DIY Home Cable Pulley Machine (Cable Crossover, High Pulley, Low Pulley System)

[@ShreddedDad]

🔥Here’s a list of the materials I have in my cable crossover system 🔥 ➡️ Subscribe to the channel ShreddedDad.com/KZbinSub You can find most of these at your local hardware store. I’ve added links below just in case you don’t find them locally. ➡️ (2) swivel pulleys ShreddedDad.com/pulley or amzn.to/3bKVa6c ➡️ (4) spring links amzn.to/2XdzB7f ➡️ Clamp set: (4) thimbles + (8) rope clamps amzn.to/2RlMg42 ➡️ Tie down straps amzn.to/34gnt6W ➡️ Vinyl covered wire rope amzn.to/3aSC9vx ➡️ Delta quick link (optional) amzn.to/2wNkKFB

[@noelv1976]

This is genius. Hopefully YT paid you well for this information. It's greatly appreciated

[@ShreddedDad]

@@noelv1976 thanks. Feel free to share it so others can see it 👊

[@codyktam]

This deserves way more views. The other videos for DIY pulley systems skip some steps assuming we know what to do. This is a lot more beginner friendly :)

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks. Feel free to share it 👍

[@artv4nd3l4y]

100%, I love the simplicity of this one but also the cost. So cool to see using the tie down straps like the cable machine.

[@chazz1975]

I did this slightly different. I used some steel I-beam clamps to attach the pulleys to the beam in my basement. I also made my loading pin out of some pieces of 3/4 inch black pipe (floor flange, 12 inch nipple, and end cap). I drilled the end cap and tapped it for an eye bolt. The rest is pretty much the same as your setup. Thanks for the video. This is a very versatile setup for me.

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad you found it helpful and that’s perfect that you modified it to your set up. Got your email btw. Thanks for writing 👊

[@toubsed307]

Firstly, great videos. You inspired me to do this! I also borrowed ideas from Usawa fitness. I especially like your hitch pin idea. Just a couple of things to add for people: the thickness of the cable will be the biggest factor for your safe working load (material and thread design etc also matter) and to maximize this you should strip the cable of the vinyl where you clamp. You have to use the thimbles and clamps associated samples with the bare stripped cable when done this way! Also from the comments and your link it seems you used 1/8" cable coated to a max outer diameter of 3/16". The break strength of a single cable when is all is done is likely in the ballpark of 250 lbs if stripped (max break strength divided by design factor multiplied by termination efficiency which for your cable is approximately 80% (I used typical values and this could vary)). If you use both ropes at the same time you could lift a load around 500 lbs because the tension would be divided by 2. On a single arm movement I wouldn't go much past 250 lbs. This is probably enough for most people but only works if your strip the cable as mentioned. Thicker cables are available (i.e. 3/16" coated with PVC or nylon to 1/4") which could increase your safe working load. However, for safety I would still advise stripping the ends where you make the loop to maximize "termination efficiency"

[@BrassPeace]

That looks easy enough. I appreciate the idea man.

[@ShreddedDad]

It's soooooo easy to out together.

[@micah8oh8]

Literally the best one of these videos love how you show it set up and then go step by step! Thank you subscribed!

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome. I'm actually working out using the pulleys right now 🤙

[@OrderNaj]

By far the best video on a pulley system I’ve seen. Not just informative but the methods used were simpler and more effective

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks for stopping by 👊

[@victorrivas2350]

Best video with detailed instructions. Nothing left to the imagination!

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad it helped!

[@kylemaximusmith]

I agree, this is the best video I’ve found with clear instructions for setting up a cable machine

[@ShreddedDad]

@@kylemaximusmith thanks for watching and share with friends!

[@jefflye8679]

Great video! Worked wonderfully and I love having the tiedowns around! I will say that if you happen to have a squat rack that's NOT fastened to the wall, I recommend weighing down the back end with a loaded bar, some plates, or something else. I'm not saying I almost died today when my (wooden) rack started to tip forward, but I might have had to mop up a puddle before finishing my workout.

