We had a couple of recliners that were made to NOT look like a recliner. I had asleep apnea and before I got a cpap I tried to let my wife get some sleep from my wheezing and so forth so I went out in the living room, got in one of these chairs and it promptly piled me up on my head, under the piano! I couldn't get out and it became WILDLY funny when I had to wake my wife up to help extricate me. And I shortly got a cpap thereafter and all is well. Thanks for all the tips!

I inherited a chair like this. A La-Z-Boy rocker/recliner that laid flat and would tip over if I put my hands behind my head. I am a 6'4" man with a long torso and heavier build. The rocker springs were not powerful enough to counter my weight. I moved the base to the rear by one set of holes and put more pretension on the front spring. This was still not enough. So I went down to the hardware store and for less than $10 I had two springs and screws. I just added a set of extension springs in front of the rocker springs, attached with some coarse wood screws on the inside of the frame/base. Spring power and length is key. I used a set of .055" gauge wire spring roughly 5/8" outer diameter and 2-1/2" long, with a full circle on the ends to keep it retained when you lean forward to get up. Hope this helps somebody who can't afford a new chair or wants to make the old one work.

@AdamsBrew78

Жыл бұрын

Having this issue with my new Lazy Boy Greyson .. I absolutely love the chair otherwise, first pain free sleep I’ve had in ages, though luckily I didn’t kill a cat when I was startled awake by the flip over ;) I thought I was dreaming about falling at first, took a minute to catch my bearings. I could probably manage a fix like yours, but I’m not a regular tinkerer, so it might be a bit more of a challenge for me. You wouldn’t happen to have photos online of your finished job, would you?

My husband flipped over backwards our of his recliner last night. It resulted in a call to 911 and an ambulance ride to the hospital. It’s did it a few times before but we thought it was just a fluke or coincidence. Thank you for your video! Our chair is like new. It’s been in a craft room for a few years ans was just recently brought into the living room foe use. My husband is shorter in stature but his torso is larger. Thanks again for the info.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@Tammie Owens - You're welcome! I hope he's ok...

It’s called being top heavy and I’m the same build and I have had the same thing happen to me. Great video for solving some of these problems!

Okay your video is so good I subscribed!

My springs are old which caused the chair to swing back too far. I used thick zip ties to bind the springs to keep the springs from stretching.

My parent's La-Z-Boy recliners back in 1993? When I was 10 years old, I could get them to fall over if I reclined them all the way back. I was limber enough back then I could just roll out of the chair and put it back up. Just ordered a new La-Z-Boy that hopefully won't have the same problem. I'll see if those pins are there next time I go visit the parents.

Thank you!! Great information!

@reclinerrepairguy4155

2 жыл бұрын

@Philip Manes - You're welcome!

How do you stop an electric reclining sectional couch from tipping forward?

can the slide bearings be replaced? the plastic outer parts have cracked and broke off

La-Z-Boy Chair fails performance Fell backwards twice in the recliner. The Service Dept. said if someone comes out to check the chair, there is $150. charge per hour and if they take it in, there is a $100. fee to pick up the chair. PLUS a cost to change anything. WOW......We always thought La-Z-Boy was a good company. They are way below standards. Thank you for posting this information.

@tami0665

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I have the same problem with lazyboy for a seam rip repair. - never again.

I’ve got a new La-z-boy Greyson manual rocker/recliner that tipped over just last night, first night I slept in it. Otherwise it’s the most comfortable sleep I’ve had in a long time. So I’m very keen to keep it around and just rig it so this won’t be an issue. As a temporary fix, I have a very thick folded up gym mat, along with a couple soft wedge pillows placed snuggly where the back rests on them when recliner is fully extended. Looking for a more permanent solution, wondering what you think of strapping flat weights along the front top of the sled? My legs are thin too and I tend to squirm around when I sleep, so that’s probably contributing to the issue. I ordered the chair online from Wayfair , so not looking forward to the hassle of a return, especially since it’s such a comfy chair otherwise. Would very much appreciate any pointers, thanks.

I have a La-Z-Boy rocker recliner that just dumped me out. I am going to check those springs! This is my warranty replacement after their electric recliner broke at the hinge and dumped me out. I'm tall, but not that big... I sure won't waste money on them again.

