the HF pneumatic almost blew up in my hand!

 

[GeneV]

I agree, I have the Lincoln Pneumatic one and it's great. It's pumps fast and is easy to load. I just ordered a second one because I like the first one so much and needed another.

Regardless of what you pick, get a lock-n-lube tip. They are WELL WORTH the $30.

I'm another one with the Lincoln pneumatic and the lockinlube. Love it.

 

[spitter]

Fianally broke down and bought a lock n lube coupler .:cool2: It made crawling under the tractor and greaseing the hard to reach fittings enjoyable. Or maybe it was my good Buddywiser.:drink:

 

[zaynkarim]

High temp bearing grease from wally world. Generic can of it is like $7, and you'll end up passing it down to your grandchildren 3/4 full.

 

[drkbrent]

That LockNLube tip is fantastic.

 

[Turbine Driver]

That LockNLube tip is fantastic.

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

 

[mangler]

Anyone running the Milwaukee M12 model? I have both M12 and M18 systems, but the M12 is a bit cheaper, and apparently does the same as the M18, just a bit slower.

There are a few reports of issues with the plunger and cartridges (ie plunger not fitting), but some people say it's a read the freakin manual thing, so i wanted to get first hand experience.

Also have the Ryobi system, but the Ryobi is actually more expensive than the M12 grease gun (139 vs 119) and it would be nice to use these M12 tools and batteries

 

[toejam792]

Anyone running the Milwaukee M12 model? I have both M12 and M18 systems, but the M12 is a bit cheaper, and apparently does the same as the M18, just a bit slower.

There are a few reports of issues with the plunger and cartridges (ie plunger not fitting), but some people say it's a read the freakin manual thing, so i wanted to get first hand experience.

Also have the Ryobi system, but the Ryobi is actually more expensive than the M12 grease gun (139 vs 119) and it would be nice to use these M12 tools and batteries

I just got the m12, only put one tube threw it so far but i like it. Its amazing what a diffrence going battery operated made.

 

[JESSE1]

I just got the m12, only put one tube threw it so far but i like it. Its amazing what a diffrence going battery operated made.

I've been using the M12 for several years without a problem. If it goes out I'll probably get the M18 just because the battery matches my other Milwaukee tools.

 

[mangler]

I've been using the M12 for several years without a problem. If it goes out I'll probably get the M18 just because the battery matches my other Milwaukee tools.

Thanks for confirming it works fine when properly loaded

Yes no question the M18 is better, mostly on volume/speed. If you have serious greasing needs, it would make sense to upgrade after the M12 dies I guess.

For me, I'm looking at a CUT (really low use, like less than 75hours/year) and a garden tractor (mower spindles and such) for my greasing needs. I can probably wait the extra minute for the savings.

 

[Peter 315]

Well I guess I'm old school pistol grip pump with LocknLube tip..

 

[mangler]

Is anyone using a Lube Shuttle from Airtec? I am impressed with the system and general quality of the gun, but I would be worried about grease availability in the proprietary screw on tubes. Was looking online for inexpensive ways to refill tubes (ie from a 5 gallon pail, special pump/fitting), but all I could was basically commercial refill equipment.

 

[IrishStout]

I just learned about Lube Shuttle. I have not tried it, but am interested. They sell empty tubes which I assume would allow you to put your own grease in. It seems the tubes can be used several times before having to replace due to integrity issues.

 

[John Skull]

Alemite 500-E gun, Lock-N-Lube tip, Lucas 10301 grease. Best I've ever had and don't see changing.

 

[mangler]

I just learned about Lube Shuttle. I have not tried it, but am interested. They sell empty tubes which I assume would allow you to put your own grease in. It seems the tubes can be used several times before having to replace due to integrity issues.

Can be re-used 3 times safely. You have a dealer in your area, you can get the gun, empty tubes and a refill adapter (providing you have a grease pump). Shipping was a little rich for me (35usd...). But should be 15usd for you in the USA.