How To Correctly Repair a Cut or Damaged Extension Cord -Jonny DIY

[@JonnyDIY]

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[@stitchedpumpkin5905]

Thank you for this comment. One thing to mention: I figured out what butt connector size AWG by looking at the tool I was using to strip the wire. It labeled the size, thank goodness, because I have no idea what I'm doing. 0:51 where you skipped the step.

[@JonnyDIY]

@@stitchedpumpkin5905 you're welcome, and thank you for sharing that tip 👍

[@T800-k6p]

Video done very well. Quick, to the point, no long intro, skipped parts that didn't need to be recorded (like putting together each wire), no funky ass background music, just tells you how to do it as quick and efficiently as possible. Very well done.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you for the kind words Alex! 👍

[@brunosmine3132]

BUT REALLY THOUGH

[@MooseJawKim]

Saved this retiree a lot of money! Love learning from people half my age... your wisdom served me well today!

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you for the kind words, glad I could help you out. 👍

[@reid8588]

A little upgrade would be to slide a piece of heat shrink on before making the connections. Then make the connections, pull the heat shrink into place and heat. It will do a much better job of protecting the repair than electrical tape.

[@JonnyDIY]

Great idea! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@TomCee53]

There are also butt connectors with heat shrink built-in. And rather than tape overall, if you’ve forgot to use heat shrink, you can use liquid or spray tape which last longer.

[@julianrdz717]

5 years later and this video’s still helping, thank you ! I cut my extension cord with a hedge trimmer by accident and repaired it successfully thanks to this video 💯

[@JonnyDIY]

@@julianrdz717 Awesome, you're very welcome, happy I could help you out 🙌👍

[@brendonbistrican-ov1dh]

literally just did the same shit 2 days ago LOL

[@JonnyDIY]

@@brendonbistrican-ov1dh lol my Uncle kept doing that like 3 times and finally had to buy himself a cordless hedge trimmer 😄

[@midcardheelhd8522]

Same exact thing happened to be bro.

[@Henria99]

I’m a single female homeowner on a tight budget. I cut my 100’ extension cord with my hedge trimmer😖. Your video just saved me fat cash!💰✨

[@JonnyDIY]

@@Henria99 awesome, happy I could help you get it done 🙌👍

[@wasserdagger]

Followed your instructions to the letter and it worked perfectly. You saved me from a lot of grief. Thanks bunches!

[@JonnyDIY]

Awesome. You're welcome, happy I could help you get it fixed 👍

[@patriciawilliams223]

Thought I’d have to buy a new 100’ extension cord. Thanks for making the repair look so easy!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, if you cut towards one end you can always just buy a new plug and install that on the end as well. That's another way to fix 👍

[@thesobolizer]

love the 3 lengths idea. Thank you!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help 👍

[@nowakezoneforever6021]

I should not be allowed to use electric hedge trimmers. Yesterday I cut through the third cord in three years. I’ve kept them all and after watching this video I feel confident I can repair the cords myself. Thank you very much for your hard work.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome glad I could help 👍

[@stitchedpumpkin5905]

Here for the same reason. Killed it too close to the plug, though, so after watching this, going to get a new plug instead. Bright side - the cord is prepped and ready for the plug lol.

[@RhondolyJD]

Same, people! Love hate relationship with my 1970's hedges!

[@charlesf1999]

Thanks!!! Just repaired my cut cord..Followed your tutorial and everything worked just fine! Didn't have to buy a new one!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help you get it fixed up and working again 👍

[@comment5884]

youtube university to the rescue again for people that don't have money to just go buy a new one when this one will work if you just fix it. Thanks for class. real content for real people.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help you out 👍

[@damakesit2775]

Thank you for this! Managed to save two 100 ft extension cords. One was inherited, and had already been repaired with this method, but that fix is bulky because all the connections are on top of each other. Great tip and video!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help you fix those 2 cords 👍

[@paulbianchi4830]

Thanks for the video! I haven't ever cut the three strands to varied lengths, so always had the look of a "snake after a big dinner" lump in my repaired cords! Great tip.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome & haha that snake after dinner visual gave me a chuckle 😁👍🏻

[@emilyclark1041]

Omg thank you. My puppy chewed off the end of the cord to my wax warmer and I love this thing. Your video was perfect. ❤

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome! Glad I could help you out 🙌👍

[@banginghats2]

Good tips. I hate pvc tape though so might try waterproof heat shrink sleeving.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks! 🙌 Yes, heat shrink tubing works great 👍

[@patrickflynn2518]

Nice video, thank you. Also, great comment from another poster about shrink wrapping the whole area of cable fixed...

