Fastest and Easiest way to break down a pallet

Links to all the tools I used below
Fastest and Easiest way to break down a pallet and prepare it for a project with a good yelled of wood. take apart pallets in 2 min flat
the tool used to remove the nails is call an air locker here is a link to it on amazon.
Tools Used are here in these links
Air Locker tool link here amzn.to/3APuPke
Pallet Buster tool link here amzn.to/3PrGMR3
Inch Nail Pulling Pliers tool link here amzn.to/3ObvsaC
I also want to mention this is running from a small 6 gallon pancake compressor like the one in this link
amzn.to/3uMdIMd 6 gallon
Pallet Buster
amzn.to/3PrGMR3
Nail Pulling Pliers
amzn.to/3ObvsaC
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[@BluemazeWesley]

I don’t know if anybody Is still looking for the info but the tool to loosen the boards is called a palette buster and the tool to take out the nails is called a air locker.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Link to all the tools in the video description.

[@chrisgautreaux9718]

I’m glad I have all of those tools sitting around to make it easy.

[@williamavery9185]

Great info, but who sells them?

[@Daddymon1962]

I always either soak my pallets or leave them out in a good rain before disassembling them. The wood softens and expands making even the toughest nails easier to pry. You will yield longer pieces as well because the ends won't split and break as much.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I do that also even hit them with the water hose some times its a great idea thanks for sharing. i think the wood seems to hold together a little better when its wet.

[@donaldcrawford4740]

7th 6. Koo

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

that's very true I dose help allot.

[@puntabachata]

Yes! This works

[@baggerbob4374]

Wow! Just the information I was looking for. The company I work for throws away the pallets they use, sometimes after only one use!

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamesx2703]

It is an especially good idea to do this on a driveway so you can drive over the loose nails the next day

[@ILLYRIANark]

Or easily sweep them up o.o...

[@jamesx2703]

@@ILLYRIANark only takes one missed nail and it's off to the tyre shop!

[@jonasrivers3675]

Thankfully he's got a big dopey looking truck he never uses fully.

[@doomracing5527]

James you talking from experience? Lol

[@freedomisfromtruth]

Rolls over several times with a magnetic pickup bar

[@alfilkemper9240]

I like the cover over the garbage can, a good idea that I'll be using.

[@OnlySubhumansWorkAtYouTube]

Everybody want a neighbour like you!

[@danmoreton1788]

I like your fancy nail remover. But I use my palm nailer to remove the nails. Not as fast... but it does the job!

[@louislandi938]

I have all the tools but love your method for nail removal. I’m going to rig the plywood with the square hole for over the bucket tomorrow. Thank you!

[@pallettools7789]

Thanks for your video Fast and efficient way to dismantle a pallet.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks for the kind words

[@cairnbevan4470]

Reciprocating saw is fastest and easiest. Just slice right down the sides and then the middle. Any small nail leftovers just fall out.

[@feralbigdog]

put a spacer block under the hammer when you have to use its claw, it takes less to get the nail out and you dont risk damaging the surface as much

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

that is good advice. thanks for sharing you tip with the community.

[@rizzorizzo2311]

I use a reciprocating saw. Takes about 10 minutes if the blade is good.

[@dannydynamita546]

The issue is the nails, still there

[@mr09R1]

I didn’t have this tool so I decided to save $70 and use a Maddock. Same results so save yourself some money if you don’t have this tool. Obviously this deck wrecker tool is better so it’s up to you if you want to spend the extra money.

[@garyjones2582]

I've watched a lot of these pallet videos, but the absolute quickest way was using a sawzall.. But there is always a drawback.. if the nails that r left n the wood doesn't affect your project, then you're good to go..

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Great point!

[@ezequieljimenez9768]

Good, I thought I was the only one annoy by how close he was from the truck

[@travelingponcho6747]

Good idea. If only I had some free pallets.

[@7caspeus]

Thanks for sharing. That’s a quick and dirty way - I see some wood snapping and bending so it probably won’t be my preferred method but I dig the efficiency!

