How to Repair a Recliner Mechanism
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- Опубликовано: 29 мар 2020
- In this video, we demonstrate how a manual reclining mechanism operates and some of the issues it may have if it's not operating correctly. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions if one arises! We're here to help. thanks!
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Thanks, I like that you leave your mistakes because those are exactly the type we're bound to make ourselves and seeing them helps to watch out for them :)
I completely agree! Thanks for watching!
Yay! I picked up a recliner in new condition at the thrift store and it wouldn’t recline. Literally just the cable had disconnected from the mechanism and your video made it a 60 second fix. Thanks!
Way to go! Glad it helped
Thank you! My wife told me the handle wasn't working a few minutes ago and it ended up being the bolt loose. Thanks for the video! It helped.
Glad it helped!
Great helpful video, helped me figure out how to fix my recliner. Turns out the lever mechanism came loose, easy fix thanks a lot!
Excellent! Glad it helped
Thank you so much. The mech fell off and I had no idea how to fix it and you were so clear and simple I was able to fix it. Thank you very much. Liked and favourited
gavman1988 very glad to hear it! That’s why we’re here
Hey thanks a lot. That was amazing help. We were able to repair our recliner . Yahoo . Happy days are here again ☺️
anitamodak08 very glad to hear it!
Thanks. After watching this guy, I saw him move that small bracket and it was all needed to find my hole to insert spring end. Thanks. A-1.
Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful for you!
Stellar video dude!!!! Thank you, most videos are way more talk than explanation like you bud 🙌
Thanks for watching!
Thank you, this is exactly what I needed to fix our recliner couch after the mechanism fell off.
Thanks for watching ! Glad it helped!
Love the video..... clear, and to the point.
Thanks for watching! We appreciate the support
Thank you for explaining mechanism perfectly.
Happy to help. Thanks for watching
Thanks so much for this video! Now I know what I need to do to fix my recliners. All 4 on both the couch/loveseat stopped working. Such an easy fix now that I know what to do.
Ashley Sharp awesome! Glad we could help!
the323vlog the realese dont go Black What i can do??
Karla rut Hernandez Montes de Oca Feel free to send us an email with more information and pictures of the issue. You can send them to the323concept@yahoo.com
Thanks for the video! A reclining sofa I have broke during a move and the right side of it is sagging in and one of the joints scrapes on the ground there. Would you know of a good place to order a new mechanism? Or would it be better to search for a cheap used recliner I can scrap the mechanism out of?
That is a possibility, but there are so many different models and styles, it is hard to get the exact one. Not impossible though. Where are usually start is with the store where It was purchased from. Bigger companies like Rooms To Go or Ashley‘s usually have the ability to part order mechanisms, and it’s a great way to ensure it’s the exact one that you need.You might even have some luck giving the mechanism a tap with a small two or 3 pound hammer
Thank you so much! Great detailed information!
You are very welcome! Thanks for watching
I have a base very much the same. It has a worn out broken pivot point fastener. The two chair's I have, has been used a lot but have been covered since day one, and still look brand new, so I hate to spend to replace them. The steel fastener looks exactly like the one's on the base in your video. I believe it is some kind of steel type rivet, fitting into a small hole on one arm, and a larger hole on the other.
My question is, do I need to try and replace this with a high speed steel bolt/washer/nuts, or is their a special part I can buy and where to buy it? Thank you.
I personally haven’t seen any parts specifically sold for this in my eight years of doing it. I think you’re on the right track as to finding the high speed bolt/nut/washers for replacement. That’s what I have used in the last and they seem to hold up great.
Thanks for the video. Wonder if you have seen one of these frames that just gets sloppy. The couch and side that is used most often is difficult to open and close when someone is sitting on it. I found that the outside telescoping mechanism is hitting the bottom bar that runs across the floor. You can see that whole side is drooping to the outside. When I compare that reclining mechanism to the other couch that doesn't get used as often it is VERY loose. But I don't find any bolts or connections that are loose when I turn it upside down. Do these just get sloppy over time and use?
Yes! That is definitely what I see . The riveted joints become very loose over time and the mechanism started leaning towards the arms. What I’ve done in the past that sometimes alleviates the rubbing is adding a few washers between the mechanism frame and threaded leg that screws into the mechanism frame. That gives it an extra 1/4” sometimes which is all is needed to prevent it from rubbing...unless it’s drastic
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THANK YOU, all the other videos i have seen talked about the wire replacement but after seeing your video my issue was in the bolt getting loose.
