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In high school we would smash these in the hallways between classes. Our homeroom teacher was convinced there was something wrong with the septic system.
One failure point I can see in this test before it even happens... leveling the laser.
He shows two levels: the cheaper one on Amazon states that its accuracy is 0.1^o while the more expensive one on MicroMark is accurate to 0.01^o. That is perfectly adequate for checking level over short distances, but over three miles the error balloons considerably.
With an accuracy of 0.1^o the potential error at three miles would be 110.6 inches. With an accuracy of 0.01^o the potential error at 3 miles drops down to 11.1 inches... still considerable.
More to the point... the casing of the laser is not guaranteed to be perfectly parallel to the laser beam itself. Using these levels to level the laser will only tell you if the casing is level, not the beam itself.
Right away I can tell this guy has not really understood what he's trying to do, because he states that an error of six feet could only occur if the earth's surface is curved and did not mention accuracy at all when discussing which level to choose - saying that two less accurate levels would somehow be more accurate than one more accurate level.
As for this guy's retarded thought experiment: on a curved earth level is defined as "equidistant from the center of earth" as he admits earlier in the video. Water flows from higher levels to lower levels as any child knows. If the water is level at both ends - that is, it is equidistant from the center of the earth, water will not flow because neither end is further from the center than the other. The water can't flow from higher to lower levels, because both are the same height. The fact he can't grasp this simple point shows why he's a flat earther - he's an idiot.
Use a scope leveling kit like the Wheeler kit available on Amazon. Link below. That will get you close enough to keep your elevation and windage adjustments true.
Wheeler Engineering Level Level Level Scope Mounting Leveling Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BYAKDM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MnIoBb8X08PFZ
Digital angle gauge. Great for saw angles or even determining the relative angle between two surfaces quickly. https://www.amazon.ca/935DAG-Digital-Electronic-Measures-Degree/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=digital+angle+finder&qid=1610154964&sprefix=Digital+ang&sr=8-4
It doesn't matter too much.
A long range optic needs to be level because you're much more likely to dial in for longer distances and you don't want your elevation dial to affect the windage adjustment and vice versa.
A red dot will almost always be signed in once and not be adjusted in the field. You can eyeball it and it'll suit you just fine. You may have some very minor off axis shift when dialing in but it won't prevent you from getting your zero.
If you really want to get it perfectly aligned then get some small bubble levels.
https://www.amazon.com/Loftus-International-Fart-Extinguisher-Novelty/dp/B00BNARRDO
I declare shenanigans! Outta this pit; my turn! J.K. Always brings retribution or uncontrollable laughter. (Only on a slow shift, though. And packs for everyone in shop.) The women mechanics use them up first. Neener neener boo boo, stick your head in doo-doo. What have I begun?
I have been using a Bosch BT300. BOSCH Aluminum Heavy Duty Elevator Quick Clamp Tripod BT300, 45 Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004K1W332/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_VPWEJ59YEN5W32C50DSV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 I can get it to extend all the way up to 10' even though it says it only goes to 110", but beware, it only uses the larger thread(⅝-11) side so you may need to get an adapter (¼"-20)
To add to the previous reply, you can find a digital angle finder pretty cheap. They're magnetic, so you zero it out on your table, then stick it on your blade and you'll have a much more accurate reading of your saw. Might be worth it before trying some other more difficult solutions.
This is just one of many on Amazon. You can probably find them at local woodworking stores...
Is this the bosch that you had? I just found it today and was really interested in it till I saw your comment. It's not price (to an extent) that I'm worried about, I just need it to be built good and would really like a hand crank. The pic you sent looks very similar to the tripod I was thinking about getting for shooting so I know they are good, I just don't like the idea of how I have to make fine adjustments verticaly.
BOSCH Aluminum Heavy Duty Elevator Quick Clamp Tripod BT300, 45 Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004K1W332/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_CMG41Z2DDWDYFJHF0AY2
These served my friends and I well for a long time.
Here you go: Klein Tools 935DAG Digital Electronic Level and Angle Gauge, Measures 0 - 90 and 0 - 180 Degree Ranges, Measures and Sets Angles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_S72W1HFN1PSBQH1T9K3D?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Klein Tools 935DAG Digital Electronic Level and Angle Gauge, Measures 0 - 90 and 0 - 180 Degree Ranges, Measures and Sets Angles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_6EWE56FCYFWMW7SR3SWY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Dude I just got one of these for Christmas, and it's a game changer. I've got a Bosch 10" double bevel maitre saw, and after getting the digital angle reader I leader my fucking is out by 4 degrees. Bullshit. 100% worth the money.
