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Hang / move large tv by myself? Is there a tool?

I have a 75inch Samsung Frame tv on the wall.  I need to be able to take it down.  I cannot do this alone.  However, I figured there's got to be some cool tool I can use as a "helper".  Like an adjustable saw horse to use on one side.  A mini crane.  Something to support one side while I unhook it from the wall..

I've found some interesting possibilities like: farm jacks, fastcap poles, automotive cranes (big and expensive)..

Anyway, I'm surprised there isn't a product out there directly made for something like this.

I was trying to NOT have to build something but open to all ideas.


dtximages

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dtximages OP
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I think I got it!  I need an electric standing desk.. Most raise to 48 inches and the bottom of my tv is only 43 inches.  

I'll build a cradle out of wood and carpet it for safety.  Scoot the desk right under the tv and raise it up so the wood assembly grabs the bottom and hoists it up, then lean  it over onto a slanted wood carpeted back that I'll make..

I'm a little surprised there's not a better option.  

My second option is the Air Bag TV Drop mentioned above.  That serves this purpose and is also fun for the whole family.
dtximages OP
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@fatdaddy2  There are a couple of problems with asking friends. 

1. New neighborhood in new suburb so I don't know many of my neighbors.

2. I need this done whenever I want.  I'm not sure how long it'll take me to do all I need to do behind the tv.  So it could be late night.

3. I enjoy making jigs like this and need to use my tools lest my wife continue to complain about them.
dtximages OP
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Yeah I'm going to do some cleanup work and tinkering while the TV is down. Either way, there needs to be a solution for this. Most of us like to move things around, get new tvs, etc... and we don't want to have to bother a friend every time we need help.  

I actually ended up buying a Husky adjustable workbench from Home Depot.  It'll be here saturday.  I may try to jimmy up a jig for the tv to rest on while I grab the other side.

Trust me, I won't take too many chances with this TV. If I attempt this, I'm going to be darn confident that there won't be a blooper moment.
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