KREGKKS2745 45-Inch Clamp Trak Kit

These tracks are stout. They are heavy-duty and have a heft to them that makes you question whether they really are aluminum.A couple of observations if you intend to utilize the tracks in a flush mount application. Unless you have a 2-1/4" overhang with your underlying plywood or MDF base (i.e. access from the bottom), you will not be able to utilize Kreg's nut, bolt and washer installation. My table top does not have such an overhang, and since there is a wood frame support underneath, there was no room on the outermost edge for Kreg's nut, bolt and washer installation. No worries, as I reasoned I would just use hangar bolts for the outside fasteners, and the Kreg supplied hardware for the inside. After I installed the first set, I became nervous when I saw how little tolerance exists in the nut/bottom track installation. I took my time, measured the distances, marked the locations and used an awl to start my drill holes. Even with the tight tolerances, both tracks fit, and by being able to tighten the tracks to the surface using the inside Kreg hardware, these tracks are going nowhere.There is significant hardware provided, two sets of nuts, bolts and washers for installation every six inches. One of my tracks had some minor damage (see 2nd picture), but it was on the bottom side and did not impact the installation.The clamps are another product, but it looks like the tracks will certainly be a solid base for the clamps.

I had a somewhat unique install process as I had already built a 4'x4' torsion box assembly table that I did not want to cut into, but wanted a flush install. I ended up constructing a base for the roughly 5" inch thick top that extended out an additional 2.5 inches on the sides the rails were to be installed. I then layered and affixed plywood on top of this overhang to reach the desired height. In the top strip of plywood I bored out the holes on the drill press at the correct spacing and for the included hardware, the layer below that I notched out at increments to make room for the through bolt and nut. All these layers were just glued together and also glued to the base, and it seems to be holding up just fine to the clamping tension. This has been my experience:Pros:-Infinite clamping pressure with Kreg Trak System.-So nice having the clamps positioned in the trak ready for use not lying all over the workspace.-L-shaped configuration is fantastic for square assemblies.-Having used a mounting cleat I was able to take over to the drill press, I found the hole alignment to be a breeze. Using a hand drill at the table I can imagine being much harder.Cons:-Takes more effort to assemble, but I dont see that as a product flaw really. Its a heavy duty solution that will require some upfront thought and effort.- Mounting hardware only included for the long rail. Seen this in other reviews also. What in the world is that about? Just a trip to the hardware store though, so not a biggie.A couple other notes that I would not list as Pros or Cons:-Yes, you will need to spend more money on Clamps. I would get several in both the smaller and larger size so plan on a couple hundred extra bucks.-You should definitely buy Kreg Klamp Blocks. At under $20 they are a must-have if you have tracks at a right angle they make aligning right angle joints waay easier.Bottom line: I tried assembling my pocket hole face frames before with a bunch of Kreg clamps, pocket hole clamps, etc. and it did not go well. These clamp tracks along with clamps and spacer blocks made it 1000 times easier to control movement in all directions while securing the joint and absolutely worth the price paid. Assembly has always been one of the most frustrating parts of the project for me and these make the hobby more enjoyable.

I have many Kreg rails/guides/clamps/tools. They are all high quality and make my job easier. The rails in this set are solid and stiff. So what is the problem? When this kit arrived the bottom end of the box had been completely busted through by the rails and the bolt kit was missing, some tape patching things together. No problem, filed a return and replacement. Had to take the package to UPS to ship. Replacement arrived several days later and it had the SAME problem. cardboard flaps at end of the box had ripped through and no bolts/nuts. Now I'm 3wks out and still can't use the rails. Packaging needs to be improved so the whole kit arrives.

The product was received on time and was of high quality. The reason for it not being 5 stars is with the installation and the size. This is almost a blind installation where you need to install bolts into the table surface and slide the rail over them. I needed to keep the bolts loose until they were all installed but wound up loosing some of the nuts along the way. There is also waste in the width of the rail.I liked the quality but I feel a better design would make it easier for people to install.

These tracks are great and have saved me a lot of time since I installed them. By the way, the installation is a little tricky because you have to drill several holes for the hold down bolts and then fit all of those bolts into the holes. The instructions are clear and easy to follow and help you plan the install. Great product.

I have quite a few Kreg tools, & always have great results with them. I'm building a small mobile workbench with Kreg Tool frame kit, & installed the Clamp Track Kit into the bench top. As always, top notch results! I've followed Kreg Tools for years from the old traveling woodworking shows, & it's amazing to see how they have grown over the years. Thanks Amazon & Kreg Tools, great job!

I have not had a chance to use this much yet but it seems to work great. Installing it in the bench is a bit tedious but turns out well if you take your time and pay attention. It would be much easier to simply bolt the track to the surface of the bench but I wanted my bench to remain flat so I recessed the track. I changed the slotted head screws they sent to hex head bolts because I needed more length than the screws could provide. It was much easier to put the bolt heads in the bottom slots of the track then just put the bolts through the holes I had drilled in the bench, then reach under the bench and put washers and nuts on and tighten them up. I also up-graded to Ny-Lock nuts help prevent them from vibrating loose.