This is roughly the impact driver I have.

http://www.acetoolonline.com/DeWalt-DCF815S2-12V-Lithium-Ion-Impact-Driver-Kit-p/dew-dcf815s2.htm

And these are the bits..

http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DW1956-Pilot-Assortment-16-Piece/dp/B0000E6UE1

I broke my normal drill and I've never used my impact for drilling (seems like not quite what it's meant for). Anyways I don't have enough money to purchase a new drill this week and I'm working on a new deck. Is there a way to use the smaller bits (Should only need 1/8") in the impact?

Thanks in advance!

Hi, I'm an occasional DIYer and use up certain drill bits (< 1/4") through breakage and dulling. I have a big boxed assortment of drill accessories, including things that will probably last a lifetime, but those smaller drill bits keep thinning out.
What do you usually do, do you buy individual bits to replace them, do you buy entire sets, or are there other bulk offerings? Any advice on brand?

I cannot find one anywhere, and need to drill a hole in wood that is 4" in diameter. The biggest drill bits I can find are 1" in diameter.

I tried this carbide tip drill bit from Home Depot and it got only 1/4" deep after 5 minutes. Maybe a specialty store for diamond drill bits or something??

I'd like to spend as little as I can get away with, obviously, but I'm willing to spend as much as I need to. I'm looking for something that I can use for everyday-around-the-house tasks like hanging curtain rods and blinds, paintings and basic repairs like if a cabinet door or something needs to be fixed but I also want something heavy-duty enough that I can do larger projects like building a deck or a picnic table.

I understand Makita is a great brand but I also see a lot of Dewault drills around too.

What kind of torque do I need? Should it be 3/8"? What about voltage? 18 volts?

I wasn't sure where to post this question but anyway, I am looking to purchase a new drill for my husband for Christmas but I'm not sure what to look for when buying. Is there much difference btwn these 4 drills? Which would be better? Also if you have better recommendations that'd be great too. Thanx!

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productCompare&lpage=none&referurl=productList%26No%3D0%26Ntt%3Ddrills%26Ntk%3Di_tools

Sorry bout the link...here are the ones I was asking opinions on...

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productList&No=0&Ne=9000&category=DeWalt&N=0+5000967+4294966746

Thanx everyone....ummm except "cindy h"...no, not ALL men love Craftsman. My husband prefers DeWalt just as some of the guys here... As for asking me...Ralph Lauren or No Boundaries...well I'd have to say neither.....Wish I could give most of all the rest of you guys 10 points as you've all been very helpful. Thanx much!

I just need to put up some blinds from Ikea.

I live in Boston and the moldings (mouldings?) in this apartment are old hardwood. The walls are plaster. I have a hard time hanging anything.

I just spent forty-five minutes trying to get six screws into the window moldings. Three of the screws broke. One was stripped. The others went in, but took forever.

I am using an inexpensive cordless drill from Black and Decker. I tried changing the bit (both a larger and a smaller one): no luck.

What is going on?? Is my drill too cheap? Is the wood too hard? I asked the man at the hardware store today, and he said that as long as it wasn't metal (it's definitiely wood), the screw "should go right in." I haven't used power tools since I used to build sets in high school, but I don't remember having this much trouble with such a basic project.

Help!!

I need to drill anthing from a 1/4" to 4 1/2" hole. I have used diamond tipped bits...these are expensive and take a lot of time. I have also used water as a coolant and lubricant.
Is there a bit that is made just for drilling ceramic tile that I have not found?

i have been wondering how im am going to attach a square pole (3" x 3") to a tree, and i was thinking that i could use a big nail. unfortunatly, im pretty sure that the nail will split the wood. what can i do?

(i am going to be nailing the post to the tree as the base of a treehouse, so it needs to be able to support weight. also, i dont own or intend to buy a cordless drill. i could borrow one, but if at all possible i would like to avioid that. i do own screwdrivers.)

I need like 3/4" or 1" drill bit, do they make them this big, and can I buy them at like lowes or home depot.