Lower a Stuck Jack Without the Handle (Oops!)

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  • Опубліковано 26 бер 2022
  • Did you just pull the handle out of your jack without the safety screw properly install? It happens to the best of us, and luckily there is an easy solution! Simply remove the metal cover and turn the release valve with a pair of pliers. Just be careful and don't drop the truck on yourself or anyone else!
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  • @carsgates3
    @carsgates3 18 днів тому +1

    Wes you are my hero. My vans tire popped and I spent 30 minutes trying different things to get my jack out before I found this video. Saved my sanity, my job, and maybe my life the way I was going.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  14 днів тому

      That's awesome! I'm glad the video helped you out. Who knew I was out here saving lives? lol..

  • @shay4341
    @shay4341 2 роки тому +26

    This is why I love the (GOOD part) of the internet. This video helped me out. Perfect thank you!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the comment! I’m glad it helped you out

  • @shawnparadis726
    @shawnparadis726 Рік тому +12

    This exact thing just happened to me. My knee-jerk reaction was to run to my father's house to get his jack but a cooler head prevailed and a Google search brought me to this gem. The 3-ton Pittsburgh jack I have, also purchased from Harbor Freight, was nearly identical to your Daytona model. Thanks for the video!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому +1

      It’s happened to a lot of us! I’m glad that it helped out

    • @MrHarrissirraHrM
      @MrHarrissirraHrM Рік тому

      Lol, same! I have the 3 ton Pittsburgh and I didn't even think to lock it in.

  • @lilgoop
    @lilgoop 2 роки тому +3

    I got my shit stuck under the skirt of my work van to where I couldn't even put the handle back in in the first place. Ended up needing a second jack and doing what you did got it out. Ty

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      I’m glad it helped out. Yeah my handle came out also and then I couldn’t get it back into the jack due to the angle..

  • @michaelkelley8106
    @michaelkelley8106 Рік тому +2

    Just used your same technique to get my Jack to cooperate. Apparently was overextended, thanks man you're a lifesaver!

  • @Finface6717
    @Finface6717 Рік тому +11

    Saved my life today! I had my wife's car blocked in the garage and the rear end of my car lifted by the pumpkin... So glad I looked for a help video. I owe you!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому +1

      Hey, I’m glad it helped out!

    • @rondamyers694
      @rondamyers694 Місяць тому

      Saved me too today. I couldn't contact the 1st male I knew. Appreciate your video. Thanks

  • @Trenbow
    @Trenbow 2 роки тому +7

    i owe you my life…very frustrating situation when you’re stranded, changing a tire and the handle falls out.. i was honestly contemplating driving off the jack and dealing with the damages later …i love you. Thank you

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      Hey thanks! I’m super glad that this video helped you out.. I was in the same circumstance and couldn’t find anything out there. Had to get creative lol.. take care

  • @lifeofjay26
    @lifeofjay26 Рік тому +3

    I just want to say thankyou for uploading this video 😅 my slow self took out the handle without even thinking that it would lock 🤣 your a life saver I was just going to give up

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Hey your welcome! I almost went out and bought another dang jack to get it unstuck before I thought of this. (I would have had to wait until the wife got home to drive me though!) lol

  • @waltsmith1305
    @waltsmith1305 10 днів тому

    Yup, me too. Thanks. I took my handle out on purpose to break my crank pulley bolt. It worked great, went back to jack to find the handle part all the way up. DOH! Thanks again!

  • @1247Chad
    @1247Chad Рік тому +2

    This was exactly what I needed I was so desperate and this was perfect thank you. A little side note. If it's a knuckle connection under the plate with a small gap the screwdriver used to remove the screws fits in nicely to make a solid hold and turn on the part to lower the jack.

  • @kashitojones3459
    @kashitojones3459 6 місяців тому +2

    Thankyou so much!!!!!!! Literally had this just happen and I’m in Wisconsin!!! Thankfully no snow but was completely lost you are a lifesaver 🙏🏾

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  6 місяців тому

      Hey you’re welcome! I’m glad it worked out for ya

  • @I.Club.Baby.Seals.9
    @I.Club.Baby.Seals.9 28 днів тому +1

    Thank you so much for the video bro! I had the exact same thing just happen to me and like you I could let find anything online except your video. Thank you you saved me so much time and so many mosquito bites.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  14 днів тому

      Haha! Your welcome, I'm glad the video kept you from getting eaten up my mosquitos!

