Spade bit stuck in drill -- any suggestions?

[supper shaun]

I know this sounds extremely lame, but I cannot open the chuck on my DeWalt drill and get my spade bit out. Boy do I feel weak. Any suggestions???? I have no idea how it got so tight. Anyone interested in a dedicated 1 1/4 hole maker?!?! I may have one available -- although I may take it up to the local hardware store to see if anyone has stronger hands. Or maybe I will see if my wife will go for me and spare me the public shame!!!

[LCHIEN]

keyless chuck or keyed chuck?

if its keyless, get one of those rubber strap wrenches for just a little bit extra leverage.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...d=strap+wrench

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...d=strap+wrench

[Wandere]

If it's keyed, slide a small pipe over the key for leverage.

If it's the collar twist only kind...have one of those strap-style jar openers?

All about getting some leverage on the puppy!

If the metals are dissimilar and have been in contact for a long time, you could have a weak weld forming, try tapping it with a hammer to "shock" the weld loose and then try disengaging the bit.

I'm making all of this up, worth a shot.

I'd go to temperature extremes last...freezing the bit, then light shock. Remove battery first.

-Rob

[supper shaun]

It's key less and corded. It had it out in the garage for a while and am going to let it stay there and enjoy the game tonight. Had thought about the strap thingies, but would need to purchase. Really does make me laugh, a little that is.

[RAV2]

Grab the spade bit in a vise. Wrap the chuck in duct tape. Grap the chuck with a pair of water pump pliers (or similar).

Remove tape when done.

Use least amount of gripping force but if you leave "teeth" marks in the chuck body after removal, sand/file them so you don't cut yourself when you tighten the chuck in the future.

[supper shaun]

Hadn't thought of that -- thanks RAV. Go Pats.

[JimD]

I've used slip joint pliers before.