China Tools Ep.26 T-tracks, Flip-stops, clamps and more!

[@derrickhowell408]

Also you have the nicest and cleanest shops I’ve seen. Well done.

[@celticwoodworking8706]

Dennis, I have been a subscriber for some time now and really enjoy your videos. I can not thank you enough for turning on to Banggood, A real woodworkers toy store. I have been woodworking for over forty years and the products that you have shown from Bangggod not only improves my woodworking , but my enjoyment of my shop. I can not get colored MDF anywhere near me, so I am very jealous of how colorful your shop projects are. Keep up the great videos and I'll hope to be watching for many years to come.

[@colinwilson8747]

Many Thanks from Down Under here in Australia for taking the time to make such great videos. Have watched them all since you started and it is always great to see a new one.

[@michaelholmes4808]

Dennis, crosscut sled looks amazing. Love the use of black MDF in your builds. Makes for a very sharp look in the shop. Thanks for the info on T- tracks and clamps.

[@CoronaWolle]

Thanks again for going through all this trouble for us. I held off my T-track purchase just for you to release this video

[@michaellovetere8033]

Thanks, Dennis; great run down on all the available accessories and your use in your exceptional shop. Gave me a few new ideas.

[@barrydoxseyuk]

You make the video flow so well. For me it can be used over and over again as a reference. Such great advice. I love your use of the black mdf (volchromat). It look so Mooi.

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks Barry

[@richardradosevic872]

Have been following you because of your precision… thanks for all the tips and reviews any tools if purchased because of this have been very high quality

[@DarrenGerbrandt]

So jealous of the availability of black MDF you have.

[@themplar]

based on your lastname i'm guessing you are dutch. In that case Gamma has it.

[@DarrenGerbrandt]

@@themplar I am but I am also living in Canada and have so far been unable to find a local source.

[@ianwallace2038]

Any idea if there might be any available in Texas or from a supplier in the U.S.?

[@themplar]

@@DarrenGerbrandt Ah. yeah that is probably gonna make it a whole lot more difficult.

[@Simontherunner]

Another 'Just at the right time' viewer. I'm a long term DIY person but have just recently begun to do more wood work (mainly cabinets). The more I see on channels like yours, the more I realise how much there is to learn! I've just ordered track, clamps, measuring tapes and mitre stops (using your affiliate links). Thanks for your continued high quality output.

[@robertwestinghouse4098]

Brilliant - I just finished watching all your China Tools serie. Banggood is amazing. Please keep it going. You have a fan in Orange Au, and I am have Dutch roots.

[@rickolson1738]

Another well done episode! Always a pleasure to watch! Cheers from the US!

[@Rob-Hannon]

Your timing is amazing. In the middle of rebuilding my drill press and needed advice on track and stops.

[@Hpibajapitbullrc]

Thanks again Dennis👍

[@TheBluealan2000]

Thank you for another great video, I will only use your links for banggood now. All of your fences and jigs look amazing, gives me something to aspire to.

[@MrV8rick]

Hi I have waited for your track guide since you said about it, I am just trying to build a table so I have been waiting to see what you say, Great you are a lot of help. and collaboration with Peter Millard also

[@mahmut123456]

I gave you a like before watching. A very genuine person that seems to have found his passion. I already purchased many China tools thanks to your videos. Before that I would not have much expectation from such tools but many of them are really great. Greetings from Germany, keep up the good work👌🏻👍🏻

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks man!

[@HansHoffmeister]

Hi Dennis, Great video as always. This one was especially informative. I used your workbench style but with t track. I finally found some here in the US. Thanks again

[@norm5785]

Just sum awesome information. Nice to know the differences in the tracks and the available ruler oprions.. Well done have a great day.

