How to Fix Komelon Self Lock Measuring Tape

This video shows how to fix your tape measure when it doesn't work as good as it use to. This is for the Komelon Self Lock Measuring Tape but may work for other brands as well. This is an easy to follow guide. I looked online for an answer and couldn't find one. I hope this helps everyone out.
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[@sociial]

thank you for this! 3 years later you're still helping people like me.

[@bigbuckretreat]

Thank you! You saved my life 😂 I just broke my husbands tape and thanks to you I could fix it before he noticed 😅

[@RandyL86]

This video saved me from throwing out my tape measure and buying a new one. I would’ve never figured out there was a spring within the roll and winding it back up would do the trick. Thanks!

[@douglasbarr4077]

Zachary... Thank you. I likely would have taken mine apart and figured it out, but your instruction showed me that this seems to be a common issue with this tape measure. In my case it wasn't the loss of retraction, it was the slipping when it was supposed to stay in place. And as you said, it just needed cleaning, I used alcohol. I've raved about this tape to many people, it has three features that aren't found on ANY other tape measure... 1) the 'stay out' feature, 2) the super fortified end tab (three rivets), so the holes won't tear or go out of cal, 3) the extra end tab, one on top, one on the bottom side, and 4) the dual sided measuring scale, yellow on A, white on B. That last one alone is a 'why hasn't anyone done this before' aha moment. Mine is their 8 meter version, the only metric tape available anywhere. I absolutely LOVE this tape, I should buy a second one because... well you know. Thanks again. Doug in Maine.

[@jonathansims5924]

I love this tape measure, but after half a year the self-lock was failing, and the tape started sliding in slowly by itself. I almost bought a brand new one but this video helped me to realize a bit of alcohol cleaning on the stopping wedge made it good as new. Thanks!

[@georgelawson8930]

Thanks! Your video was very helpful. My Komelon 30' was completely seized up and would not pull in the last 7 feet. After following your instructions, giving it a good cleaning and turning it about 20 or so times, it now works good as new. Thanks again!

[@bradalbaugh4832]

My problem was the thumb button for allowing the tape to retract had come out of position and wouldn't allow the tape to stop and would always retract. I might have figured it out without the video but the video got me there with a nudge to finally take the thing apart. Works fine now and I know how to fix the tension on the tape per your issue if that ever happens. Thanks for putting out the video!

[@yplay2]

Got my Komelon power blade only two weeks ago before it stop retracting because of dust and water. Thank you very much for the informative video to help me fix my tape measurement!

[@zacharygriest944]

Great to hear!

[@aprildewar9723]

Thank you. I accidentally pulled my measuring tape out too far and I had to take it apart and put back to together. This helped when all the insides went everywhere when I opened it.

[@tick71358]

I needed 2 min. and 33 sec. of your video,and I got it fixed.So glad you made this video,thanks.

[@zacharygriest944]

You're welcome!

[@Boogeymann]

Thanks putting it back together was frustrating until your video

[@hossdawg9766]

Thanks for this video! Helper me get my Komelon self sock measuring tape working again!

[@zacharygriest944]

Glad I could help!

[@morganllewellyn7532]

Well done. Simple and clear. I’m a fan.

[@zacharygriest944]

Awesome, thank you!

[@stsisters1123]

its 12 20 and my whole family is asleep didnt wanna break the tape bless your soul

[@faridemanrique]

Thankfully I found your video! I really loved my tape when I purchased it, but when the same happens I was so annoyed. I’ll try to fix it like you show us. Blessings and stay healthy. Hugs from Tampico, México 🇲🇽

[@zacharygriest944]

Love Mexico. I've been in the Cancun area and enjoyed seeing the maya ruins!

[@andrewgoldsborough6893]

Good video! I needed to put a standard tape into a metric unit, your video helped with my same exact issue!

[@zacharygriest944]

That is great. Did you know America is one of only a few that use the standard?

[@MuslimRockstar]

Thanks for this! I was able to save a tape that my son accidently pulled out too far!

[@zacharygriest944]

Saving that money! lol

[@petlove1998]

Thank you! Babysitting and my brother pulled it out too far. You saved us! Lol

[@zacharygriest944]

Oh no. Glad you could fix it!!

[@inspiredbynature5044]

Sweet was gonna buy the 9 ft bottle opener craftsman but I think I'ma get this one but the 16ft one to start measuring some big plywood sheets to make a work table starting to teach myself woodworking projects little by little

[@andrenaka6923]

Thanks man! I could save about 20 bucks by watching your vid

[@zacharygriest944]

No problem 👍

[@MarkSWilliams27]

I not only cleaned, but gave a light sanding with 100 grit paper on the white, wedge shape point. Seemed to help with the creeping back problem.