Much appreciated from Saudi Arabia.
Glad it helped!
I've got the same set up but my back seems to come up when I'm trying to relax with it back. I don't see any wing nuts to tighten, like other recliners. What should I do that will help to keep that back fully reclinded when I want it to?
The only alternative I can think of is to replace the springs with something that has less tension.
Thanks a lot for putting this up. My spring mechanism came out and I couldn’t figure out how to put that back in. It was really helpful. Cheers !
My recliner mechanism works but wont lock
Glad it helped
Question - we have an older Flexsteel recliner, which fits our needs perfectly. However the plastic roller which is part of the manual recliner mechanism has broken and won't allow the chair to recline smoothly, {you have to get out of the chair, lift up the front, and pull out the footrest to get it to recline}. I have contacted Flexsteel and have been informed that I would have to replace the whole recliner mechanism, however the chair is too old and the part is no longer available. Do you know if there any way to replace the small plastic roller? Thanks!
Do you mind sending me a picture of the piece you’re referencing? Our email is the323concept@yahoo.com
I know this might sounds like a dumb question but can a manual recliner mechanism be updated to an electric one?
Hi Boon, hey can you tell me the exact name of the basic rivet type of fastener that are all through this frame at the pivot points? I’m wanting to get myself a few for a project I’m working on for my channel but can’t find them anywhere. They are the ones that normally have plastic/nylon washers in between the metals they’re holding together to pivot. Cheer mate.
I’ve never had much luck finding them. Here is something similar that may work, but i usually make do with a bolt, washers and locknut.
www.ebay.com/itm/Furniture-Rehab-Replacement-Metal-Mechanism-Bolt-La-Z-Boy-Compatible-/255243715695?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
@@the323vlog4 Cheers buddy. Yes actually that looks close. I'll probably use a bolts as well 👍
I've just watched this video and I'm so impressed by the way you explain things. It all makes sense, and if you knew my incompetence level with this sort of thing, you'd understand how huge that is. But now I have a very rookie question. How do I get at the skeleton of the chair, as it were? Is there some (preferably easy!) way to remove the outer covering so I can get into the mechanism?
I believe I have a few videos on removing the mechanism that should help out with this this question. Hope this helps
Thank you so much! You saved Christmas!!
My pleasure! Glad it was helpful!
So what should I do if I have this exact recliner setup but as of today the recliner won't stay closed in the down position? It just hits that lever and then flips back up to the reclined position.
I would check and make sure that the lever is mounted correctly. I wouldalso check and make sure that the foot rest is not hitting the arms when trying to close. If those actions don’t work, I would check with the store where you purchased it from and see if they have the ability to order a new one
@@the323vlog4 Could it be the springs? It appears to me that the springs are what hold it down and keep it closed. Then when you pull the lever, it pushes it forward and the springs unspring and it flicks the footrest out.
@@CollinOtten I typically don’t see any issues that are related to the springs, unless it’s completely broken or missing. How long have you had a piece of furniture? Did you notice any springs broken? Are usually don’t see any option to adjust the tension on the springs either, except for maybe once or twice. If there’s a wingnut to tighten or loosen the tension, I would mess with that and see if that helps, but it’s very rare from what I have seen
@@the323vlog4 The couch is only 1 1/2 years old, so nothing should be worn out. I dm'd you on Instagram and could send you some pics there or even facetime you if that would help?
@@CollinOtten Feel free to send the pictures to our email at the the323concept@yahoo.com.
Thank you. This was very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video
Thank you so much for watching. We really appreciate it
I have an issue with glider mechanisms shredding the bushings. Do you know if these bushings can be pressed out and replaced versus having to order an entire new left/right side mechanism? If so, tool for this? Place to buy the bushings (or bushing arms specific to my mechanism)?
I used to work on a specific model that required the removal of the bushings every now and again. They were usually just four bolts and nuts that needed to be loosened to remove them. If you were able to send me some pictures, I can help you out a little more hopefully. Our email is the323concept@yahoo.com
Big thumbs up! My senior mom has a push back Flexsteel recliner that has a foot rest that is difficult to push back in. Do you have suggestions for when the tension is too tight/difficult?