[@ShreddedDad]

Lmao 🤣 glad you found the video helpful and improvised to fit your rack

[@davidisanidiot1181]

For anyone who's watching this and having problems with their cage wanting to tip forward when they use their pulley, I bought a couple of those five gallon paint buckets from Home Depot, filled them with about $6 worth of Quikrete, then put the lids on and used ratcheting tie downs to lash the buckets against the two rear uprights on my cage. (I didn't even bother to mix the concrete -- just poured the dry powder into the buckets.) The whole process cost me about 20 minutes and 20 bucks, and my rack is now rock solid when I use the high pulley.

[@jefflye8679]

I've recently discovered snatch blocks. Between those and the tiedowns you turned me onto, I'm able to change the heights of the cables and add complexity to the pully system while using my original cables.

[@ShreddedDad]

Awesome!

[@travislo8019]

Best DIY video, many others were screwing other pieces of wood or whatever to the rack which I didn't like to attach the pulleys. I didn't know they were called "Tie Down Straps" and now I can happily build my own!

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad it helped 👊

[@chefgoyar_d]

cable croosover is genius!! Been thinking of ways to do that one, thank youuu !!! 🙌🏽💪🏽

[@ShreddedDad]

You bet 👊

[@Martin-sr6sq]

I was doing lat pulldowns and the clamps mounted down above the weight got loose and started shooting all over the place. Now after seeing this tutorial, I hope it will hold in place although I think from now on I'll be a bit nervous every time when do some movements with this.

[@ShreddedDad]

Clamp them down very tightly. Now you can also find complete pulley set ups for sale on Amazon. They weren’t around as much when I first made this video

[@nickybatts686]

Good video Dad. Concise and to the point. No mindless babbling. Well done! 👍

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks 👊

[@briand5047]

Crystal clear instructions. Thank you.

[@ShreddedDad]

You’re welcome

[@rodneypoole4252]

Excellent video!!! I love the cleanliness and order of your home gym!!!! I am working to build a space like that!!!

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks! So much easier to work out when everything's organized.

[@truthalonetriumphs9417]

This video deserve much appreciation

[@ShreddedDad]

Feel free to share it

[@marcelo.victor]

I did the login only to like this video! Thank you so much! Making this here in Brazil!

[@ShreddedDad]

Awesome brother. Thanks for liking the video 👊

[@yaseenalheetyalheety3082]

Nice video, thanks. It is the simplest way for the pulley system. I applied it to my power ruck.

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@TheDstevens01]

Followed the steps for the cable crossover and it worked great. Thanks!

[@ShreddedDad]

Sweet!

[@johnkennett2596]

Fantastic explanation of Thimble, Dog Tail procedure. I never heard of that proper cable procedure before. I am using standard 1/2 inch steel water pipe to stack my weight plated on. Base is standard metal floor flange threaded for 1/2 inch water pipe.

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah that works for the loading pin too 👍

[@itsnikki6441]

Great idea, But how do you connect the cable at the top ?

[@robixmor5857]

Excellent video and explanation. Thank you .

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad it was helpful

[@BATSITE]

Thank you so Much!! For helping our training life more enjoyable!! Blessings!:)

[@ShreddedDad]

You’re welcome. Check this one out also. It comes with a metal loading pin kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGPTY5l4lK14bLs

[@melissamartins3397]

Great instructional video. I have made my list and am headed out to the hardware store. Wish me luck and ty.

[@ShreddedDad]

It's as easy as shown in the video. Ask for help at the store if you can't find a piece.

[@bombhead81]

Hey man, thanks to your videos I’ve now got my own cable machine 👏🏻. Is it possible please to do a video showing the set up with the cables for leg curls and hamstring curls? Thanks

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad the video helped! l look into the leg cable set ups. I haven't used them for that but I'll put it on my to do list. I don't think it would be to difficult to figure out.

