Just committed and bought my first 40v kit, which is the HS004, with rails, 2x 2.5 batteries etc. Been needing a cordless circular saw for ages and also been wanting a plunge saw. This video really helped me with the decision. These tools are expensive so I was more than happy to spend once and get a tool that does 2 jobs. Saved me money not having to also buy a plunge saw. Cheers
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL Thanks man, appreciate that. I had watched your battery video this morning which again was really helpful too. I'm also in need of a new mitre saw and torn between a corded unit or the 40v. 40V unit is about double the price here in the UK (£900) with 2 2.5ah. Can't get any kits here with the 5ah. Swaying to the 40v as I work between two locations. Will continue to go through your past videos!
I have the DHS900Z and it's phenomenal. Couldn't rate it high enough. Massive depth of cut with tons of power. Always use it on the track and the cuts are perfect. I've been cutting 2 inch English oak and it just gluides through it. Definitely the best saw buy I've made. Much love from the UK
Me too Ryan , best saw going . Not many bevel to 60 deg . Mine was chipping a bit even using the track . Slacken the 2 screws on the base and toe saw in a bit at front . No spelching now 😉
Been using the 36v version (dhs782zj) for the past couple of years. Such a great tool! So much versatility and glass like cuts. I have the guard pinned back and manually plunge to the depth I require, it's so quick to switch between materials, depths etc.
I had to rewatch this video. I was on the fence between the HS003G and HS004G. I came across the HS003G kit for half price, so I grabbed it. Had someone drop my saw, and bent at least the depth guide. I'm now considering ordering the HS004G base for it. I bet you didn't consider that scenario. lol Really appreciate the in depth video!
Makes so much sense to just add that groove into the base like they have done. When I bought mine I'm pretty sure there was only one other option out there - that massive one that can do 100mm in one pass. What would be nice is a lock to hold the blade guard open when you're running it on a track.
Im located in Australia and bought the base from USA over a year ago and swapped it on my HS003 before the HS004 was released here. Was a very straight forward swap. Cost me way less than a new saw and I did it a year earlier
What was the part number for the new base? I emailed makita if I could swap the base instead of buying a brand new tool, and they said it was not compatible which seems insane.
In Malaysia where I live, HS004G is the debut 40V 185mm circular saw, which is over 1 year ago, I asked and my local Makita rep told me that Makita Malaysia has no plan to bring in the HS003G.
Festool and Makita use nearly the same tracks , Makita has that anti tipping lip that Festool has not . Should be on YT KREG KMA2700 , Accu-Cut Circular Saw Track Guide , universal track .
@@TakamiWoodshop The draw card for me with the festool guide is the ability to accurately change the crosscut angle quickly. That being said I love a DIY solution.
@@pete_lind I'm referring to Festool's crosscut track. It's got 2 rails on it so not quite like their normal track. ruclips.net/video/n0ZbMISUbwE/видео.html
Cool to see Rob on your channel. I think RUclips started to recommend me all these NZ builders because of your channel. Regarding the new base, I actually reached out to Makita to swap out the base and they wouldn’t give me the part number. Said that the GSH02Z track base wouldn’t fit the GSH01Z base. The crazy thing is the bases seem pretty comparable but the 02Z is $100 more. 🤷♂️
I'd hate to think how much I've spent on Festool tracks alone. For anyone about to make a choice on track saw brands I'd like to point out the massive price difference between Festool and Makita tracks. Today locally for me in Oz a 3m Festool track would cost $790 whereas the virtually identical Makita is $269. Over a decade ago Festool had a unique innovation advantage and you chose to pay the premium to get the benefits .. these days they still make a few unique things and their "systems integration" is quite clever, BUT other brands have caught up a lot and none more so that Makita in my opinion. I still think the cross cut rail is something that Makita need to take a stab at to complete their guide rail systems. Today Makita outstrips Festool in a couple of areas .. a very significant one being depth of cut on a rail. Not only can Makita do 100mm cuts with their new 270mm cordless track compatible saw .. for the price of a Festool 3m rail alone you can buy BOTH a Makita 3m rail AND the Makita 270mm cordless saw skin! I have a massive investment in Festool tools and I'm not about to ditch any of them. Makita to me is a very natural choice to compliment the Festool range (or vice versa depending on your starting position). Heck, even the Makpac cases are compatible with the original Festool Systainers!
