How to Remove a Knot From any Snatch or Tow Strap and Rope
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Published 2023-12-28
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All Comments (21)
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I was a truck driver and if you use soapy water it lubricates the strap without harming it. In the military we had to do this all the time and tried to educate the new troops not to pull on knotted straps. Thanks.
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I have gotten these knots as a thank you for loaning someone my straps. I have learned that if you want a new strap back just hand it back to the borrower and tell them to bring it back the way it was loaned. LOL
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Hello Milo, thanks for the encouraging walk by!
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There's a sailing tool called a marlinspike but you can use anything pointed like a large nail or Phillips screwdriver. It should have a rounded tip so be careful if you don't file it a bit. Gently working it into the knot along the strap forces it open. Poke one side then the other. The marlinspike is tapered but you can use bigger tools as you create space. You're basically prying it open from the inside of the knot.
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Video liked on the basis of Milo alone. Spud wrench with the end for aligning holes makes a world of difference getting into the wraps and relieving tension in the knot.
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That's one cool cat, Milo! Not afraid of the banging and a-pounding.
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Dead blow hammers are a necessity in numerous situations. I gained enormous respect for their ability to firmly seat items being milled held firmly in an Angle-lock vice. The no bounce back feature is great when close tolerances are required.
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I had that happen once, but i wasn't doing a snatch, just a gradual pull. Didn't need to to extraordinay means to get the knot out. Glad to see your post. Now I know all is not lost if I ever get one of those seemingly impossible knots.
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I have used a couple pair of large needle nose pliers to work strap knots loose. Thanks for sharing. Lots of good tips in the comments too. Milo definitely isn’t a scaredy cat.
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Bravo!!! Yes, after watching you emerge triumphant over that knot, I would agree that you are probably one of the most tenacious rascals I've seen in years. I to, however, think a hardwood (or bronze) fid would help a lot, too, in loosening a knot that tight. Congratulations! Well done! (I'll be sending you a barrel of knotted ropes that have befuddled me for years.)
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As a ropeworker, we use fids, steel spikes with either a blunt nose or a sharp one - the blunt usually, as it wont cause damage. That strop's folded in half, offering a channel which can be forced open. You're also losing a lot of energy to friction between the flat surfaces.
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Nice job. At about 5 minutes I was frustrated enough for you to want to kick in $5 to the pot for a new strap. Glad you got it fixed!
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Nice work. I think you showed your persistence to get it out was the best part.
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I worked construction for 40 years and never saw that done, thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍👍.
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I have a marlin spike on a knife I had on my old sailboat. Works much easier if you just soak the knot in clothing softener and water for a bit before you slide the spike inside the knot. Also doesn't damage the knot/rope/strap as much
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I have a knotted strap just like that. It's probably been knotted for close to 30yrs. You're video gave me hope. Thanks
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Love this. I've got a 30' towstrap still attached to our daughter's tow bolt from the front of her Kia from about 3 yrs. ago that I couldn't undo. Going to try this in the next couple days and try and give her the big eye bolt back. Tried everything else, might as well give this a whirl. Thanks for the post! I also just subscribed.
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Very useful! I don't need a rope untied right now, but when i do i'll know how. Thanks Man!
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I came up opening knots like this by myself. Great to see its more common practice. Not sure does it help but I used hot water and regular metal hammer. Hate to have knots in tow straps but this trick changed it.
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You just gotta believe! Good job you are more patient than many.
