Everlast chain swivel dropped to the floor

[Dicecedes]

The nut at the top (not the part that screws into the base) came loose and the bag dropped. Fortunately, I was not hitting it. I put it back together too tight and the bag did not move. I did loosen it and it seems fine. But will it happen again and should I just stop using it?

[Speedbag]

I don't think anyone can predict if it will happen again, but I would check to make sure it's tight before I used it, then may during the workout, and after you're done. At least for a while until you gain confidence in that nut and bolt not coming loose again. If it does, try supergluing the thread.

Good luck with it.

[metaldad]

This one right? I was having that problem and did like you, I tightened it as tight as it would go, backed it off a bit so it would'nt get hung up and haven't had an isssue since. You should be fine. If not then try what Alan suggested

[Dicecedes]

Thanks

Yep, that is the one. In it's defense, I have had it for 10 years (7 years with no use though) and never even checked it.

I will keep an eye on it in the meantime. It has to last me a month because next month, I plan to buy a couple of new swivels and one more bag. It should make getting older a little easier.

[fingers]

Had this problem once! i got a cold chisel and tapped a groove across the nut its been fine since

[Dicecedes]

Found a plastic Everlast swivel for $9

I pick one up and did the super glue trick so will give it a try in 24 hours.

Not sure if I will keep it on the platform since I think I still want the watkins metal and the everlast top pro hd swivel.

http://www.everlast.com/everlast-top-professional-heavy-duty-swivel.html

I was hoping that the base would allow the swivels to interchange- the chain, the metal ball and u-bolt. Anyone know or will I be disappointed?

Or should I just roll with the plastic and speed the money on a couple of bags? I will probably get a pro mex 5x8 or 6x9 just to have a variety of bags.

[Speedbag]

I pick one up and did the super glue trick so will give it a try in 24 hours.

Not sure if I will keep it on the platform since I think I still want the watkins metal and the everlast top pro hd swivel.

http://www.everlast.com/everlast-top-professional-heavy-duty-swivel.html

I was hoping that the base would allow the swivels to interchange- the chain, the metal ball and u-bolt. Anyone know or will I be disappointed?

Or should I just roll with the plastic and speed the money on a couple of bags? I will probably get a pro mex 5x8 or 6x9 just to have a variety of bags.

Most likely the swivels bases will NOT match up to different brands. They all use different sizes and different threads. Never force a bottom bag attachment into a base, for it will cross thread and strip them, rendering the base useless.

On two piece swivels, only the same brand of different styles "may" fit the base.

[Dicecedes]

Thanks

I will stay away from the everlast new u bolt swivel and go for the metal ball. I will go with 2 bags and a new swivel.

The plastic swivel is interesting. I was using the chain until it dropped to the floor and I found the plastic swivel on close out for $8.97. So I decided to give it a try.

It is pretty smooth and not too much different. I think for beginners like myself it is not as forgiving. I think you have to be a little more accurate. I was a little disappointed that I did not hear the clunk that I hear in all of the metal ball videos that you all post.

[Dicecedes]

Finally found the thread

I finally found the thread where you break down the base and compatibility with everlast and watkins.

Thanks Speedbag. I think I read that I will not have to redrill my board when I get the watkins too.

D

[Speedbag]

I finally found the thread where you break down the base and compatibility with everlast and watkins.

Thanks Speedbag. I think I read that I will not have to redrill my board when I get the watkins too.

D

I did not have to redrill new holes, but I did "widen" a few holes to make the bolts drop easier.