What do you recommend for occasional DIY-er? Cordless are nice, but I am thinking I won't use it enough to justify it, I am better off corded for occasional use. Batteries will probably go dead before I will have used it 20 times😂
did the hs003g or hs004g come with a rip fence or not? because some photos show it with one and others dont, and for some reason i cant fine guide rails for sale
all of this talk of adapters makes me wonder if other brands can be made to fit onto the same makita track (or another brand of track). for example the flex usa 24v one, because it is significantly more narrow than other typical circ saws
Soon as I picked up the 6.5” inline circ saw by flex I had to have it, right now I’m just using a Kreg guide but would love to have something that removes all margin of error.
Thanks for the great and detailed review! Based on this I bought the HS004G and got into the 40v range as well with two batteries and a charger. My saw came without a hook and I have been searching the internet from top to bottom to find the correct one. Does anyone know the right product number or have a link to a store that has the correct rafter hook?
Any word on a framing nailer? I always bug our Makita Rep here in Canada once or twice a year but very tight lipped about anything.... Can't believe Makita doesn't have one yet.. Even RIDGID and ryobi do!
There is, blade widths vary from saw to saw and from manufacturer to manufacturer. I only use my 36V Makita track saw on my Makita tracks with a 2.2mm kerf blade. I have my eyes on that Japanese 40V 165mm circ saw. I might get another 1.4m track and the adapter. It would be handy for straight cuts for structural work without the need for factory like edges one needs for finish work, 👍 🔨 🇮🇪
I have dedicated tracks for each tracksaw. 40v makita with 1.8mm blade for fine work. Ts55 with 2,2 alu blade for trespa and alu etc. 220v makita for rough work like cementboard etc Im pretty pissed when someone is using the wrong track, because thats another 15 bucks for a new cutting strip
Off topic but i just seen a tik tok from a friend of a makita xgt cs002g metal cutting circular saw. You know anything about it? Ive been dying for any brand to come out with a cordless model that is at least a 9" for the depth cut or w/e the metric equivalent is. I cant find anything on google about it tho here in states
Check my upcoming makita videos, I did a bit on it in one of them. Not the last one but the one before I think. Mine will be here soon. It has a 67mm depth of cut, or whatever that is in inches. 8-1/4" blade.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL thanks for the reply. A disappointment for me again. My corded 9" has a 3 1/4" depth of cut which would be 82.55 mm. I do have the lxt 18v 5 7/8" which is 2 1/4 depth of cut as well but i really want one that can truly replace my corded 9". I jus cant give up that depth of cut
I’ve been watching a few of your vids now and am really quite enjoying them. I recently watched a video of a Pommy guy who managed to successfully cut into the side of his track! He claimed he set it up roughly, as a green horn (like me) would, and he rather ‘quickly but surely’ became disappointed that he managed to shave his track. What’s the likelihood of someone like me (a complete novice) being able to replicate that? Thanks.
The rubber edge strip can easily get damaged, but that is removable and replaceable. If he cut the ali, well, that takes a special kinda stupid or a strange kickback that cordless tools rarely do.
I watched the video you sent. That guy has no idea what he is doing. The blade or saw has been tweaked out of alignment by him dropping it or something similar. His techniques are awful and from what I saw, he shouldn't be using power tools.
I'm an apprentice carpenter and recently purchased the 18v impact and drill combo. I'm wondering if 40v is the way to go? As all I see in these videos are predominantly 40v
I'm an apprentice carpenter and I was in exactly the same position as you a few weeks ago. I only had the 18V drill combo and was looking to buy a bunch of power tools and was tossing up between 18V and 40V. I ended up going for a 6 piece 40V kit and I'm pretty happy with my decision. In my kit I got the HS003GZ and it's been great. But in hindsight, I wish I'd have liked to have gotten the HS004GZ. The track saw option just seems really handy to have.