[@mishelledixon9938]

OMG! THANK YOU! Wish I would've seen your video before watching the other bajilliin. Great instructions.

[@ShreddedDad]

You’re welcome

[@mishelledixon9938]

Wish I could post a vid of end product. LOVE my new cable pulley machine

[@ShreddedDad]

@@mishelledixon9938 if you’re on IG , upload the video and tag me @dadshredded

[@klumsyf001]

Wow great video!Your instructions were so clear, definitely feel confident to try this now. Thank you!

[@ShreddedDad]

It's very simple as you saw on the video. You'll have no problem setting it up.

[@jorgep1093]

This guy is the Dad I never had!! Thank you!! (Liked and Subscribed 👊🏾)

[@ShreddedDad]

Lol

[@jorgep1093]

It came out great brother, built it with my 11 year old son and we love it, thank you.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@jorgep1093 awesome!

[@TrippinChaddy]

Awesome - you'Re the best of 'em all!

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad you found it helpful

[@c.martin6326]

Great video, posting a comment for the KZbin algorithm

[@ShreddedDad]

Thank you 🙏

[@giacomopellerito]

wow nice...best cable crossover for a home gym...you show me the way:))) thanks

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks. Works well. If you don't want to put all the pieces together, you can also check out this pulley system that comes with everything you need kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGPTY5l4lK14bLs

[@giacomopellerito]

@@ShreddedDad Thanks

[@ShreddedDad]

👊

[@alvinprettyman1802]

thanks for posting Good Ole American know-how

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome 👊

[@JoaoPedro-fp6ln]

Nice work! Well explained. Thanks 👏 "Thread on through itself"... in portuguese we call it a "blind knot" 🙂👌

[@ShreddedDad]

👊

[@essy184]

I love how organized your gym is. Are there any videos on this?

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks. I park my car in there so I had to use as much wall and ceiling space as possible. You can see a video about my storage and organization here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnqnhayfaqllhrM

[@mr.movieclips001]

One of the best videos. Kindly can I ask what gauge is the frame of your squat rack and the attachment to the wall. Please🙏

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks. It’s 11 gauge steel. The uprights are 3 x 3 inches

[@mr.movieclips001]

@@ShreddedDad humbled to recieve your reply. Uprights 3x3 that's noted. What's the attachments dimension? Thanks again mate

[@delhisheart]

Thank you so much 😁 you helped save my money 💰

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@silentzane]

Fantastic video man! Super helpful

[@ShreddedDad]

You’re welcome 👊

[@phenoxfitnessnutrition4189]

Hells yeah buddy! Great content.

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks brother 👊

[@billbeltre]

Great ideas at work here. I appreciate how you put together the cable crossover. I was looking for ways yo pull that off and it's brilliant. Keep up the great work.

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks! You could also have weight at the end of each cable instead of joining them at the middle. Both ways work.

[@billbeltre]

@@ShreddedDad That definitely works as well, but with both tied together, you almost force both left and right sides to work in concert vs. individually and I think you get a better burn. I'll have to try it and find out. Great suggestions!

[@ShreddedDad]

👍👊

[@calmsea1604]

Great set up. Thank you for the video.

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@Ampie187]

This is freaking awesome! Thanks dude

[@ShreddedDad]

You bet! You can also have each cable have it's own weight for the cable crossover (instead of connecting it in the middle).

[@xzibit447]

Amazing video!

[@ShreddedDad]

👊

[@Threedaysextension]

This is well thought. Thanks for the great tips

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome 👊

[@MsKlooney]

Thank you for making this video! The instructions was very clear!

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome. Here's part 2 for different angles on the cable crossovers kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKu9aWidgLZ_Y8k

[@coachbilly6058]

Great instructions!!

