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how do you keep the fence tight when there is a change in grade?

That's a great question. The mesh, being a woven mesh, has flexibility which gives it some flexibility. If there is a radical change in the grade, you will have to cut the wire at a post and start a new section. When the grade change is subtle, the mesh tends to "blouse", either at the top or bottom. One way to remove these loose sections and get a smooth fence is to cut the horizontal wires. Only cut the number ow wires necessary to take out the bulge. Remove enough wire so that when the fence wires are re-attached with crimp sleeves, the fence will be straight when tightened. 
I hope this answer is helpful for you. As in any question like this, there is usually more than one way to solve a problem.  

How do I construct a stretching device for nonclimb horse fencing. Details would be appreciated. I have the come-alongs, but need to understand the part with the 2x4s. Thanks.

Can you estimate the cost for a fense to hold some horses? Is there a rule of thumb on price per foot?  
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Was is the recommended distance between fence post?

What determines the side of the fence post you mount the fence? If I am puuting up field fence or horse fence to keep the livestock in, does the fence go on the inside or outside of the posts. Thank you

For best results, the fence should be installed on the inside of the posts. When the animals push against the fence, the wire will be pushed against the post rather than away from it.

I am going to install non-climb horse fence on the horse side of my locust posts. I intend to follow the tree line staying 10' from the trees to allow room to mow. Some areas curve out allowing the fence to be stretched easily against the posts and some curve in. This is the challenge. How do you stretch the fence on the inside of the curve -stretch a few posts at a time or? Thanks.

On the posts in the curved in sections, run the fence on the “in” side of the posts. When you apply tension, the wire will be pulled against the post, not away from it.

When stapling the fence to the post should the staples be tight or loose for temperature changes; shrinking & expanding? 
 
 
 
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When going from flat ground to a steep grade do I set a post at the transition point and stretch to it and fasten at that point? Do I need to cut the wire at that point to change pitch?