Don't know how to reassemble sling chairs
The 1st photo shows the connection on a chair that we haven't disassembled yet. The second photo shows an undamaged connection on a disassembled chair. The last photo shows one of the damaged connections. You can see that the external portion of the original nut broke was rusted an broke of during the dis-assembly. I hope the photos load properly. Any help will be appreciated.
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Angie on Aug 22, 2015You could try to find a bolt anchor large enough to fill the hole, then the bolt would grab & lock onto it.Helpful Reply
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Ellen DeVilbiss on Aug 23, 2015Unfortunately the original "nut" was an intrigal part of the tube. You can't replace it. You would need a threaded insert welded to the tube. You will have to find a work around. Such as drilling all the way through the tube and using a longer, thicker bolt and nut.Helpful Reply
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Rus1058682 on Aug 23, 2015check your local auto parts store or lowe's\Home Depot. In the "specialty fasteners" department.. They have a lot of different types. The key here is DON'T GIVE UP after checking just one store.. Autobody fasteners might be just what you need. they pop into the hole, and then you can screw the bolt through them.. Hope this helps.. RHelpful Reply
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Ree1630203 on Aug 23, 2015Try drilling the hole straight through and then place a long bolt with nut to the chair. Again, Lowe's or Home Depot can help with the length needed.Helpful Reply
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Venetia Pihota on Aug 23, 2015Definetly watch the YouTube video from sailrite on how to replace sling fabric. We used the car jack per the video with great results. I can't imagine trying to do it without that. Am not sure if they sell any chair parts but worth checking. They do have great sling fabric and thread selection.Helpful Reply
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Rus1058682 on Aug 23, 2015Just remember what I said about autobody fasteners, I think they will be your best bet. Please note that you might have to redrill the holes in the chairs, but at least you won't have to worry about it next time . most are plastic. Good Luck... RHelpful Reply
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Anne fenske on Aug 24, 2015anne fenske wpg,can. Try using a bolt with a screw end that allows u to put a lock nut on. They can be spraypainted for decorative look. They will be much stronger than a screw and easier to insert. Make sure u measure for length size also measure hole size. Might be better to take measurements before purchase as some are in metric. Hope this helps.Helpful Reply
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Funnygirl on Aug 24, 2015We bought our furniture like this at lowes. Went on lowes web site and found a similar patio set was able to locate the manufacturer through lowes if you can email them a picture they may be able to send you exactly what you need!Helpful Reply
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Holly Schimpf on Aug 24, 2015I wonder if you could use some sort of heavy duty wall anchors that you use in hollow core doors or walls. They bend to fit behind the object you're putting them in. Just an idea that might work. I never tried it myself, so I'm not sure they would with stand any weight. Hope this helps.Helpful Reply
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Susan on Aug 24, 2015Thanks to EVERYONE who tool the time to share their thoughts with me. We don't have a firm solution yet but are pursing your great ideas. If we can't come up with anything else we will drill through the back side of the tube (Plan B). Holly I hope you don't mind my using this reply to reply to everyone.Helpful Reply
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