[@edwinb848]

Dennis, you are awesomeness itself. You have made up my mind on taking carpentry more seriously now. Your China tools reviews has me buying a new tool/accessory with a lot more conviction. Thank you so much for making this journey as enjoyable as it has been so far. My workshop will probably be identical to yours at this rate. Love your stuff. Been binge watching you ever since I stumbled across your channel. Thank you so much for your dedication

[@DKWalser]

Dennis -- Thank you for making these videos; by which I mean all your videos, not just your China Tools series. The time you take shows in the quality of the video. Question: Have you considered comparing aluminium T-tracks to T-slots cut into the wood itself? I'm not sure how well T-slots would work with MDF, but they seem to work very well with Baltic birch plywood or solid wood. The advantages of T-slots are they are stronger (unless the T-track is held in with long screws into material that holds screws well). They seem to be quicker and easier to install. (With a T-slot, once you've used your router to cut the slot, you're done. With a T-track, you need to cut a slot into the wood for the track and then cut the track to fit, and glue/screw it into place.) And, finally, T-slots are less expensive. The disadvantage of T-slots is that they would seem to wear out over time. I ask because I think you could make an interesting and informative video addressing when and why you'd use one solution over the other.

[@HookedonWood]

Hi David, No I did not compare them. On this moment I can not compare them. I hoped my rail guide clamps would fit the T-tracks but this was not the case. Otherwise I would compare them. These smalle clamps do not fit the Micro Jig grooves. So, I did not have the opportunity yet.

[@alanorourke6140]

Another fantastic video Well presented with great information. The time and research you spend for each product shows. Well done.

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks Alan,

[@petertraversone689]

I'm happy you're reviewing these Chinese made products. The name/origin of manufacturing has a negative connotation to it, but clearly you're displaying that most of their products have a decent amount of quality to them. Maybe a few things have been overlooked, like the size of the T track and the clamp being able to work together, but thanks to you we can avoid those mishaps. I'm definitely adding making a list for my workshop and will use your links :)

[@DannyvdB]

Hi Dennis. Thank you again for this great and real life testing/usability video. Watched it a few times now as I am building my own work space. Just bought some items via your links. Hope you can keep making these videos. Appreciate time and effort you put into these. Gr. Danny

[@HookedonWood]

Thank Danny!

[@JamesManCave]

Great video Dennis, really appreciate the time taken to make this. I've just started building a mitre saw station and I'm about to order some t track from banggood so your timing couldn't be better.

[@martinrandez7021]

I discovered your channel recently and I'm delighted about this find. Thanks for all the work involved behind the scene!

[@terrymiller5028]

Thanks for continued supply of great tools,builds and inspiration. I would love to have the crosscut sled/tabletop/fence/ mitre station you have built. I am currently trying to build a workshop of my own, but it is taking so long while I work full time and without the money to buy a lot of tools I have to make them. This build of yours would make my work so much more accurate and faster I can’t even express how excited I would be if I won. Please continue the China Tools series and I look forward to learning more from you. Thanks, Terry Miller Oshawa,Canada

[@Schluck0815]

Hello, I would like to take part in the competition and would also like to explain why: I have been following your channel for several months and have also viewed all the videos retrospectively and I am simply thrilled. I only made many of my purchase decisions for setting up my new small workshop with your videos (e.g. Atomstack A5, angle stop ...). I also found the stunning design with black MDF so exciting that I got some and used it to redesign my new workbench. I am very inspired by your channel and I always look forward to your new high-quality videos, for which I always take a lot of time and enjoy. Keep it up!!!!

[@reaper060670]

I would have loved to win this fence u built.. I'll be getting on to ur website really soon too. These videos are very informative.. Thanks man.

[@reaper060670]

I only found ur channel today. It's brilliant.. I've been glued to these videos for hours now. Please Could I ask what is in this BLACK MDF BOARD?? I just watched ur video on the dust extractor and u said something about BLACK MDF and the dust that comes off it?? Sorry of its a silly question but I love the look of it and hearing u say something about the dusk being pt so good makes me worry a little

[@Robe999]

Dennis Absolutely Awesome Video , thank you so much for sharing this , you really are a Master Craftsman with the quality of your work , these videos are jam packed with so Much information , again Awesome

[@aerobill8554]

Hi Dennis. Good video. Because you started with the basics and the foundation, I learned something. Keep on making excellent videos please. Groetjes uit Limburg en fijne vakantie.

[@marcelbouwman5182]

Leuk kanaal. Would be great to see how you finish this black MDF.

