So, does anyone else use a drill on slow setting?
We used a mates mortar remover tool and clamped the tool part in the drill so we could thread the rod into and it worked ok for two sweeps last year but the thread has gone on the toolt today.

Any idea of if there is a proper connector we can use?

I’ll try and add a pic.

Cheers

Pole fittings https://imgur.com/gallery/Vynhcyy

The torque required will wreck a drill. They’re setup for high power over short periods of time. An electric paint or plaster stirrer would be better.

18v drill was ok on minimal speed last time tbh.
I’ll still use one as the difference it made was noticeable.
I Just need to source some sort of adapter.

What about a long socket with a 1/4”sq drive to 1/4” hex adapter?

I Just need to source some sort of adapter.

how about a small child? Rees Mogg would be proud of you

Yes lots of sweeps use them. If you have a liner fitted be careful you don’t damage it. Have a look at rotarypowersweeping.co.uk

Here’s a handy YouTube How To video;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brj2xzz2xfk

bru & was 👍😂 cheers. I’ve probably got that L&H somewhere in the VHS box set in the loft 😀
Thanks brick, I’ll have a butchers.

I use a power sweep system, easy and works great with a boosch 18v drill

Had a quick look at the power sweep system but was working out at £350 for the whole kit?

Hot_fiat has come up with a cheap solution. 👍

I have this kit, good for heavy DIY use at around £80.
Sweepy

I got it locally, but think it’s on Amazon too.

Cheers bedmaker, that’s a bit different in cost!
Any drawbacks at all?

Something I never thought about trying but at this price I’m tempted.

Chimney Flue Cleaning Rod Sweep Sweeping Brush Set Dry Duct Clean Kit Lint Remover (1 Brush Head + 4 Rods/Use with or Without Power Drill) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07KSWZSBK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_rvrEDbJ0A7B3H

Cheers bedmaker, you have cost me 70 odd notes!! For 15m and spare bits.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Chimney-Sweep-Power-sweeping-Chimney-Brush-DIY-set-flexible-Chimney-Typhoon/312050167631?hash=item48a7a3af4f:m:m9VTKQ6DJeZ-aAYYdrMF00Q&var=610796201211