[DesertRatTom]

I most certainly would use the table if possible for T-Track channels. However, if the material is too large to fit on the table, then I would do it using a good straight edge the exact width of the router base, clamped firmly in place so the bit strikes the workpiece exactly where you want it.

Mark the top of the router with an arrow and keep the mark pointing to the top "rail" of your guide. Don't let it rotate at all or the track may wander because the base may not be perfectly centered on the router. Make multiple passes, no more than 1/8th inch per pass. In 3/4 material, that means 3 passes. Must have a flat bottom, so select a bit that cuts a smooth flat bottom. If you're a perfectionist, make a final pass to exact depth with a mortising bit for a really flat, smooth bottom.

Be sure your bit is close as possible to the width of the T-Track.

 

[DesertRatTom]

I use a Triton in the table. Good built in dust redirection setup, use the port behind the fence to pull the dust out.
Here's the setup for the Bosch 1617, which I use for freehand tasks. Cool and ports right into my 4 inch DC flex hose.

Bosch has a couple of special purpose dust extraction attachments here: https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/boschtools-ocs/router-dust-attachments-35851-c/

 

[DesertRatTom]

thank you guys but I am not looking for the ultimate routing experience or the best router out there
It is what it is and I have what I have and I need to make use of that

Given that, and the importance of dust collection for your health, you will need some sort of dust collection device, and the best for reasonable money is the 2.5 inch Dust Deputy with a good shop vac. Pix at end. the majority of sawdust will come out through the port behind the fence. The Dust Deputy system I recommend is pretty much based on 2.5 inch hose sizes.

It is even better if you can have a second port attached to a box below the table, enclosing the router. This can be very simple. But be sure the ports are all the right size to fit the hoses you are using. I recommend going with 2.5 inch sizes. This box also needs an air intake of some sort to work properly.

For freehand use, you could probably get away with a smaller hose attached near the workpiece to suck up as much sawdust as possible while cutting. I suppose you might be able to jury rig an attachment to the router. It will be awkward, but workable. You'll need an adapter to go from 2.5 down to about 1.25 inch hose, plus some kind of spout on the suction end of the small hose.

Whatever else you do, get a good dustmask for yourself, preferable one with a filtered air pump to give you positive air pressure under the mask to keep sawdust from entering.

Sawdust, in particular the ultra fine particles, once they get into your lungs, do not come out easily. Lots of carpenters die at early ages from lung conditions from carelessly inhaling sawdust. I have very aggressive sawdust collection and filtration in my shop, but I rarely spend more than a couple of minutes in there without donning at least a surgical style mask. Read the EPA studies of home shop sawdust hazards and you'll understand why I'm so strong on good dust collection

Here's the Dust Deputy setup with a shop vac. The DD cyclone effect spins the sawdust around and almost all of it falls into the bucket, which keeps your Shop Vac filter from being blocked. This is $60. https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Static-Retrofit-Cyclone-Separator-Collapse-Proof/dp/B09W68X4HJ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3URU5BAN76QCQ&keywords=Super+dust+deputy+2+1/4&qid=1670986091&sprefix=super+dust+deputy+2+1/4,aps,179&sr=8-5&ufe=app_do:amzn1.fos.18ed3cb5-28d5-4975-8bc7-93deae8f9840&th=1

Here is the older, slightly smaller model so you can see how it is set up.

You will also need a length of 2.5 inch hose between the tool and input of the cyclone on the side, then a length between the shop vac and the top of the cyclone. This 20 footer is about $38, https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Collection-Collectors-Ports-Vacuums/dp/B01L0FZOQ8/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3URU5BAN76QCQ&keywords=Super+dust+deputy+2+1/4&qid=1670986535&sprefix=super+dust+deputy+2+1/4,aps,179&sr=8-4

Oh yes, and a bucket or barrel of some sort with solid top to mount the DD. Larger capacity is recommended as once it gets half full, it is less effective and your shop vac filter ($15 and up) will fill solid and stop air flow. Some people have repurposed trash barrels. I use fiber drums with steel tops, 30 gallons, but these have gone up in price with shipping on top of that. You just need something that closes tight and has a flt top. Lots of other solutions, but enough is enough,

This is a lot of information, but I hope it will be practical for you, or anyone with any router.