Carpenters - Framing Nailer question - Page 3

The Beef · 02-03-06, 06:15

Yes, the degree is the degree the nails are held toghether. I like the paper nails. Like I said they all come in different ways the are attached whether it be paper, wire, or plastic. You can get full head or clipped head in any way. I have used full head nails in a clipped nailer but it tends to bind up every so often.

JDookie · 02-03-06, 06:24

Okay, click on this link, and look at the top three nailers listed. If you had to pick one of the three, which one would it be and why?

http://www.porter-cable.com/index.asp?e=547&p=2613

Now that I understand where the "degree" part comes in, is it safe to assume that the more the angle, the more versatile the nailer would be? In other words, the 30-34 degree clipped nailer would be more versatile than both the 28 degree clipped and the 22 degree round?

The Beef · 02-03-06, 06:37

FC350A. They are all good nailers but I just prefer paper nails with this gun are compatible with the senco guns we use at work. I can guarantee you wont be disappointed in any choice. I think the paper nails are easier to find I believe too. I have one and have had it for 2 years without any problems. Just remember to oil it every so often and it will be fine. Just dont shoot yourself. It hurts really bad. I think it is also a little cheaper than the others too. You should be able to find the FC350 at Lowes or HD also. Ive been in the carpentry and cabinet making for 10years and dont know how they lived with out them sometimes.

JDookie · 02-03-06, 07:07

I just found High Pressure nailers from PC. You guys know anything about those? Actually, I can get a Porter Cable CLFCP350 clipped nailer kit, which comes with the high pressure nailer and 175 psi compressor, which retails for $1,000 for only $499 shipped from Amazon.com after multiple discounts. What do you think? Is this the way to go?

zippymbr · 02-03-06, 07:14

the high pressure guns are still kind of new but very interesting. I have not used one yet but the reviews sure sound good. Fine Homebuilding had a great article about them a year ago. You will need to invest in some poly hoses to withstand the higher pressures. On a job site they could be at a dissdvantage if your other guns operated at normal pressure.

JDookie · 02-03-06, 08:14

Okay, if you can believe it, I finally made a decision and ordered one tonight. I ended up going with this: http://www.portercable.com/index.asp?e=547&p=5229

I went with the high pressure system for two reasons: 1) A more compact and weight saving gun, 6lbs vs. 9, and 2) Simply because I couldn't pass up the deal.

I was going to go with a clipped head nailer anyway, so the fact that it's going to be smaller and lighter is a major plus.

The entire kit retails for $1,020.00. I ended up buying everything from Amazon.com and got the Porter Cable kit, plus a DeWalt 6.5amp reciprocating saw w/ 10 blades, and 2 day shipping, all for $465.00

Just the nailer and saw alone would have exceeded that price, and I got a 175psi compressor, hose, fittings, and saw blades basically for free.

Thank you all for your extensive help. I apologize for all the newb questions, but now I know and will be able to pass along this great info to another person in need. Aside from the fact that I can't wait to start rebuilding!!

So, again, I can't thank you guys enough, and I'll post some pics of the gear when it all comes in, which is supposed to be Tuesday.

Oh yeah, here's my new saw too!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=228013

EDIT:

Wow, the deals just keep coming from amazon. I just placed another order with about $400 worth of levels (48", 24", and 9"), plus a few hand tools, and got it all for $110. I'm doing all my tool shopping from amazon from now on. The trick is taking advantage of their deals though.

zippymbr · 02-04-06, 04:49

Congrats! Nothing like getting new tools in the mail! Amazon alwas amazes me with their deals and the money I spend there on a yearly basis. Let me know how the kit works out. I am very interested at how it holds up both the gun and the hose. Here are the hoses I was speaking about earlier, http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=228013

JDookie · 02-04-06, 03:00

Yeah, I've seen those before. The kit I got comes with a 50' 3/8 vinyl hose, so I should be good with that one for a while.

I can remember the framers using hoses like the one you mention when they were buidling our cabana/pool house. They had one compressor, and a half dozen guns running off of it using poly lines with a big splitter type adapter.

I will certainly post back and let you guys know how everything turns out, and I agree with you, I am amazed at the deals available from amazon. I don't think I'll ever buy a tool from Lowe's or Home Depot ever again!