ready to purchase and was wondering why in all the videos that the track is never 'Clamped" down mechanically ?
1702078
You can do it underside, but some times if the wood is rough enough, the anti slip material. Won't allow you to move the track... Sometimes it allows it and you have to clamp it
1702079
The weight of the saw and the non-slip pads on the bottom of the track are enough to keep it from moving around. Clamps can be used if you would like some added piece of mind but in most situations they are not required.
1702080
Clamping is not required every time. It has a non-slip strip on the bottom of the track that keeps it in place pretty well. You can buy some clamps that go underneath to guarantee the track will not move, however. If you clamp it from the top the saw could be blocked/run into the clamps. I bought the cheaper dewalt tracksaw clamps and they work great.
1702081
It does not come with clamps. The grip material on the bottom helps it from sliding. I'm mister cautious though, and purchased DEWALT DWS5026 TrackSaw Track Clamps to use. The saw is a great tool to own!
1702082
Has "sticky" pads on underside that hold pretty well. For longer cuts or those cuts where you just can't afford the slightest movement I still use clamps.
1702083
You can get clamps if you like, but the track has a slip-resistant strip on the bottom. I have used the track without clamps numerous times and it works fine. Depending on what I am working on, I will sometimes use clamps.
1702084
There's some grippy material on the bottom of the track that does a pretty remarkable job of holding it in place. I've never had it slip while cutting, so never felt the need to buy the special clamps. The system works very well, and I recommend it highly.
301338
Don't worry. The metal sets will not short out the track, because one wheel has a plastic hub between the metal shaft and the metal wheel.
1524599
The clamp is tight, it doesn't have up n down movement but side to side will shift on bumps. I don't have experience with trail systems, but this is very stable to me.
1718674
It is not necessary. Mine was in for a few months with just the screws to keep the door the correct height. So it does hold itself up on the track. The biggest issue i had was the new lock on the door makes it hard to lock the door normally, but my door is recessed so that might be why its a problem.
889735
I think ours is a bit shorter as well - it is not possible to make the track layout as shown in the picture. However, we can make other layouts, so I haven't expended the energy to try to get Amazon to fix it...
1488573
Does it matter what 0-gauge track you add? For instance can it be 0-27 and use 0-36 or does it specifically need to be 0-27?
737811
The problem may be that one end of the indicator bar is not properly set in the track. Mine was not. I was able to take the back off and reseat it without breaking. Good luck.
2274053
I have had no problems running this train on the regular "Thomas Wooden Train Tracks". However, if used on generic track (that are advertized as "100% Compatible with All Major Brands") it sometimes derails at the joint between curved track pieces, particularly for tighter curves. I guess that the fit of the joints just isn't as snug! Anyway, with a little adjusting you can get them aligned so that there aren't any derailments.
898746
There is no way to control the moving, except to use the Burton while on pretty good roads. Otherwise wait until you are parked. I haven't had any real problems like that myself. Are you overfilling this?
2173124
I don't remember having to buy any additional hardware -- I'm 99.9% sure it comes with the tracks.
937643
One response says the track is "20" when open. Another says it is "three feet". Another says "60". Can anyone give anaccurate meassurement?? ejf
2150320
As long as you set the track up correctly, the train does not fall off. We have had no issues with the train falling.
1010632
The bottom part is stuck on the track and the middle part you can remove or turn on the stand. No can not tighten it into position but for me it works very well.
1111816
What Rebecca said. I didn't have any trouble with mine, though, but there should be 2 red levers that allow the cars to shoot into the rest of the track. Now, if the batteries are not good, then it won't supply enough power to launch the cars all the way around.
756607
Hi,This track is great, we've never had any slippage problems. I used to be a gymnast so I know how important that it doesn't is. There is Velcro on the underside of one end (to connect it to another one if you want it longer). Since most of the at home practice won't be full-tilt tumbling I wouldn't worry- just remember to get everything breakable out of the way, lolHope that helps!Have a great day,Beth
503905
same thing happened with me. bad design. the track is rounded. i dont understand how it works at all
1301704
I know been a year since this was posted... I have a pesky squeak like rubbing sound from one of the pedals when in use. I think left side? If I go really fast it kinda lessens. But if I go a steady pace it sounds like a rub/squeaking. Did anyone figure this out? I noticed the comment stated to put some of the bottled lubricant on the track? Is that right thing to do? Thanks for any help!