I'm having trouble getting the 4x6 beam more than 10% into the hardware, even after sanding it down a bunch. I'm reluctant to push it further as it might get stuck half way in. Any suggestions? I'm having trouble getting the 4x6 beam more than 10% into the hardware, even after sanding it down a bunch. I'm reluctant to push it further as it might get stuck half way in. Any... » Read More I'm having trouble getting the 4x6 beam more than 10% into the hardware, even after sanding it down a bunch. I'm reluctant to push it further as it might get stuck half way in. Any suggestions? « Show Less
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Chuck, probably nothing more than you've already considered: 1) more sanding, 2) a different 4x6 or 3) drive the hardware onto the 4x6 with a heavy hammer (I did this on one of my swing set set-ups . . . but would have been difficult to remove if I needed to.) Good luck.
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Hi Nana. Stubborn little thing isn't it? When I first tried it, I thought " Wow! This thing ain't right!", but it's just made that way. I assume that's because the assembly has a slight spring pressure that keeps it from coming apart before you're ready. There are two small "nubs" on the shaft of the orange plastic assembly that prevent the thing from just coming apart. You need to exert a little more force and it comes right out. I wouldn't use pliers or a screwdriver...well maybe a screwdriver (extra vodka please !)... but not a mechanical device. I hope this helps you out. ( It seems to come out easier each consecutive time.) Have a great day. Tony Hi Nana. Stubborn little thing isn't it? When I first tried it, I thought " Wow! This thing ain't right!", but it's just made that way. I assume that's because the assembly has a slight spring pressure that keeps it from coming apart before you're ready. There are two small "nubs" on the shaft of the orange plastic assembly that prevent the thing from just coming apart. You need to exert a little more force and it comes right out. I wouldn't use pliers or a screwdriver...well maybe a screwdriver (extra vodka please !)... but not a mechanical device. I... » Read More Hi Nana. Stubborn little thing isn't it? When I first tried it, I thought " Wow! This thing ain't right!", but it's just made that way. I assume that's because the assembly has a slight spring pressure that keeps it from coming apart before you're ready. There are two small "nubs" on the shaft of the orange plastic assembly that prevent the thing from just coming apart. You need to exert a little more force and it comes right out. I wouldn't use pliers or a screwdriver...well maybe a screwdriver (extra vodka please !)... but not a mechanical device. I hope this helps you out. ( It seems to come out easier each consecutive time.) Have a great day. Tony « Show Less
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Welcome to the club my friend! I took a look at some youtube videos to see how to put it together and the pieces don't really fit well but I was still able to put it all together with some help and since then I have kept it that way.
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We just pulled pins out then pushed up with force. Make sure angles are straight. Then get someone strong to help you. Kind of felt like forcing, but after locked it was very sturdy as you would want it.
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Your not alone, it's a little tricky. I put one side in and hold that side close to the ceiling, then I get the other side started and push it up. It may take one or two try's. Good Luck
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I have this problem, too. The nut doesn't seem to be threaded all the way through, and so can only screw so far onto the long allen bolt - leaving the flanges hanging loose. Not obvious what to do.
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I ran into the same issue. After I got the rest of it tightened, I laid the whole thing down horizontally, undid the screws that were holding those two L & R legs, made sure the leg pieces were then flush, and put the screws back in. This time, with the whole thing horizontal, it was much easier to screw the screws/bolts together. And I had to get it SUPER tight before it wasn't wobbly. But it did eventually work great. Hope this helps!
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I had the same problem. My solution was my local Homedepot (or any hardware store) and purchased 1/4 thread rod and a union ( joins 2 threaded rods), cut it to fit and works great. Just take one of your end pieces with you and explain to an associate you dilemma and they will gladly set you up.
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I had to redo the setup like three times because I wasn't getting the side brackets, that the rails sit on, perfect. I ended up using a block with a ledge on the edge of the table so I could butt the brackets against and get all four perfect. I had my brother tighten the bolts for me while I held the brackets in place up against the blocks. Then there was still a little friction. I ended up using some dry lubricant on the slides and I stopped using the clamps on the slides because they were causing binding. Once I did that, the problems went away. First and foremost, the setup has to be right on so that you eliminate binding problems. I had to redo the setup like three times because I wasn't getting the side brackets, that the rails sit on, perfect. I ended up using a block with a ledge on the edge of the table so I could butt the brackets against and get all four perfect. I had my brother tighten the bolts for me while I held the brackets in place up against the blocks. Then there was still a little friction. I ended up using some dry lubricant on the slides and I stopped using the clamps on the slides because they were causing binding. Once I did that, the problems went away. First and foremost, the setup has to be... » Read More I had to redo the setup like three times because I wasn't getting the side brackets, that the rails sit on, perfect. I ended up using a block with a ledge on the edge of the table so I could butt the brackets against and get all four perfect. I had my brother tighten the bolts for me while I held the brackets in place up against the blocks. Then there was still a little friction. I ended up using some dry lubricant on the slides and I stopped using the clamps on the slides because they were causing binding. Once I did that, the problems went away. First and foremost, the setup has to be right on so that you eliminate binding problems. « Show Less
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I had only one problem. The last section I had put together, I had only to reverse it. Otherwise the instructions were OK.. I am 70 years old. Don't give up. If every part islabeled properly, it should go together fine. Larry
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It isn't easy as they are hard to hold and manipulate. I just worked at it, turning them like screws to try to get them into the space. I got all but one in and finally gave up on the last one as it wasn't going to be seen anyway. Good luck.
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Hi Katie! My husband had the same issue and tried several screwdrivers to screw them in as much as they would go, but he could only get them to screw about half way in. While not ideal, the top part felt very sturdy even with half of the screw in each pole. He covered those screws with the small, circular foam piece for that section and then put the netting over top of that, and it has held up very well to my kids crazy bouncing. I wish the screw holes were a bit bigger so that those screws actually could fit into them. We were afraid to try and drill bigger holes for fear then they would be too wide and the screws would not hold at all. If you do find a good solution, please share!! =)
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The instructions say to put the bolts on "finger tight." This did not work for me, either. I would suggest just engaging the threads of the bolts with the nuts until all the bolts are in place. Mine still needed bonking with a wooden mallet I happened to have. Aggravating, but it's quite sturdy now.
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So did I at first. Start with the longest at the bottom and go up as the pieces get smaller. It is better if there is soneone else to help you hold it together while putting it together. Also, don't tighten the bolts completely because you may need to tap each level to make sure it is even and level where the two sections of each level fit together. I love it after I finally gotvit together. You will know if the sections are not level because your cookware will rock back and forth and not sit level. Good luck
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I've disassembled several times and reassembled w no problems. Remove spring loader for staples. Remove all screws - chrome one last. Watch for a short dowel that fits in a slot in the "works" and slides in parallel ridges - that are molded in each half of the body. It's the only part that's not an obvious fit. Of course I had to remove a couple of jammed staples. Take a phone photo of the internals asap after separating the halves. That helps. If everything's in place - including the dowel that acts as the pivot point for the spring unit - the top half fits with use a little jiggle. Put in shiny screw first but not tight. Then the black screws - tightening as u go. Tighten shiny last. Takes 20 mins the "2nd" time u do it. And of course patience
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I had to raise my light bulb base up to make them tight. I had a standard 6" can light, which i had to completely unscrew wing nut on bulb base bracket, move bracket up, and rescrew in then they worked fine.
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You need to find a strong beam in your house or use the door frame. Use strong hooks and drill them in place it is not all that difficult just make sure it is safe.