How to Make a Videotape Rewinder

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Using pliers

   But don't bend the loops! , Also, at about 1" in on the opposite side of the right angle, and small "c" shape should be made pointing down.
   
   The width of this shape is crucial, and should be approximately 3/5" wide.
   
   If you are rewinding a Beta tape, the C-shape should be 7/10".
   
   If you are rewinding an 8-millimeter tape, it should be 2/5" wide. ,,, In no time, the video tape will have been rewound.
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   Step 2: untwist a standard wire hanger into a long

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   Step 3: straight line.

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   Step 4: Then cut this in half.

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   Step 5: Bend the paper clip so that the two loops are at a right angle with each other.

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   Step 6: Bend the hanger into a shape wherein it is straight until the very end

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   Step 7: where about a 3" part of the wire should bend at a 90 degree angle.

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   Step 8: Push the paper clip into the release hole of the tape.

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   Step 9: Press the C-shaped end of the rewinder into the take-up reel.

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    Step 10: Hold the paper clip in the reel-release hole and turn the crank arm with your other hand.

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