[@ShreddedDad]

👊

[@UncleDanBand64]

I have been thinking about doing this. Great job👍🇺🇸

[@ShreddedDad]

It's easy. Just get a pulley and cable that can support enough weight.

[@AlligatormanK]

Really awesome work. Did you know your video was cited in the help instructions for a pulley system I bought on Amazon?

[@ShreddedDad]

No I did not but that’s cool. Do you have the link to it?

[@pkgorday]

Excellent setup! Thank you.

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks! Easy to set up too

[@hothithit7494]

Nice video thanks

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@talhajaved5886]

Thanks for the video! Had one problem with the swivel pulley rubbing as I worked out and creating more un-even resistance any suggestions to fix this?

[@ShreddedDad]

What was it rubbing against?

[@cjdowen5767]

Shredded Dad I had a similar problem. I just bought from the amazon links in the descriptions and my cable coating has split off and detached exposing the bare metal. Have you had any trouble with this?

[@ShreddedDad]

I haven't had this issue. What I'm thinking may be happening is that when you cut the cable's slack it's not on the center of the pulley's roller. Is that what it is? If that's the case you may have to play around with the position of the anchor points.

[@kylejulian5299]

Great video. Where did you get the black metal attachment on the bottom left leg of your rig?

[@patkob2180]

Hi I have a power rack and lift heavy. I need a double low and mid pulley...how could I do this?

[@Tommygimbal]

This is super helpful. Thank you very very much!

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome. Do you have a similar set up? It can work on just about any rack.

[@Tommygimbal]

@@ShreddedDad im just getting started with my home gym built. my dumbbell sets are on their way. I think your setup will complete mine because it doesn'tt need any screw & drilling.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@Tommygimbal exactly. The straps hold everything down.

[@ErikfromEarth]

"Carabiner" is such an odd word. I feel like the video would be at least 3 minutes shorter you didn't say it at all lol. In all seriousness, you're a lifesaver. I was about to spend over $80 for a pulley system and ended up spending about $30 for parts bought individually. Definitely gonna upgrade it soon so I can have a dual like yours. Subscribed!

[@ShreddedDad]

Hey I'm an old guy :) . Is spring link the new word? Glad you liked the video.

[@ErikfromEarth]

@@ShreddedDad Update: Do you have any tips/hacks for cutting the cable at home with basic tools? I feel like it took me longer than it should have with a hedge trimmer and a basic wire cutter.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@ErikfromEarth do you have rose pruners? That's what I used for mine.

[@weshill11]

Awesome video

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks for watching 👊

[@bennettspence7392]

Great video man appreciate you showing this!

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks and you're welcome

[@Ryeeshyng]

Hell yeah. Great video 🤙🏽

[@ShreddedDad]

Thanks 🤙

[@ezstudio3549]

Looking great

[@ShreddedDad]

Thank you

[@Kojimalosophy]

this is an awesome invention! ... although exercise machine manufacturers must hate you 😂

[@ShreddedDad]

🤣 it’s a simple set up anyone can do

[@Awesome8080]

Great video, earned a subscriber

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad you liked it

[@noelv1976]

Nice! No need to drill into my ceiling or creat a hole through my joist 🤣

[@ShreddedDad]

Nope. A rack works just fine.

[@humancaos]

well the rack was drilled into the wall, so you will need to atach it to something that is drilled to the wall or celling

[@HealednDelivered88]

Thanks for this. I'm guessing if you decided to do a Low Cable Crossover, you'll need a few more parts, not exactly the opposite of your high crossover, but a crossover of the crossover and the low pulley system?

[@ShreddedDad]

Yes you need more parts. I made a part 2 video. I also did a video review on the RailTrainer, which is an advanced pulley system with an adjustable cable that let’s you recreate many functional trainer exercises. Search for RailTrainer in my videos and you’ll see it

[@HealednDelivered88]

@@ShreddedDad Thank you. I’ll do that.

