I have an old Makita cordless drill which has served well for general home usage. It is a model 6010D DC 7.2V 600rpm. Now, it is running so slow with no oomph. I am alone now and just need it for an occasional molley or curtain rod install. Could it be the battery or do I just have to purchase a whole new drill? The drill is probably 20 years old and the original battery has never been replaced but I hate to waste twenty-some dollars if the drill is just pooped. The charger light goes on when I plug the battery in and it does run, just very slow. I am not even sure I can get a battery any more. It says to use only Makita battery 7000.
Also, I am at a loss if I need to purchase a new cordless drill. I just need one for general occasional home usage. Nothing elaborate. If you can advise either way I will be grateful. What size drill and what is a respectable manufacturer or, stick with which size Makita?
Thanks, Donna
Also, I am at a loss if I need to purchase a new cordless drill. I just need one for general occasional home usage. Nothing elaborate. If you can advise either way I will be grateful. What size drill and what is a respectable manufacturer or, stick with which size Makita?
Thanks, Donna