[@JonnyDIY]

@@patrickflynn2518 You're very welcome, glad to help 🙌👍

[@Daveyboy1128]

Never thought to make dramatic different lengths. Works better as I had short alternate ones. After I wrap it I use shrink tube over the ends so it doesn’t unravel

[@JonnyDIY]

@@Daveyboy1128 Awesome, nice job. Yeah I need to buy some of that heat shrink tubing 👍

[@judithcrusey5075]

Hi I viewed your youtube video and went out and got a wire stripper and some of those wire butt connectors, but didn't get a stripper with a crimper, so I went and got one of those. I cut a 3 wire extension cord a few months ago with a hedge trimmer. I am tickled that I could repair this myself....with your help! thanks Judy

[@JonnyDIY]

That's great, glad the video helped you out. And thank you, reading this put a smile on my face 😀👍🏻

[@adele2382]

Thank You, now I can finally fix the cord myself. Nice clean work too.👏🏻

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@agatabilltopay8822]

Great video! Clear and to the point, right down to your tips, on how not to end up with a big bulky repair!

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you, happy I could help you 👍

[@KarleenRoberts]

Oh thank you so much!!! Now I CAN have that water fountain!!!🙌🏻

[@JonnyDIY]

You're very welcome, happy I could help 👍

[@donharkey]

I highly recommend this clear, easy to use instructions. I would add the total length to strip the two wires, where to start the 2nd stripping, and the length between each butt end. Then, give the reverse process for the other color matching wire.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks Don! 👍

[@robertomighty4562]

Thank you! Good video, brief, to the point, and cheerful. Much appreciation.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're very welcome! And thank you for your kind words 🙌👍

[@LifeDiyCanada]

I feel so stupid that happened to be just now with lawnmower and 100 ft cord not really feel like buying new one ! Thanks for the video I will try to fix this problem as well using your tip!!! I have zero knowledge on how to do any of electrical, but your lesson is quite easy

[@JonnyDIY]

It happens to all of us, hope you got it fixed 👍

[@LifeDiyCanada]

@@JonnyDIY thanks it helped !

[@JonnyDIY]

@@LifeDiyCanada you're welcome 👍

[@jerseyjim9092]

I readily use butt connectors for low voltage wires but it never occurred to me to use them for household voltage. I've always used solder which takes much more time. Whichever way you go, the staggering of the splices is a great idea as it not only reduces the thickness of the splice, it reduces the risk of shorting the wires in the event of a bad connection.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you James! 👍🏻 Yes solder and shrink wrap ia always good if you have on hand and have the time

[@fernlow4235]

Thank you for the video, useful. But where did you get those blue little guys

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help. I got them at local harware store in electrical section 👍

[@fernlow4235]

@@JonnyDIY Thanks

[@georgephotopoulos3067]

Can you connect two separate extensions cords but with two different amps?

[@JonnyDIY]

I don't recommend that no. You'd be better off just buying some new ends for those and making shorter cables. That or you could do as you said, but not overload cable, only use for lower rated amperage cable.

[@dougricedorf8712]

Solder and heat shrink individual wires and then heat shrink the entire repaired section.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes thats even better! Butt connectors work fine though 😀

[@ch4.hayabusa]

Solder is not for mains! All electrical standards require mechanical connections. Solder is nowhere near as conductive as copper...

[@brandoncole6358]

Nah u leave that extension cord out on hot concrete the solder will reflow

[@cjprkth]

I would never solder but I would use connectors and then shrink wrap before taping or cross the green and green in a x and run then around each other the strongest connection then shrink and tape would need a train to tear them apart

[@stevesh9418]

@@cjprkth It's not that complicated. Just twist the bare wires together and tape them off. Works perfect. No need to reinvent the wheel!

[@kathykaura7219]

My Dirt Devil vacume had a short life. I collected all the screws from it, pulled it apart and cut the elctric cord off. Is there a way to repurpose the electric cord? Has the plug-in on one side and open wires on the other.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes you can buy a female end for it and connect that to the end to make an extension cord. Just be sure not to overload the rating for the cord 👍

[@kathykaura7219]

@@JonnyDIY Thanks!!

[@JonnyDIY]

@@kathykaura7219 You're welcome, glad to help. You should be able to find at local hardware store 👍

[@umkait]

Hello! Would this work for plug in wall light cords

[@JonnyDIY]

@@umkait yes 👍

[@sabz5904]

Thanks for this informative video! My Tv cable got torn apart! Does the AMPS of the Butt connector matter?

