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I'm having trouble finding the black splinter guard for my Festool guide rails. I can find the clear plastic type, but I like the black style better. Every time I think I've found it, I discover that it's actually the non skid strip and not the splinter guard. Help would be appreciated.
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Did not know that guard was once black. I think I would prefer that as well. Looking forward to seeing if someone has a lead on it.
Brian
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What I like best about the old black splinter guard is that it is non skid as well, so it helps hold the narrow workpieces in place.Originally Posted by Brian Tymchak
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After replying, I googled around a bit and found this thread on the Festool Owners Group forums. Don't know if you came across this or not.
https://www.festoolownersgroup.com/f...r-guard-color/
It mentions that some people are using Makita replacement guard strip which is black.
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All of my tracks have the black splinter guard...I guess that shows they were not recent purchases. LOL
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I have and use the makita rails and splinter guard replacement. It might work
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B005JI1Z...ing=UTF8&psc=1
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It does. I was going to post this
It sticks better than the clear newfangled ones too.
~mike
happy in my mud hut
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Thanks. Just bought 2 of the 118” ones to try out. Hopefully, they’re the same thickness of the Festool ones.
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Derek,
Would you please post the results when the new Makita splitter guards arrive and are in use. I need new ones on two of my tracks, but am tired of fighting with the clear ones not staying put.
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I always buy the Makita. Better splinter guards IMO and work just fine on Festool rails. Cheaper, too (I think).
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Yep, they're cheaper as well.
~mike
happy in my mud hut
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How do you remove old glue after removing old guard?
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razor blade followed by denatured alcohol or acetone.
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Also 3M Adhesive Remover.
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I buy the Dewalt strips. They are black, easier on the eyes and much more affordable.
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