Great videos! Thank you. Do you know what year restrictor pins were put in. I have none in mine...can I put them in?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@Rea Zzz - I'm not sure what year La-z-boy began making those. (And by the way, La-z-boy is the only maker of Rocker Springs with a restrictor that I've come across so far.) If you're a metal worker, you may be able to make your own restrictor. But the rest of us will have to order them from La-z-boy. The older version in the video is no longer available. The current version has a black plastic restrictor that's mounted in between the springs, rather than at one end. Whether it is as effective as the older version at keeping people from tipping over, is an open question. If you have a La-z-boy Rocker / Recliner and would like to get a set of Rocker Springs with the restrictors, keep in mind that the company only sends out replacement parts that originally were installed on your chair. So, your best try is to tell a dealer that you want to buy a set of the springs with the restrictors. They may have a set in stock they can sell you.

I yet to do it but I been told to just add a 2x4 to stop it going back

Our brand new La-Z-Boy recliners flip over. I hit my head really bad one time. We bought it from Nebraska furniture Mart and they will not do anything about it. We were told to call lazy boy and so far we have not heard a thing back from them.

A couple pieces of 2x4 screwed securely to the rear of the legs will eliminate the turn over problem. About a foot of extra depth to the frame (feet) will work. What you are dealing with is called "Moment of Inertia" or "Rotational Inertia". Simply put, The longer the rear legs are, The harder it is to tip over.

I do have the tip over issue. I am a larger guy, 6' 3" and a bit bigger. I learned to be careful when I sit and if I do not recline all the way, I'm OK. Its a La-Z-Boy rocker recliner. One of my rocker blocks broke, and I am in the process of replacing it, and noticed the 3 sets of 3 holes on the rocker springs. The springs are mounted using the center holes. if I remount the springs on the forward or back hole, would that impact the "tip" factor? Then of course theres the option of use the back hold on the lower spring and the front hole on the upper spring... and the various other combinations. Would making this kind of adjustment make any noticeable difference?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@John Teeple - Yes, utilizing the other mounting holes on the Rocker Springs does affect the pitch of the chair. But in most cases that adjustment is minimal and will not be noticed by most people. To learn more about this subject, see the video 'Adjusting La-z-boy Rocker/Recliner Pitch' on the Recliner Repair Guy .com website. You want to use the same mounting hole for every fastener. Don't mix and match.

I just purchased a Barcalounger. I really am not sure what I did but before I knew it I was flipping backwards. I'm relatively short so I did not hit my head on the tile floor. The chair is a recliner that swivels and glides/ I really don't know what to do.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@stemkin - Report the problem to the dealer -- if you haven't already. Ask them to come out and inspect the chair, because it's not working properly for you.

Ours tips over without reclining at all. Just tips all the way back

I have a Lazyboy Anderson model rocker/recliner. Mine doesn't have ANY restrictor pins on the springs... is it supposed to? Mine "feels" like it might tip over if I recline it back too far... but I'm just careful, and it's never happened to me. I'm 5' 11" and 230 pounds.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

Жыл бұрын

@Brock Reynolds - I don't see La-z-boy Rocker Springs with restrictors very often. It's not that common. So, I would assume that model doesn't have them. If you want to be sure, contact the manufacturer or the dealer. They can check into that for you.

How do I repair a seam in a recliner armrest? Do you have any videos?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@Tamera Scheer - I haven't made a seam repair video yet, but I'm sure there are some out there in KZread land. Try a search.

Any idea where to buy an aftermarket set of replacement springs with the "Tip-Over" pins for a rocker/recliner La-Z-Boy with no warranty.?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

4 жыл бұрын

@engrtobe - That's a good question. I took a quick look around online and came up empty. In the past, I've only been able to get these thru La-z-boy. And only for chairs that already had a set with the restrictors. You could try to order a set thru La-z-boy -- or one of their dealers. However, the new version of this Rocker Spring has only one plastic restrictor in the center of both springs. So whether it is as strong or effective as the earlier version with the metal pins is also a question.

@karres73

3 жыл бұрын

Lazy Boy has a lifetime warranty. Just call them and they'll replace the parts for free. You just pay for the shipping.

