Hey everyone! I recently picked up a used Makita corded track saw and I'm looking to buy some rails for it. I'm planning to use the saw primarily for cabinet work and other DIY projects. I do my cutting on the driveway, so space isn't really an issue. I have a garage to store the rails and a Dewalt table saw that I roll outside for use. I'm thinking it might be best to get a Makita set of rails including a 3m, 1.5m, and 1m for long and wide cuts—this way I can avoid having to join rails altogether. This would set me back about £210. On the flip side, I could opt for 2 Evolution G2 rails of 1.4m each with a joining rail, totaling £90, but I've read that joined tracks might not be very accurate, and many people find 1.4m a bit short for full sheets. I'm more geared towards future-proofing my setup, but I don't see myself needing to do too many long rips right now. What are your thoughts or experiences with these options?
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I've heard that having one long track for full sheets and a shorter one for cross cuts is super handy. I can't vouch for those specific Evolution rails, but I prefer sticking with one brand. If you think you might get a 3000mm track later, just start with a 1.4m from a brand that offers that length. That way, when you're ready to buy the longer track, you'll be good to go!
Thanks for the tips! I'm starting to lean toward getting a 1.5m Makita track first, then possibly adding a 3m down the line.