The tools that Ridgid should make.

[Andy B.]

1. The Sliding compound miter saw should be model after the delta twin miter saw and the Hitachi C 12RSH.
2. The ridgid radial arm saw needs to come back in a 10” and 12” models.
3. The ridgid planer needs a four knife cutter head.
4. Ridgid needs to make a cordless vacuum. We all to clean up while a customer’s job site.
5. Ridgid need to make a sliding metal chop saw also in a cordless version.
6. Ridgid needs to make a cordless router.
7. And finally Ridgid need to make a wood shaper.

If ridgid is going after the contractor then these are some of the tools, I would like to see come to market. Just my $.02 cents

[Andy B.]

I would also like to see a 24 volt sliding compond miter saw.

[Bob D.]

I would also like to see a 24 volt sliding compond miter saw.

Can we get a 24V jobsite HDTV/coffee pot to go with that? :D

[Polar Sparky 1224]

I'm still waiting for the router table like the grizzly G0528
http://www.grizzly.com/products/g0528
I do think my thumb is doing most decision making though.:p

[Bob D.]

PS1224,

look at this table, similar to the Grizzly

http://www.ridgidforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=7561&highlight=router+table

[Kilroy377]

Polar Sparky,

For now, space is limited at my place of abode. I do like the idea of this Bench Dog addition to my tablesaw (still saving for).

http://www.benchdog.com/promax.htm

[hewood]

Here's the list I'd like to see them add:

- 8" jointer
- 1.5hp dust collector
- Hybrid saw with upgradeable fence options
- Benchtop DP

[Andy B.]

was model after the Dewalt uk sliding compond miter saw. http://www.dewalt.co.uk/products.asp?lid=1&mktid=2&catno=DW017N&hierarchyID1=1&hierarchyID2=12&hierarchyID3=1111&bucketid=1&sid=1

[George]

Ridgid should return to the Radial Arm Saw market. A 12" model if possible.

[subiemech85]

24v impact driver, snakelite, radio, 12v-powered charger

[RedBaron]

24v impact is supposed to be out already but... ridgid needs to make some cordless 24v nail guns finish and brad, right angle impact or drill, angle grinder, drywall/deck gun, 10" miter saw, jamb saw. all these items could be 24v max select items and still sell for cheap.

[Disaster]

24v impact is supposed to be out already but... ridgid needs to make some cordless 24v nail guns finish and brad, right angle impact or drill, angle grinder, drywall/deck gun, 10" miter saw, jamb saw. all these items could be 24v max select items and still sell for cheap.

If they come out with an electric nail gun it should be like the DeWalt or even the little Black and Decker....not like the crappy TTI/Ryobi brad nailer. The Ryobi gun is slowwwww...and works marginally for staples....very poorly for brads.

[JWMustang]

24v drill (not hammer combo) because lighter with LED light, I see Craftsman already has one. But also have laser & bit & drill holder built in.
24v saw with laser.
24v jigsaw with laser/light

[woodenstickers]

I would love to see a cordless pin nailer (23 ga). I have the senco air and love it. I wish I had one when I was a window installer and banging up jamb, case and sills all the time. For stain grade work it is awesome and you can put two or three into a miter or right near the edge without even thinking about splitting.
Ridgid will have one sold already if they do make it...

[Newman]

Cordless right angle drill.
Quality tool belt.
Biscuit joiner.

[Paladin2025]

Cordless right angle drill.
Quality tool belt.
Biscuit joiner.

I'm with you on the biscuit joiner. My current fav. (which I almost bought a few days ago) is the Porter Cable 557. I'm surprised that Ridgid hasn't come out with one, it's such a common/popular tool.

[Bob D.]

"...My current fav. (which I almost bought a few days ago) is the Porter Cable 557..."

What could they (Ridgid) do to make theirs any better that you (or anyone else) would choose the Ridgid over the PC? Can you think of a feature or change that would improve usability that the PC does not have? And you have to keep the price in line with the DW or PC versions, unless you want to go all out and take on the Lamello (the original), which goes for better than $600. If you already had a DW or PC, would you dump it for a Ridgid just to have all orange tools or because of the LSA?

