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not sure if this is a stupid question or not... regarding benchwork leveling
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[quote user="wjstix"] <p>Really the legs shouldn't be right on the edge, but should be set in from the edge maybe 10-12" on a 4 x 8 layout. Before you get too far you might want to pick up Westcott's book on Model Railroad benchwork for some tips and ideas, it's been around a long time but is still the bible on benchwork!! <span class="smiley">[:)]</span></p><p>[/quote]</p><p>Stix is correct. There is a 1/5 (one-fifth) rule which I believe is mentioned in Linn's book. Legs or other supports should be placed 1/5 of the overall distance from the end. This allows a certain amount of canilever (counter balance) effect to overcome the sag effect of the center portion.</p><p>For 96 inches, 1/5 would be about 19 inches. So 19" - leg - 58" - leg - 19".</p><p>This rule is also used in general carpentry for things like the spacing of hinges on a two hinge door.</p><p>-John</p><p> </p>
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