[@frankcarlyle520]

With a Komelon 25' tape measure, there are three Phillips screws instead of four as on the 30' tape. The screw nearest the tape exit does not come out all the way and bends a little as well. This has prevented access to the interior and the spring. What would you say is the problem? The tape measure is stuck in the extended position and will not retract at all.

[@keepitonthereal9886]

Nice thanks for the info Ill keep close attention on my komelon

[@christiansotterley3805]

Thank you. Found one discarded today in this state of disrepair.

[@Sithuhein100]

Thanks. This is very helpful. I just fixed mine.

[@aliciabify]

Omg thank you! My son broke ours! I was able to repair it!

[@zacharygriest944]

Glad I could help!

[@rickmoco2622]

That’s so much I was playing with the measuring tape cuz I was bored and it got stuck and now it’s good as new

[@zacharygriest944]

That's awesome to hear!

[@princeparanoia1802]

Zachary Griest very useful !! Thanks

[@katrinbell702]

And mine works again. Thank you!!

[@limitless1977]

Thanks so much ! Helped me fix mine in a jiffy 🥰

[@zacharygriest944]

Thank you for watching!

[@kellybirdseye6159]

Thank you for the explanation. Good to know. My problem only after a short while is the tape does not lock well when pulled out. Just the slightest pressure pushes the tape back in...very frustrating. Could it be that white brake piece at end of the release button mechanism is dirty and the tape is sliding over the brake? I hope a simple cleaning will be the fix for that. Sure hope that won't be a regular task. I wonder if the way the name is pronounced is..Ko-mee-lon...Potato..Po-tah-toh

[@zacharygriest944]

It could be the brake. I ended up getting a new Stanley tape measure that Lowe's had on sale. 2 for 1

[@patfrederick1534]

Had the same problem. Pull the brake mechanism out and bend the spring back so that it puts more tension on the tape when it’s pulled out. I did this and mine is working better.

[@servantofallah9425]

Thankkkkkk yoouuuu. U r the bestttt teacher

[@eggsnbroccoli5367]

I pulled it out all the way and had to Wind it up and then I got confused thanks for this vid

[@zacharygriest944]

No worries. #SaveTheTapeMeasure!

[@BREEZE2213]

Thanks for this Video Zach! Was able to reassemble in a few minutes! Thanks for the time you saved me!

[@zacharygriest944]

No worries. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!

[@jasonv9202]

My issue is the opposite. My auto lock stopped working after a few months. Anyone know how to fix that issue?

[@AzTurboMini]

Bend the metal spring out some that holds pressure on the thumb break. Make sure and clean the hard rubber brake pad before putting back together.

[@bellaally67]

Thank you it works!!

[@zacharygriest944]

You're welcome!

[@just_a_rat1150]

Thank you I broke mine and didn’t want to get yelled at by my mom :P

[@zacharygriest944]

lol

[@zahoorahmedtareen4822]

Very Very Nice, Thanks Sir

[@zacharygriest944]

Most welcome

[@Jameshillbilly]

Wonderful thank you so much

[@zacharygriest944]

You are welcome

[@trcpumanes]

Thank you!

[@acepj2239]

Thanks I was in for some pain

[@zacharygriest944]

Glad I could help!

[@koccochannel8937]

Very good👍👍

[@JPJ123]

good job

[@zacharygriest944]

Thanks!

[@jerryhughes4256]

Good job!

[@zacharygriest944]

Thanks!

[@gamingforfuncool5192]

Thx

[@zacharygriest944]

No problem

[@paulacannon3452]

I had a Rolson Tried it and failed . It’s now in the bin it pinged everywhere :D

[@zacharygriest944]

Sometimes that happens. Here is a list of the best tape measures of 2020: www.thespruce.com/best-tape-measures-4173818

[@princeparanoia1802]

Awesome!!

[@zacharygriest944]

Thanks!

[@코메론]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@zacharygriest944]

Thanks!

[@matthewcamp8027]

Are u kidding me KZbin has nothing like mine my tape measure wont stay in it keeps popping out

[@manjorangevi3514]

mine is not working

[@Bobert694]

Helppp it’s now making it go out not in

[@666Kasinova]

You put in backward or but the wrong spring in the clip that holds it. I did the same and ruined a brand new tape.

[@arianalialvino3984]

No idioma taka taka disculpa :)

[@thedyslexic9936]

my guess is Chameleon...

[@gamingforfuncool5192]

Good morning

[@zacharygriest944]

Morning

[@spudvader]

Awesome video but you talk too much

[@michaeljr8036]

You literally showed me nothing. Take the entire tape off and show me how to put it back on dummy.

[@Briian787]

Thanks dude🔥🫡 it worked