I'm planning to build a Moravian workbench using some construction-grade Douglas Fir wood, and I've got a couple of 2x12 boards from the big box store. To laminate the top, I need to remove the rounded edges, but I don't have a jointer. I have access to a 14-inch bandsaw, a skil jobsite table saw, and a track saw with a 55-inch track. What would be the most effective way to cut the 2x12s into 3.5-inch segments that are around 60 inches long?
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Honestly, just use the table saw first, then the bandsaw, and lastly the track saw. That's the best order! I mean, isn't that pretty obvious?
I recommend using the track saw for this. It's really effective for making clean, straight cuts without much hassle.
You could make a 6-foot ripping guide with a straight piece of 1x and a 1/2" plywood that’s wider than your saw base with the 1x. Just align your saw’s base against the 1x and run it along the guide for a straight cut. Here's a detailed [guide I found](https://www.instructables.com/Circular-Saw-Rip-Guide-My-Version/).
You can use any of your saws to rip the boards. After that, grab a hand plane to clean up the cut for a nice finish.
Just keep in mind that the table saw has a short area before the blade that might cause the lumber to pinch. If I had a cabinet saw, I wouldn't worry about it.