How to Use a Come Along

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6 жыл бұрын

A Come Along is a great tool for smashing fingers... it can also pull things. The uses are endless, and having out can bail you out of some tricky situations... If you like this video, watch my video on ratchet straps! • How To Use A Ratchet S...
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@reubenjensen2433 6 жыл бұрын

It's called a "Come along," which is short for "I already asked nicely, now you're gonna come along whether you like it or not."

@doinjusfine1 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly !!

@nathanwood1027 5 жыл бұрын

Hilarious

@rinnhart 3 жыл бұрын

"And I don't have a chain winch/hoist." (I don't know when or why this became a distinction, but linear chain pulls are winches, vertical mounts are hoists, and they're just come alongs with more steps.)

@BachelorCigarTalks Жыл бұрын

Sounds like rape 😂

@Useruserusername790 Ай бұрын

@@doinjusfine1 I very always wondered why it's called that.

@steveredenbaugh9058 6 жыл бұрын

My father was a Pipe fitter/ Welder/ Fabricator. we had many of these and he made one I`d say..5 times heavier maybe more I remember it used recovery cable from an old Tow truck. he made the frame sprockets everything. We called it the Cometh Here.

@dandutcher5380 6 жыл бұрын

Steve Redenbaugh I

@rachelraccoon5565 5 жыл бұрын

LOL

@mikehikes710 4 жыл бұрын

Now that's a tool u could probably pull a dump truck out a mud hole with!

@electropentatonic 4 жыл бұрын

That's badass

@uuuultra 8 ай бұрын

Cool story bro

@MatthewODonohoe-of8qk 6 ай бұрын

Very helpful. This country needs more people like you. Skilled people.

@carsonwaterhouse5182 4 жыл бұрын

You sir remind me of when I was young being taught by my father r.i.p. thats the biggest compliment I can give . thanks for your time and video.

@Trebelhornc 5 жыл бұрын

"Give me a lever long enough, and a fulcrum in which to place it, and I shall move the world." - Archimedes Holds true to our demonstration here. Very nice.

@Vikas-fv8rv 3 жыл бұрын

This whole channel is gold!

@patcotsman866 3 жыл бұрын

This is about as good as a demo video can get. Hollywood couldn't have done it better.

@Bear-Ur2ez 6 жыл бұрын

I think it's so important to show and explain to especially the young people who watch this. Not only how tools can work for you. But the dangers associated with them. Forms of winches and come-alongs have been used for centuries as far back as the pyramids . Work hard , work smart and always engage your brain , starting it . Before starting any project .

@29ginad 6 жыл бұрын

@peteryeung111 6 жыл бұрын

Scott, These are the kind of educational videos that everyone needs to see. I remember your video that caught my attention was the 2x4 Jack, it was something new to me. And boy, am I glad to have found you. Cheers.

@DisLeigh1031 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. My father never took the time to show me how to use certain things, one being a come-along, because I’m a female and those are man things to know! My grandfather loved showing me how to use all different types of tools and gadgets he had, but the opportunity to use a come along never presented itself while he was alive. He and I were extremely close, and it was my wife and I who took care of him the last two months he of his life. He passed 4 and a half months ago. Sorry about getting so personal, but I want you to know just how much your simple video helped me today. As silly as it may sound, your video made me feel like I made my grandpa proud today.

@jillyoung4479 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't have a dad so I really understand. I had a career as a structural aircraft mechanic. And learned something everyday. Women are good at whatever they have a passion for and thankfully things are changing enough finally that opportunities are available for woman. But we will probably be playing catch up for generations.

@ruidadgmailcanada8508 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story, and yes your grandpa is beaming with pride. 😊

@DisLeigh1031 8 ай бұрын

@@ruidadgmailcanada8508 you don’t understand how much I needed to hear this today. Thank you!!

@ruidadgmailcanada8508 8 ай бұрын

@@jillyoung4479Scott is everyone’s internet-dad. 😊 He is patient, thorough and the wisdom that comes from real-world experience. Good on you for being eager and willing to learn. Anyone can do anything with perseverance and a great teacher.

