Hi guys,
Just wondering if any one has a portercable fc350? If so I am curious to know how well it shoots a 3″ ringshank galvanized nail? I am planning some decks in the future and was just curious about its power. It shoots brite nails just fine.
Any replies would be appreciated.
Chris
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I've used mine for 8d ringshanks galvanized (2.275 length) It handles them OK.
Have not seen 3" gal ringshanks for this nailer , so cannot comment there.
I tried the PC nail starter and found I was grabbing my hammer too often. I wound up buying the Bostich N88ww. 1000 pounds impact and I can sink 3 1/2 inch ring shanks into Dry white oak. So far it hasn't failed and It's reasonably light.
I have the FR350 (round head not clipped) and I can fire 3" ring into anything I've tried including some oak.
However if I were buying a gun for constant use I would opt for the Bostich or Hitachi. Not that I ahve any problems with the PC but I'm not sure how well it will deal with long term use.
SJ