Some recliners have wing nuts that can be adjusted for tension. I’d also recommend some lubricant. I use Mohawk ezslip. Do not use wd40 bc it drips residue everywhere.
Your tutorial is the best I’ve ever seen. You saved me a lot of money! I’m a female, if I can fix my recliner thanks to you, anyone can!
This is so encouraging, thanks!
I’m so glad I found this! How do I fix a bent recliner mechanism?
Unfortunately, there’s not really a long term solution for a bent mech. Occasionally, I’ll have success using a 3 lb hammer straightening it out but the best solution is checking with the store of purchase to see if they order a new one. You could also check the recliner handles website. They usually run approximately $200 and probably another $150-$200 for installation
This video is awesome! I’m having troubles though and wondering if you could help. I have a recliner that hasn’t been working for over a year now. I was just about to throw it out when I took a look and realized it might be fixable! Issue is - it looks like I’m missing a few parts and it’s not super clear to me what parts I need and how they should be configured. Do you have any recommendations? Should I reach out to where I bought it from?
Yes! I would definitely check with the store and see if they still offer the mechanisms. it’s usually really good odds. The mechanisms usually run around $200 and I bet you can find a Furniture technician to install it for less than $200 as well. I bet you can tackle yourself though, good luck and let me know if there’s any more questions!
@@the323vlog4 oh wow, $200 just for the bolt/other little pieces? The chair reclines, just manually by pressing down on the inside. The chair originally cost me $300 so the cost to replace the little piece might make me want to throw it out.
@@carley1696 Well, they usually sell the mechanisms as one whole piece. It’s very rare that I see them part it out. Feel free to send me pictures of the broken pieces and I might be able to help you out. Our email is the323concept@yahoo.com
Great video! Now I can finally fix mine .
Thanks for watching!
It really helped seeing the inside mech, kudos for mentioning difficulty with an upholstered sofa & tbf it wasn't as tricky as I had envisaged, my main concern was loosing a finger or hand if the mech sprang. I managed to save a few quid by removing the cable I wasn't using; COLC being a brit. Mine broke at the lever, the cable end had snapped. All done now with a bit of WD40 to boot.👌✌👍🙏
Awesome work!
QUESTION! I was so happy to find this video. My bolt fell out and I thought I was going to have to give up my recliner. Glad to see I can fix it! However, I'm having a couple of issues. First, my mechanism seems to be backwards. If you put the "ledge" to the outside (as you did the second time around), the place where you connect the cable is facing down - not up. If you swap it so that it is facing up, it is towards the front of the chair and "ledge" is towards the back. Also, I don't see another hole near the bolt hole to hook the spring in. Any thoughts?
I guess mine is backwards, but I found the spring hole and I was able to fix it. Yay! Thanks for the great video!
@@sharonsybrandt4455 awesome! Great job figuring it out. That’s the hardest part
Hi! Great video, thanks for sharing. It was very informative. However, my reclining chair mechanism has broken at the handle-end. The cable has come loose from the handle. Will I need to replace the whole cable?
Yes, in my experience it’s easiest to just replace the whole handle. It should all come as one piece . If you need help locating the part, feel free to on send me pics of it, thanks.
@@the323vlog4 thank you very kindly. Yeah I think they're only around $25AUD. Thanks again for the video, it's really helpful to people like me.
@@Aimia4 my pleasure. Thanks for watching and the support
Thanks. I got my recliner fixed.
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watchjng
Wow🧐 what a piece of ART
Thanks for watching
How can you adjust the reclining counter-balanced linkage in a manual flexsteel recliner. It has too much tension and will not stay in the reclined position.
I am not super familiar with the Flexsteel recliner’s because they are not popular in my market. I have seen some recliners that have a wingnut to adjust the spring tension, so I would look for that and adjust it if it is there. Other than that, unfortunately, I don’t see a lot of adjustment options on most of the recliners I work on
Great, Informative video! It was exactly what I needed to do! And so easy!
Glad it helped!
I have another problem that you might be able to help me with. One of the bars on the mechanism has completely snapped and is broken. I need to replace the bar but there are those small black screws with no slot on them. I suspect they are caps for the tips of the screws, but I can’t seem to get them off. Do you have any idea how to take those off and just work with them?
