Best Level/Levels to use?

DJBilliards

DJBilliards

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Hey guys wanted to get your opinion on what is the best level/levels to use while leveling a 3 piece slate table. I have been using a 6 inch starrett level and a 4 ft carpenters level for years. They have worked for me but I think there is a better combination out there. I just use the 6 inch because i got a good deal on it.
 
DJBilliards said:
Hey guys wanted to get your opinion on what is the best level/levels to use while leveling a 3 piece slate table. I have been using a 6 inch starrett level and a 4 ft carpenters level for years. They have worked for me but I think there is a better combination out there. I just use the 6 inch because i got a good deal on it.
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I use (6) 98-12 starretts to level a table. I find it to be fast and efficient. I was thinking of adding 2 more and might go with the 98-8 which are cheaper.
 
PoolTable911 said:
I use (6) 98-12 starretts to level a table. I find it to be fast and efficient. I was thinking of adding 2 more and might go with the 98-8 which are cheaper.
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12" is to long, 6" to short, but 8" fits right in the crack;):D:D IMO...it's also the right size for leveling slates:D

Glen
 
I have 2x18" , 4x12" and 4x6" Starrett's. Longer is good for quick and simple installs\rough leveling the frame and shorter for the dead flat slate instalsl. i think more 8" is the way to go ust haven't bought any yet.

Craig
 
And the winner is 8" Starrett level. I guess I will have them throw one in on my next cloth order.
On a different topic I will be going to Vegas for the BCA tourney so if any of you table mechanic will be out there between 5/14 - 5/18 let me know.

Thanks Everyone!!!!
 
machinist level

Starrett model 98 is the most common used levels when leveling pool tables I would say..there is a few other manufactures of machinist levels but are not easily available like the starrett..most other levels are made in japan,ireland,germany,Swiss...most are hard to find and pronounce..' south bend is a easy one'<I think its German.
-I like to buy american when possible "and in my budget", so I go with the starrett 98 machinist levels..
*There is a few guys around here that collect levels...
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I use one-18 inch,two-12 inch,one-8 inch,two modified 5 inch, all starretts..I also use a 36 and a 32 inch carpenters level that has a machined flat wide top and bottom that helps to set the starrett on top of em when leveling certain tables and slates that have been waving since the 70's..
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I'm in the process of replacing a vial on my 98-12 starrett..not much fun...the replacement vial I tracked down is on back order...anyone have ground and graduated vials on hand..how much$?
-thanks,
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Robert Molina
 
Starret tools

I have extra starret vials but I just moved and Im still digging through my pile. I have or had 2 replacement vials for 98-12.

I use 1 98-18, 2-98-12's, and two 60" starrett straightedges$$$, but I also see 98-8's in my future..

I'm unpacking/cleaning this week, I'll search for the vials
 
Starrett Parts Dept

I wasn't able to find the replacement vial in either of my starrett catalogs so I called their parts dept. this morning just to check the price so I'd know what their worth. Anyway, they have the replacement vials IN STOCK for $12.10 + $8.95 processing fee that includes S+H. The part number for the vial for the 98-12 is PT15024. Mike in the parts dept said their in stock ready to ship today!!!!Good Luck, Gordon

Just thought I'd post the info in case anyone else was needing a vial for a 98-12!!! Starrett phone #978-249-3551
 
starrett

I did contact starrett before I started the vial repair, starrett's price is a little higher than what a old friend found em for in price...the 18 and the 12 use the same vial..I listened in on a phone order he placed with a supplier, they said it was back ordered item...
-if anyone has a replacement vial let me know'

Thanks guys,
Robert Molina
 
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