[@danielvalentine287]

I love the soundtrack. I’m like getting ready for bed real fast

[@marckring9088]

easiest way I found: wear good gloves, bang point on ground one side then another a few times till loosened, then stand up on one side and rock back and forth a little more each time, pallet just falls apart, sometimes a slight kick on one board (not enough to crack it) only to loosen it off the 2x4. Denail by hammer or nailbuster as needed.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

thanks for the suggestion

[@9catlover]

Thanks for this. Didn't know there was such a thing as an Air Locker nail puncher. But just bought one from amazon :)

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Glad I could help!

[@chuckemmorll2821]

I hose them the day before, leave them overnight, no splits or threatening creaking, full plank every time, with a pallet buster tool. Nails come out easier/wood is soft so no grab. with a claw hammer. This vid; of course it was easy, is if you want firewood!, which is what you achieved. Nails, top end equipment will work better than the basics that most of us have. Not sure why the woman featured?.

[@futures.scalper.808]

Man youre lucky to have a wife that helps you bro!

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I am very bless thanks

[@killaz123456789100]

Wow a pallet disassembly tool is the best way I would have never guessed :O

[@travelingponcho6747]

Thanks for sharing. Awesome idea.

[@MrToes67]

Made a tool like this 5 minutes later had a stripped pallet with the slats looking good. Thanks for the idea 👍

[@htown9561]

I my self is going to start doing pallet projects that was so cool and fast god bless keep up the good job

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I like them they can give you surprisingly good wood for small projects

[@ricksmith7631]

I'm not going to be critical or any of that stuff and I really like this idea, the pallet wrecker is good and i think i will make one like that but i will always have the sawzall nearby just in case. I dont like pulling apart wet pallets even though the wood is softer but unless you stack it on stickers, the wood will warp when it dries. When i do pallets usually its about a dozen at a time so anything to make the pallet deconstruction time shorter and the furniture construction time longer in the shop is a great help. The nail tool you have is interesting, can you source it in a reply, Ive never seen anything like it before.

[@thomasbernhoft1744]

Nice truck

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks 👍

[@thomasbernhoft1744]

@@ChrisGagnonDIY your welcome 😊💯

[@be.stoic1985]

Yeah, with the adequate tools, you can do just about any kind of job. But not everyone has those...

[@mahanajerrysnr8730]

Try the outside of the boards leaving middle last

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

thanks for the advice I will try that..

[@lotabram7002]

Cant believe iv actually just watched that, i do need mental help but now I know I have no hope!!!!

[@AmassiveOverLoad]

The fastest way is to flip it upside-down use a sledge hammer or a 10pound hammer and hit those three crossed wood where the actual wood you want is nail to and it will just come right off..

[@passivesolarhousingcoop1903]

Super Sawzall from Milwaukee makes mincemeat out of the pallets in seconds.

[@robertdamron7144]

That air ttool was probably the coolest part of this vid

[@theuniversalhomesteader7155]

Very nice!

[@SecretWeaponShow]

Cool

[@roberttill3787]

Take pallets apart in two minutes flat? your video showed a stripped pallet at about 2.35, but it didnt show you strip the bottom down and it looked like a bomb had gone off on it!

[@tonkinesenchill4240]

Great video but it’s a demonstration on how to easily break pallets with tools most people searching these videos don’t have...

[@freedomisfromtruth]

The nails dont come out that easy with the tool, you can see barely any effort

[@joebollier]

Thank you for sharing your video

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

you are welcome thanks for watching

[@DeanoG]

Bought one of these a month or so ago. Love it. Absolute timesaver. Got mine on ebay. Shipping from US to Australia was around 10 days. Thought I might have needed to get a bigger compressor but runs fine of my smaill one.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks for the positive feedback. i was worried that it was going to be very heavy when i got it. but its so light i couldn't believe that it was around 1 pound or so..

[@AEON.]

They don't need a whole lot of air - total time saver! I got lucky and found one at a garage sale for 10 bucks!

