Charger and batteries for Ryobi cordless drill

[Eggles]

I have 'inherited' a non-working 9V Ryobi cordless drill which I would like to try and get functional again. I have been told it is the batteries and/or charger that have died, but I'm having a really hard time finding any reference to the parts I require on the internet. Perhaps the drill is too old? It is referred to as model number BD-1020AR or BD-1020VR (both appear on the owner's manual), the charger is model number BC-72 and the batteries B-72. I don't use a drill often nor for difficult jobs - just drill holes in wood occasionally.

Can anyone advise me whether it is worth pursuing trying to find a replacement charger and batteries? or am I flogging a dead horse?

If I decide to purchase a working drill, bearing in mind it would be just for occasional domestic use, what would you recommend?

[jchappo]

Bunnings Special Orders desk will be able to source and price them for you.

Will probably be dearer than a new one though.

[wheelinround]

try battery world

there is a place at Dural jchappo for sydneyites will find name and get back to you

[Eggles]

I'll try Bunnings then. I'm in Melbourne, so a Sydney place isn't going to be very useful, as paying for postage would probably put it way out of a reasonable price range.

So - assuming this is going to cost some money (I have absolutely no idea how much) and I decide instead to buy a new drill (or even one on ebay) what would people recommend? Bear in mind it is for occasional domestic use for drilling holes in wood.

[jchappo]

try battery world

there is a place at Dural jchappo for sydneyites will find name and get back to you

Yes, I know of Accupack, but they are not cheap either.

[Outbackrr]

as far as the batteryless/chargerless drill goes

For very occasion use a cheapo corded drill would be better, batteries need continual cycling.

[scooter]

Highly likely it will cost you more to get the old unit going that to purchase a new one.

So - assuming this is going to cost some money (I have absolutely no idea how much) and I decide instead to buy a new drill (or even one on ebay) what would people recommend? Bear in mind it is for occasional domestic use for drilling holes in wood.

Forum searches yield a lot of results on a common topic like this. Have done one for you here.

In short, I'd recommend one that has 2 batteries, 2 speed, and a 1hr (or less) charger. Will cost you around $100 upwards & will serve you well.


Cheers..................Sean