Longer end bar uneven.... Why? Can someone please enlighten me on why one of the end bars is longer and the holes are not the same distance from the ends of the bar? This results in one corner of the cot having a strange asymmetry to the other corners with the bar sticking way out.I would've thought it was a production error if not for the picture in the instructions that shows the same thing... Which makes me think there must be a function for having it that way...? Longer end bar uneven.... Why? Can someone please enlighten me on why one of the end bars is longer and the holes are not the same distance from the ends of the bar? This results in one corner of... » Read More Longer end bar uneven.... Why? Can someone please enlighten me on why one of the end bars is longer and the holes are not the same distance from the ends of the bar? This results in one corner of the cot having a strange asymmetry to the other corners with the bar sticking way out.I would've thought it was a production error if not for the picture in the instructions that shows the same thing... Which makes me think there must be a function for having it that way...? « Show Less
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I just received my 2 cots the other day and set them up. The longer end bar provides a handle grip to line up the peg with the hole. Saves pinched fingers.
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At first we thought it was poor quality and drilled uneven, too. But as we assembled, we quickly realized and appreciated that the extra length on one side gave extra leverage and a handle to help stretch to fit on to the peg. It is really necessary.
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Initially had the same problem and was able to solve it two ways. First, make certain bar is apart against wall as far as it can go without damaging wall (or stud). Second, find screw in the middle of the bar and tighten it quite tightly to prevent rotation of bar. If this does not work, I suggest replacement or refund.
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there are 2 end cross bars , one at each end and then the 3 x braces as shown. This is a well made cot...will hold an individual weighing at least 300 lbs or so. Slept on this cot short time at xmas , weighing 230 and 225 each. Then 2 grandchildren weighing 145 and 135 for 8 days at xmas, and this is 2 kids up and down and bouncing around as kids do. Very study and very tight and VERY comfort. Not only could we slept on this cot and be comfortable but grandkids said very good sleeping and much much better than their air mattresses they have slept on before.Had a very thin mattress/sleep pad on each cot....this is a great product and expect this cot to last several years. there are 2 end cross bars , one at each end and then the 3 x braces as shown. This is a well made cot...will hold an individual weighing at least 300 lbs or so. Slept on this cot short time at xmas , weighing 230 and 225 each. Then 2 grandchildren weighing 145 and 135 for 8 days at xmas, and this is 2 kids up and down and bouncing around as kids do. Very study and very tight and VERY comfort. Not only could we slept on this cot and be comfortable but grandkids said very good sleeping and much much better than their air mattresses they have slept on before.Had a very thin... » Read More there are 2 end cross bars , one at each end and then the 3 x braces as shown. This is a well made cot...will hold an individual weighing at least 300 lbs or so. Slept on this cot short time at xmas , weighing 230 and 225 each. Then 2 grandchildren weighing 145 and 135 for 8 days at xmas, and this is 2 kids up and down and bouncing around as kids do. Very study and very tight and VERY comfort. Not only could we slept on this cot and be comfortable but grandkids said very good sleeping and much much better than their air mattresses they have slept on before.Had a very thin mattress/sleep pad on each cot....this is a great product and expect this cot to last several years. « Show Less
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Hey Donna; I had trouble putting one of the bolts through one of the holes where the arm meets the foot pipe. I got stuck on that one part for about 30 minutes to an hour. It was like the holes were not synced when they were cut. It took some moving around and a few grey hairs later voila! I had my issue on the "L" footbar and arm bar. I had to maneuver the arm and leg every which way to get it to fit. Eventually it ended up going in; could not tell you what I did to force it to fit. It was like little effort did it over my weak force! I hope you ae able to get it to work. I am on the elliptical as I write this and it is an amazing pice of equipment. Hey Donna; I had trouble putting one of the bolts through one of the holes where the arm meets the foot pipe. I got stuck on that one part for about 30 minutes to an hour. It was like the holes were not synced when they were cut. It took some moving around and a few grey hairs later voila! I had my issue on the "L" footbar and arm bar. I had to maneuver the arm and leg every which way to get it to fit. Eventually it ended up going in; could not tell you what I did to force it to fit. It was like little effort did it over my weak force! I hope you ae able to get it to work. I am on... » Read More Hey Donna; I had trouble putting one of the bolts through one of the holes where the arm meets the foot pipe. I got stuck on that one part for about 30 minutes to an hour. It was like the holes were not synced when they were cut. It took some moving around and a few grey hairs later voila! I had my issue on the "L" footbar and arm bar. I had to maneuver the arm and leg every which way to get it to fit. Eventually it ended up going in; could not tell you what I did to force it to fit. It was like little effort did it over my weak force! I hope you ae able to get it to work. I am on the elliptical as I write this and it is an amazing pice of equipment. « Show Less
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No bar across the middle of the cot.. I did add a small foam mattress for my preference.
