What's the trick to keeping the arms tight? I've tightened them until they're nearly stripped, and within a day or two they're loose again.
1987484
Go to your local hardware store like Lowe's or Home Depot and ask for them to show you where the THREAD SEALER is located. It comes in two strengths and they come in a little tube. One is a blue color and the other one is a red color. One is for home use and the other is a industrial strength, a little bit goes a long way. Both are really good, it will lock the bolts in place and will not loosen. I use it on everything from chairs, cars, and my motorcycle. Use this product and you will never have to tighten another bolt as long as you own that chair!!!
1987485
there is no trick. i have to tighten the arms at least once a month which is bothersome.
1987486
put lock tight on the screws and let dry per directions, mine have not been loose since. you have to put it on correctly or it will not work.
1252495
You can pull the cords to tighten them. You might also try a little lubricant under the cords.
2245786
There us no need to even come close to having them that tight. Use the wrench that comes with it. I snuged mine up by hand .
2110736
Get a screwdriver and really get in there, it'll tighten! Just took a lil more than a few twists.
123442
Mine aren't lose but i think i know what you mean about those connections. Make sure you have the washers on. i used a socket wrench to tighten everything & it made a big difference in keeping everything tight
1845408
Hi Wailam, I was not able to loosen them as mine were riveted. Hope this helps.
123443
Well they shouldn't be loose when you first put it together or at least mine wasn't. make sure that the washer that is curved or warped to fit the bar is flush against the bar. those two legs loosen a little on mine because i stand on them when stepping up to the dip bars. i've tightened them when they get loose and they will last 2 or 3 sessions before tightening again. hope this helps.
1516445
My come loose immediately. But there are lot of thread so the barbells don't come off. But if I curl I have to tighten them in between each set of reps.
1743015
I'd say it's a defective unit. If you can't tighten it up, I'd get another one. Both mine are tight and work great.
1645244
I have recently moved. and it's still packed. but if I remember right the little band turns and it loosens and you put them in and then tighten them. if you can't get it. I will keep checking back and as soon as I unpack it , I will check here. or ask the seller maybe ? Sorry I don't think I"m much help
503206
Don't tighten the screws all the way until you have them all in. Just thread the screws enough to hold in place. Good luck.
592679
You can also adjust them if you use the long hole. Make the arms wider or tighter.
518253
Unless pinned or something they would come off. Even walking around a bit seems to loosen them. Although I do suck at wrapping, still running is out.
328821
I believe if you tighten the bolts securely, the arm will not move freely. But suggest you check with the manufacturer to be certain
407827
I think it must be a defective batch. We use ours everyday and they are still holding tight. Maybe have amazon ship out some new ones?
495096
Well, they have to be pretty stiff to prevent them coming undone easily, I guess. However, you do need strong thumbs!
1437293
Other than experiencing some tightness from the exercises, I too haven't seen much improvement. Maybe we should contact the company. They oughtto post a youtube post. I followed the directions on the pamphlet...Not sure if this helps you.