Shop Made T Track

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Thanks for the tip on using carriage head bolts in T track

[@saviourpace3522]

A born instructor with great ideas

[@alphaclean3364]

Hi Ron. Thanks for these videos. Overall, I really appreciate your balanced and frugal example when constructing work systems. I go back and forth sometimes but mostly prefer to put my money in good power tools, and save on things I can make for myself.

[@mikethecpa8830]

I just made my own t-track two weeks ago. I used my table saw instead of the upcut bit to make the slot. I need to order the spiral upcut bit. Thanks for your videos!

[@edwinfriedl2446]

A big Amen to DIY track. And if you need additional pieces like a cross over even more $. Plus you always have the right length. I've been using the Microjig system and like it. The clamps slide in and work well. The threads are perhaps small at #10 . With a 3 HP router you can cut them in one pass so that is a plus.

[@kiwdwks]

Thanks for the great info...always learn something. Stay safe.

[@guyjackson864]

Ha! I’m literally waiting on the postal service to deliver my woodcraft t slot bit while this video dropped. Ron you forgot to add this link to your plans for the PSRT but I found it in your store. Can’t wait to finish my PSRT!

[@ericbarba1169]

Hey Ron, thanks for all your inspiration. I have a question, will the Whiteside bit cut a t-slot that a Festool quick clamp can also use?

[@IanKWatts]

That was well put across. Unfortunately, I am only able to obtain a slot cutting bit with a bearing. Can you safely use this instead of the Rockler bit?

[@xaytana]

While I like T-slots, I think MicroJig's Matchfit solution would be better for wood, especially in plywood. I would say dovetails are a good alternative, but there's probably a reason why Matchfit uses rounded dovetails instead of a typical sharp corner dovetail. I've been meaning to getting around to making a hybrid of MFT and Matchfit, similar to Dave Stanton's bench that uses MFT with T-slots, except having slots as a grid just like the MFT. All to add versatility, some things work better with dogs, some things work better with slots, some things may even benefit from both systems.

[@doncarlos1927]

hello Ron love your videos ,question have you try microjig i love it as well and I found that is very strong, keep up the good work Merry Christmas

[@D1MADMAN]

Happy Holidays, Hey Ron, what do you think of the Microjig Matchfit Jig and Fixture system, particularly the Dovetail Router Bit Relief Bit?

[@mgoblueguy]

Would a coat of paste wax be beneficial inside the track? Not gonna be the easiest thing to do but it seems like it might help prevent the bolts from binding. ???

[@akbychoice]

Put paste wax on the microjig clamp and slide it in the cut slot.

[@lindland1]

in the mist of making one of your oiutert tables for my first router table and what would be the easiest way do this with out a router table.

[@mattbowers5342]

Thanks for this, I think I will invest in the bits instead of buying Tslot track for the miter saw station I am planning. I find the price for Tslot track ridiculous for what it is anyway!

[@shakeandbake9562]

Hi Ron Thanks for all you knowledge over the years. You may have already discussed this but why do you prefer up cut bits vs down cut bits?

[@tektrixter]

From what I've seen, it depends on which direction you want the chips/dust to go.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

I use up cut for two reasons; 1. the chips are pulled up and out 2. the material being cut is pulled toward the router rather than being pushed away. I am sure there is a purpose for a down cut, but I have never purchased one or use one.

[@shakeandbake9562]

@@TheSmartWoodshop I used a downcut bit by chance and it left a real clean cut into the material, but it blew out the back more than a upcut bit. I suppose it just would depend what side of the material you want to look good. Happy holidays!

[@LegacyCraftworks]

Hi Ron, Have you tried the shop made t-track in 1/2in plywood? Thanks for the great videos & tips 👍

[@robertphillips7619]

Talked to Sierra who carries the Premcore +. It was interesting that they have an unfinished ie. not finished with the uv protection and the other which ready for building cabinets. Which is it that you use? There is a difference of about $10/sheet.

[@rs2343-o4e]

Great video, Ron what are your thoughts on the micro Jig system?

[@ealdydar]

Is there a site or location i can find measurements on all the standard t track on the market. I for the life of me am sick of buying stops, and other such track items and matching the fit i want. Example. There's the extruded aluminum 2020 2040 ect, and track type 45, and 75. not sure what 75 is but i own a flip stop that fits like crap in my so called standard t track.

[@bansheeindahouz7594]

Ron, how much/long do you expect to use a t-track before you have to replace it & make another one? Just curious

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

I will let you know when I wear one out as it hasn't happened yet😎🤙

[@WilliamAlanPhoto]

I didn't see the link to the upcut.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

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