The ones I’m familiar with are usually 11 mm head heads of aim not mistaken. Feel free to send pictures of what kind you’ve got and I’ll try to help identify it with you. The323concept@yahoo.com
@@the323vlog4 Alright! I just shot you an email.
How do you get a love seat recliner to recline further back? It seems like it was designed to lean back 3/4 of the way. Any way to lean it back all the way?
Typically, the manufacturers install a certain type of mechanism and depending on which style mechanism they used, it may only be one that reclines 3/4 of the way back
I was looking for info on the foot rest portion of the mechanism. While lowering the foot, something bent and is now catching so the seat don’t recline. Can this mechanism be replaced?
I usually start by contacting the store where it was purchased and seeing if they’re able to order parts. If no luck there, you might try recliner-handles.com
At 4:20, what is the metal bar called that looks like it goes into the white piece? RIGHT beside the nut you're talking about.
That is called the drive tube
Love this video. One side of my couch recliner scrubs the floor and has caused damage to my hardwood floor. Could you tell me what cause this and how to fix this? Thank you.
I would imagine your recliner mechanism is bent and leaning causing it to hit the floor. I would try to flip it over and inspect your mechanism to see if there’s visual signs of leaning/bent areas . It will more than likely need a full mechanism replacement. I usually start by checking with the store where purchased
Where can I find that exact button mechanism replacement part? I don't see a link in the description box.
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Do you know where I can find replacement parts for the lever mechanism? I need a spring, bolt, and spacer :(
Do you mind sending pictures of the parts to our email at the323concept@yahoo.com?
I need the same
@@marvinwofford1366 www.ebay.com/itm/Sofa-recliner-Trigger-Mechanism-Furniture-Release-/154267840657?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
Is there a way to tighten the back reclining mechanism? I have a Cheers brand manual glider recliner loveseat that won't stay reclined. The foot rest will stay up but the back constantly comes back into the sitting position from reclining because its so loose. I love the recliner but that part is so annoying. Constantly fight it and pushing back against the back of the chair to stay in the reclining position.
Most of them don’t have any adjustments. You can tighten the KD brackets. You might look into replacing the springs with ones with a different tension
@@the323vlog4 it doesn't have springs for the back of the chair, just the footrest so I'm not sure if a whole different mechanism will fix it. I wish they had springs in the rear of the chair for the back rest. Any ideas? I love the chair but this is irritating. I have to climb clear up on the back of the chair once I get it reclined to try to keep it in place but if I breath the chair goes back to the sitting position.
Awesome video with great breakdown, I thought I had a latch problem but after pulling recliner apart it looks just like that mechanism but when I go to close footrest it gets right to the point it breaks over and closes but doesn't do it on its own(footrest wouldn't latch was why I tore it apart) any ideas on what could be wrong?
Hard to say without looking at it. Possibly a spring issue? The lever isn’t getting in the way of the mechanism, is it?
@@the323vlog4 I was thinking of trying springs to see if that helped, it closes fine without footrest on but with footrest on its like it doesn't have enough power to close enough to latch
@@mrstormrc I’ve also seen instances where the material runs the arm frames and keeps it from closing properly
Hey I have a question. I have a electric recliner that is making a squealing/rubbing noise and it seems to be coming from the plastic slider on the metal sliding bar. Can you lubricate these? And If so, what type of lubricant or grease would work? It's only 8 months old. It's a southern motion. I hope you can help me! Thanks.
Are use Mohock easy slip lubricant, but it’s not readily available at the stores. I would recommend maybe trying a garage door lubricant. If you lubricate down there, I would also recommend putting protection for your floor underneath the mechanism just in case it leaves a residue.
@@the323vlog4 thank you!
Hi my recliner swivels but it is hitting something that stoped it from rocking. If I lean in the chair one way or the other it starts rocking again. It seems to be running on something just as I start to rock back. Can you suggest anything that could remedy this problem?
Hard to tell without looking at its 9/10 times it’s bent and hitting itself . I like to flip them over and rock them to see if I can identify the issue
I recently bought a Lane push back recliner,tension is tight,unable to recline.Any sugggestions on what to do,possibly video directions.Thank you for your help.
