Machinist level question
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How long is that? Can't tell from pic. Some info: https://www.google.com/search?q=bes...CHXUQrQIoAnoECBgQAw&biw=1408&bih=653&dpr=1.36
It is a short Bubble Level, most Pool table service use 3 foot plus commercial levels, with Bubbles at both ends.
Kinda looks like a 10" but might be a 8
Most installers on here recommend a machinist level as it's more accurate than a commercial level
A lot more.
Anything under $100 is a great buy. That's a 98-12 and they're around $300 new, $200 used. Sometimes you can find them cheaper.
The wood case is a nice bonus too.
This is a great buy and wont last long: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2269844689...d=link&campid=5335988529&toolid=20001&mkevt=1
12" is good, 8" is also very good, especially for Diamond tables.
The wood case is a nice bonus too.
This is a great buy and wont last long: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2269844689...d=link&campid=5335988529&toolid=20001&mkevt=1
12" is good, 8" is also very good, especially for Diamond tables.
DeeDeeCues
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No they don't. Not for final leveling, anyhow.
The 98-12 I linked is sold, here's an 8 that will also sell fast!
Edit: Also sold now
Starrett No. 98 - 8" Machinist Level with Original Box Model 98-8 | eBay
NEAR NEW TO NEW 90 DAY TRURNS
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Hard Knock Cues
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I've found used 12" one's around $100, best to get one with multiple bubble lines.
I also came across an 18" for $200 at an antique mall.
I've also found one with a broken bubble real cheap and replaced it, total cost under $100
I prefer 12" or longer over my 8" ones, but having a couple positioned on the slate is easier than moving one around.
I also came across an 18" for $200 at an antique mall.
I've also found one with a broken bubble real cheap and replaced it, total cost under $100
I prefer 12" or longer over my 8" ones, but having a couple positioned on the slate is easier than moving one around.
If I am welding a tube in a chassis that is parallel with another tube I can eyeball it better than a standard level can measure it. When using a standard level (digital or bubble) I can have both tubes positioned correctly according to a level yet they are clearly not parallel when eyeballing it.
This is wildly incorrect
Well the guys who set up tables bought from Temu might use carpentry levels but I doubt any real table mechanics do. If the guy setting up your table comes walking in with a carpenters level for your slate leveling you might wanna reconsider who you have setting up your table.
I would dare say that I can get a table playing pretty decent, with a good 4' carpenter's level... However, I can do a MUCH better job, with 8-9 Starrett 98-12's.
The problem with using a carpenter's level, is that you can't see the variations in flatness of the slate. Also, the precision of the bubble is not really fine enough. That said, I fully agree with your assessment... If your installer is using only carpenter's levels, you hired the wrong guy...
A ball on the bare slate might be more accurate than a carpenter's level. Of course a machinist's level beats them both.
I noticed that when I set my table up. You can learn a lot slow rolling balls across the bare slate.