[@customisedfitness]

Fantastic set up, I have a similar one. I do recommend, however, to invest into a 20 dollar loading pin as it makes your balance right as you use the system.

[@ShreddedDad]

Where'd you get your loading pin?

[@customisedfitness]

@@ShreddedDad Weight Plate Loading Pin from Amazon/Ebay. Makes a huge difference how you feel the exercise as it keeps the weight plates more in balance when stacked on each other.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@customisedfitness thanks 👊

[@memolibir]

Thanks for the video Which rack are you using. Do the deliver it to Germany ?

[@ShreddedDad]

PRx Performance Pro Rack. I’m not sure if they ship internationally

[@memolibir]

@@ShreddedDad thx for answering :)

[@ShreddedDad]

@@memolibir you’re welcome

[@kierrubi809]

Hiii. Nice vid. Want to ask.. does the cable run smoothly?

[@ShreddedDad]

As long as it stays in the groove of the pulley yes it does. When you cut the cable's slack make sure it's sitting inside the groove.

[@peterbradley4916]

Great stuff!

[@ShreddedDad]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnnygunzfilmbuff7821]

I'm going to make this.

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah dude, go for it!

[@johnnygunzfilmbuff7821]

@@ShreddedDad Ty and I got the material I'll get to it.

[@ivancespedes4624]

Can you go over the cable lenghts to have an idea?. I'm assuming you were able to work all 3 set ups with only 2 cables lenghts right?

[@ShreddedDad]

I used 10 feet for each cable. May be different for you depending on your rack’s height

[@KulDegun]

Awesome video man, the best I could find on youtube.. appreciate it.. I jist bought a new Marcy monster cage set up and this is exactly what Im looking to make. Found some package deals on amazon with 2 heavy duty pulleys, a 2.5m 8mm cable already with double back loops and 2 carabiners for about £24. Just need to get the straps and then Ill make this 👍

[@ShreddedDad]

Awesome. You could also add 2 more pulleys to add low to high. Will probably be making an updated video with that set up soon.

[@KulDegun]

@@ShreddedDad if you make that video will be great as thats what I was trying to incorporate.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@KulDegun if you go on my IG @dadshredded , you can see me using that set up

[@KulDegun]

@@ShreddedDad thanks..will follow your ig 👍

[@gokublack5831]

Can you attach a diy cable system to a Olympic bar on a squat stand on the higest level if you have nothing else I have the short squat stand from rogue and I would use the diy to do high to low cable flys

[@ShreddedDad]

You could probably attach the straps to the bar rests without the bar. I think the bar would be unstable.

[@gokublack5831]

@@ShreddedDad yeah that's the only problem the thing this can be so simple but the people selling make it hard on everyone cause why don't they just sell some stand not to talk just decent height for diy cables maybe s pull-up thing put no you have to buy a tall squat stand that probably fit everywhere or a pull-up tower or risk it not being solid attaching it you wall theres nothing solid in where I live the walls are soft and everything it's not even our house it's rented so I can't

[@joedibartolo6531]

Good job thank you

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@stevesnyder2079]

I was wondering why you didn't use M3 sleeves to clamp the steel wires instead of the clamps shown in video?

[@ShreddedDad]

I saw them but decided to go with the clamps. Either one works.

[@domenicsandri2740]

You’re supposed to remove the vinyl where you’ve attached the saddles and thimbles at the end of the wires. The vinyl adds about 1/16” to the diameter of the wire, so if, for example, you are using 3/16” vinyl coated wires, make sure the pulleys are made for 1/4” wire, not 3/16” wire, otherwise the pulleys will damage the vinyl coating of the wires. Good video.

[@charlesplantjr2814]

Hey, just want to say thanks for sharing your intelligence with us. so we can save that money.

[@ShreddedDad]

You’re welcome 👊

[@exovitae]

Hello, what diameter have you chosed for the cable?