I do not currently have a video of the subject, however, there is a recliner repair RUclips channel and I believe he has one available
Good video, im having problems with mines & there is power at the transformer & the switch but when i press the button for the recliner to lean back nothing happens, i do notice that when i press the button which is lighted up all the time the light flashes off when i push tne button which it never did that before or i never noticed it would go off when pressed, so im asking you is that a sign that the switch is bad & if thats normal then can you give me an ideal how & what to check - i did notice when the problem started it would work here & there but now it does not work at all - please if you can point me in the right direction that would be grate thanks
I would definitely start with replacing the switch. It sounds like that is the issue.
@@the323vlog4 do you sell them, & if not can you again point in the right direction
@@FAMILIA-TV if it’s the round two button switch, I’d recommend this one. It comes with a USB port.
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@@the323vlog4 thank you my friend, that’s the exact button I have now but I will buy another one & the funny thing is I just bought this recliner from Amazon 3 months ago & spoke to a rep who told me the vendor who sold me the recliner does not offer warranty as well as no support which is strange but it was only $400 which I won’t bitch about I was going to buy one from Amazon for a thousand but I don’t like the ideal if something goes wrong Amazon tells me there off the hook cause there just a go between so a lot depends on the vendor
@@FAMILIA-TV that stinks! The switches are pretty easy to replace! I have a video on here showing how to do it if you need one. REPLACING REGULAR POWER SWITCH WITH ONE THAT WILL CHARGE YOUR PHONE!
I know this is long past when this video was put out, but do you have any ideas on why one side of a recliner mechanism would be dragging the floor beneath?
It’s more than likely bent and leaning to one side, usually the outside arm side. I’d flip it over and see if you can spot visible signs of leaning on the mech. Sometimes you can get lucky and order new mechanisms through the store of purchase
@@the323vlog4 thanks got the reply. These things are just over a year old and started this issue way too soon. I looked shortly after posting the comment looking addy the mech trying to figure what could be done. I did find some bending in one. I am going to flip it and dig a little deeper to see if I can repair it. I should've taken advantage of the warranty while I had the chance.
Amazing I had an issue and watching the way this works really helped me problem solve my issue and fix it. Thank u
Glad it helped! Thanks!
Hey man, I recently received a barely used, power lumbar/headrest from a relative. The recliner and lumbar works, but not the headrest. I noticed in the back, there's a plug that isn't plugged in, and can't find anywhere to plug it in at. Any advice to get the headrest working?
Trace the wires coming out of your seat motor. They usually split into 3-4 wires, going to the headrest, lumbar and power switch
Hey! I am currently having an issue where the Back Rest Mount on the right side of my chair is like stuck in recline mode. the bracket has some play compared to the left side. Any Ideas where to trouble shoot?
Can you send me some pictures/video of what it’s doing and I’d be happy to try and help
Diagnose it. Our email is the323concept@yahoo.com
Hi, I'm trying to find out where the springs go for the footrest. Both mine had broken and like an idiot I didn't look while I still had one spring remaining. I see an L type bracket in the wooded frame. is that where it gets mounted to??
It’s really hard to say because every model is different. I would definitely look for little holes that jt could hook into. If possible, go to the store where it was purchased and use the floor model as a model to take pictures of :).
@@the323vlog4 well that will be an issue being that I've had this chair over 10 years...lol. I thought about going to Big Lots and looking under one. It's a Lane recliner. I was able to find the springs for it though.
@@the323vlog4 I figured it out. There were two L brackets with a small hole and just finding the right pin on the scissor frame to connect it to
@@Smalltechguy awesome!
Mine has some give on one side and is loose so it’s uneven on both reclining sides.
Do you have a video where the mechanism doesn't lock in place i.e. foot rest doesn't stay down, always springs up and how to fix that issue?
I do not have one of that issue yet. I will try my best to do one in the near future if I come across one. Thanks for the suggestion
I got a couch and when you sit down if feels like the couch is going to collapse because it shakes so much. Some of the joints on the mechanism seem really loose. Is there a way to tighten these connections again so that it won’t wobble so much?
Great question. There are a few places where screws and bolts can be tightened. If you look at the mechanism, there are the scissor springs on the left and right and those are connected by a handful of metal tubes usually. I would start hh tightening all of those connections(usually 4 bolts per tube). Then, I would check where your mechanism connects to the wooden seat frame. There are typically 6 or less screws/bolts on each side . The scissor spring itself usually has around a dozen riveted joints that are not able to be tightened. There is a typical amount of play in those joints. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, I would recommend checking with the store of purchase to see if they’re able to part order a new mechanism for you.