[@HowToTell56789]

I love these videos and have ordered quite a few tools 😃 Now with the new rules I need to have the ioss number from Banggood. Their customer service could not help and can’t find it. Do you have it?

[@50plymouths]

Denise I was curious if you have thought about expanding outside of bangood and do other types of product like the Wen 7 1/4” track saw plus other Wen items like drum sander, wall mount dust collector and the ceiling mounted air cleaner

[@HookedonWood]

Hi Robert, I do not know how things will go, but for now, Banggood sent me these items, so that is easy. If other brands will do, I will probably test them also. Perhaps in the future!

[@TheZimmann]

I Love this episode. I think your episodes are really great!! It shows alternatives to many expensive items. Please continue doing these great videos!! Would love to see more tools and things for the shop!!

[@richardmarquardt6246]

Another great video Dennis. As I mentioned on your Instagram account you have become a real artist in using your "patented" black MDF to make beautiful and functional items for your shop!

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks Richard!

[@tomhostetter8516]

Great Video as always Dennis... really like what you did to your drill press, I may need to copy that for mine

[@HookedonWood]

Hi Tom, It works really well with my drill press. I will make a new one with all the ideas. Perhaps I make a video about that too. But Have to see when, because I am busy and it works on the level on this moment is 90% so there is not that much to improve.

[@robertoassi2871]

HI Dennis Its grat to watch your videos. You are my new benchmark I just wonder how much time you spend for your videos Question I would like to make a crosscut sled and I both the front T track, do you have some more details regarding that? also the Drill press solution is fantastic Compliments from Serbia Roberto

[@cryptontgn]

Very god job with the channel!!! I love it! i'm waiting to see the new workshop. The X laser that you have in the columndrill is an extra? i can find it in some place¨? thanks! and continue like this!

[@HookedonWood]

No, it is standard

[@roberthenry5657]

Great information Dennis! I am starting a new project and was waiting to see your recommendations. I too would like to enter for the table saw sled as I need to remake my current one, but I am not on Instagram. Thanks again for all the useful information.

[@jcwoodworx-corneeldutoit3419]

Hi Denis, I love your videos, really well done. Thanks for the good info you provide on the products. A question please: At around 10 minutes (and later in the video), you use a device to measure the clamping force of the clamps. What is that device called and where can I get one? TX!!

[@colindoesdiy]

Hi Dennis, I am very interested in the Black Flip Stops you reviewed in this episode but Banggood is a little confusing as there are three different types, a Left, a Right and another one on its own which I am not sure of the difference. If it's not too much trouble I would be interested to know which ones you we're actually using in the video, thanks. Looking forward already to your next video.

[@LouisCheungCN]

Thank you for making this lovely and useful video.

[@GeoRedtick]

My suggestion: when I made my t-track bench top I attached my t-track with with bolts with nuts on the backside instead of just screws in the wood. That gives it plenty of strength for clamping.

[@jsjakobsen]

Have you spotted a nice router sled for flattening wood on banggood?

[@themplar]

This was absolute a top notch video. You sold me on getting some T-tracks for my starting workshop. Just the assembly alone looks like a lot of fun. I dont have any gear yet to use that crosscutsled, but it looks awesome! Thank you so much for making these videos, you make this stuff alot more affordable for me.

[@richardradosevic872]

Serious drill press base bravo

[@ToffeenoseToffee]

Great video. The quality of the sleds and tables etc are awesome. Adding the accessories really finish them off 👌🙌👍

[@bluewanderer9903]

Nice one, I will have to watch it again before picking one type over the other for the new work table. Dennis what was that finish/coating you used on black mdf? Thanks

[@HookedonWood]

Hi, I use Danish oil!

[@bluewanderer9903]

@@HookedonWood thank you 👍

[@nesertema4583]

I also wondered, that the quick-clamps do not fit into the t-track. but they should fit with a makita or festool tracksaw from what i have seen

[@teepee1017]

Hi Dennis, Great review. Was just right in timing as I am currently looking excatly for theses products. Hoping for upcoming reviews- I am especially interested in automatic (Spring Loaded) Pin Punchers.

