I've been using my M18 drill to cut out a lot of 6" holes for cornhole boards, but I've recently run into some trouble. My first drill stopped working, so I got a replacement, but now the LED lights up and everything seems fine, yet it doesn't respond when I hit the trigger. I'm looking for recommendations on a more reliable tool to avoid burning through drills for this task.
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If you're looking for alternatives, check out the Milwaukee fuel router with a circle cutting template. It might be slower than a hole saw, depending on your material, but it could give you cleaner cuts without straining the tool.
Have you considered getting a Hole Hawg? It's known for handling big holes like yours easily. Plus, there's the Super Hawg, which is actually rated to tackle 6" hole saws all day long! That might save you some headaches down the road.
Honestly, for these big hole saws, I've heard that mixing drills are pretty effective. They have low gearing and big handles, which help manage those larger saws without bogging down the drill.