  • @Janky07
    @Janky07 2 роки тому +2

    Came in clutch! Thought i was stuck but saw your video! Like other comments mentioned I did put the stands as close to the frame before lowering just as a safety precaution

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому

      Yeah that’s what I should have done. But just made the video real quick without thinking as I was in a jam! Glad it worked out though

  • @arai_sam
    @arai_sam 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much. Simple really but was stressed out about being stranded with a jack stuck and couldn't think. You've saved me lots of worry

  • @jaimeggarzon
    @jaimeggarzon 11 місяців тому +1

    Bruh, first time working on my truck, want to start learning and this happens…. I got so scared but this video gave me the confidence to get back at it! I don’t usually subscribe but you sir deserve that and more. Thank you !!!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  9 місяців тому +1

      Hey thanks for the comment. Stuff like that can happen to anybody. I'm glad the video was able to help you out though! You got this!

  • @rexixtencia1
    @rexixtencia1 Рік тому +1

    I took out the handle because I had my 4 year old boy playing around and didn’t want him to smash his face with the handle, when I say the thing go up I knew I was in trouble, until I found your video, life saver! Thank you!

  • @NathanDrennan
    @NathanDrennan Рік тому +5

    You sir, are a rock star. Simple fix and back to work. Cant give you more than 1 like, so I guess I have to subscribe!

  • @khv408
    @khv408 Рік тому +1

    Thank you! You saved the stress and time. I had the jack stuck and I couldn't get the bar underneath the car to lower it

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Lol your welcome. I’m glad it helped out!

  • @user-jq6it1qe1j
    @user-jq6it1qe1j 7 місяців тому +1

    Your RAD! You really helped me out. I appreciate you the mostest for taking the time out of your day to help others, especially me Boss!

  • @dawson46
    @dawson46 Рік тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH! Side note: you may need to use vice clamps because I used regular pliers and they kept slipping. This trick worked perfectly though!!

  • @jimperez8422
    @jimperez8422 Рік тому +2

    Bro, this exact situation happened to me this morning, I found your video. Badass, thank you for the video.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Hey, your welcome! I'm glad it helped out..

  • @sedric405
    @sedric405 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the help bud. I was one step away from calling my buddy to make his ass bring his jack over lol.

  • @timmyh13
    @timmyh13 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for your post. I didn't know what to do, until I saw this!!!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Your welcome. I’m glad the video has been helping out!

  • @alyssagarbarino-uh9ok
    @alyssagarbarino-uh9ok 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you !! The same thing happened to me with a Pittsburgh 3 ton Jack on a Toyota Sequoia.

  • @kaonashi9200
    @kaonashi9200 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks man, Trying ti service the transmission on my 335i and just got in this situation. Really saved my butt

  • @jacktripper-sy4wc
    @jacktripper-sy4wc 10 місяців тому +1

    Niiiice!! I was scratching my head a little when my handle came off. Thanks for saving the day. God bless.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  10 місяців тому

      Lol your welcome. I’m glad the video helped!

  • @pro6.4hemi28
    @pro6.4hemi28 Рік тому +1

    Much appreciated with your thoughts of posting this video! It definitely helped me out of a jam having my wife’s car stuck on the jack lol 5 stars buddy 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Yeah I’m glad that I filmed it once it happened. It seems to have helped out a lot of us!

  • @MissionFailed2
    @MissionFailed2 Місяць тому

    Thanks, man! I was getting desperate. Popped the plate off and was able to spin the thing by sticking a screwdriver into the elbow joint.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  14 днів тому

      I'm glad it helped you get out of a jam!

  • @037342
    @037342 2 роки тому +2

    Absolute life saver! Thankyou for this, worked a treat

  • @nicrodgers8993
    @nicrodgers8993 Рік тому +1

    Literally saved my night man. Thank you ✊🏼

  • @shortymc3320
    @shortymc3320 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks you the best same thing happened to me last night tried everything. Should’ve looked you up first 😂😂

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      Hey it happens! I’m glad this helped

  • @greddytalon
    @greddytalon 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you brother. Super newb move I made by taking the handle out

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +2

      Same. That’s why I had to make the video! Lol

  • @Freewill33
    @Freewill33 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks me n my father were in this predicament and your vid is still a time saver lol

  • @mikemedina7701
    @mikemedina7701 Рік тому +1

    Well if it hasn’t been said enough thank you you’re a life saver!

  • @buttwaggen4201
    @buttwaggen4201 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the practical vid with no cruddy tunes!!

  • @TheArtie16
    @TheArtie16 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Bro! You just saved me and my brother a big headache

  • @boostmoose
    @boostmoose 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you dude!! Would have been screwed without this!

  • @zacharydavis4341
    @zacharydavis4341 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks dude so much I did the same thing yesterday. I pulled my handle out didn't want know one tripping over it 😄🤦🏽 ended up getting stuck.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      Hey it happens.. glad this video helped out!

