Power tools?

Question:

I am sistering joist in my basement. i was thinking of buying a paslode cordless nailer but wasn't sure if i needed a finisher or a trimmer. My joist are douglas fir and I'm sistering them with 2x8 treated joist. which cordless nailer is the best nailer to use for that application. i want to buy paslode because of their reputation and i also want cordless. please help. finisher or trimmer ? angled or straight ? and the last question is it powerful enough to drive 16 gauge 2 1/4 inch nails through douglas fir ?

Answer:

I don't know if you have heard of a cordless impact drill driver, but I use one to do similar jobs as you have described. They can drive a 3 1/2 " screw with no problem into pine joists. They are also hand for drywall too, and relatively inexpensive. I bought a craftsman one in a kit and it performed well. They sell for around a 100 bucks or so. For more power check out a Dewalt but they are also more pricey. Just depends on how much you plan on using it.