@@the323vlog4 right, so I flipped it over and it seems like all the “play” is in the riveted connections. Is it possible to remove the rivets and replace it with bolts. What would be the most economical way that you would recommend haha
@@MrBeastmania you could try it if you want to go that route. Get a good titanium drillbit and drill it out and replace with a grade 8 bolts and put washers between every piece of movement so you have room to play. You might also add some lubricant on the washers
@@the323vlog4 okay, thank you!
@@MrBeastmania No problem, thanks for watching!
My recliner has a usb port in between the up and down buttons and before it stopped working it would light up blue. Now that my chair doesnt work the inverter thingy has the green light showing theres power but my switch does not light up blue. Do you think tbat could be related to the motor or the switch?
More than likely the switch. I would definitely start there! If it’s a sofa and you have a switch on the other side, you could always pull it off to test it.
Very nice and very informative best video i ever see. Greetings from New York
Much appreciated!
Can you show how a Berkline push button manual release mechanism works? Mine is broken. The footrest will not stay shut and when I turn it over I cannot figure out how it would lock in place to begin with. That makes it hard to determine what needs to be replaced/repaired.
I don’t come across hardly any berkline recliners in my area but I’ll keep my eye out just in case.
I have an Ashely manual recliner, model 7528, that will not stay in the upright position.
I will be setting in it and all of a sudden it goes into the reclining position.
To get it back to the upright position I flip the recliner on it's side push the mechanism into the upright position.
Last night it even went into the reclining position with no one setting in it.
Do you have any idea how to fix it?
Sounds like a tension issue. Maybe the spring is too much tension not allowing It to lock in place correctly. I’d also check to make sure the footrest isn’t interfering with the arm frames
@@the323vlog4 Is there anyway to adjust the tension?
I ended up putting a couple of nylon wire ties around the frame to hold it place.
Hi. I can’t get my reclining sofa foot rest to latch or catch when putting down to close. Is there a way to adjust it to close? Thanks for reply/help.
I would flip it over and see if you can tell what is keeping it from closing. Sometimes there is an issue with the lever activator getting in the way.
Is the mechanism that holds the bushing and spring supposed to be kind of floppy when tightened? Mine is. It won’t push it open? Help?
No, it should be fairly secure. Maybe the bushing is the wrong direction? Feel free to send some photos of it to the323concept@yahoo.com and I’ll see if I can help.
Hi Nice Video, how can I weld a broken piece or replace a whole frame? Looks exactly like this one in the video, any parts places in the uK?
I have another video on replacing the mechanism that may help you out!
Do you have a situation where the recliner wont latch shut? Its always been difficult since we got it new and now its not locking shut at all. Its a recliner/rocker for a nursery. I can push the leg rest down fully, but it does not lock shut. Ive been staring at the undercarriage for an hour and lubricated everything.
Sometimes the fabric on the edges of the footrest can be causing problems. Other times, the latch/lever activator could be in the way of it closing properly. Those were the most common problems I used to encounter
@the323vlog4 I've tried messing with the release latch to see if it's the issue, but it looks a bit different than the one in this video
@alyssahasselberg6532 it could potentially be a spring issue as well if one came off or it was originally installed in the wrong location
I was able to replace the cable and the handle. But when I pull the handle something is preventing the foot rest from lifting. If I pull slightly on the foot rest itself, then it opens, if I push on the back of the recliner a little, it also opens. But it doesn't open the way it used to before the handle broke. Any ideas what might be preventing it from working properly?
In my experience, That is usually an indicator that the foot rest is rubbing and stuck on the arm when trying to open. You may have to remove the fabric from around the foot rest and trim it down or it could also be an indicator that the arm is bent and leaning which is usually related to a frame issue at the bottom rear where the arm frame meets the seat frame
@@the323vlog4 Thanks, apparently it seems the new handle even though I hooked it up to the old cable, somehow ended up being a few millimeters long, and wasn't quite enough pull to open the mechanism. I tried using one of the other holes for the end of the cable, and now it seems to be ok. Probably should have replaced the cable too, but it wasn't broken, so I decided to leave it for now.
Great video! Thank you very much for through explanation. It would be even better if the background music's volume is a bit less.
