Master Rigger Brion Toss demonstrates how to tuck strands to make a wire rope splice

Where safety glasses and wrist gators
Start by determining the length of the wire tail
Use a splitter to remove a strand, unlay it and determine if its the correct stand to start with
Unwind the wire using a tensioner to begin tucking
Continue with the proper tucking order

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