[@nomad0367]

Hi Denis, Great video as usual, which router fence did you get, I was looking for a link but couldn’t seem to find one. Cheers from NZ

[@les5074]

Hi Dennis, What is that black material that I see you use in your videos. Thanks

[@apowell389]

Dennis, do you have plans out for that drill press table you did for China Tools ep 26? That thing looks awesome

[@HookedonWood]

I will make a new one. I promise to do a video about that including some drawings. Thanks

[@apowell389]

I absolutely love your shop and all your content! You do it very well!

[@YarNotsew]

Very nice work and good information. I'm curious about the sled which I'm about to start building myself. When you laminate the black MDF onto the base layer (also MDF?), what do you do to keep everything flat while the glue dries?

[@judoangelus1]

Awesome stuff. I do have some of the t-tracks but i don't have a router yet. So any tips on how to router them into my 4,5cm plywood workbench would be really appriciated. Also i could give the crosscut slede a good home. And it wont have to travel far as i live near leiden 😁

[@fruitman58]

always look forward to you videos its prime time

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks Fruitman! Do you still enjoy my pocket hole jig platform?

[@fruitman58]

Yes I do it’s well built and easy to use

[@MCsCreations]

Some fantastic products there, Dennis! 😃 Awesome review! Thanks! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks Man! Always nice to read your comments!

[@billtiffin8298]

Thanks Dennis for the chance to win the sled

[@GajahMengaumTheBruce]

Do springs add more clamping force?

[@DavePawson]

3 different sized T tracks. How do Banggood 'name' them please? Is it by external dimension? And how do these sizes relate to accessories please?

[@henrynava6689]

As I watch your videos I was wondering what is that black material you are using for some of your tables. Thanks

[@HookedonWood]

Hi Henry, please look at my site: hookedonwood.online/Frequently-asked-questions/ Here you can get all the information

[@kosielemmer]

Another fantastic video. Dennis could you tell me what sort of drill press you use? I especially like the laser pointers. Please keep doing these. They are unique.

[@HookedonWood]

I have a Jet JDP 17. Very lovely drill press. But you also have these lasers to add to your drill press. They are also very nice. Friend of my have them and love them very much. www.gereedschappro.nl/artikel/17712/wixey-wl133-drill-press-laser-kolomboormachine-laser.html

[@alanfrith6999]

Hi, Could you tell me what the black material is you use on your work tops and pillar drill platform please? I am in the UK and have not come across this material. Thanks Love your videos and I am also a Banggood customer.

[@katekeough9819]

Wowzeers awesome crosscut sled I would love to have it

[@ronnash7289]

Hi Dennis, love the videos really helpful and informative. Could you advise what T Track @ Banggood is compatible with the VEIKO 2PCS Alloy Steel Upgrade Quick Ratchet Track Saw Guide Rail Clamp MFT Clamp. Can not seem to find this anywhere.

[@allthegearuk]

Wow! Denis when did you upgrade to Festool? are you going to do a video to explain the swap from Makita?

[@HookedonWood]

Recently, but perhaps in the future I will make a video. Makita is not bad at all. But working with a Festool is just that little bit more enjoyable. I do not know if that is important enough to make a video about it. I will think about it

[@allthegearuk]

@@HookedonWood the most interesting thing to me would be how the tools compare to Makita generally. Are some better and some worse? And why someone might choose featool over Makita. Thanks

[@kweegwee]

Amazing video's Dennis, thx for the very useful information and reviews. I was at first a bit sceptical about the quality of the Chinese and much cheaper alternatives...but because of you I now own some clamps and other tools/jigs for a fraction of the price. Groetjes uit Belgie

[@andrewknots]

Thanks for the information really good ideas from your drill press table.

[@johnfrederickson3082]

THANK YOU AGAIN! This is another fantastic vid, looking forward for your next one.

[@saiiiiiii1]

Hey there. Since you have reviewed and used so much tools in your workshop AND you're a Domino owner. Do you have any idea how one could build a portable crossstop jig for the Domino. The systems that are on the market right now are either super expensive or not well thought-through. There has to be a good DIY way... Curious if you have any idea. What do you think about the original Festool crosscut stops? I hear a lot of negative reviews.