My la-z-boy has the rocker recliner springs, but they don't have restrictors on them. Is it possible to buy the restrictors from a third party, or make something to restrict it?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

Жыл бұрын

@Jana Petty - The only Rocker Springs with restrictors that I've seen, were made by La-z-boy. So I don't know if there are other versions out there. As mentioned in the video, the old-style restrictor springs had the restrictor at one end. Since its purpose is to restrict how far the spring can open, this would be a logical placement. However, the newer version has it in the middle, between both springs. So, I don't know how effective that placement is, compared to the older-version. If you want to try a set, you can try purchasing them thru La-z-boy or one of their dealers. However, since your chair didn't come with the restrictor springs, you'll have to make clear to the rep that you wish to purchase a set with restrictors at retail price. (The majority of their part orders are processed as "warranty" part orders, which means you may get a discount on the part, but it has to be the same part that came installed on your chair from the factory.)

Hi, Recliner Repair Guy! The left bracket on my seat back failed last night. While I was checking it out and slightly tightening the thumb screws that control seat tilt, I noticed that my rocker springs do not have that pin you pointed out in this video. They are also looking a bit warped. This can't be good. I am a large gal and I am worried that I am ruining my chair just by sitting in it! I can't afford a new chair at this time. Is there a way I could McGuyver it? Or can I get those pins and install them without having to take off the springs? Thanks in advance.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

10 ай бұрын

@nemea23 - If your recliner is still working properly, the Rocker Springs are still doing their job. But if you think the springs look like they've been damaged, you can replace them. (Installing restrictor pins is not an option.) Just remember that not all Rocker Springs have the restrictors. And that means that La-z-boy may not send them to you if/when you place an order. They typically send the same replacement parts that were originally installed on your chair. So, keep that in mind when you're placing a part order -- that you should have a "restrictor" conversation with them. Or, check with a local La-z-boy dealer to see if they have some in stock. Even if you have to pay for them, they shouldn't be that expensive.

Great video thank you for sharing!👍🙏💖

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@Raul Mancha - You're welcome!

I just bought a recliner and after a few days i noticed its dipping to the left and isnt as stable. Any idea what is causing it?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@GLENN MCCULLOUGH - If you bought the chair new, it should have full warranty coverage. Contact the seller to report the problem. If you bought it used or "as-is," contact a local repair tech who is familiar with servicing the brand you have. How to find a tech in your area ---> www.reclinerrepairguy.com/Locate

My mom when I was staying at the hospital as a toddler went backwards threw the curtians on a lightweight cheap recliner wanting to sleep more comfortable than on a hard stretcher that the nurses offered her to sleep on to be with me at the hospital. my mom never had tip over issues with our La-Z-Boy recliner waaaay better quality than what they had at the hospital my mom could tell by how cheaply it felt oh my thank goodness we don't own one like that!!!

Hi I live in Perth Western Australia and purchased an expensive $6000 leather Two and a half seater recliner settee and two recliner chairs from a very reputable store that is thru out our country. Our problem was when we sat on the setae we would sink down left or right. The second problem was the chairs they were the same had the same problem. We also had a problem when we sat on the arm of the chair it would tip. it was easy to see why as the frame of the recliner was only two thirds the width of the chair over. A repairer came out and told us we should not sit on the arm and the sales man should have told us told us. The second problem was he told me when we sit on the settee we should sit in the middle of the cushion so I said well what are the arm rests for just my hands. He said that is the way they are made, I am not a stupid person but does this sound right to you ?.Ray Williams

@reclinerrepairguy4155

3 жыл бұрын

@Raymond Williams - Sadly, mass-produced furniture is not as well made as it once was. In the distant past, many furniture frames were somewhat overbuilt. I.E. stronger than necessary. Today, many are "under-built." The repair tech is correct. An arm frame today, is built to support the weight of your arm. Not your body. (However, I don't understand how any mass-produced furniture would ever sell for $6k. Maybe they claim you have the world's finest leather or something.) It sounds like the other issue is related to the frame only being 2/3 of the width of the furniture, as you've described. I do have a video that covers the different levels of furniture quality across the furniture market. It can be found in the video library at Recliner Repair Guy .com website.