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes try and match it to the amperage. If not sure, get the ones rated higher than lower 👍🏻

[@nonyahbiznezz9094]

NO.....NO......NO! Never repair any coaxial cable unless its the underground 500 trunk coaxial. In that case the coupler is like $50 because it will keep the Resistance super low. Go buy another length of RG coaxial cable and do it right. Actually, call your cable provider....Deny you did the damage and they'll fix at no cost to you. Just report a "poor picture" and let the tech guy discover the damage.

[@TheCdubbleyoo]

For the electro-ignorant: after this repair, is the capability/power handling affected compared to new? Do I have to change what appliances I use it with?

[@stephaniec0625]

You just saved me $40 to replace my cord on my Kirby. Thank you!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help you out 👍

[@Zgriffinable]

well done..used your method with instant success.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks! Glad I could help you out 🙌👍

[@Alysbar]

Thank you. My dog was very hungry. Killed two heaters. Lol. I'm just happy he didn't shock himself to death.

[@JonnyDIY]

Ohh wow glad he didnt get hurt. You're welcome 👍🏻

[@blue-phoenix115]

Best kind of instruction videos check list: -Short -Clear instruction -Simple -Minimal tools

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you! Glad to help

[@markc1894]

👏👏👏👏👏 will it work for a 10 ga cord with 20 amp plugs

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes just be sure to get the larger butt connectors. You could also solder them back together, I may be a little more inclined to solder with the larger gauged wires

[@rickster1957]

The stupid hedge trimmer just cut my like new extension cord. I’m going to use this method. I would’ve never thought to stagger the spices. Great idea. I’m going to wrap mine with F4 repair tape

[@JonnyDIY]

My Uncle did the same thing with his hedge trimmer, twice last year too! 🤦‍♂️ haha, it's so easy to do. Glad the video was able to help you out. Good luck with the rest of the trimming 👍🏻

[@blizzster]

#me2, I destroyed 2-3 50ft extension cord so far. At this point a battery powered hedge trimmer would have been cheaper...

[@jerseyjim9092]

Haha, just did the same thing with my hedge trimmer. I think this is the second time so I'm done with electric hedgers.

[@emanuelschroeter9828]

When buying the butt connectors, how do you know what size? My local Home Depot lists 16-14 , 22-10, etc. If it depends on how much electricity is passing through the wires, the appliance says 120V, 60 Hz, 11A. Thanks for your help.

[@JonnyDIY]

Once you have the cord wires exposed you should be able to tell gauge. Can measure but my guess would be 14-16 gauge. You can also buy a new end plug and attach to cut end of cord, itll just be shorter in length 👍

[@shelly9752]

I cut my intex sand pump cord w mower, wondering if I can really do this also w this type cord, it has 3 wires also sticking out , seems easy the way he explains it😊

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes you can do it this way 👍 can also buy new male and female plug connectors and put on each cut side, then just plug into eachother 👍

[@shelly9752]

Thank you! Im going to attempt this!

[@JonnyDIY]

@@shelly9752 you're welcome 👍

[@rfm3253]

Yes my man, this is what I was looking for thank you.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy to help 👍

[@KlausKlass]

I think a better alternative would be to buy a male and female extension cord replacement plug and make 2 cords. Splicing cords is technically not allowed by the US electrical code, but replacing the plugs is. Your methods seems safe, but I found this way more convenient. You can always plug the 2 smaller cords together to get the original length.

[@JonnyDIY]

Good idea, that or solder the connections. I would do one of those two especially if was a heavy duty extension cord that was rated for high amperage

[@Daveyboy1128]

Yes but making the two plugs allows to pull loose, by the time you use the proper locking plug ends you may have spent $50. A power cord is a temporary use, the code applies primarily to permanent connectors that are allowed in a jbox and require access… like you said ,”technically”. I prefer your method except on a cheaper cord

[@socrates112]

Thanks Jonny! Great video!

[@JonnyDIY]

@@socrates112 You're very welcome, happy I could help you out 🙌👍

[@zachnellis-tessmer3562]

This was super helpful and concise. Thanks dude!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help 👍

[@Selendryle]

im very surprised i cannot find ANYTHING that is like a little box that opens and has you lay the wires in, screw them tight, and close. i feel like thatd be way more secure than crimping or wire nuts. There are lever nuts which are ~close~

[@JonnyDIY]

I know I've seen something like that before but can't recall from where

[@Selendryle]

​@@JonnyDIY oh wow you replied lol. Your video is good info and probably be what i end up doing, in my case its a house cable for the dryer- all i see is crimping or those twist connectors and that 'people do that all the time' but i was hoping there was a more heavy duty option, yknow?