@FinishedProject 6 жыл бұрын

Good video! Also never a bad idea to throw something over the cable in case it breaks.... floor mat, jacket, blanket, etc. This will slow down the chain or cable to reduce possible injury. Stay safe!

@troypaul2367 6 жыл бұрын

That is an awesome idea!!!

@thebradoctor 5 жыл бұрын

I will remember that the next time I brave using this tool! Thanks!

@6robertdavey 4 жыл бұрын

Look on eBay, for a winch (line) blanket.

@BrewMonkey1 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@labradfordjohnson6696 3 жыл бұрын

Robert Davey I

@scruffy6151 6 жыл бұрын

You are so right about a come-a-long they make things move but, they can bite you so fast you are bleeding before you know it lol. Good advice Scott.

@NoCoolNamesRemain 6 жыл бұрын

Scruffy 61 Similarly a jack-all--very useful but demands a healthy fear in order to operate "safely".

@shonaoneill5151 6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Baer did they use a similar system in raising old ship sails? I remember seeing something like this on a big old ship. Except it was ropes and the pulleys were made from different materials.

@scruffy6151 6 жыл бұрын

Shona O'Neill they used what is called block&tackle back then the same principal the block is made of wood with metal hardware. Google block and tackle that will give you a better idea of how they work.

@Mrcaffinebean 6 жыл бұрын

Haha you had my laughing in the first 5 second “I don’t exactly know all the terms so I’m going to make some of this up.” For the record I did find it useful and I appreciate the honesty.

@millomweb 4 жыл бұрын

Surely 'come along' is a made up name ? It's one more name for contraptions that do this kind of thing. 'Sylvester and chain' being one, "Tirfor" being another.

@colonynaut1627 2 жыл бұрын

ES has what they call epistemological honesty - a great characteristic.

@TheAnit500 2 жыл бұрын

@@millomweb anybody who works in industry/construction/trades knows there's like 100 made up names you need to learn. all names at the end of the day were made up by somebody, If it's what the people that use it refer to it as I think that's good enough for me.

@millomweb 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAnit500 "design names are from manufacturers. 'Made up' names are not.

@renderuthis 2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering can to tell me the made up stuff and what is not?

@TomWylie 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scott! Very clear explanation. I had forgotten about the ability to release tension one notch at a time by simply reversing the spring and running that pawl up against the other pawl. Very handy when you don't have two hands free to do it the other way.

@hungrycolby 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! Love them! Thanks for continuing to get us these even though you're busy with your house build!

@construction-productscemen4935 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for your sharing.

@whirving 3 жыл бұрын

Sure enough, after using these for years, I learned something new!

@snowfarms6278 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the time your spending teaching what you know. I've watched about an hour or your videos this far. I've learned more skills applicable to the real world than my first year of college already.

@ClintGrantham 6 жыл бұрын

Ha! Right on time. I had to explain why I had my son using a come along to my wife just last night. She felt it was too dangerous for him to be using at his age. I had to explain, once again, that I'm growing a man. And boys do not become men just by getting older.

@jimmymahone5420 5 жыл бұрын

"Growing a man." An old-fashioned way to look at it, which we need a lot more of in this 21st Century. Hope your son appreciates fully!

@devandestudios128 4 жыл бұрын

Nor do girls become women just by ageing.

@TheeCapN 4 жыл бұрын

Can your u be my father

@1957ChevyAndy 4 жыл бұрын

Good work sir. Carry on.

@barlow2976 4 жыл бұрын

And boys do not become men by receiving a catastrophic head injury which leaves them with a mental age of four. I do agree though that kids should be taught how to use tools safely, and not to be afraid of them. Perhaps a child may not have the strength required for safe use, but if they've been taught to keep fingers and head away from danger then why not?

@MrEngine202 6 жыл бұрын

Great video as always. I’ve been involved with technical rescue for about 15 years out of my 20 fire service career. Mechanical advantage is hard to teach sometimes. The easiest way I can tell someone is that if the pully is moving towards the anchor, like your video, you have mechanical advantage. If it’s not moving, all you have is a change of direction. Keep up the good work!

@joopterwijn 6 жыл бұрын

I always sling a spare nylon sling on both ends of the pully system. If something fails (what you absolutely do not want) the wraps around the cables will take some speed out of the swinging cable. It mite just be the bit you need to react!