Klein Tools 935DAG Digital Electronic Level and Angle Gauge, Measures 0-90 and 0-180 Degree Ranges, Measures and Sets Angles https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_38Z2CF3MWE4VX0B9VQVG
Depends on what tools you have.
If you don’t have a scope leveling tool then I would recommend putting the gun in a vice. Get the gun level and then mount your scope and level the scope.
Any small level will do the trick but scope leveling tools are pretty cheap if you want to get it right.
https://www.amazon.com/Wheeler-Engineering-Adaptable-Gunsmithing-Maintenance/dp/B000BYAKDM
Nice STABLIA, here's mine. I picked it cause the one vial rotates.
Here's the 10" STABLIA I use. Great deal, fantastic build quality. Skip the Milwaukee and/or other junk. Once and done.
Here's the 10" STABLIA I use. Great deal, fantastic build quality. Skip the Milwaukee and/or other junk. Once and done.
Klein Tools 935DAG Digital Electronic Level and Angle Gauge, Measures 0 - 90 and 0 - 180 Degree Ranges, Measures and Sets Angles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_FST9AT7M5KBRF3FMS3XT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Glue a small level on your drill!
10PCS Small Bubble Level Frame Mural Hanging 10x10x29mm Mini Square Spirit Level Picture Hanging Levels Mark Measuring Instruments Layout Tools https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VTQG17V/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_CMXT21JGHERX6VJMFMMA
I'm not as tall as you but I had a similar issue. Raising the optics high enough to view comfortably. A monopod, if you can get one that will put the binocs over your head can help a lot but are pricey.
Nothing built for cameras will be tall enough. I ended up buying an engineers tripod like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004K1W332/. It's heavy, sturdy, and tall. I'm 5' 9' and it gets over my head with ease (and is still sturdy).
You can probably find some used one for sale. You will need a ball head. If you go this route, you will probably need an adapter to take you from 5/8 on the tripod to 3/8 or 1/4 on the ball head base.
You can also get a trapezoidal head for the binocs. I've never used one but in theory you can attach it to a mount and raise it high. Plus, it will stay fixed at a point so you can lower them without losing the object.
An alternative is to use a launch chair and a should harness mount. Go to cloudynights.com and into the binocular forum. Lots of MacGyvered things there.
You sir, apparently, know knothing of levels.
This one might be overkill for this type of install but proves my point none the less.
So this was done on a guided system. I just use an angle square. Not sure If I’m allowed to post an Amazon link, but something like this https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-935DAG-Electronic-Measures/dp/B07ZWW3BW5/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Angle+finder&qid=1607122434&sr=8-5.
yup you wouldn't have the simonis install dvd do you?
Yup all easy if you youtube and take your time. I leveled my table as well. It sucked and took 2 days.
I just buy the digital 100+$ levels from home depot. 2-3 and then return them when I get done.
This time I might get the levels from amazon and return them to amazon for shipping fee.
This video makes doing the rails look easy if you take your time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ye2Xln-MN-8
Agreed!! I'm just trying to dial in my reads.. 1,2,3,4, etc... even trying to use halve degreees, might buy a this guy to help me out.
By the way, hows my technique? Do you do anything different than what i've mentioned? What i sort-of struggle with right off the bat, is choosing where I'm actually going to aim once I've measured. If there's not a ball-mark, leaf, stone, whatever to aim at, is there a way to choose a closer aiming point than something near the hole?
you can also use a hose filled with water with an adaptor like this: https://www.amazon.com/Mayes-Level-10309-Water/dp/B00004YZP8/ref=asc_df_B00004YZP8
Basically, fill the hose with water, have 2 people, one on each end, and you can see the level through the clear bits. The water will stay nice and level thanks to gravity.
You got downvoted, but it's basically true. I moved my table and assembled the frame myself, then called a mechanic to come level and install the cloth.
It was cheaper than the price Amazon wants for the level he used.
I can't remember ever else wing what your describing. However, if your looking for aa accurate level, I'd get an electronic one like this
DigiPas DWL80E Mini Pocket Size Digital Level, Electronic Angle Gauge, Protractor, 4 inch 0.1° accuracy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001NPJGL0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4a41xbFD96YMJ
Use your bolt raceway using one of these. I have one and it's pretty easy