[Newman]

I was actually thinking of a cordless biscuit joiner...
That would come in handy when doing a few door casings...

[Paladin2025]

"...My current fav. (which I almost bought a few days ago) is the Porter Cable 557..."

What could they (Ridgid) do to make theirs any better that you (or anyone else) would choose the Ridgid over the PC? Can you think of a feature or change that would improve usability that the PC does not have? And you have to keep the price in line with the DW or PC versions, unless you want to go all out and take on the Lamello (the original), which goes for better than $600. If you already had a DW or PC, would you dump it for a Ridgid just to have all orange tools or because of the LSA?

Bob-
The one thing that would swing me from the PC is the adjustment knobs on the fence. I believe it was the left side. I wasn't able to remove enough of the hardware to make the side of my biscuit joiner go flush against the side of a cabinet.

My favorite thing about the PC is the grip tape that exists along the entire face of the tool (something the DW doesn't have). Although I don't find them a feature, some find LED lights to be a great addition as well.

However, in terms of tools, why did Ridgid come out with a router, when there's some pretty established products out already? I want an alternative to the PC, that won't break the bank, but works just as well.

I was actually thinking of a cordless biscuit joiner...
That would come in handy when doing a few door casings...
I would echo Newman on his cordless idea, as long as the battery part doesn't get in the way of any of the operations.

[sandhu49]

Ridgid needs to make Cordless Nailers and staplers, as well as a router. Since they do have a 24V battery the router should work cool.

[sandhu49]

In all of my sacramento stores, they are showing the impact wrench on thiier board, but they say wrong SKU or when I ask one of the HD associated, they have no idea what i'm talking about..

[Bob D.]

heywood wrote: "- 1-3/4hp hybrid saw with upgraded fence options"

I too think RIDGID should offer a hybrid saw, but I get a step up on the competition a notch or two with the following;

A good (US made, maybe by Emerson?) 2HP motor, plus an optional 3 HP motor.
Magnetic starter.
A cabinet with built-in mobile base similar to the PM2000.
Riving knife w/overhead arm blade guard (license the SharkGuard® design from Lee maybe).
Router mount in one of the wings that can be mounted on the left or right side of the saw, no add-on router table wing to buy.

[garager]

Drum (table) sanders 13"-18"-24", Ridgid needs to make this machine, I used (Jet) mine more then the planer, now I'm in need of another, can't decide which model or brand. Though the 13" is just not wide enough for my usage, I'm sure it would for a lot of other woodworkers. So come on Ridgid how about a Table Sander...

[Floorguy]

I know these have probably already been listed, but never hurts to add to the numbers....would love to see Cordless RIDGID Maxselect or 24XLI
1. Cut-off/Grinder
2. Right Angle Drill
3. Impact Wrench

[Woussko]

I would love to see a true right angle cordless drill. Give the Ridgid one a good 24 Volt motor and beefy gearing. Make it like a little Milwaukee HoleHawg in style, but cordless and not as big, but in the same style.

[bob bridgewater]

I sure could use an 8' Ridgid step ladder. A self snaping chuck line and a Ridgid brand wood plane that is as good as a Stanley Bailey!
For real!!!

[aikiwood]

What i really need to see ridgid come out with is....
#1 wood shaper
#2 8" jointer
#3 wood shaper
#4 and oh yeah ....a wood shaper
Id love to see them come out with a decent wood shaper in the $300-$400 range. ARE there any decent shapers out there in that range?I see the cheap delta shopmasters and others just over $100 and i see loads from $600 well into the thousands. Seems like ridgid would have a market there.

[jbergstrom]

I wish Ridgid would make...

An electric demolition hammer:D in a few different sizes...

