Pulling out Fence Post

adrianp89 · Jul 28, 2017

Hey guys, I have a metal fence post that is cementer into the ground that I need to remove... can I use the truck's tow hooks to yank it out (with straps of course) ? Or should I play it safe and just dig it out.... trying to save myself from doing extra in this FL sun.

Kenneth1977 · Jul 28, 2017

Just give it all the skinny pedal
More than likely it will just snap off at the bottom

Phylodog · Jul 28, 2017

I'd buy a Hi-Lift jack and go that route long before taking a chance of the post (or part of it) flying into my truck. If the cement isn't right at the surface and you don't need to put something in its place I'd dig below grade, cut the post off and leave the cement there.

NewBlackDak · Jul 28, 2017

I've pulled plenty of posts and stumps, but I normally use a hitch d-ring:shackle. No idea what the tow hooks are rated for.

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WilliamS · Jul 28, 2017

The tow hooks will pull it, the problem is where does the pole go when it breaks free?

DannyMK2 · Jul 28, 2017

its easier to dig it out by hand. chances are using the truck is just going to bend the pole, rather then take it out all the way. once you dig around, give the pole a few wacks with a sledge hammer. it usually breaks the concrete free around the pole and you can wiggle it out.

Farmer Fran · Jul 28, 2017

I dig then pull the weight up with the truck.

Wise · Jul 28, 2017

I've used and old wheel to pull them worked out great especially if they are cemented in

Wise · Jul 28, 2017

A general idea I've just wrapped the chain at the bottom, never had a problem with it slidding up. It'll pull the post up instead of from the side just put a rock in front of it.

Devin1349 · Jul 28, 2017

how deep is the cement???

adrianp89 · Jul 28, 2017

No idea on depth - I assumed put the truck in 4Hi and pull slowly so it doesn't fly at me lol.

Ratket · Jul 28, 2017

Use 4low and let it walk- slow is the key- if u have to jerk it dont- That's when u get into " flying debris" territory

UnsatFC · Jul 28, 2017

I agree, 4low and walk....unless you want a new tailgate or rear window....I have seen neighbors do exactly that.

Ratket said:
Use 4low and let it walk- slow is the key- if u have to jerk it dont- That's when u get into " flying debris" territory

Skubasteve! · Jul 28, 2017

Wise said:
A general idea I've just wrapped the chain at the bottom, never had a problem with it slidding up. It'll pull the post up instead of from the side just put a rock in front of it.

Fantastic idea.

14hemiexpress · Jul 28, 2017

4lo and rock it nice and slow. Personally I used engine hoist to pull my old fence post but if you can get the truck in there you may as well try if you don't have a high lift or engine hoist. Just but smart use a strap or if you have chain put heavy blanket on it so it it snaps it doesn't go flying. Don't use a hitch ball. Feed a strap into the receiver and slide the hitch pin in there to hold it, much safer. Personally I wouldn't use the tow hooks only because that means your trying to pull it in reverse and I have herd stories of that not being good on your truck something to with being bad on your reverse gear, I'm not sure how much of them are true. Just my .02

Ratket · Jul 29, 2017

^^^ It's not the gear it's the "Half shafts/Axels"

You're truck will pull it right out- no way a "Fence post" Sheers one of those front tow hooks. Remember just 4 low and slow-

Let us know how she goes

GsRAM · Jul 29, 2017

Personally, id not use a front tow hook. I'd use a strap on the rear hitch and pull with that. The receiver is made for pulling.

Those front tow hooks can pull, but your asking a lot of them and i could see them bending or tearing the frame if you put enough stress on them. Just my .02 good luck

adrianp89 · Jul 29, 2017

Thanks for the advice guys, I will let you know what I end up doing and how it works! Probably won't be for another week or so.... waiting for my chainsaw to come in... have to cut down a few things first.

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