On 2/21/18 10:31 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 10:46:18 PM UTC-5, Leon Bridges
wrote:
DerbyDad03 wrote:
I need to trim out a few windows and install some base molding. I
found a Certified Factory Reconditioned Ridgid ZRR09890B
HYPERDRIVE 18-Volt 18-Gauge 2-1/8 in. Brushless Brad Nailer for
$159.

Assuming that I can get away with an 18g nailer, I want to make
sure that my Rigid batteries will work. I have the batteries
shown here, which are rated at 1.5Ah:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1...052K/205690161



Those batteries will work right? They may not last long, but I have 2 and
I'm not going pro with this tool.

I open to suggestions for other nailer options, but I'm not
looking to drop hundreds on a tool that will see very little use.
I have crappy 100PSI compressor, but nothing more than the curly
hose that came with it.

Thoughts?


100 psi is likely plenty for a HF finish nailer an a whole lot
less expensive. I would go that route.

A HF nailer might go well with my HF compressor. ;-)

They have a 3-in-1 16g/18g/18g staple for $90. Might be worth a try
for this job. Easily returnable if it sucks. Plus it features
"Economical air consumption".

(I need to use long nails. My walls are 3/4" thick. 3/8" plaster over
3/8" gypsum board) The original nails for the window trim were 2.5"
where they nailed the edge that overlaps the plaster)


Not necessarily. That wall configuration is a candidate for "X" nailing.
Shoot nails at 45° angles, closely spaced, and it should hold fine.

In any case, most nail guns will shoot 2-1/2" brads which should eat
enough stud to hold trim. 3/4" + 1/2" trim leaves plenty of nail in the
stud/sole plate.


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