[@LeGaragedesChambreurs]

Awesome, glad I have seen your post, cheers

[@jacalli]

Your local blacksmith will make a pallet buster for you so much cheaper than Amazon.

[@danagreen4700]

Jacalli local blacksmith? hAhaha

[@jacalli]

@@danagreen4700 yes local in some areas. Rarity in others. Strathroy is lucky to have a 3rd generation blacksmith right in town.

[@BarryGordon58]

I would rather find use my easy way. Although your EAZY way was pretty good.

[@EricAlder]

Okay, so how do you break down pallets without that nifty tool? (Especially non-heavy duty ones)

[@freedomisfromtruth]

Several small 2x4s make a bridge and smack the boards or cut with circular saw if you dont need long boards

[@TheOriginalNaugaHyde]

I guess the gal in blue doesn’t realize the denailer creates sparks as she works with boards resting on top of a nearby gas can. Brave soul.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

we actually don't have gas in the can it has water in it. LOL we us it for a watering can for plants in the yard. it works very well as a watering can.

[@bendillard6512]

Do you have a reciprocate saw? I think it would be a game changer for your operation and would be a great time saver on the tail end.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I am trying to get the boards as long as i can. i have used a saw as well this is just a different way to do it so we all have options. thanks for the suggestion. please keep the feedback coming I appreciate it.

[@robertbrunston5406]

I seen this tool beforehand! Someone else has plans and instructions on how to fabricate one. Thanks.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks I have noticed that people are selling them on amazon also. This one is $40 I think its worth it to buy if you will use it much. here is a link if it will help. amzn.to/2gEuqds

[@kendallsargent4857]

Robert Brunston m

[@davefountain4173]

I do this for a living I work in a pallet place just use a horizontal ban saw whole pallet in 30 seconds

[@Viewer19]

Still have to deal with nails in some way. How much is that band saw?

[@ericschofield3244]

You people saying to just cut the nails off with a sawzall, what do you do with the twisted shaft left in the stringers? They're a big PITA to get out if they're cut off flush. I'd rather risk cracking some board ends than argue with a few dozen embedded nail shafts.

[@johnlewis9745]

I’m relatively new to this, so am correct in thinking that the drier the pallet the easier to break it apart ? But then does the wood split more readily ?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Actually I have found that if you wet the pallet with water the nails pull easier. And the wood doesn't break as much but. Most don't recommend it because sometimes the wood will warp and you have to wait until it's dry to work with it.

[@johnlewis9745]

@@ChrisGagnonDIY Thank you. I didn’t realise that.

[@holybritches]

All the pallets I have gotten lately have had those twisted nails. They about have to be cut. Pulling them up with anything breaks the boards.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

This is going to sound crazy but I have the same problem. I found that if spray them with the water hose all around the nails then go inside for a glass of tea 20 min come back out then they pull out so much better. bad thing is you have to wait for them to dry before you can use them. I stack them all together and let them dry so they dont warp so bad. thanks for watching

[@holybritches]

Chris Gagnon thanks for the tip!

[@SDALLAS6969]

saws all works great no nail pulling required

[@dawnruhl8405]

+SDALLAS6969 That is the way to go.

[@aidenn0de0evil01]

I have that problem I'm going to try the water idea.. So I can get longer boards.

[@richavic4520]

I have a Craftsman steel claw hammer too! Likely will pass it down to one of the kids. And then the handle will rot off and Sears will be gone.

[@davidbernard7256]

quicker to pry the ends first. then do the middle ones

[@MRSketch09]

I think I like your "pallet buster" better than the one you linked to.

[@David-ll8bt]

My 3 year old Grandson could do that in 2.3 seconds. He can tear up an anvil in a sand box in 5.6 seconds.He's a blast!

[@hammockdave4410]

nice quick and easy

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks be sure to share it with all your friends on social media

[@tomc7018]

all the bits are breaking!!

[@Pnkfloid49]

I have some pallets that appear to have been taken apart and reused as they have nails that have been sawed off. How do you remove those ?