[@JonnyDIY]

@@Selendryle ohh wow for a 220v clothes dryer cord? I would probably just replace it. But soldering and using heat shrink tubing then tape would be the best bet for a repair other than if you were to just shorten the cable to where it was cut 👍

[@JonnyDIY]

If not 220v and just 120v other methods should be fine but soldering isn't a bad idea there either 👍

[@LeeWarne-qi6bk]

Thanks, Brother. Very helpful to me.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help you out 🙌👍

[@crabring]

This is amazing. Thank you!! I was stuck!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help 👍

[@deefoma]

The way you cut the wires different lengths was really innovative. Never done it that way before. Ty. Also, where you get those blue clippers?

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks! They're called Channellock Crimping pliers. Here's a link to them: amzn.to/39FQoDo You can also purchase locally at Lowe's or even get a cheaper generic pair at Harbor Freight 👍🏻

[@user-Dash_173speed]

I was wondering if I could ever fix my dad's cord before he came back so thank you 😢

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 🙌👍

[@jodyann77]

This is the first time I've ever watched one of your videos and I got to say your voice is so calming. And you make everything very easy to understand even for a blonde 😂! Thank you Mr. Jonny DIY

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you for your kind words, glad I was able to help you out 👍

[@auntlinda7132]

Different lengths, very clever! TY! 👍⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help! 👍

[@kelleystephens6752]

I especially like the part where you spaced out the connectors 👏🏻 thank you I’m gonna repair mine like this (the puppy chewed it into)🙄

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome. Glad I could help 👍

[@bradleyvandeventer7981]

Easy and concise. Thanks, man!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help out 👍

[@lovesmimiv6583]

I needed a refresher course, great video! TY

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help 👍

[@fergusonto-2032]

I was wondering , would shrink tubing work in place of electrical tape ?

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes shrink tubing is great just dont forget to slip it on wire before connecting. Done that more than once haha 🤦‍♂️

[@fnk101]

Thanks watching from London Uk

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help you out. Hello back from California US 🤙🏼

[@Vffr1]

I learned a lot on this video. Thank you. Triple

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help 👍

[@stephanieanderson8494]

Not all of us have a solder kit, this fine! Thanks

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@markc1894]

Good tip on spacing 👏👏👏👏👏

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you 👍

[@joko12able]

I almost shine you on, dude 'cuz the audio was so weak and the beginning; however, I did watch and actually this video is excellent. Everything I need to know. Muchas gracias!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome. Glad to help 👍

[@angelinainhollywoodland9023]

Thank you very much!😊

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome! 🙌 Happy to help 👍

[@petermartin9494]

Not ideal. I would solder the wires together, use heat shrink for each wire and then heat shrink over all 3. Tape is messy and unreliable if you ask me. However, the creator of this video deserves kudos for offsetting the connections. That was good work.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks Peter. Yes, solder and heat shrink for sure if you've got it 👍🏻

[@TheMissionWithEric]

Good Job! Clean Vid!

[@JonnyDIY]

@@TheMissionWithEric Thanks! Happy to share 🙌👍

[@user-Dash_173speed]

You saved my life bro

[@ErinEllenCreates]

Thank you so much for this. I accidentally cut my circular saw cord. Had no idea how to fix it. Thought I would have to buy a whole new saw. This is easy! Thanks again!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help. Been there with the saw! 👍

[@bottleimp007]

Outstanding work!

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you 👍

[@28pbtkh23]

Thanks for this: it's something I needed to see. 👍👍👍

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 👍

[@Sapphiretodentistry]

Is this for sure safe?

[@JonnyDIY]

I haven't had any issues with this method, but if worried you could always solder the wires together or just shorten the cord to the end of where it was cut/damaged by adding a new plug 👍

[@conkgord]

good job young man

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you 👍

[@martinmolina3670]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, happy I could help 👍

[@rjvsmb]

Thank you. This worked perfectly.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 👍🏻

[@wyattlarson1104]

Can you just twist the copper wire together

[@JonnyDIY]

No I don't recommend that. You could solder it, or safest bet to shorten the cord where the cut is and add either a new male or female plug end 👍

[@nolancoates4856]

Very good 🙋

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you, happy to help you out 👍

[@liamallen1074]

This helped a ton, i ran it over with my mower, forgot to take it out of the yard

[@JonnyDIY]

Haha been there! 🤦‍♂️ glad the video helped you out though 👍🏻

[@LifeDiyCanada]

Same here ! Feel so stupid !! At least I’m not alone

[@primedemarr]

@@LifeDiyCanada sameee

[@shelly9752]

Me too, ram over my intex pool filter cord...this seems pretty easy, not sure if I should do this myself...

