Rocking Seat fix longevity

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May 23, 2011 | 03:00 PM

BigRobDsp

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From: Rockwall Texas

Rocking Seat fix longevity

I used this fix for the rocking seat problem:
http://www.lieblweb.com/c5seatfix.html

does anyone have any idea how long this should last? I would like to think that the Nylon washers that I used will be permanent fixes, but wasnt sure.

May 23, 2011 | 03:37 PM

dougbfresh

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The nylon will most likely fracture with age/use so I doubt it will last for more than a few years, especially if you move the seat a lot.

May 23, 2011 | 04:07 PM

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mine is already loosening up after 6 mo.

May 23, 2011 | 07:16 PM

baxsom

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why couldnt you use metal washers the same way and just cut them to fit like the nylon ones?

May 24, 2011 | 09:09 AM

BigRobDsp

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If the nylon ones fail, I will use aluminum and re-do it.

May 24, 2011 | 09:14 AM

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May 24, 2011 | 11:05 PM

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do a search for my "lazyman's fix for the rockin' seat"...much simpler way to go...

May 25, 2011 | 09:07 AM

melvingregory

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I repair the rocking chair problem with steel washers. It takes longer to grind them down to fit properly, but I know they will last. Did my driver (98) four years ago and it's still okay. Make sure you use some good lube/grease on the worm gear. The wear on that and the aluminum block were my only concern with using steel. But, it's been four years and still okay.