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Straightedge for leveling - Arlin Eastman - 05-20-2017
Does anyone know where I can get dependable one that does not cost an arm and a leg since I still like them.
A link or if you are selling or wanting to trade for it let me know.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - JGrout - 05-20-2017
you can make your own for a song
This is an old machinists technique and it works just fine
go down to first you need to make a straightedge
Joe
RE: Straightedge for leveling - daddo - 05-20-2017
What length?
RE: Straightedge for leveling - Steve N - 05-20-2017
Arlin
This is right at 24" long $40.00 includes S&H
This right at 41" long and is around $63.00 including S&H
Video that will show you why these are considered very accurate straight edges.
Lee Valley doesn't give you enough 0's but prices are ok. Buy when they offer free S&H.
Remember it's woodworking, so it might not need to be as exact, depends what you want to do with it, and how long a length you think you need.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - daddo - 05-20-2017
How accurate and long? Without this answered, I have no idea what you're looking for.
A 4 foot level is 25-30 bucks.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - Lynden - 05-21-2017
I have a 48" long x 2" wide stainless steel drafting straight edge which I use. Pacific Arc brand straight edges are reasonably priced, but I'm not sure about the quality.
Pacific Arc Stainless Steel Straight Edge
Order one from Walmart, Office Depot, Staples or some other place where you are sure it can be returned if you don't like it.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - robert146 - 05-21-2017
Four foot aluminum level. Also works fine as a saw guide and does a pretty good job when you actually need a level.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - daddo - 05-21-2017
They have 78" levels too.
But it depends on.... What you're looking for! ?
He must still be in the restroom.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - Cecil - 05-21-2017
I picked up some 80/20 at the 80/20 garage sale.
RE: Straightedge for leveling - Steve N - 05-21-2017
Yes if they have the extrusion you are looking for, they have better pricing there. Sort of their odds and ends store. I think their biggest problem is shipping cost is pretty steep no matter where you get it. But it is long, and sometimes heavy if you get several pieces.
This is a series 40 2" x 4" at 40" length right at 57 bux shipped.
80 20 Garage sale home page