Thanks Rod,
I like your idea of the right angle cordless tool. The cordless drivers are nice and compact. Keeps it simple.
I don't have (or need) a cordless impact driver so I looked for alternatives rather than investing in a cordless system. I'm still working on wearing out the old 18v NiCad cordless tools left over from my construction business.
The corded driver was $23 shipped from fleabay so it was a no brainier to explore if it was feasible to use.
Jay,
You must be my brother from another mother. I had the same idea as what you did. I actually took an electric impact tool apart to see how it can work. Then I sold my Southbend lathe and gave up on the idea.
How is your high speed spindle upgrade coming along?
Rod in San Francisco