How to Pull Stuck Steel Posts Easy (No Post Lifter Needed)

Ever been caught without a post lifter?
In today’s video we show how a simple physics trick can free even the most stubborn steel posts — using nothing but a ratchet strap and a hammer.

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Steve forgot the post lifter, we’re stuck in the middle of a paddock, and these steel posts have been in the ground for years. But with the right technique (and the right posts), they come out fast and clean.

In this video you’ll learn:
• Why percussive force makes stuck posts release easily
• How to pull steel posts without the right tool
• Why coating type matters for long-term post removal
• A safe, simple method you can use on your own farm

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• Filmed in: Eildon, Australia
• Featuring: Steve (Fencestay Crew)
• Products mentioned: Stockpost steel posts, ratchet strap

00:00 – The Post Lifter Problem
00:11 – Why the Posts Are Hard to Pull
00:35 – Stockpost Coating Advantage
01:20 – Setting Up the Ratchet Strap
01:56 – The Physics Trick That Makes It Easy
02:23 – Percussive Force Explained
02:35 – Post Comes Free
02:50 – Final Tips & Why Good Posts Matter