Wait, you said at 12:12 that the HS004G (and the plunge saw) can cut at a bevel along the track, but at 5:00 you said the HS004G can't use the track (as a guide) for 45° cuts.
I always watch your videos and like your matter of fact presentation style. The more I watch the more frustrated I get. The innovations from Makita keep coming. What have I got Makita. Some of my old electric saws and a few 12 V tools. The 23 guage pin nailer is great. Given the chance now I think I would go with the 40V range. I just couldn't afford to change everything I have to the one platform. Shame.
@Dave Taylor … me too .. after I saw few videos I bought for now two tools in Japan. The 6 1/2” circular saw and the air duster. Because this tools are not available here where I live.
Just committed and bought my first 40v kit, which is the HS004, with rails, 2x 2.5 batteries etc. Been needing a cordless circular saw for ages and also been wanting a plunge saw. This video really helped me with the decision. These tools are expensive so I was more than happy to spend once and get a tool that does 2 jobs. Saved me money not having to also buy a plunge saw. Cheers
If you need more power and runtime in the future, try to go for a 5Ah over a 4Ah.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL Thanks man, appreciate that. I had watched your battery video this morning which again was really helpful too. I'm also in need of a new mitre saw and torn between a corded unit or the 40v. 40V unit is about double the price here in the UK (£900) with 2 2.5ah. Can't get any kits here with the 5ah. Swaying to the 40v as I work between two locations. Will continue to go through your past videos!
I have the DHS900Z and it's phenomenal. Couldn't rate it high enough. Massive depth of cut with tons of power. Always use it on the track and the cuts are perfect. I've been cutting 2 inch English oak and it just gluides through it. Definitely the best saw buy I've made. Much love from the UK
Are you a woodworker?
@@nelsoncarpentry yes I'm a cabinet maker and carpenter
Me too Ryan , best saw going . Not many bevel to 60 deg . Mine was chipping a bit even using the track . Slacken the 2 screws on the base and toe saw in a bit at front . No spelching now 😉
Congrats and be safe.
Been using the 36v version (dhs782zj) for the past couple of years. Such a great tool! So much versatility and glass like cuts. I have the guard pinned back and manually plunge to the depth I require, it's so quick to switch between materials, depths etc.
I had to rewatch this video. I was on the fence between the HS003G and HS004G. I came across the HS003G kit for half price, so I grabbed it. Had someone drop my saw, and bent at least the depth guide. I'm now considering ordering the HS004G base for it. I bet you didn't consider that scenario. lol Really appreciate the in depth video!
Makes so much sense to just add that groove into the base like they have done. When I bought mine I'm pretty sure there was only one other option out there - that massive one that can do 100mm in one pass.
What would be nice is a lock to hold the blade guard open when you're running it on a track.
Im located in Australia and bought the base from USA over a year ago and swapped it on my HS003 before the HS004 was released here. Was a very straight forward swap. Cost me way less than a new saw and I did it a year earlier
What was the part number for the new base? I emailed makita if I could swap the base instead of buying a brand new tool, and they said it was not compatible which seems insane.
Link?
In Malaysia where I live, HS004G is the debut 40V 185mm circular saw, which is over 1 year ago, I asked and my local Makita rep told me that Makita Malaysia has no plan to bring in the HS003G.
Now they just need compatibility with the Festool cross-cutting guide rail (or make their own) to take versatility to the next level.
DIY one of them here: ruclips.net/video/DCcwjFEG88E/видео.html
Festool and Makita use nearly the same tracks , Makita has that anti tipping lip that Festool has not .
Should be on YT KREG KMA2700 , Accu-Cut Circular Saw Track Guide , universal track .
@@TakamiWoodshop The draw card for me with the festool guide is the ability to accurately change the crosscut angle quickly. That being said I love a DIY solution.
@@pete_lind
I'm referring to Festool's crosscut track. It's got 2 rails on it so not quite like their normal track.
ruclips.net/video/n0ZbMISUbwE/видео.html
I was waiting for that 💪👌👍Thanks
No problem 👍
Cool to see Rob on your channel. I think RUclips started to recommend me all these NZ builders because of your channel.