@dennismills4862 6 жыл бұрын

Been using come alongs for more than half a century. Your advice about how dangerous it is to use any such tool that multiplies your mechanical advantage is well worth following. Thank you for producing this video, and I look forward to viewing any future videos you make regarding how to work safely with large loads.

@jillyoung4479 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so grateful to you for this video. For those of us that grew up with no one to expose us to tools or teach us how to use them videos like this are so helpful.

@garypotter5569 5 ай бұрын

Amen amen. This particular tool teaches physics most importantly, unlike most.

@outlandishprofessor 6 жыл бұрын

Mechanical advantage is a beautiful thing. Thanks for this video!

@jrys68 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel.24yrs Union Ironworker in Los Angeles.Use come alongs and chain falls daily.Once jacked up a 5 story building using only an wedge and a 8lb beater(sledgehammer)😀💪🤝

@RogerPack Ай бұрын

you beat the wedge in?

@Shneablay 6 жыл бұрын

That’s killer. There are a lot of videos on how to use tools and how the tools work, but they often leave out how they might fail under certain circumstances. Definitely interested in the whole spectrum of how to properly use tools and the mechanical advantages they can provide, such your example, but also their limits and common improper uses that you might know of. Thanks! Good stuff here. 👍

@rayeddy528 6 жыл бұрын

Never to old to learn !!! Thank you all !!! Be safe and God bless you all !!!!! Eddy

@chrispower9852 2 жыл бұрын

This guy's a natural! Excellent, well-articulated demo.

@m2hmghb 6 жыл бұрын

While it didn't teach me anything I didn't know it was a damn good refresher. Thanks, I look forward to more videos on winches and pulleys - which I don't know a lot about. If possible could you do a video on rigging as well?

@albinlindmark1383 6 жыл бұрын

I'm just never disappointed by this channel, thanks for what you do Mr Craftsman. The world is running out of people like you!

@peterbrownrigg7021 6 жыл бұрын

Goes right along with your work hard/work smart video. My father used to say,"It is good to work hard, better to work smart, but to do both will get a lot of work done". Love your channel!

@joshuadickinson 6 жыл бұрын

I supervise a small shop in which I have inherited many tools (of which I am pretty clueless about) and responsibilities; your wisdom has given me many teaching methods, skills, and knowledge that I use everyday, and that I would not have without your videos. Thank You!

@paulmenard4114 3 жыл бұрын

Love the wisdom! With this type of equipment you usually don’t get to “try it again” if you have a catastrophic failure. I think each and every “DIYer” needs to heed your advice. Thank you sir!

@ahikernamedgq 4 жыл бұрын

I swear this is the best "how to" content on the internet. Thanks for the great, helpful and thoughtful videos, Essential Craftsman.

@markd9946 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Always a pleasure. I have no doubt that some of your videos will save a life or prevent an injury. That's something to be proud of.

@KordTaylor 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this. I always saw my grandpa using this device and I ended up with it. I found a good use in the back yard and was so happy to find your “course” on come along operation. 😀

@thegman0414 4 жыл бұрын

I love how clear and detailed you are in this video. Thank you for the quality clip!

@Flippinbiscuits 6 жыл бұрын

An excellent demonstration. I learned something and enjoyed it. Thank you for this!

@vawterb 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I've used a come along a couple of times and have wanted to know more about them and how I can use them more effectively. I'm looking forward to this as I do all your videos.

@erichaskell 6 жыл бұрын

I have had one of these for many, many years and you taught me two new things. Thank you.

@michaeldougfir9807 4 жыл бұрын

Very useful. Good to watch. Look forward very much to block and tackle, and related things. Thank you, Sir.

@cincinnatushadslaves2750 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much sir. I had both my tractor and my truck stuck in 2ft deep mud FOR DAYS, in a spot that a tow would not be able to get to, and no neighbours were willing to help pull them out. I honestly didn't have a lot of hope. I used 3 come along winches to get both vehicles out of the mud. It was a very slow process, first focusing on the tractor, and then the truck. Tractor was very easy, truck was a pain to get out. But these tools got them out. Have faith in the process, take it slowly and safely, and you will succeed. As a young man just starting out, I had never used these tools before, and this video really helped me understand the mechanics and to have belief in the power of the human mind. Thank you sir.

