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   john_carroll | Jul 05, 2008 01:39am | #1

   In the past, one person eyed along the string from one end while another set a block midway. Today, you can use a laser, which doesn't sag.

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   sunsen | Jul 05, 2008 02:05am | #2

   Thanks Mudslinger. I've got an idea about how the laser I have could work. Do you build up the midpoint first along with the ends then fill in between using a string line?

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   john_carroll | Jul 05, 2008 05:15am | #3

   " Do you build up the midpoint first along with the ends then fill in between using a string line?"

   That's the basic idea. After extending a string from the ends, set a unit near the middle a bit high, then tap it until it's even with the others. Once you have the middle unit level with (or in line with) the end units, use a twig to hold the line on the middle unit.

    

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   sunsen | Jul 05, 2008 10:48am | #4

   Got it. Thanks Mudslinger. I'm actually really looking forward to building this thing next week.

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   Matt | Jul 05, 2008 03:46pm | #5

   55 ft long huh... does that need some kind of pilasters or something to help hold it up?    I don't know - just asking...

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   sunsen | Jul 05, 2008 04:22pm | #6

   A free standing wall seven feet high can go as far as you want. It'll be reinforced with steel and grout as I'll be using speed blocks.