[@leifshrecengost9589]

It seems that that electrical tape is going to be temporary and eventually start peeling away, become sticky and eventually dangerous. I'm thinking some kind of heat shrink wrap will be better.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes if you please you could do heat shrink then tape over for extra protection, but the electrical tape is still holding on this after few years 💕

[@johnnyboy3327]

Thanks. Hope I can do it. I just liked it as well

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks John! You should be able to handle it 👍🏻

[@rrw2458]

Hallelujah, Thank You🙏

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 👍

[@Peaches100]

thank you for this excellent video!! : )))

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help! 👍

[@khodges2]

Fantastic thanks man!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@annatucker4169]

Thank you so much

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad I could help you out 👍

[@outstiled]

Does electrical tape also work as an alternative for the butt connecters?

[@JonnyDIY]

No you need something other than twisted wires and tape...either get some butt connectors, or solder wires together or at least wire nuts 👍🏻

[@craighatfield6391]

Of course it does since we are on the road of bad ideas. Hell why not.

[@summerrain7569]

Thank you.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 👍

[@sobathebat601]

Thank you for your info.. 🙏

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@kenj280]

Thank you for this!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@ms.t4548]

It works!!! YAY Thank you!!!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome, glad to help 👍🏻

[@mattfalciola3950]

Great video!

[@JonnyDIY]

thank you Matt! 👍🏻

[@KB-ok1en]

Amazing! Thank u!!!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're very welcome, glad I could help 👍

[@JesseSShaw]

I find it better (and safer) to solder them together and use shrink tube on each of the hot wires and over the entire cable. Nice and neat and clean and safe. There are very few instances where you would use electrical tape. It doesn't last.

[@JonnyDIY]

You're right, solder and shrink wrap is the best fix, but this fix works well too. I make sure to wrap a lot of electrical tape really tight over area

[@JesseSShaw]

@@JonnyDIY I hardly ever use electrical tape. Over a short time it becomes gooey and unravels. Over long periods, it dries up and just comes off. I would suggest a more permanent solution like I stated above.

[@pathanson2220]

Thank you!

[@JonnyDIY]

You're welcome 👍🏻

[@JustMe-xc6gc]

Use Heat shrink Sleeve that will be better for waterproofing it, With a tighter fit

[@SaudoffJonas]

save me 20 bucks.... good shit my man

[@JonnyDIY]

Awesome glad you got it fixed 😁👍🏻

[@meh9682]

Not sure if those are rated for home 120 volt, those look like 12v for automotive...

[@JonnyDIY]

I think theyre ok. If anyone's worries, just solder the 2 wires and heat shrink and tape them or buy new end plugs and make 2 shorter extension cords 👍🏻

[@wendyw253]

brilliant!

[@JonnyDIY]

Thank you, glad to help! 👍

[@edwardnedharvey8019]

Don't use butt connectors. The 3 different lengths was a good idea, but you should do a proper in-line twist wire joint. No butt connectors, no wire nuts.

[@JonnyDIY]

Thanks Edward! 👍

[@LegitJerome]

Even better would be solder and shrink wrap each wire than shrink wrap all three together.

[@JonnyDIY]

@@LegitJerome yes thats a great idea too 👍

[@simplytrolling6869]

Not calling you wrong but working in the electrical field for 15 years I’ll object to this. For less than $10 you can have two cords with it be a lot safer than splicing an extension cord in that manner.

[@JonnyDIY]

Yes you're right you can simply just add a male and female plug to each cut end and connect those to make cord full length again. That or just solder and shrink wrap the wiring back.

[@josiahpulemau6214]

Bahahahaha love the opening to the video Johnny good stuff lol

[@JonnyDIY]

Haha thanks Josiah 😄👍

[@josiahpulemau6214]

@@JonnyDIY Bro you jumped out like "rahhhhh" LoL good stuff bro keep it up

[@lemon-iu7bo]

Thank god you are not like the guy here on KZbin who twisted the wires together and but electrical tape.

[@lawman5511]

Electrical tape is water resistant, not waterproof. Use marine grade butt connectors and heat shrink around all.