[@ShreddedDad]

Can’t remember what size diameter I picked but it can be anything you want . Pay attention to the weight capacity of the cable and that it fits the pulleys you get

[@exovitae]

@@ShreddedDad well the metal wire cables are not so flexible so diameter does matter, also if the pulley is small you want to have a wire as flexible as possible. I have pulleys that can take 1cm(0.4 inches) cables but probably i should ho with much less. Thanks for the reply though!

[@ivancespedes4624]

Is it possible to have both systems in the same rack?

[@ShreddedDad]

What two systems do you mean?

[@kyle-yo5uj]

Hey man just wondering how much of the 10 feet did you cut? Did you use all of them? Im trying to scale your setup to mine as i am shorter than you lol. Im afraid i might get it too short or too long (adds to the expense if i go excess). Also how high is the bar from which you hung the pulleys?

[@kyle-yo5uj]

im planning to hang mine on a bar i measured at exactly 6 feet high

[@ShreddedDad]

I didn’t cut any of the 10 feet. It’s better to have more cable than to be short. You can always cut off any excess.

[@justingamm6952]

would it be easy to alternate between the cable cross over system and high pulley system or should I just set up both. Also I would be using a pull up bar attached to the wall because I do not have a power rack.

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah it's easy. To go from crossover to high pulley just unhook one of the cables from the carabiner in the middle.

[@justingamm6952]

@@ShreddedDad Oh alright thank you. I'm probably going to use your idea so thank you. If my parent allow me to spend more money do you think this would be a good set up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGnJkICvlrSWo68

[@ShreddedDad]

@@justingamm6952 yeah that's a great set up. Looks like the ones you see at commercial gyms.

[@robixmor5857]

Is there a way to make the weight stable? In my case, the weight goes forward and backward.

[@ShreddedDad]

You can either slow down the exercise or add a chain to the weight so that it touches the ground and slows down the swinging

[@robixmor5857]

@@ShreddedDad thank you for the advice. 👍

[@highbridgetech]

What brand and how much it cost your rack! Thanks in advance.

[@ShreddedDad]

Prices vary but it’s this one here ShreddedDad.com/PRx I did a review video of it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/fX3YhX-qgs1mZtU

[@ramsenrasho4194]

How would a lower cable crossover work? Would it require a double cable pulley at the top for the 2 bottom crossovers to connect to? I cant picture it in my head??

[@ShreddedDad]

Watch part 2 here kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKu9aWidgLZ_Y8k

[@marisolorrala1508]

I want a pulley but for the mid section any recommendations?

[@ShreddedDad]

For the middle of the rack or your mid section (core)?

[@CashPope]

With the fly setup, should I include a pulley on top of the loading pin? This would balance the pulling force, so that one has to exert an equal amount of force on both sides to lift the weight. For example, suppose that I only put a loading pin, and one side exerted a stronger force due to strength imbalance. The load would get lighter for the other side. I am not really familiar with the pulley mechanics

[@CashPope]

In this setup I have to run a long wire through 3 pulleys

[@WayneBaillie-in4ko]

How do I set up a home gym on a budget?

[@ShreddedDad]

Keep an eye out for online deals and local sales on Craigslist or FB marketplace I also have a discounts page with coupons from many companies ShreddedDad.com/discount-gym-equipment

[@ss36836]

Hi, I'm going to try this myself however I've got a double looped wire. So guessing I'll have to take apart the pulley to put it through, what would be the best way to do this?

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah take the pulley apart and put it together once you get the wire in

[@stufftofu]

Brilliant

[@ShreddedDad]

Easy to make 👊

[@stufftofu]

@@ShreddedDad I'm just worried that 10feet of cable maybe too long. My space is a bit more cramp 🤔

[@ShreddedDad]

@@stufftofu just make sure you have enough. If it's too long you can always cut it. It's better to have more than to be short.

[@kylejulian5299]

Could you attach a pulley to the hitch pin and it work the same?