[@Pnkfloid49]

I ended up using a nail punch and a hammer.

[@sideshowdrummer]

nice do this in the drive way so your get a flat from the nails

[@tarheel4wd]

the nails clearly went into the bucket....

[@AnMadreMor]

Wonder if those are steel soled flip-flops that shes wearing???

[@Bonoreo95]

15017 HfX I literally wore flip flops or as we call it in nz jandles, today, to dismantle some pallets, I was right as rain, just had to be conscious and careful the whole time :P

[@manuelbasurto2348]

My exact thoughts. ..dont be the number one customer of your own accidents...😂😂

[@jaaa2055]

whatæs the name of that tool that you used to take nails with air

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I put a link to it in the video description

[@htown9561]

Smart good job 👍

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Thanks

[@purocangrinag]

Obviously easy with a palette tool 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@barnabyaprobert5159]

"Palette"? tool? Like a paint brush?

[@bendillard6512]

Is your air tool an air chisel or is it a custom tool? I am going to trying to get back in the world of wood and I like your idea s

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Its call and AirLocker. I put a link in the description for you if you are interested in more info on it.

[@boomerrob9223]

Pardon my lack of tool knowledge, but what was the air powered tool attachment?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I place a link to the tool in the video description for you.

[@boomerrob9223]

Thank you. I didn't see it first time. Until now I have never heard of this tool.

[@mohanedsalim4405]

Amazing 🙏👑

[@jofloresz]

That gun looked like it sucked was the air on right? I was planning on getting one i really hope it works better than that.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I think you will be surprised at how well it works and it is very light weight so you or your wife wont complain about your wrist.

[@LeGaragedesChambreurs]

Awesome thanks for the entertainment

[@streetrustron8930]

board buster! Watch STREET RUST RON!

[@ejr4140]

sawzall is faster and it cuts the nails so u dont have to pull them

[@Viewer19]

BS you never did this or you would not make that wrong statement

[@motordar]

The fastest way is my chain saw

[@91210paige]

Man I watch firearms videos and every safety nut job will chime in. None of these guys where boots or care about getting a nail in their tires. Nice tool for a tool

[@kirttalamo8407]

Why work so close to truck ???

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Gets peoples adrenaline pumping. LOL

[@billcoley8520]

Is it ok to tell this guy he ain’t shit.

[@bqnw7b]

Brutal Strength would've saved you some time 👞

[@amykemp9347]

What was the air tool and what was on it

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

its called an Air Locker AP700 Nailer/Nail Remover here is a link to it on amazon. www.amazon.com/Air-Locker-Nailer-Remover-Driver/dp/B01H5RNHPA/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=JCZN3TC7V7XW&keywords=air+nail+remover&qid=1569760895&s=gateway&sprefix=air+nail+re,aps,194&sr=8-4&linkCode=sl1&tag=c097f0-20&linkId=d156d0b4015439c7694e825f89883c76&language=en_US

[@emrecenkers9721]

Thanks for the video . I like your shoes , can you tell me the name of the brand and model please ?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

they are called zigtech reebok

[@egosumumbraemortis5609]

Guess he hasn't seen the two dozen recip saw videos doing the same thing twice as fast.

[@bobclifton8021]

The recip saw still mars the wood.

[@cwilliamsphoto]

Only one side of it though. At least you aren't breaking boards.

[@SDALLAS6969]

and the saw doesn't leave those nails waiting to catch a foot.

[@tomlangley8852]

Try running the board with the nail heads still intact through a planer....the blades dont like that very much.

[@VERSONECOMPLEKS]

Ego Sum Umbrae Mortis thank you!!!

[@andydepaule3296]

Ending with shattered or splintered wood is not such a good idea!

[@noswalt79]

Did you make the breakdown tool yourself? If so what's the measurements of it? If you don't mind

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I did make it. the dimensions are 3 x 5 In angle iron width is 9 in. the handle is 40 inch long. the notch is 2.5 in wide. PM me i will send you a picture of it.

