Beyond using Craftsman's automatic hammer (which is unfortunately on back order), what are some options for driving nails in tight spaces; too tight to swing a hammer? Thanks!
Use a palm nailer. Paslode, senco, bostitch, ridgid, hitachi and a lot of other manufacturers make them for around $70. They're used with an air compressor and work as slick as a whistle (and a heck of a lot better than anything battery powered that Craftsman makes).
You can also drive structurally rated screws in tight places, especially if you have a right angle drill. Just make sure the screws are rated for the application, and are correctly installed (i.e. you drill the correctly sized pilot hole).
Thanks to ALL of you for the quick replies. Those are both options I hadn't thought of, and I'm looking forward to using your advice as I tackle the joists one more time tomorrow.
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