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http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Screws-or-Holes-Pull-Up-Bar-Door-Gym/
Image Notes 1. The length of this bar is determined by the door frame width. Remember to consider the two couplings attached to the bar ends. These must also be able to fit inside of the door frame. 2. wide-grip 3. hammer-grip
Image Notes 1. This length allows the bar to clear the door frame. It allows the 90 degree coupling to "hook" onto the lip of the frame. 2. This length of bar is the depth of the door frame. On my door it was 5.5" 3. Make sure this 90 degree angle coupling is touching the wall and hooked on the top lip of the door frame.
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Step 1: Measurements
We need to measure the width and depth of the door to be used. Most door frames will more or less have the same general dimensions, but it is important for weight distribution. Look at the pictures for more details.
Image Notes 1. This length allows the bar to clear the door frame. It allows the 90 degree coupling to "hook" onto the lip of the frame. 2. This length of bar is the depth of the door frame. On my door it was 5.5" 3. Make sure this 90 degree angle coupling is touching the wall and hooked on the top lip of the door frame.
Image Notes 1. The length of this bar is determined by the door frame width. Remember to consider the two couplings attached to the bar ends. These must also be able to fit inside of the door frame. 2. wide-grip 3. hammer-grip
Step 2: Materials
Now that we have our measurements, we need our materials: -3/4" galvanized steel pipe (Length will be determined from door measurements) -2 x 4-directional coupling -2 x 3-directional coupling -2 x 45 degree coupling -4 x 90 degree coupling -2 x close nipple (meaning no pipe between threads) -2 x 3/4" x 3" nipple -2 x 3/4" x 4" nipple -2 x 3/4" x 5.5" nipple (Length will be determined from door measurements. This is dependent on the depth of the door.) -6 x 3/4" x 6" nipple -duct tape -sponge -detachable links -Pipe wrench -measuring tape -pipe insulation -athletic tape* -painters tape* *=optional NOTE: I could not find any stores that would cut and thread pipe in lengths shorter than 12". That is why I had to purchase individual nipples. If you can find a store or are capable of cutting and threading pipe in small increments, the cost of the project can be cut significantly.
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Image Notes 1. 3/4" x 6" nipples 2. 3/4" x 5.5" nipples 3. 3/4" x 4" nipples 4. 3/4" x 3" nipple (other one not pictured)
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1. Industrial-sized sponge. 2. File. I had to use this when I accidentally stripped a thread on one of the pipes.
1. Close nipple. 2. Made in Thailand. 3. This is where I first started. 4. NOTE: This is not angled correctly. This still needs to be turned another 90 degrees. The other pictures are correct.
Step 3: Construction
A couple of things to keep in mind before constructing this build is that it takes a lot of leverage to put these pieces together so using baby-oil or WD-40 or some other type of lubricant may be necessary. I also used a longer pipe to use a leverage while constructing the pull up bar, just be careful not to strip the threads. 1) I started with the two 4-way directional pieces. I started by fitting one of the closed nipples to the 4-way directional coupling and then attached a 45 degree coupling to that piece. Make sure to align the 45 degree appropriately. The pictures show better detail. (Picture 3) 2) Then I attached 6" nipples to the 45 degree sections. These will be the wide-grip handles. (Picture 4) 3) I took 3" nipples and attached it to the top of the four-directional couplings. Apply a 3-way directional coupling to the end of the 3" piece so the perpendicular feeder points outwards. Another 6" nipple will be installed here. (Pictures 5 and 6) 4) Then I took two of the 90 degree couplings and attached 5.5" nipples to them. (Pictures 7 and 8) 5) Taking the pieces from the above step I then attached 4" nipples with 90 degree couplings on top. (Picture 9) 6) I attached the pieces made in steps 4-5 to the pieces from steps 1-3. This finishes the majority of the project. (Picture 10)
Image Notes 1. Close nipple inbetween this 45 degree and 4-way directional couplings. 2. It is easier to use the longest bar for leverage. Just be careful not to strip the threads. 3. Gloves for comfort!