Regarding the new base, I actually reached out to Makita to swap out the base and they wouldn’t give me the part number. Said that the GSH02Z track base wouldn’t fit the GSH01Z base. The crazy thing is the bases seem pretty comparable but the 02Z is $100 more. 🤷♂️
I'd hate to think how much I've spent on Festool tracks alone. For anyone about to make a choice on track saw brands I'd like to point out the massive price difference between Festool and Makita tracks. Today locally for me in Oz a 3m Festool track would cost $790 whereas the virtually identical Makita is $269.
Over a decade ago Festool had a unique innovation advantage and you chose to pay the premium to get the benefits .. these days they still make a few unique things and their "systems integration" is quite clever, BUT other brands have caught up a lot and none more so that Makita in my opinion. I still think the cross cut rail is something that Makita need to take a stab at to complete their guide rail systems.
Today Makita outstrips Festool in a couple of areas .. a very significant one being depth of cut on a rail. Not only can Makita do 100mm cuts with their new 270mm cordless track compatible saw .. for the price of a Festool 3m rail alone you can buy BOTH a Makita 3m rail AND the Makita 270mm cordless saw skin!
I have a massive investment in Festool tools and I'm not about to ditch any of them. Makita to me is a very natural choice to compliment the Festool range (or vice versa depending on your starting position). Heck, even the Makpac cases are compatible with the original Festool Systainers!
Looking forward for a review for Makita XGT 260mm saw
I've already done the 260mm rear handle and the 270mm top handle is on the way.
using the same blade from the plunge saw does the hs004 align perfectly with the track's rubber edge without using shims?
I might need a new platform. It's not just a track saw, It's Universal. So many opinions. Thanks bro. 👍🏾💯🤙🏾
What do you recommend for occasional DIY-er? Cordless are nice, but I am thinking I won't use it enough to justify it, I am better off corded for occasional use. Batteries will probably go dead before I will have used it 20 times😂
I'm sure I saw an American style rear handle saw with track compatibly from Makita but can't see it available to buy in the UK.
Any news on a 40v table saw
Got mine from UK. My first 40v two years ago.. Long time waiting for tools review. There is 45* indent for hs004g. But hs003 comes 22.5* and 45*.
Just been released here.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL So does it have a 45* indent or nothing at all?
Yes it stops at 45.
I just ordered a 2x 18v without track compatible then returned it unused. I have my eye on this 40v track compatible one instead.
did the hs003g or hs004g come with a rip fence or not? because some photos show it with one and others dont, and for some reason i cant fine guide rails for sale
Time to get a circular 40V to help out my old plunge saw.
all of this talk of adapters makes me wonder if other brands can be made to fit onto the same makita track (or another brand of track). for example the flex usa 24v one, because it is significantly more narrow than other typical circ saws
Soon as I picked up the 6.5” inline circ saw by flex I had to have it, right now I’m just using a Kreg guide but would love to have something that removes all margin of error.
Thanks for the great and detailed review! Based on this I bought the HS004G and got into the 40v range as well with two batteries and a charger. My saw came without a hook and I have been searching the internet from top to bottom to find the correct one. Does anyone know the right product number or have a link to a store that has the correct rafter hook?
Where do you live?
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL I live in Norway
Does Makita not offer a track rail base for corded saws?
I wish that they would make a 100mm plunge track saw 18 volt
can this rail adapter be used on the 5007 mg?
It is compatible with 8 ah. battery (size wise)?
Any word on a framing nailer? I always bug our Makita Rep here in Canada once or twice a year but very tight lipped about anything.... Can't believe Makita doesn't have one yet.. Even RIDGID and ryobi do!
I feel like I'd be worried about using other saws on the same track and having them change the cutting edge. Is there a reason for this concern?
There is, blade widths vary from saw to saw and from manufacturer to manufacturer. I only use my 36V Makita track saw on my Makita tracks with a 2.2mm kerf blade. I have my eyes on that Japanese 40V 165mm circ saw. I might get another 1.4m track and the adapter. It would be handy for straight cuts for structural work without the need for factory like edges one needs for finish work, 👍 🔨 🇮🇪
I have dedicated tracks for each tracksaw.
