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1. 
   brownbagg | Sep 26, 2008 12:19am | #1

   I bought one at harbor freight, its junk but pretty good for $12, close enough for tile work
2. 
   EricPaulson | Sep 26, 2008 01:28am | #2

   There was a thread going here about a week ago.............and probably 100 others in the years gone by.

   Try the search function.

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3. 
   Frankie | Sep 26, 2008 01:38am | #3

   PLS180.

   Frankie

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   RRooster | Sep 26, 2008 02:41am | #4

   I thought I could spend about $200 on it. 

   For good new rock music, click on:

   http://www.myspace.com/rosehilldrive   or

   http://www.myspace.com/yearlongdisaster or

   http://www.myspace/com/thesuedebrothers

    

    

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   calvin | Sep 26, 2008 03:49am | #5

   Had the PLS 2 for several yrs.  Upgraded to the PLS 180 with the exterior receiver.  Similar to the PLS2 in plumb/level and fixed square lines, but much broader spread.  The rcvr allows outdoor use in bright light.

   Good company that stands behind their product.  Forthcoming with information, even here on the board (without trying to sell anything).

   You'll spend more than 200 for it though.A Great Place for Information, Comraderie, and a Sucker Punch.

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4. 
   KenHill3 | Sep 26, 2008 06:03am | #6

   I have a Hilti PMP 34. This is a plumb/level/square self-leveling dot laser. It is very accurate, rugged, also $300-$400. Very happy with it.

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   I also have the current generation Robolaser. I really like this one, one person operation, self-leveling dot laser that rotates to your chosen position, it will also generate about a 120degree line (beam split into series of dots). This one may be more what you want, get it for about $235 from Coastal Tool:

   http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/a/ab/robo/rt-7210-1.htm?L+coastest+lqxx2985ff3f7b3f+1222496877

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   alwaysoverbudget | Sep 26, 2008 06:09am | #7

   i have the old robolazer,paid 200 for it and i don't know what more you could want for the money. i can read the line outside in light up to about 150'.          at night i can get 2 blks down the street,just for grins and giggles.

   i also have a david white line laser,shoot horz,and verticle,it works pretty good but it gets a little cranky when cold. paid 75.00.not good outside. larry

    http://cgi.ebay.com/RoboToolz-RT-7210-1-Self-Leveling-Remote-Control-Laser_W0QQitemZ330273392844QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item330273392844&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14                      i just looked on ebay,heres what 50. would buy ya,i wouldn't hesitate to own that.i

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   andybuildz | Sep 26, 2008 08:17am | #8

   If I land the bathroom job next week there will be tons of tile work to do in it so I'm seriosuly considering this level. It can be had for around $310 at the Tool Barn I think. http://www.cstberger.com/Products/LaserMark/LM_XLP34.htm

    

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   RRooster | Sep 27, 2008 08:39pm | #9

   Thanx all.  Good stuff.

   I've budgeted $200 into a project for the purchase.  If I get the bid, I get the tool and I guess if I'm over $200, I'm still happy. 

   For good new rock music, click on:

   http://www.myspace.com/rosehilldrive   or

   http://www.myspace.com/yearlongdisaster or

   http://www.myspace/com/thesuedebrothers

    

    

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   calvin | Sep 28, 2008 12:11am | #10

   I've budgeted $200 into a project for the purchase.  If I get the bid, I get the tool and I guess if I'm over $200, I'm still happy

    

   I've charged out rentals of specialized equipment that I didn't own.

   I've also charged out the rental cost of specialized equipment that I bought specifically for a job, knowing I would use it again but not often.

   But, I've never attempted to charge out the cost of a pc of equipment I was going to use way more than once in a blue moon.  Don't take me wrong.  I've never thought the customer as a business partner.

    A Great Place for Information, Comraderie, and a Sucker Punch.

   Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.

   http://www.quittintime.com/

    

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   JeffBuck | Sep 28, 2008 08:47am | #13

   "But, I've never attempted to charge out the cost of a pc of equipment I was going to use way more than once in a blue moon.  Don't take me wrong.  I've never thought the customer as a business partner."

    

   I have.

   will do again.

    

   my price doesn't to them doesn't matter of I spend it on crack or tools, or dinner for the high maintenence wife.

   Jeff    Buck Construction

    Artistry In Carpentry

        Pittsburgh Pa

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   arcflash | Sep 28, 2008 06:16pm | #14

   I second that. We just did a massive tile and wood floor job for this computer geek. High dollar stuff. He literally stands over you with a light. Now he wants me to do all of his remodel cans. I'm charging him top dollar, plus extra for the Dewalt plumb bob laser that I will be needing because he is such a pain.

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   RRooster | Oct 01, 2008 01:49am | #15

   My quote on the project included a lump sum of $200 for me to purchase a tool.  The customer will never see the breakdown of the quote or know what I did, he/she will only see $x,####.00 plus tax for said project. 

   Also, I charge for use of a specialized tool that I already own.  Payback is hell!!!

   Thanks for all the great feedback.

     

   For good new rock music, click on:

   http://www.myspace.com/rosehilldrive   or

   http://www.myspace.com/yearlongdisaster or

   http://www.myspace/com/thesuedebrothers

    

    

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   Jer | Sep 28, 2008 01:00am | #11

   PLS 2E with the exterior reciever.  I know the 180 does a bigger spread, but you just have to swivel it a mite and it does the same amount.

   It's a little pocket thing with its own nylon case to carry on your belt if ya want.  Works on a tripod beautifully and comes with an magnetic L bracket.  I use it constantly and oculdn't be happier.  The PLS2 is no longer made so you'll have to get the 180 which is fine.  Get the full kit with the exterior reciever.  You will not regret it I promise.

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   KenHill3 | Sep 28, 2008 01:43am | #12

   I would also highly recommend an elevator type tripod. Really helps when matching/transferring points and lines, as well as recalibration checks.View Image