Thank you! Taking that into consideration for future videos. This was one of my earlier videos where I’m still learning on the editing side. I appreciate the feedback and grace in which it was delivered
Thank you. Helped me fix my in-laws’ chair.
Thanks for watching! I’m glad it was useful to you!
Almost what I needed, the other end broke or slipped out. What’s on the other end? Where do you find replacements?
Feel free to send me images of what broke. You can send them to our email at the323concept@yahoo.com
If one of the big metal rivets (not sure what to call it) metal rivets/bolts that allows the mechanism to flex/open, extend recliner bar breaks. Can a Clevis single hole pin be used to replace it. Will it hold? Have you used this method of fixing before? Thanks.
I have not. I bet it would hold though. You would want washers between the moving parts though. I used a grade 8 bolt once and it held up well
Quick question for you i have a recliner that is acting up after lookig all around i found out that the white plastic next to your index finger at time frame 4:23. That part is broken on mine any suggestions where i could replace this part. Please and thank you for the help
I would search for recliner drive tube grommet or bushing. Pay attention to the size of your drive tube to get the right one
Thank you so much, I knew my pull handle was broken but when I got in there I thought the whole mechanism was broken, I didn't understand that the lever just pushed on the frame to release it.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching
Mine is an older Bradington and Young reclining sofa. We just had the some of the leather replaced but now one of the fasteners at a pivot point in the mechanism has worn through. Where can i get a replacement? The fastener looks just like the ones that were in the mechanism that you had in this video.. Thanks for any assistance!
I haven’t been able to find them. I typically use grade 8 bolts and washers between the joints with some lubricant to help with movement
Can you tell me what type of tool I need to tighten the screws on a manual recliner? I've tried regular screwdrivers but the space is tiny and doesn't seem to fit
I use a 12” extension bit.
can you show where springs go on Lane recliner repair old style leaver action missing springs foot rest I', missing at least 2 springs not sure where they go or what style springs it wont stay up thanks
Unfortunately, I don’t have that information. You could potentially contact A lane mechanism manufacturer, and they might be able to provide a diagram of their mechanism assemblies
Your concept looks great and thank you for that. Can you please tell me if that would be the case for my 1986 MBZ 300sdl front seat. The recliner rattles and does not go backwards when I push the button. Please help me!
Not quite sure. I’d have to evaluate it
I have one that does not want to stay down the handle is working properly but it just doesn’t seem to want to stay down any ideas or videos addressing that issue? Thanks
I have seen a few things affect this. One, the lever activator is not latching correctly, possibly interfering with the mechanism closing. Second, the footrest might be hitting the armrests not allowing g proper closure. third, possible spring issue, not enough tension
Really well done video. My problem is that the leg rest comes up, but it does not lock down again (or only does one out of around 30 times). Please tell me how to fix that.
Can YIu shoot me a video of what it’s doing? Our email is the323concept@yahoo.com
Good evening, I'd like to know how to find the lever mechanism with the bolt and nut? My chair looks just like that underneath but missing that whole piece, leaving the wire/cable hanging freely..
This one? Hope this helps!
www.ebay.com/itm/Sofa-recliner-Trigger-Mechanism-Furniture-Release-/154303443192?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292
@@the323vlog4 Thank you very much!!
@@reneshawilliams2194 you’re very welcome. Glad we could help
Hi! I guess my problem goes beyong that, I hope you can give me a hint! My recliner break one metal part of the frame, it is attached with some kind of rivets. May that part be replaceble?
I’ve had some luck using regular bolts, nuts and washers between the moving parts.
@@the323vlog4 Thanks! Now I need to find the part that I need to replace. It has been a hardbtime already... how can I contact you to send you a picture of the part?
@@wixx72 feel free to send to the323concept.com
Sorry? The323concept@yahoo.com
@@the323vlog4 email sent! Thanks!
Ok but do you have a video about how to fix the “ROCKING PART” I have a sofa that has the recliner/lever. The lever works. Pull lever and the foot rest pops out. Now my sofa doesn’t rock anymore. Could you please help? Thank you
I don’t have a video on that subject, but the only thing I can think of that would prevent it from rocking is part of the metal mechanism Broken is catching. I would definitely flip it on its front end and inspect the mechanism thoroughly and see if anything looks off.
