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  1. 01-28-2003, 06:30 PM #1
    drsquat
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    i am using my machinist level i purchased from grizzly, 8 in. could someone please tell me whawt each line means? i am tryin to get the twist out of my lathe bed and i have it down to differance of 3 of the marks.

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  2. 01-28-2003, 10:41 PM #2
    Thrud
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    First, did you properly set the level up before using it? Every level should be checked and adjusted before use. I set my Starrett #199 on the edge of my granite plate and note bubble position - the level is then turned end-for-end and checked again. The bubble should read the same number of divisions in the same direction - if not it has to be adjusted and checked again. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HANDS ON THE LEVEL OR NEAR A SOURCE OF HEAT - IT WILL AFFECT THE RESULTS!

    The Starrett #199 sensitivity is .ooo5"/Foot per division. Your level may be different. What make and model is it?

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  3. 01-29-2003, 08:10 AM #3
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    After you test your level as per Thrud's directions, you could see how much the bubble moves when a .001 shim is placed under the end.
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