  • @philippreuss2284
    @philippreuss2284 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the video, saved me quite a bit of aggravation.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Hey your welcome! I'm glad it helped you out.

  • @deroncobb9862
    @deroncobb9862 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for the video, helped with exactly what I needed, blessings.

  • @garycolwell7076
    @garycolwell7076 Рік тому +1

    This video just saved my day!!! Thank You 😊

  • @omairchaudry4197
    @omairchaudry4197 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for this vid!!! Helped so much!

  • @csl9495
    @csl9495 11 місяців тому

    I have the daytona from HB too. The issue with mines is the handle doesn't rotate the hex thing inside anymore to lower the stand. So i can raise it but I have to manually release it from the same point you did (but I use a screw driver).
    I'll tell you, it is definitely not ideal! I'm going to try and fix this first, before I invest in a new one.

  • @kevingirardi976
    @kevingirardi976 2 місяці тому +1

    Great tip! Thanks for the video

  • @1ofthe8s62
    @1ofthe8s62 Рік тому +2

    You Saved me bro. Thank you!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому +1

      No problem, I’m glad it worked out for you!

  • @theonlyzeek
    @theonlyzeek 17 днів тому

    Thank you! This happened to me just now and this is something I'll always use when this happens to me

  • @Jaymueller22
    @Jaymueller22 Рік тому +1

    Thank you this just helped me a lot!

  • @davek39
    @davek39 2 роки тому +1

    FINALLY!!!!! THANK YOU VERY MUCH! I KNOW EVERYTHING SO I NEVER SECURED THE HANDLE

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      Lol same! Who reads the instructions right? I’m glad it helped you out

  • @Memo2SS
    @Memo2SS 9 місяців тому +1

    Just when I thought this would save me I can’t even turn that piece of metal! Cars been stuck overnight now 😢

  • @dcoy8666
    @dcoy8666 Рік тому +1

    Huge help, thanks man!

  • @JLO72713
    @JLO72713 Місяць тому +1

    Smooth move.. that happened to me today, still up in the air right now .. trying this in the morning

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Місяць тому

      Hopefully you were able to get out of your jam!

  • @Ninja_Brett
    @Ninja_Brett Рік тому +1

    this saved my life! Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @angelcumplido3785
    @angelcumplido3785 4 місяці тому

    Man for real thank u brother ur a real hero, God bless u broooo

  • @JoseOchoa-wp8yr
    @JoseOchoa-wp8yr Рік тому +1

    Same thing happened… ur a life saver

  • @brandoncozad7960
    @brandoncozad7960 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video...was very helpful!

  • @irvingramirez1071
    @irvingramirez1071 Рік тому +1

    Dang that was so funny at the beginning 😂 thanks

  • @xm4grimmx275
    @xm4grimmx275 Рік тому +1

    Great video man!

  • @rickythompson3536
    @rickythompson3536 4 дні тому

    Thank you for the video, it was a lot of help to me.

  • @TheAtlantaparker
    @TheAtlantaparker Рік тому

    Thank you so much!

  • @mathieupetit8383
    @mathieupetit8383 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video! Got my avalanche back on the ground!

  • @Kt-mq6ls
    @Kt-mq6ls 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much 🙏🏽

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +1

      Lol your welcome. I knew if this video helped just 1 person it would be worth it!

  • @kmcdon20
    @kmcdon20 6 місяців тому +1

    You got me there quicker than i needed to be and for that, i thank you😅😅😅😅

  • @funkNretro
    @funkNretro 24 дні тому

    Thanks for the video, I definitely needed it.🍻

  • @davidhayden6831
    @davidhayden6831 Рік тому +1

    Happened to me today. Thanks man.🤘

  • @williambaslee9446
    @williambaslee9446 2 місяці тому +1

    Saved my ass today dude!! Thank you!!

  • @farbodtaheri5748
    @farbodtaheri5748 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, thank you for sharing! I made the same mistake!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому

      Hey it happens! That’s why I HAD to make this video, lol..

  • @travorparks1285
    @travorparks1285 Рік тому +1

    It's gonna help me now...thanks for the video

  • @seanhintz612
    @seanhintz612 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the video

  • @mcdavisslade9897
    @mcdavisslade9897 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks Bud!

  • @tirolekubu8578
    @tirolekubu8578 6 місяців тому +1

    Really helped. Thank you

  • @rodneybaker5562
    @rodneybaker5562 Рік тому +1

    really appreciate your video!!!!!!!!

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Hey thanks for the comment! Glad it helped

  • @limitlessdanielson5162
    @limitlessdanielson5162 4 місяці тому

    Thank you 🙏🏾.