Question, I have a recliner sofa. I noticed that the back of one of them was leaning back. I took off the back and the connector one one side that's on the mechanism bent and the whole wood frame of the sofa back is a mess. I need to replace the connector, where do you recommend I find one. I can't locate a parts dealer online.
sofarehab.com.au/product/recliner-sofa-kd-connecting-bracket/
Thank you…my recliner handle pops loudly on rotation to normal position. Any suggestions?
It sounds like it may be bent and hitting itself when opening. I would try opening and closing it while someone views underneath to see if they can identify where it may be hitting each other
Where do u get a replacement for the white plastic bearing that the square metal rod goes through?
Possibly on eBay. You might also try recliner-handles.com
Any suggestions where to get a replacement part for the lever? I inherited a recliner and looks like that lever is missing and someone just stuck the cable into the hole that used to hold the lever.
I have found them on eBay before. Let me see if I can locate one
www.ebay.com/itm/Sofa-recliner-Trigger-Mechanism-Furniture-Release-/154806800258?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
So I have a the bar lever. That square piece broke. (Right under where the lever connects in this video) what to I look up to replace it.
They are called drive tubes. Recliner-handles.com used to have them. Or maybe on eBay
Hello. I have a manual recliner sofa. My first problem was not being able to open the foot rest. I took the handle off and saw that cable was broken. I fix that but now l can’t get the recliner to close. It pops open every time l try to shut it. I hear that it is not locking. Do you have a video for this problem?
I do not have a video of that issue yet. I’d check with lever activator that responds on the mechanism when pull g the handle and make sure it’s connected properly.
I’ve got a recliner in a sofa that had a rivet break on one of the arms that has a spring. Ever had to replace a rivet or been able to fix with a small bolt? Great video.
Thanks! Yeah, I’ve had success using bolts (make sure it’s not too long) and washers in between moving parts(lubrication helps)
I was just able to slip a bolt and locking nut in and now it’s working! I’m getting a new couch to replace this 12 year old one, but this repair will get me by until the new one arrives.
@@bottomup12 nice!
I have that exact mechanism and that red ring you see is connected to a piece and one of the metal levers it was holding together broke off of it , the hole is intact though how do I fix?
It sounds like you need to order a new lever
I love this video. I am having problems with my handle barley moving. I do not see a cable at all. The handle barley moves the metal bar attachment before the mechanism catches on a flat bar that connects to the mechanism. I wish I could send you a picture.
Feel free to send one to our email at the323concept@yahoo.com
I replaced the handle but I can’t get the footrest to lock into the closed position. I think that because the handle was broken someone pulled the footrest out manually and broke something. Do you have any advice?
In would check the lever activator on the mechanism. It’s the piece the cable ties into that attached to the mechanism
@@the323vlog4 I have a recliner with a handle the spring broke. I cannot figure out how the spring goes back on to keep the footrest and the handle down so it won’t pop up. The spring is an inch and a half long any suggestions or video would help
I have a recliner with exact the same mechanism. It is very hard to recline. Does it have any adjustment to make it easier to recline? Thank you.
Carlos Alvarez not on this one. What I usually do is lubricate all of the riveted joints with a product called Mohawk ez slip. Sometimes the mfr mounts the footrest too close to the arms and that can create rubbing issues and make it hard to open.
@@the323vlog4 Thank you. They are awfully tight. Sometimes takes two people to recline the thing. I will try to find that product here in Costa Rica.
Carlos Alvarez sounds good! Good luck
I have a recliner mechanism that has actually snapped at several of the metal points and I’m looking to replace it. Any ideas on where to go to get a replacement?
I’d check recliner-handles.com
I have 2 recliners pull cable but when I open it and put my legs up the leg rest starts to close I am 6' tall. Ot does not stay up do I need a shorter spring
That’s where I would start. Maybe one with more tension, not necessarily shorter. Good luck!!
What is the name of the little hook/latch thing that “pushes everything into action” mine is slightly damaged and is what I need to fix
I call it a mechanism lever activator. Or trigger release . Try eBay
@@the323vlog4 I found it under the first one, thank you so much.
My pleasure
I have a new reclining rocker. I cant get the part that holds my feet when the chair us reclined to go down easily and stay down. Its hard to get back into place. Any ideas that could help????
If it’s new, you may check with store of purchase and see if they have a technician who can evaluate it in person. the recliner repair guy has a video on this subject, but one of the most common things I see is the frame of the arms blocking the footrest from too much padding.