Re: New recliner time.
"He (320 lb) and his kid were roughhousing playfully while he was reclined"
This is what breaks recliner mechs. It was never designed to withstand that. Most likely you have sheared rivets in the mechs, and total failure will likely occur. You can replace the mech if you know the model number of the recliner - send your guest the bill for it.
Duane Collie
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