  • @aky280
    @aky280 5 місяців тому

    I wish I could give you more than one thumbs up! I only use my jack once.

  • @JWSmythe
    @JWSmythe 2 роки тому +4

    Taking the jack apart, with a truck on it, without jack stands. That was a horrible idea. Some jacks fall really quick with a little turn.
    You should have put your jack stands under the truck, as high up to the frame or front suspension as possible. The truck would have lowered a couple inches and stopped. Then you can reset the jack, and finish lowering it.
    Sometimes I take the handle off, if it's a trip hazard. I've always been able to just stick a long screwdriver or breaker bar in it. Put your weight into it, from the end of the breaker bar. Once the handle hole is horizontal, wedge a screwdriver into the assembly while you put the handle back in. If I ever got really stuck, there's always the option of lifting it a little with another jack, but I have never needed to do that.

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому +2

      Agreed, hindsight ya know? I was in a jam and just went for it. Jack stands are 100% the way to go

  • @lkillamike
    @lkillamike Рік тому +2

    Felt like such a dumbass leaving my 3 ton with my truck on the side of the road…. Took the handle out to make sure no one stole it. Not realizing this shit happens….. thank god for youtube.

  • @gerardorodriguez8137
    @gerardorodriguez8137 Рік тому +1

    Thanks bro you saved my life

  • @dizzyaznboy
    @dizzyaznboy Місяць тому +1

    Wooo saved me! now i can go have lunch my mom. Thanks a bunch ya genius

  • @Justin1020304
    @Justin1020304 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. Wish I came upon sooner, saved me lol , had to use vice grips though 😅😅

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  2 роки тому

      Hey whatever works! I’m glad the video helped out

  • @davidstuff5798
    @davidstuff5798 3 місяці тому

    Thank you..was beating my head as I did the exact same thing 😂

  • @glmbz1499
    @glmbz1499 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks brother this saved me

  • @andremackey370
    @andremackey370 Рік тому +2

    Thank youvery much for your video...it worked...

  • @elbotas6097
    @elbotas6097 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @jeffblevins2308
    @jeffblevins2308 Рік тому

    THANK YOU.

  • @brandonpolo604
    @brandonpolo604 10 місяців тому +1

    MAAAN!! Thank youuuuu!!! F****** 3 AM and you save my life🙌🏽

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  10 місяців тому +1

      Lol, your welcome. It seems to be a common issue. I’m glad it helped out

  • @adow270able
    @adow270able Рік тому +1

    Not all heros wear capes . Thank you sir

  • @edgara6333
    @edgara6333 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the video you saved me

  • @ihatefsi
    @ihatefsi Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much dude

  • @EuroSuperstar83
    @EuroSuperstar83 8 місяців тому +1

    Life saver, thank you

  • @MilestonePeak
    @MilestonePeak Рік тому +1

    Thank you

  • @Technicaldiffikulties
    @Technicaldiffikulties Рік тому +1

    Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks for sharing.

  • @steventhorpe1511
    @steventhorpe1511 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful video brother I did the exact bonehead attempted the same message to lower it. Thanks for the tip it worked out perfectly. I guess Creatures of habit

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Hey thanks! It’s happened to a lot of us it seems!

  • @chevy1279
    @chevy1279 Рік тому +1

    Thanks bud really saved my butt.👍

  • @jamesbrowne9033
    @jamesbrowne9033 Рік тому +1

    Thank you!!!!

  • @dylanaylmer9732
    @dylanaylmer9732 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks mate

  • @qawsedrf1111
    @qawsedrf1111 Рік тому +2

    Happened to me. I just use leverage from a pry bar or breaker bar to bring down and reattach the handle. No need to unscrew the lid

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому +1

      That was my plan, except the bumper was in the way of being able to fit a pry bar or even a smaller jack handle into it..

  • @maxpayne4740
    @maxpayne4740 5 місяців тому

    Awesome man!

  • @MrCartneydubose1
    @MrCartneydubose1 9 днів тому

    Thank you.

  • @donbabinski4800
    @donbabinski4800 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @melroze
    @melroze Рік тому

    Great video. But can we talk about that awesome grill.

  • @Espen1904
    @Espen1904 Рік тому +2

    Lifesaver 🤣 Except for some reason i couldnt twist and release, the handle just kept spinning for some reason

    • @WesleyAllenNC
      @WesleyAllenNC  Рік тому

      Interesting. Hopefully you were able to get it sorted out

    • @Espen1904
      @Espen1904 Рік тому

      @@WesleyAllenNC Yup, i just had to manually spin the release like you did in the video