I always keep my pointer finger under the tape measure as it slides back into the housing......that way it stops on the cushion of my finger....then I let it in the remaining 3/4" .....reducing the stress put on the end hook of the tape......helps to get more life out of a helpful tool.
I haven't tried this myself so I can't confirm it would work, but it seems like you could use the method used to tension up a window shade, which would be much easier. Essentially you would extend the tape out, open up the case and then manually put a few wraps around the drum, rather than winding it, which essentially would offset the end point by the amount of the additional wraps. Hope this makes sense and someone can try it!
I don't get why 13 people (and counting) would vote down a video showing how to fix a tape measure, what more did they want? If it's because it's Festool and they're haters, I've got news for you it's made by BMI, an excellent German company that makes all sorts of measuring devices, and the only brand I buy. I've got this version from Festool as it was cheaper then BMI were selling it at the time.
Festool did not design or manufacture this tape. It is made by BMI with Festool's name on it. My understanding is that it was meant as a brand promotional item but was so popular that Festool added it to their line.
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You are awesome!! Really enjoyed listening and watching your video! Thanks for posting.
Thank you so much. Just about to bin my tape before I saw your video. Now back in action!
Very Nice, finishing in working, Good
Really helpful and clear instructions, helped me repair my "Stanley" tape measure.
You are thanked!
Well done. This is quite handy, thank you.
I have this same problem. I'm going to try this. Thanks!
I always keep my pointer finger under the tape measure as it slides back into the housing......that way it stops on the cushion of my finger....then I let it in the remaining 3/4" .....reducing the stress put on the end hook of the tape......helps to get more life out of a helpful tool.
Great video, thank's !
I haven't tried this myself so I can't confirm it would work, but it seems like you could use the method used to tension up a window shade, which would be much easier. Essentially you would extend the tape out, open up the case and then manually put a few wraps around the drum, rather than winding it, which essentially would offset the end point by the amount of the additional wraps. Hope this makes sense and someone can try it!
Excelent tutorial.
A very good video. I bet you learned a few new words the first few times you did this. :
I don't get why 13 people (and counting) would vote down a video showing how to fix a tape measure, what more did they want?
If it's because it's Festool and they're haters, I've got news for you it's made by BMI, an excellent German company that makes all sorts of measuring devices, and the only brand I buy.
I've got this version from Festool as it was cheaper then BMI were selling it at the time.
I would have been a lot easier to reassemble if you didn’t spray silicone in the first place! 😂 Good job!
Nice! Thanks!
gracias x la ayuda
Let me guess that is a $100.00 tape measure?
I have two myself, very poor quality compared to my Luftkins and Stanley's
Good video, but very surprised that Festool produce something thats slightly substandard.
Festool did not design or manufacture this tape. It is made by BMI with Festool's name on it. My understanding is that it was meant as a brand promotional item but was so popular that Festool added it to their line.
Risky Birdness That explains it. Everything I've bought from Festool has been top quality.
+Mr2at same thing with the starrett tapes and festools fein tool... its actually made by fein
My Name - My Rules. neat tape, Thanks!
Oh yeah, What was that peg and 'lever' pushing on spring?
Tnx
are you an engineer if so please let me know am stuck on an idea I want to invent.
it's Consist of the knowledge you know about tape measure
Took mine back.flimsy, overpriced, and always hunting for the tape end. Almost impossible to use with gloves on.
Ive had BMI tapes, they are rubbish. Their levels are great though. Prefer them to Stabila.
Fat Max and Dewalt come come working and they last for long time
I fixed mine by throwing it in the garbage can.
Biggest piece of crap they make!
most festool products are shit.