I just got 2 lane recliners off Facebook marketplace. I'm sure my tipping problem is 100% to do with my corgi. I was hoping to find a way to get the front of the base to weigh more. I was reclined in one of the chairs and my corgi jumped up in the chair. She walked up the back and proceeded to smother me with her neck. Other then not being able to breath the chair stayed upright till I reached my arms up to attempt to remove her. Tipping the chair over did not remove the corgi from my face just shot the poor rat terrier that had been in my lap out on to the floor. My husband had to come remove the corgi from my face so I could roll out of the chair. Now the chair seems looser.

@bruceguzzi4274

2 жыл бұрын

get rid of the corgi

I have a new la-z-boy rocker recliner. When I sit in it, it swings back too far. Is there a way to adjust the pitch of the chair? I was also checking the springs and they don't have the restricter rod, or even a place for it. The chair was a demo model so even though it is new, it's been used. Any suggestions?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

4 жыл бұрын

@Robert Webb - If you have full warranty coverage with your new chair purchase, contact the seller and report the problem. Even if you purchased it "as-is" with no warranty, it's important to make sure the chair fits you properly and works the way you expect it to before you make your purchase. :) Having said that, yes, there is a minor pitch adjustment possible with these chairs. But it's pretty minimal and most people won't notice any difference. Also, there is a newer version of the Rocker Springs with Restrictors. They have a black plastic restrictor that is positioned between the rocker springs, rather than at one end. Even if you have these, their purpose is to prevent the springs from opening beyond a certain point. That won't necessarily stop you from tilting back further than you'd like.

I keep sliding out of mine because it tips forward \

@reclinerrepairguy4155

2 жыл бұрын

@Linda Ambrose - If you have a Rocker / Recliner, there may be a pitch adjustment that may help mitigate or eliminate that issue. Check with your dealer (seller) or the manufacturer of the chair.

@lindacambrose

2 жыл бұрын

@@reclinerrepairguy4155 my son said it was because I'm short and not enough too weight on the back to hold it down

@reclinerrepairguy4155

2 жыл бұрын

@@lindacambrose - Also, if the chair does not fit you properly, you may not be sitting back far enough in the seat. (Your hips should be against the inside back.) See this proper fit video to learn more --> kzread.info/dash/bejne/eJuZybxyoczbc5c.html

@lindacambrose

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

If my husband liked the chair alot, I would keep an ottoman or something behind it.

New la-z-boy. No pins. Tipped over.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

Жыл бұрын

@lostjr - If you purchased the chair new, it should have full warranty coverage. Contact the dealer & report the problem. If they are not interested in assisting you with resolving the problem, report it to the manufacturer. The warranty comes from the manufacturer. The dealer (seller) is supposed to be the service agent for that warranty, but sometimes they shirk their duties.

@lostjr

Жыл бұрын

@@reclinerrepairguy4155 Will do. Thanks.

@lostjr

Жыл бұрын

They took it back, but there was some unpleasantness, and a re-stocking fee. Seems odd for a safety issue. Got the chair for surgery recovery. LA Z Boy gallery. Nowhere to sleep now.

@lostjr

Жыл бұрын

We are going to rent an adjustable bed, but thinking about chairs, would a wall-away be more resistant to backwards tipping?

@reclinerrepairguy4155

Жыл бұрын

@@lostjr - If you feel there shouldn't have been a restocking fee, you can contact the manufacturer & complain. However, don't be surprised if they suggest that you should have tried out the chair before buying to make sure it worked properly for you. You'll need to try out the wallsaver or any other chairs, as mentioned in the 'Tipover' video before buying.

just buy a new chair. brilliant. very helpful.

@reclinerrepairguy4155

Ай бұрын

@Travis_Trout - I could have said that in 30 seconds, so I guess you missed the point of the video. I'll recap for you: The principles of tip-over were explained so that DIYers would understand that body-type is a factor, when restricting the recline of their chairs to avoid tip-over. I gave no specific instructions for "fixing" the problem, because there is no universal method that works equally for every recliner design & body-type out there. As for non-DIYers (everyone else), I reminded them to try out a chair -- whether at a store or your brother-in-law's house -- before bringing it home only to find out that it dumps you onto the floor. ;)

Too long intro. Really wanted to know how to GET ONE to go 180degrees. IF a ROCKER COULD DO IT IN 1st place or WHY NOT? Care less about warranties or brands. This site could be really useful.