[@garydepelteau6355]

Another great video Denis. Thank you so much. Do you know if the Miter Track Stopper for Fence will work in Incra T-tracks? I want to know both if the locking blue piece will fit in and lock in the internal slot in Incra track and also if the part of the base meant to slide in the top opening of the track will fit in that part of the Incra track and slide nicely.

[@ST-0311]

Thank you for another wonderful video, Dennis. The lengths you will go to thoroughly test all these China Tools is astounding. I should also add that the pieces you created for "testing purposes" are extremely impressive. Far superior in artistry and function to anything one would find in my shop. If I could impose, I do have a few questions. Could you expound on how it is that the grey slider nuts work with the red and blue miter track, but not with the grey? Also, do I understand correctly that the blue and red slider nuts provided with the accessories work with all three colors of miter track? Finally, when working with the small tracks do the clamps and stops work better with M6 or M8 T-bolts, or does it matter at all? Thanks again. Looking forward to Episode 27.

[@HookedonWood]

Hi, thanks for your comments. I appreciate it! About the questions. The dark grey T-track has other dimensions (Slightly) The dimensions are correct according there drawing but it is just slightly different than the others. Because of that, the silver slider comes just a bit above the T-track, so it will not clamp. The blue slider is a bit thinner than the silver slider so, that is why it works here. All the miter stoppers works perfectly with all the colors T-tracks, except the dark gray one. It is a bit confusing perhaps, and Banggood actually did not send me this dark one. I bought it myself. But I wanted to implement it in this video so people know. I think the M8 screws work better with the small T-tracks. The M6 are smaller and therefore they can turn a bit when you slide them and then they hassle. The M8 slides smoother.

[@ST-0311]

@@HookedonWood Thank you, Dennis! As always your insight is extremely useful and appreciated.

[@markwatters6875]

Thank you.

[@VaracolacidVesci]

Great information. Good videos, you are spoiling me with all this nice addons

[@Z-add]

You didn't add a magnifying glass to read the scale. What about a vernier scale on the clamps.

[@alistairstanger2940]

Excellent as usual Dennis.

[@robgullen]

Excellent and informative video - but - BEWARE IF YOU ARE IN THE UK - from my selections quite a few didn't ship to the UK (from China or UK warehouse) - and a couple of items I put in my basket then had very high carriage charges added without telling you at the payment stage (I deleted them and started again) I did order 4 lengths of track and a couple of other items at very good prices, with "free" - or in other words included shipping cost.

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks for the tips!

[@robgullen]

@@HookedonWood it looks like just the longer lengths (>500mm) have the much higher postage charge

[@markarmstrong2592]

Very honest opinion as normal thanks Dennis

[@DirkieB]

Woah Dennis that is a ridiculously fancy drillpress platform! Thanks for all the info, so many ideas now. Will of course use your links, again, to get the tracks and clamps :) I see Hongdui also has micro adjusters for the flip stops, but they are a bit pricey. Do you think you can test those some time? :) Also the clear cut stock guides (Jessem clones) look pretty dam nice! And you could give those away when you’re done with them ;)

[@derrickhowell408]

I see you use “black MDF” a lot. I have never seen this in Canada (where I am), is this something only available in Europe. It looks like it’s more of a hard board density than what we commonly get here. It’s a beautiful product visually.

[@hanssenden4410]

For MDF visit ""mdfosb.com/en/medite-mdf"", it comes in many types, also moist resistant. For colored search for Valchromat, should lead you to a Canadian supplier.

[@derrickhowell408]

@@hanssenden4410 thx for the input, I’ll check it out.

[@GhostofTatooine]

Try here www.internationalhardboard.com/category/14/Valchromat---Colored-MDF.html

[@SirBenJamin_]

Have you found a flip stop that works with the smaller T-track? (great videos by the way)

[@rolandw.winter-gerigk4481]

Lieber Dennis, wieder ein tolles Video. Klasse erklärt, absolut neutral. Dafür: ***** Liebe Grüße aus Aachen Roland

[@rolandw.winter-gerigk4481]

Es sollten 5 * sein. :-)

[@HookedonWood]

Danke Roland.