[@ShreddedDad]

Yes you can. That's what I show in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKu9aWidgLZ_Y8k

[@cesarberumen9170]

what is the thickness of the cable you are using?

[@ShreddedDad]

1/8" with a weight capacity of 340 lbs

[@themarclevy]

Thanks!!

[@ShreddedDad]

You're welcome

[@themarclevy]

@@ShreddedDad did it. works great! Thanks.

[@ShreddedDad]

@@themarclevy awesome!

[@queenkaydencalhoun2411]

What can you use if you do not have a cage to hook to

[@ShreddedDad]

What do you have? Just a pull up bar on the wall?

[@bobbycorazzini7036]

About what length were those cables? I have the spud inc high low cable system and those cables are like 6 foot 5 inches

[@ShreddedDad]

10 ft each

[@dkmchui]

the railtrainer you recommended is a better system. This has no tension in the cable at all while not in use. It is better to spend the money and get 1 or 2 railtrainer and call it done.

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah the RailTrainer is for sure much better. This was my first DIY cable system.

[@MrEntaroadun]

How to stop weights doing pendulum motions ? I am afraid they might catch momentum and hit right on face.

[@ShreddedDad]

Do the exercises in a controlled way to avoid a lot of swinging. You can also hang a chain from the weights to the floor

[@jonathanhansen5208]

wear and tear on the straps with heavier weight, why not make secure pin inserts that the carabiners can attach to?

[@ShreddedDad]

You could do that too. I just went with something cheap that could hold a lot of weight.

[@lucasfaria452]

Hello. What's the thickness of the wire? 1/8"?

[@ShreddedDad]

I got 1/8” galvanized coated wire rope with a 340 lbs capacity. Sells for about $0.40 per ft at Home Depot.

[@lucasaraujodefaria2475]

@@ShreddedDad Thanks for the quick and effective reply! Congrats for the video!

[@ShreddedDad]

@@lucasaraujodefaria2475 you’re welcome

[@orlandonieves8658]

in my industry when you refer to " dog tail between legs", we simply say " never saddle a dead horse".

[@ShreddedDad]

I've heard that one.

[@bombhead81]

Hi. Are the thimbles absolutely essential?

[@ShreddedDad]

The thimble helps to retain the loop shape and protects the inside of the loop from friction.

[@bombhead81]

Shredded Dad Thanks. I’m going to look at making this soon. Would you advise 5mm for the thickness of the rope?

[@ShreddedDad]

@@bombhead81 look at the weight capacity. The cable I used is 1/8" with a weight capacity of 340 lbs

[@bombhead81]

What about size of thimbles and clamps? Should they be slightly bigger to fit the rope or the same size as the rope?

[@bombhead81]

Just to elaborate, my coated wire rope is 4mm, do I need 4mm thimbles and 4mm rope clamps? Sorry to be a pain 😊.

[@sebastianeschenbacher5856]

Is a home gym better than a gym?

[@ShreddedDad]

I like it better

[@idelamorte]

The Amazon link for the Delta Quick link is for one that is way smaller than the one in the video.

[@ShreddedDad]

My mistake. Look for another one or use something else than can block a 2" hole. If you find the right size, let me know and I'll update the link in the description. Thanks for letting me know.

[@ShreddedDad]

Ok I found the right link. This one is over 2" long amzn.to/2wNkKFB

[@idelamorte]

I wound up using some cable left over from the build, a few nuts and an old ceiling fan mounting bracket. Thank you for the reply.

[@vishaldilta3217]

Sir what is the cable length ?

[@ShreddedDad]

I bought 2 cables at 10 feet each.

[@truballr32]

I was scrolling to see if someone asked this question and 💥BAM MVP

[@yogainnovations]

Good vid! Improvise with squat rack. Check my new power massager accessory rail mount

[@ShreddedDad]

Yeah, you might have to improvise since all squat racks are different.

[@teamlbs3241]

How long are the cables?

[@ShreddedDad]

The cables I'm using are 10 feet each