40v makita with 1.8mm blade for fine work.
Ts55 with 2,2 alu blade for trespa and alu etc.
220v makita for rough work like cementboard etc
Im pretty pissed when someone is using the wrong track, because thats another 15 bucks for a new cutting strip
@@Toyotaamazon80series @Joep Meleon Thanks guys. I think I'll stick with the regular base model for this one.
Off topic but i just seen a tik tok from a friend of a makita xgt cs002g metal cutting circular saw. You know anything about it? Ive been dying for any brand to come out with a cordless model that is at least a 9" for the depth cut or w/e the metric equivalent is. I cant find anything on google about it tho here in states
Check my upcoming makita videos, I did a bit on it in one of them. Not the last one but the one before I think. Mine will be here soon. It has a 67mm depth of cut, or whatever that is in inches. 8-1/4" blade.
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL thanks for the reply. A disappointment for me again. My corded 9" has a 3 1/4" depth of cut which would be 82.55 mm. I do have the lxt 18v 5 7/8" which is 2 1/4 depth of cut as well but i really want one that can truly replace my corded 9". I jus cant give up that depth of cut
Can I ask you, is hs004 more powerful than 40v plunge saw on the same battery? Thanks!
Yes
@@ToolsAndStuffOFFICIAL thanks, is it a big difference?
Still no impact wrench review😞
try torque test channel :) they made a review about the 1/2 xgt impact wrench
@@regienaldocate522 already seen it but good to hear more people opinions
I’ve been watching a few of your vids now and am really quite enjoying them.
I recently watched a video of a Pommy guy who managed to successfully cut into the side of his track! He claimed he set it up roughly, as a green horn (like me) would, and he rather ‘quickly but surely’ became disappointed that he managed to shave his track.
What’s the likelihood of someone like me (a complete novice) being able to replicate that?
Thanks.
The rubber edge strip can easily get damaged, but that is removable and replaceable. If he cut the ali, well, that takes a special kinda stupid or a strange kickback that cordless tools rarely do.
I watched the video you sent. That guy has no idea what he is doing. The blade or saw has been tweaked out of alignment by him dropping it or something similar. His techniques are awful and from what I saw, he shouldn't be using power tools.
@ Thanks for that, that’s very reassuring.
Have a good Christmas.
I'm an apprentice carpenter and recently purchased the 18v impact and drill combo. I'm wondering if 40v is the way to go? As all I see in these videos are predominantly 40v
I'm an apprentice carpenter and I was in exactly the same position as you a few weeks ago. I only had the 18V drill combo and was looking to buy a bunch of power tools and was tossing up between 18V and 40V. I ended up going for a 6 piece 40V kit and I'm pretty happy with my decision.
In my kit I got the HS003GZ and it's been great. But in hindsight, I wish I'd have liked to have gotten the HS004GZ. The track saw option just seems really handy to have.
@@danieldeschamps9494 That's extremely helpful to know. I'm definitely going to look into a 40v combo kit soon!
@@lamdog24How did you go, did you end up with the 40?
@@SeriousSchittbought the 40v. I'm slowly adding more and more 40v over time. The one battery is so much better.
Wait, you said at 12:12 that the HS004G (and the plunge saw) can cut at a bevel along the track, but at 5:00 you said the HS004G can't use the track (as a guide) for 45° cuts.
I really want that little 125mm saw. I looked at importing it from Japan but it was quite expensive.
Does it say anything about me that I can literally smell those deep rip cuts while watching them?
I always watch your videos and like your matter of fact presentation style. The more I watch the more frustrated I get. The innovations from Makita keep coming. What have I got Makita. Some of my old electric saws and a few 12 V tools. The 23 guage pin nailer is great. Given the chance now I think I would go with the 40V range. I just couldn't afford to change everything I have to the one platform. Shame.
@Dave Taylor … me too .. after I saw few videos I bought for now two tools in Japan. The 6 1/2” circular saw and the air duster. Because this tools are not available here where I live.
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