@daphlavor 6 жыл бұрын

Well said, information to those who don’t possess it is invaluable as it may prevent injury and or fatality in worse case scenarios, as with any job you must always THINK before you act, words to live by. Thanks Sam

@michaelsirianni7160 3 жыл бұрын

Been "watching" your videos while doing some wood burning and listening to it in the background. Perfect way to raise my tool and worksite knowledge while I start out in the industry. Thanks.

@John_Montgomery 6 жыл бұрын

As an electrician we have used that same come-a-long for many many jobs. a very simple tool , that hangs unused for months at a time, but is relied on for lifting or lowering equipment. Thanks. a pleasure to watch your videos

@bjwillis43 6 жыл бұрын

Simplicity is good. Thanks for sharing.

@kengamble8595 6 жыл бұрын

Had to have one in any truck I drove through the years, and put them to good use many times ! You just have to keep in mind the limitations of the devices and use accordingly ! Thanks for sharing and take care. 👍

@chrislong2311 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your help, I build manufactured mobile homes in Arizona. A come along is huge tool for me. Thank you for helping me pull more weight with less pull.

@mdevidograndpacificlumbera1539 6 жыл бұрын

Dude this is what I'm talking about! This is awesome!

@americanaxetoolco2076 6 жыл бұрын

Valuable information for some who don’t know how to use them! And there are many!

@LolitasGarden 6 жыл бұрын

Just sat through a 6 minute video detailing what I do every weekend. That's good presentation.

@tristanprice1830 6 жыл бұрын

Handy tool to have in the tool box of one's truck! Simple video with simple instructions and explanation. This channel produces only the best!

@millibarman 5 жыл бұрын

You’re a gifted communicator.

@mikecaffery8832 6 жыл бұрын

Many thanks Scott and Nate!

@thebradoctor 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I had an issue.... needed to use this thingamajig solo...... your video came to my rescue!

@gabrielkurio3714 3 жыл бұрын

I really thankful for your advice,you give us more advice and learning👍

@johnwest5135 6 жыл бұрын

Those soft bolts replacing the pins that come with this unit are force multipliers for an accident. Not to mention the safety latches being sprung out of the hooks. You explained it all very well. Don't forget the main statement in this video. "Never disengage the brain" We love what you do Scott , keep em coming

@andrewj549 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making these incredible and passionate videos. They have great thought and production and the knowledge and passion you have for the art of craftsmanship is truly inspiring!

@stevepacker1459 Жыл бұрын

I'm a long-time student, you are a great teacher thanks for sharing your knowledge and wisdom on many subjects.

@nicolasschiavoni4963 4 жыл бұрын

You are an open book...thanks for sharing your knowledge

@2listening1 10 сағат бұрын

“There’s a lot of ways to get hurt; there’s a lot of ways to do work.”

@Ostsol 4 жыл бұрын

When my dad bought some land for a cabin back around 1990, he wanted to do as much of the work himself as possible. He cleared the land himself, cutting down each tree and getting rid of the brush, but then we were left with a whole lot of stumps. I helped him, one Saturday, to try and get rid of them with a Come-Along and an axe. After a couple hours of winching, chopping roots, hitting rocks, and constantly readjusting, we managed to pull one stump. Definitely a great tool, but dad was thus convinced to hire someone with a backhoe to do the rest. 😁

@Inkling777 2 жыл бұрын

Times are changing. When I was a kid in the late 1950s, summer days often meant hearing a "wump" coming through the ground. Someone was removing stumps the easy way-with dynamite. We need to rid ourselves of the crazies who blow people up, so we can get back to doing that.

@JeffMTX 2 жыл бұрын

@@Inkling777 roger that

@Mitalayeka 4 жыл бұрын

I learn something new everyday, thank u EC.

@sdeland6618 6 жыл бұрын

Great video..... and timing!!! I just bought my first come along for an upcoming project....... so this video was perfect.

@HorribleHarry 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I was flipping the pawls one time by one for a half hour! Saved!