Lighter:
Something like the Dewalt D25940K
http://www.dewalt.com/us/products/tool_detail.asp?productID=5631

or the Hilti TE 905 AVR
http://www.us.hilti.com/holus/modules/prcat/prca_navigation.jsp?OID=-12023

Medium:
Something to compete with the unit I currently own, Hitachi H65SC
http://www.hitachi-koki.com/powertools/products/hammer/h65sc/h65sc.html

Heavy:
and something to give the Bosch Brute11304 a run for the money:eek:
http://www.boschtools.com/tools/tools-detail.htm?H=175982&G=54916&I=55042

I would also make sure that good strong (and long) spade bits are available for all except the heavy class demolition hammers.
http://www.us.hilti.com/holus/modules/prcat/prca_popupproductpic.jsp?OID=12300
I couldn't imagine hoisting that thing very far off the ground for too long:(

I use a spade bit with my Hitachi for digging post holes, footings etc. along with an assortment of bars, post hole digger and shovel. I find it indespensable and way quicker then any other method. There is no ground, asphalt, concrete etc. that I can't pentrate:cool:

I think Ridgid could do well in this line:rolleyes:

[Alphacowboy]

How about a Radio? My jobsite radio is on the fritz and would love a battery charger/radio from them. With a 12-18v charger and 24v charger built in, would be PERFECT for what I need. Why havent they done this already?

[Alphacowboy]

Oh another thing... where is the Hardiboard nailer? I really would like a coil siding nailer! I have had great luck with the Ridgid Finish nailers, roof nailer and framing nailer, so a siding nailer would be killer. I will be in the market for one of these in about 2 months, so Ridgid, get on the ball on this one! Or maybe a conversion kit for my Roofing nailer I already have...?

While I am at it how about a Hardiboard shear? That would be right on the money. I got two houses to build this year and 2 more to reside, and they all get Hardiboard siding!

[J-man12]

12" double bevel miter saw,and put the metal lower guard back on the 18v circular saw

[garager]

this?

http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/MS1290LZ1-12-Sliding-Miter-Saw/index.htm

[oldslowchevy]

i think he means one that is not the slider

[ole forester]

A tool like the festool domino would be nice.

[pembedm]

Shop Tools...
ridgid shaper, full size shop air compressor(60 gal or so), dust collector all sizes big and small, hybrid saw (optional bisymer... fence), large drum sander, scroll saw
Cordless and corded Tools....
1/2" Impact wrench, high speed rotary drywall tool, grinder/cut off tool, biscut jointer, nial guns(cordless), garden tool line,
More, More, More...

[cpw]

Shop Tools...
ridgid shaper, full size shop air compressor(60 gal or so), dust collector all sizes big and small, hybrid saw (optional bisymer... fence), large drum sander, scroll saw
Cordless and corded Tools....
1/2" Impact wrench, high speed rotary drywall tool, grinder/cut off tool, biscut jointer, nial guns(cordless), garden tool line,
More, More, More...
They do have somewhat of a garden tool line. There are really nice RIDGID branded shovels/rakes with bright orange fiberglass handles.

[tchads]

A table saw that's a smaller/lighter version of the TS3660 or a TS2410 offered with an induction motor. Hard part is keeping the price affordable.

[stokefire7]

well lets see; tapered dwv socket bits ,copper resizing 1/2 thru 2 inside and out, pencil reamer, dinky pipe stands, large o.d. tube bender, 2 1/8 and 2 9/16 stud punch, vinyl coated strap wrench, copper cleaner after soldering, jobsite digital camera, flame retardent long sleeve t-shirt, 100% cotton pants in blue collar colors, lojac chips for tools,hand held core drill,bits that drill glazed tile with ease, porta power clamping, white t-shirt old school ridgid logo(interlocking d and g)pipe wrench and ball pien hammer crossed on back(black on white) chrome plated pipe wrenchs,pocket srewdriver with the magnet on the end,solar flashlite voltaic cell on dash or above mirror,f-350 ridgid edition, ashtray for cigars,1/4 ton lever hoist,forstner bit sharpener,scanner -locater for concrete,hole saws deep enough to drill a 2x4 on a 45,light to medium duty air skates,

[Frankiarmz]

I don't mind repeating myself, here goes. I/2 inch heavy duty 18/24 volt impact gun with minimum 240 ft lbs of torque and keep it under $120.00. 18/24 volt grinder. Cordless miter saw. Cordless LED worklight.

[Andy B.]

What about a Cordless table saw?

