"One question for Sixer. Why would you do this for CAT 5 or any telecomm wire and RG6 when the length is marked on the cable?"
I'm trying to keep it simple by using one system of measuring.
I discussed it with my employees and considered a fish scale, but we decided that the bath scale would work better for us. I built a small plywood platform on the floor of the van which is 3" high - the scale slides under it....and the generator sits on top.
"Legal for trade" shouldn't be an issue as it's more accurate than guessing or pacing the runs off. I just set up this system a couple of weeks ago and so far it seems to be working good. I guess time will tell.
