How to Pull Up a T Post
Tie your rope several times around the end of the plank., Tie the other end of the rope several times around the base of the T post, as close to the ground as possible., Set up your fulcrum about 6 inches (15.2 cm) from the base of the T post, and...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Tie your rope several times around the end of the plank.
Make sure there is enough rope between the post and the plank to put the plank on top of the fulcrum. , It works best if the plank is resting horizontally on top of the fulcrum, rather than vertically, but the length of your rope may require you to do it vertically. , Be very careful while doing this; if one thing slips, you could injure yourself.
Watch the fulcrum to make sure that it does not start to lean. , This can also be dangerous; T posts are kind of heavy, and they have some sharp edges.
Be careful, and be sure to pull straight up.
If it doesn't want to move, wiggle it a little, then try again. -
Step 2: Tie the other end of the rope several times around the base of the T post
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Step 3: as close to the ground as possible.
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Step 4: Set up your fulcrum about 6 inches (15.2 cm) from the base of the T post
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Step 5: and put the plank on top of it.
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Step 6: Push down on the far end of the plank.
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Step 7: Raise the height of the fulcrum once the end of the plank touches the ground
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Step 8: and then try again.d then you can probably just pull it up with your hands.
Detailed Guide
Make sure there is enough rope between the post and the plank to put the plank on top of the fulcrum. , It works best if the plank is resting horizontally on top of the fulcrum, rather than vertically, but the length of your rope may require you to do it vertically. , Be very careful while doing this; if one thing slips, you could injure yourself.
Watch the fulcrum to make sure that it does not start to lean. , This can also be dangerous; T posts are kind of heavy, and they have some sharp edges.
Be careful, and be sure to pull straight up.
If it doesn't want to move, wiggle it a little, then try again.
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