Hi all:
I build a lot of airliners, as well as others that require a straight line. After priming and a base coat, I plan to use this to set up a straight line for masking, such as a hull line on a ship. In the past I've had problems finding the right amount of books, CD cases, whatever else in combination to get the right height that I needed. On a recent visit to my aunt and uncle's house, I went into the shop and after a few hours, I walked out with the parts that I needed and later glued the parts that needed it. I didn't use any dimensions, only made it until it looked right and could accommodate a nut and bolt to hold it together. I figure I have about 300 degrees of rotation from one side to the the other, and as close or far as the beam can go. I wanted to share this if you needed ideas. If you want me to build one, I can do that also.I just have to come up with a jig to hold a model level about its longitudinal and lateral axis. Let me know your thoughts.
I plan on making improved versions, as far as stability of holding the marking tool (pencil, pen) and overall quality. This is just a prototype.
