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Tips for loosening extremely tight straps on a winch?

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by crackerjack123, Nov 17, 2018.

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  1. Nov 17, 2018 #11
    I glide 47

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    Put your face back by the end of the winch bar extensions ,,remember you only weigh 120 lb
     
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  3. Nov 17, 2018 #12
    mslashbar

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    Use the longer bar and stand on the side of it instead of at the end of the bar, then you should be able to reach the clicker.
     
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  4. Nov 17, 2018 #13
    crackerjack123

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    Great idea. I'll try it!
     
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  5. Nov 17, 2018 #14
    crackerjack123

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    Good point. I like the idea of placing tension on the clicker before using the winch bar to loosen the strap. I'm trying to think of a way to do that, that is a safe. Do you have ideas?
     
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  7. Nov 17, 2018 #15
    crackerjack123

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    I'm not sure what you mean. Will you clarify please? Thank you.
     
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  8. Nov 17, 2018 #16
    idriveaholden

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    do some push-ups, after awhile you shouldn't have a problem lol
     
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  9. Nov 17, 2018 #17
    JonJon78

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    Wish I had some better ideas for you but I dont. I weigh #180 and put all my muscle and weight into it when tightening straps down on most things I haul. Your a lot smaller so I could see you having some issues.

    I'm sure someone will come along soon with a tip that will actually help you.

    Good luck.
     
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  10. Nov 17, 2018 #18
    Shaggy

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    See if the strap is straight, if not, hit the winch until it is, try loosening. that stupid millimeter makes a big difference. Also wetting the straps makem stretch helps. not advisable if you pay for straps.
     
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  11. Nov 17, 2018 #19
    crackerjack123

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    Thank you for the suggestion. I'll see if this works!
     
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  12. Nov 17, 2018 #20
    crackerjack123

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    Thanks. When I secure my own loads I get the straps plenty tight and the load stays in place for the duration of the haul and I can loosen them when it's time to unload. I just have to be ready for those crazy tight straps. I worked with a dude that weighed 220 lbs last week with 5 years flatbedding experience. We ran across a strap that even he struggled to loosen and he never struggles. I'm sure I'll figure it out.
     
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