[@noswalt79]

Chris Gagnon actually I guessed at measurements lol. I used 3x5x1/4 angle also but 7 inches wide with a 46 inch handle. Made this job so much easier. Thanks man.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

that awesome glad you made it. now you will be able to separate pallets with ease. thanks for watching and feel free to share a picture of one of your projects with me.

[@lesd2633]

The way I usually use a pallet it to build something with. Too much work to break down.

[@robertdamron7144]

did he make that tool himself?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

yes

[@guyh.4553]

What is that air tool that you are using? I've not seen that one before...

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

i posted a link to it in the video description please check it out.

[@eddyhickey6955]

where did u get that nail remover

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I have posted a link to it in the description

[@jesholm6248]

I want a tool link that. What is the name og it? I live in Denmark and have never seen a tool like that. Best regards Jes Holm

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

its in the description AirLocker

[@mirajgadhvi7734]

How this gun 🔫 works and what is the name of this gun

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I put the link in the description AIR LOCKER AP700 Heavy Duty Professional Punch Nailer here is the link on amazon amzn.to/3P84pyi

[@id7mi688]

اييييه بلاه ماشاف الطبليات اللي عندنا و المسامير المعكفه 😂

[@jermainejames3431]

What's the first song

[@tim4977]

Not everyone has that kind of tool.

[@mikeluther4889]

what's the air tool being used? where can I find one at?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Its called an Air locker Punch Nailer/Nail Remover here is a link to it on amazon amzn.to/2BUStd1

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

Here is a list of the tools shown www.amazon.com/shop/mrchrisgagnon

[@xhiltonx]

So its easy if you have the tools then.

[@shawnpatrick8815]

Dude I can see the ends breaking away

[@timmccollor6204]

Sawz all! You're welcome

[@charlesroberts3838]

What is that tool He’s removing nails with

[@chrisjones6002]

There's a link in the description, called an air locker.

[@fluffyjoker69]

What kind of air tool is it?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

its called an Air locker Punch Nailer/Nail Remover here is a link to it on amazon amzn.to/2BUStd1

[@mirajgadhvi7734]

How this gun gun is doing

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

its been very reliable for years now

[@nomesynomes4434]

What is it with so many "DIY" KZbinrs essentially making music 2x speed videos instead of giving voice over instructions??

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I just could not thing of what to say. but I understand where you are coming from.

[@nomesynomes4434]

Hey, appreciate the reply. I apologise if it sounded like I was having a go at you, I just find it to be a common thing with makers on KZbin, and for those of us wanting to learn/build skills, it makes learning them difficult. I am a visual learner, as many of us are, but having a verbal/oral explanation is also very helpful too! It doesn't have to be overly detailed, either.

[@wayneblalock87]

What kinda air tool is used in the video, and where to get one.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

I PUT IT IN THE VIDEO DESCRIPTION

[@wayneblalock87]

OK thank you for the video

[@toddepperson7849]

What have you made with the wood?

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

here is one example of something that i made kzbin.info/www/bejne/mavNYaCAmbCth9E Building A Rustic Cooler From Pallets I made several of them they make great gifts. thanks for watching.

[@TM-ry6hc]

Video should clarify that a tool is used.

[@ChrisGagnonDIY]

here is a link to the tool www.amazon.com/Bobs-Pallet-Buster-Yellow-Handle/dp/B07C8CQV35/ref=as_li_ss_tl?crid=2IZY7LW58NKB2&keywords=pallet+buster&qid=1569760135&s=gateway&sprefix=pallet+bu,mobile,174&sr=8-7&linkCode=sl1&tag=c097f0-20&linkId=759c90e1cfac31419c6d98d0f5aa0f91&language=en_US

[@TM-ry6hc]

ChrisGagnon DIY I was looking for a video that didn’t include a tool. I’m not interested in purchasing one, I needed an idea with things I had on hand. I ended up finding one that was more helpful to my situation.

[@1stjohn32]

Bruh just use Fire up