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I had the same experience at the beginning, but I took it apart and looked at the directions again. they are not the clearest but once I figured how it should go, it turned out well and it's a great bed. sturdy and unshakable. good make and great deal.good luck
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On our Ikea Sultan mattress, using both sides (even on the largest setting) made the mattress arch up like a rainbow. We detached one railing and pushed his bed side up against the wall and are just using the one railing. I thought I'd have to find something else, but it's working fine this way. Our issue was the round "latches" that allow the sides to fold down for sheet changing. They dug into the bed causing the bed to arch. But by removing the one side, it doesn't arch but still leaves the "hooks" that slide under the bed and around the other side to hold the mattress in place. On our Ikea Sultan mattress, using both sides (even on the largest setting) made the mattress arch up like a rainbow. We detached one railing and pushed his bed side up against the wall and are just using the one railing. I thought I'd have to find something else, but it's working fine this way. Our issue was the round "latches" that allow the sides to fold down for sheet changing. They dug into the bed causing the bed to arch. But by removing the one side, it doesn't arch but still leaves the "hooks" that slide under the bed and around the other side to hold the... » Read More On our Ikea Sultan mattress, using both sides (even on the largest setting) made the mattress arch up like a rainbow. We detached one railing and pushed his bed side up against the wall and are just using the one railing. I thought I'd have to find something else, but it's working fine this way. Our issue was the round "latches" that allow the sides to fold down for sheet changing. They dug into the bed causing the bed to arch. But by removing the one side, it doesn't arch but still leaves the "hooks" that slide under the bed and around the other side to hold the mattress in place. « Show Less
195073
Wow, I did not have that happen to me. Mine went together beautifully and looks great. I would suggest Lowes or Home Depot or a similar place. I suggest bringing the frame piece in need of the bolts to ensure a proper fit.
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Mine were initially not level. I had to loosen the two platforms and then tighten the crossbar that holds them together. Next, I tightened the platforms; paying close attention to keep their levels even. A little bit of a pain but much more aesthetically pleasing. I do not think having one platform higher than the other will pose any problems other than looks as long as everything feels solid.
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The bars are not straight up and down, they make for upside down U's. My son got his on his on his third bday, but we haven't had any issues. The space between bars varies though.
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i have an issue with the middle door on mine, not with overlapping but i have tried and tried to get it to hang straight , even removed and reinstalled but it hangs crooked.
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We also questioned wether we could add an extension bar and searched the manufactures web site and found that they do have longer support bars. But we never purchased the extension aswe had already installed the light/fan and had cut the wires. At the time it seemd strange that the wires were so long, but on reflection I now know why, they are for the longer bar. Hope this helps.
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I am also frustrated with this design. I haven't begun looking yet, but my plan is to go to the manufacturer's website & look at schematics for something with straight parts that actually line up when I try to assemble/reassemble it. I will post findings on Amazon. Sorry I can't be of more help at this time.
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I had the same problem but that is just the first of many. The slats are OK being all the same size but the drill holes on one of the three bars that hold the seat together are in the wrong place and I could not finish the glider. It is still sitting in my living room not finished. Not even the seller could solve the problem. I would not buy it again. The parts are defective for assembly and I don't know what to do. I definitely would not buy it. Send it back......
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Mine is the same. I ordered this from Amazon. It looks O.K. Don't think company would ever notice that there is a little overlap on the sides. Doesn't bother me most of the time either. Good product for the cost! If you were real brave, you could try trimming it, but I figured I'd end up with a crooked line!
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I was wondering too and took a chance and bought it. At its widest point, including the plastic nubs at the ends (which do not seem easy to remove), the bar is 36 and 7/8 inches wide (nearly 37").For me, this means I can only fit it in one door way, and not symmetrically (it has to stick out farther to the right because the wall is in the way on the left), but it still seems to hold on fine, even though the foam touching the door frame is a slightly different thickness on either side.As far as depth goes, my door is 6 1/2 inches deep including trim, and it fits very well without tilting either way. I was wondering too and took a chance and bought it. At its widest point, including the plastic nubs at the ends (which do not seem easy to remove), the bar is 36 and 7/8 inches wide (nearly 37").For me, this means I can only fit it in one door way, and not symmetrically (it has to stick out farther to the right because the wall is in the way on the left), but it still seems to hold on fine, even though the foam touching the door frame is a slightly different thickness on either side.As far as depth goes, my door is 6 1/2 inches deep including trim, and it fits... » Read More I was wondering too and took a chance and bought it. At its widest point, including the plastic nubs at the ends (which do not seem easy to remove), the bar is 36 and 7/8 inches wide (nearly 37").For me, this means I can only fit it in one door way, and not symmetrically (it has to stick out farther to the right because the wall is in the way on the left), but it still seems to hold on fine, even though the foam touching the door frame is a slightly different thickness on either side.As far as depth goes, my door is 6 1/2 inches deep including trim, and it fits very well without tilting either way. « Show Less
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I haven't had a problem at all. Using opposite corners push them together. Try turning upside down if it is a little stiff first couple times. Pushing opposite corners to reach other. Hope that helps