[Frankiarmz]

What about a Cordless table saw?

I'm willing to bet some bright tool designer could easily put together a 18volt 8" power head that could be swithced between a portable table saw frame and sliding compound or simple compound mitre frame. Ryobi was able to amke a decent 8 1/4" 18volt mitre saw a couple years ago and it was inexpensive. The base for a portable table saw is also very inexpensive and like I said some bright designer could easliy figure out how to make both frames work with the same powerhead and for cheap. Come on Ridgid, build it and see how many you sell! Still waiting for that 1/2" heavy duty cordless impact gun similar to the one DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee and others already make.:mad:

[tinmack]

Still waiting for that 1/2" heavy duty cordless impact gun similar to the one DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee and others already make.:mad:


I have the Milwaukee V28 impact wrench and it's too much power. Then again, better too much......

[Frankiarmz]

I have the Milwaukee V28 impact wrench and it's too much power. Then again, better too much......

Lucky guy! Ingersoll Rand makes a 19.2 volt impact that put out 360ft lbs. Why can't Ridgid offer such a tool? I'm also bugging the Forum over at Ryobi for the same tool.

[tinmack]

Lucky guy! Ingersoll Rand makes a 19.2 volt impact that put out 360ft lbs. Why can't Ridgid offer such a tool? I'm also bugging the Forum over at Ryobi for the same tool.


I think Ridgid's tool line is in a state of flux right now, considering how they're clearing out the 24 volt line, the MaxSelect line, and the mess that the 18 volt lithium intro was with the two different sizes of batteries.

MaxSelect was a great option, some nice tools there. I had the V28 Milwaukee before that though, and they've added some tools to the line so I don't think the immediate danger of discontinuation is there.

That didn't stop me from grabbing all the MaxSelect when they went on sale here last fall. Well worth grabbing the compact drill set for the batteries as well.

Rumour is that Milwaukee is clearing out there V18 stuff to make way for new tools. I guess the fact you could use the 18 volt lithium tools in the older Nicad drills didn't register enough new tool sales.

Ridgid SHOULD have, in my opinion only, expanded the 24 volt line/MaxSelect line, even phasing out the 18 volt line other than batteries. Seems like they're hedging their bets on 18 volt and killing the 24. Considering you've got Dewalt with a 36 volt line, I don't know how much of the heavy duty market Ridgid is looking for.

Considering the disappointment with the radio, which no doubt translated into disappointing sales, I'd say grab up whatever tools from the existing/MasSelect line that you don't have. You might never see them again.

As far as new tools, if they come, I'd say you'll have to buy new batteries to use them.

As I've noted before, very hard to get all you want in one complete tool line.

The only thing that might satisfy your craving, Frankie, would be the MaxSelect impact gun(if you can find one) used with the 24 volt batteries(again, if you can find them). Specs show higher RPM with the 24 volt batteries, yet I don't know if that means higher torque. Someone on here probably knows better than I do.

Other than that, Ridgid doesn't seem to be showing their cards.

[Frankiarmz]

I think Ridgid's tool line is in a state of flux right now, considering how they're clearing out the 24 volt line, the MaxSelect line, and the mess that the 18 volt lithium intro was with the two different sizes of batteries.

MaxSelect was a great option, some nice tools there. I had the V28 Milwaukee before that though, and they've added some tools to the line so I don't think the immediate danger of discontinuation is there.

That didn't stop me from grabbing all the MaxSelect when they went on sale here last fall. Well worth grabbing the compact drill set for the batteries as well.

Rumour is that Milwaukee is clearing out there V18 stuff to make way for new tools. I guess the fact you could use the 18 volt lithium tools in the older Nicad drills didn't register enough new tool sales.

Ridgid SHOULD have, in my opinion only, expanded the 24 volt line/MaxSelect line, even phasing out the 18 volt line other than batteries. Seems like they're hedging their bets on 18 volt and killing the 24. Considering you've got Dewalt with a 36 volt line, I don't know how much of the heavy duty market Ridgid is looking for.

Considering the disappointment with the radio, which no doubt translated into disappointing sales, I'd say grab up whatever tools from the existing/MasSelect line that you don't have. You might never see them again.