@alexalexiakolb7252 5 жыл бұрын

Great video good job. I like how you don't waste time showing us how to use the come along I was in a hurry and wasn't sure how to release the load with a lot of weight still on the cable. Your video was the first one I watched it was perfect. Thank you for your time and energy.

@Brad1237202 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the education on Come Alongs!

@Blakehx 6 жыл бұрын

Great video and info as always, thanks! Come-alongs are super useful although I always recommend replacing the cable with a stronger synthetic line!

@farmyourbackyard2023 2 ай бұрын

I'm a new widow. My husband handled a lot of the problems around our 27 acres. I currently have my little tractor stuck, and am looking for instructions on using a come along to help get unstuck. I appreciate your content.

@2listening1 Күн бұрын

Ohh , I wish you all good things and blessings ! 😿💛🕯🙏💛

@hectorglover6392 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I never knew about the double purchase! I get it now. And I understand the increased power you get with the double Purchase. Thanks again!

@Kevin32001 6 жыл бұрын

Liked! I did learn something. I hope to learn more about winches and pullys and stuff like that in the future. It's a subject I know next to nothing about.

@scruffy6151 6 жыл бұрын

Kevin32001 there is alot to learn but, like Scott said you can do many things with one. One word of advice buy a good one cry once buy cheap cry and cuss alot

@robbflynn4325 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a come along so this video v useful, thanks

@kerinelson8489 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thank you.

@eugenex.p.3430 6 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Thanks.

@opaka85 6 жыл бұрын

I didn’t know that the spring was reversible! Thanks for sharing your wisdom

@carlitosperesini 6 жыл бұрын

From Argentina! I really appreciate your videos they’re very helpfull!

@sefaucon3839 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Scott , after this video i went and practice with mine as a refresher Thanks Serge ( from Mtl )

@REDMAN298 3 жыл бұрын

Mechanical advantage is amazing. Good job.

@hoeckcarpentry5984 6 жыл бұрын

Rigging is becoming a lost art, more videos please

@jeannemyers489 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, well thought out informative video. Thank you so much!

@favoredone555 3 жыл бұрын

great demonstration.....helped me a lot.

@randyhearn5804 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect instruction! Thanx

@utulangi6078 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you again.

@christophervela5447 3 жыл бұрын

Killed it on the very useful information.....thank you

@hotshot619 6 жыл бұрын

I get home from a 5a-5p job site and love to see a new E.C. video up. I may already know some of the thing you discuss or not but its always enjoyable and often times educational in some tip or trick I can pull out of my back pocket at work.

@mrfrog3350 6 жыл бұрын

Been using these for years. Very handy to keep in my trucks toolbox. I would also be interested in a video on rigging. Thanks for posting.

@JerkRice 6 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks for sharing.

@Christian-Rankin 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'd like to start thinking more in engineering terms, like you explained it. Breaking down exactly what's happening.

@Zburns15 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent as always.

@1hillbilly 6 жыл бұрын

I've been using come alongs for decades but still fine it interesting to hear you talk about them.

@edwardbadlands8621 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I always learn something.

@tisaac2142 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you.

@richardmoreno1338 2 ай бұрын

That was a great how to video.Thank you for your time.

@leemarchant7191 6 жыл бұрын

We had three Yale chain block and tackles on our ranch that my grandpa had rebuilt when he was a machinist. The first time I had to use a come a long I was scratching my head as to why someone would buy one. They are a lot cheaper though. Great videos. Love it when I see essential craftsman pop up on my subscriptions.

@climbthatmountain 6 жыл бұрын

Was excited to see this video, and to hear that more are on the way! When I got into softscaping, (the minute I got anything heavier to move than a wheelbarrow) I knew that I'd be investing in a come along...because things will get binded in the strangest places, at the most inopportune times. :-)

@thatelectritian 7 ай бұрын

thank you so much, i want to go off-roading in the winter and i learned a lot and you have helped me save thousands by just checking out this winch instead of going electric and having to fully modify my vehicle.

@ronfox5519 5 ай бұрын

Check out the Wyeth Scott power puller. Seems to be a better fit for offroaders.