[@rolandw.winter-gerigk4481]

@@HookedonWood Gerne.

[@SylvainKnowsIT]

I am confused by the flip-stop description on Banggood. It saids "aluminium and plastic". Which part is in aluminium? Which part is in plastic (main body, flipping part, ...) ?

[@darkosimic86]

Great video! Very informative and useful! Are you maybe planing on making a review video about your drillpress? I am very interested in getting one and I would love to hear your opinion! Also why did you change from Makita to Festool?

[@HookedonWood]

I will keep it in mind. The idea to change from Makita to Festool was always there. But the first accupack is always so expansive. When you have it, adding extra products asked smaller steps financially. But it is just that it is such a pleasure to work with Festool. There is almost nothing you can not do with a Makita, but it works so smooth with Festool. So, definitely not necessary, but just for pleasure.

[@samrix5793]

Yay been waiting for this one!!

[@samrix5793]

Did I win?

[@HookedonWood]

Maybe, at the end of the month you know😀

[@samrix5793]

@@HookedonWood just thought I'd save you having to wait a month ;)

[@BrentDaughertyMe]

Which clamp for top of miter gauge t track? I need to clamp down over the fence.

[@jamie7364]

Thanks

[@c.narayanaswamy5894]

Good tools for self employees

[@milandjordjevic5949]

Hallo Denis ! Habe dir ein Abo dagelassen , finde deine Videos über Chinatools die übrigens Super sind einfach toll . Gruass aus Österreich 👍👍

[@HookedonWood]

Danke Milan!

[@maine420247]

What is that that black material that you use and we're can I get in the USA? Heard you say black mdf at one point but I looks like poly at other points. Love the content and liked and sub'd

[@ChristopherClaudioSkierka]

Hi there, nice video and just in time because I need to make up a router table and a bit confused looking at the items on banggood- I purchased just a couple of things and not thought slightly ahead with sizes of things such as T rack(the small one which is a bit of a waste of time and money - I found anyway ) When it comes to the T Tracks, the blue one seems the safe bet since it fits the sliders etc? I think you said at 4.34 min the grey t track is not a good fit for the sliders? The table layout with the cross sections is what am thinking plus a fence with the track although not sure 100% of its design as yet. Overall what you have shown is pretty much I was thinking. I will use your links (when viable) if it helps you

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks. Only the dark grey has this problem. The light grey not or the aluminum color. (Not in this video)

[@ChristopherClaudioSkierka]

@@HookedonWood ahh okay !!, I thought it was the normal grey (did not know there was a dark grey actually) .

[@ChristopherClaudioSkierka]

@@HookedonWood ps you know what would be nice? if you break it down in to workable groups , like packs ( t tracks, sliders for the t track then fence items) . People would probably pay you a commission for your trouble since it is a little hit and miss with these items.

[@louis3141]

Another great video Dennis. One question though, What type of finish did you put on the Black MDF? Thanks

[@HookedonWood]

I always put Danish oil on it. Three or 4 layers.

[@louis3141]

@@HookedonWood Ok thanks. I really liked the finish on it. Going to give it a try.

[@necrojoe]

I have to say I'm so envious of the MDF that seems to be so readily found in Europe. I've purchased 3 different sheets of supposedly "high quality" MDF, two of them colored, here in the US, and they do NOT machine anywhere near as nicely as what you seem to be able to source. Or maybe it's just all skill. ;)

[@carlb401]

Do you get moisture resistant mdf over in the USA? That machines much better than standard mdf.

[@stefanh.9275]

Nice....again.... CT FOREVER

[@irenebrowning]

Another great video. Thanks.

[@Hotzenplotz1]

It doesn't get clear to me which tracks fit to which fittings. Also I missed a definition of the size of the tracks.

[@mmlips]

You rock Dennis!

[@maarteneswart]

Bij veel items staat: "Om beleidsredenen bestaat dit product niet" of "uitverkocht"; is deze informatie te updaten?

[@garydepelteau6355]

Sorry, nevermind, it looks like you're saying they only fit in the miter slots, I thought you put them in the small grey T-track at first.