As far as new tools, if they come, I'd say you'll have to buy new batteries to use them.

As I've noted before, very hard to get all you want in one complete tool line.

The only thing that might satisfy your craving, Frankie, would be the MaxSelect impact gun(if you can find one) used with the 24 volt batteries(again, if you can find them). Specs show higher RPM with the 24 volt batteries, yet I don't know if that means higher torque. Someone on here probably knows better than I do.

Other than that, Ridgid doesn't seem to be showing their cards.

Thanks for the good info. I want/need a real powerful 1/2 impact and the 24volt select max is nowhere close to the torque of these heavy duty tools. My need is not so urgent that I can't hold off a while and keep using my corded impact, but I do want such a tool. Hey, if Ridgid and Ryobi don't get off their butts and make this tool, I'll be forced to buy from some other manufacturer. That Ingersoll Rand is tempting, they also make a LED work light. EBay has some decent prices. Come on Ridgid, give us some more tools, please and pack a couple of them 3.0 AH lithiums and a charger in the box. Hey, anyone know if I can charge a lithium in the older nicad charger?:D:D:D:D:D

[Old Grunter]

T Hey, anyone know if I can charge a lithium in the older nicad charger?:D:D:D:D:D

Please don't try it. You'll most likely have the battery catch fire or the charger burn up. :eek: Then you'll have to :running-dog: fast

[Frankiarmz]

Please don't try it. You'll most likely have the battery catch fire or the charger burn up. :eek: Then you'll have to :running-dog: fast

First of all, Welcome;) to the Forum and hope you enjoy it here. I added that last question about charging lithuims in the older nicad chargers as part of a running joke . That question has been batted back and forth for a long time on many threads, so once in a while it gets brought up again. On a serious note, if I remember correctly we were told that the lithiums have a built in safety and they could be charged on the nicad chargers! Some of the folks here still thought that was a bad idea and I agree, but the experts at Ridgid say otherwise. Lots of strange things happens here.:sad:

[tinmack]

Thanks for the good info. I want/need a real powerful 1/2 impact and the 24volt select max is nowhere close to the torque of these heavy duty tools. My need is not so urgent that I can't hold off a while and keep using my corded impact, but I do want such a tool. Hey, if Ridgid and Ryobi don't get off their butts and make this tool, I'll be forced to buy from some other manufacturer. That Ingersoll Rand is tempting, they also make a LED work light. EBay has some decent prices. Come on Ridgid, give us some more tools, please and pack a couple of them 3.0 AH lithiums and a charger in the box. Hey, anyone know if I can charge a lithium in the older nicad charger?:D:D:D:D:D

The Ingersoll Rand impact kit is on eBay for $289.95, and you can get a Milwaukee V28 Impact kit for $299. At least with the V28 you could use the batteries in some other tools......

[tinmack]

On second look, Frankie, that Ingersoll Rand is Nicad batteries. Myself, I'd avoid anything that wasn't lithium.......

[ralphwilson867]

It would be really nice for Ridgid to produce an 8" jointer similar to the Grizzly GO490

[Frankiarmz]

1/2" heavy duty impact wrench. I know, I know, you guys are thinking "Why didn't I suggest this tool?". Well now that the cat's out of the bag so to say I'm sure it won't be long before we see this tool in Home Depot with a big "Ridgid" logo on it.:rolleyes:

[Vince the Plumber]

good day.

i have approached sony canada regarding my "idea". they very nicely told me they won't even look at me unless i have a patent. makes vinsense to me. sounds like they want to see how serious i am.


-rigid should make a mini micro-wave oven for the plumbing van. one that could plug into the power oulet. a hot meal in the middle of the day is good fuel.

[PeterK]

I'd like to see a cordless belt sander. like the small porter cable for finish work would be nice. Then I wouldn't have to make such a big job of sanding out graffitti (scratched) into Stainless steel bathroon stalls

Peter

[Vince the Plumber]

a mulit-tool with all the screwdriver heads including the "robertson #8". could make it an integral part of the plier's jaw tips. would double as fine needle nose.:)