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Measure Board Length
Measure the distance from the center
of one post to the center of the next. You don't need to be
too accurate, but try to keep to at least 1/2" accuracy.
Mark the board with a pencil or
nail. When fencing on a hill, you may need to cut the board at
an angle. Make the cut vertical to evenly cover the face of
the post.
Setting the Top Row
Set a nail in the first post and run
a string (mason's twine) down the row of posts. Add a nail in
each post. Adjust the line to get a smooth flowing top
line.
Power
You will probably need to have a
portable generator. Make sure that there is sufficient wattage
to run your tools. Use at least 2,500 watt, preferably 4,000
or 5,000 watts. This will be needed to power your saw,
drill and air compressor for the nail gun. You can hand
saw the oak boards, but this will take a long time and lots of elbow
grease.
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