Image Notes 1. A second wrench can also help with leverage. 2. Adjustable workout bench. 3. Workout mats. 4. Weight Rack.
Image Notes 1. Close nipple. 2. Made in Thailand. 3. This is where I first started. 4. NOTE: This is not angled correctly. This still needs to be turned another 90
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Image Notes 1. I just set them in place to show where they will go.
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Image Notes 1. Crossbar attached. 2. This will hook onto the lip of the door frame. 3. This will be in direct contact with the other side of the door frame.
Image Notes 1. Industrial-sized sponge. 2. File. I had to use this when I accidentally stripped a thread on one of the pipes.
Image Notes 1. Make sure this part of the bar is touching the wall and is hooking on top lip of the door frame... 2. ...not this part.
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Image Notes 1. hammer-grip 2. You can choose to add athletic tape to the bar to help with your grip.
Step 5: Conclusion
This is my first Instructable. I would appreciate any input that anybody has in order to help me improve my future Instructables. My future Instructables will include peripherals for this pull up bar to make it an entire home-gym system. I look forward to contributing more Instructables in the future. UPDATE: I've included a picture of my pull up bar with athletic tape added for grip and comfort.
Image Notes 1. ALICE-style rucksack 2. workout bench 3. Pipe Insulation 4. workout mat 5. subwoofer 6. H2O 7. athletic tape 8. a bucket 9. as you can see, the bar is now outfitted with athletic tape for grip and comfort; as well as durability.
Image Notes 1. Make sure this part of the bar is touching the wall and is hooking on top lip of the door frame... 2. ...not this part.
http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Screws-or-Holes-Pull-Up-Bar-Door-Gym/
Image Notes 1. This length allows the bar to clear the door frame. It allows the 90 degree coupling to "hook" onto the lip of the frame. 2. This length of bar is the depth of the door frame. On my door it was 5.5" 3. Make sure this 90 degree angle coupling is touching the wall and hooked on the top lip of the door frame.
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The Chains Suspension Exercise Device for Body Leverage Training by Budser
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abadfart says:
you could also hang a old military duffel bag full of cloths off of it for a punching bag
dismissie says:
this is great- I've been wanting to put up a bar-
mwhit13 says:
Mar 11, 2011. 9:35 AM REPLY Very awesome man. i gota give you props on that. a little expensive compared to the 25 bucks at walmart but i will probably build it anyways just to say i made it. but of course i wont take credit for your ingenuity. Thanks for the idea. matt
mr.squeakers says:
how much did this cost
rodrigoslima says:
Oct 17, 2010. 3:44 PM REPLY Great instructable! i print it, write down the parts and went to the hardware store... but it was way to expensive to build! (at least here in brazil...), they dont sell small pieces of stell pipe, only the full 236inches piece, for around U$ 60, not nomentioning the joints..., I would spend more than U$100 and still need to pay some one to cut and prepare the pipe pieces, I even tried an alternative, with two sets of a flange bolt attached to the ceeling, with a L curve attached to it, an 3 way joint on the end, with another L curve, but even that would be to expensive... i will need to stick to my old doorframe bar... :-(
allorem says:
Just put 2 flanges on end of pipes and attach flanges to ferring strip to distribute weight on wall
bassclarinet23 says:
This is a great instructable, but I could never trust my construction skills...I'd be afraid I'd fall or rip the trim off of the wall.
daniel4383 says:
Sep 17, 2009. 3:19 PM REPLY Great instructable. I used this because i have a 42 1/2" doorway and nothing they offer commercially will fit it. Works like a charm.
wwlaveck says:
Feb 28, 2009. 10:15 AM REPLY Great idea . . . when I get ready to redo my weight room (i.e. start to work out) I plan to build this. What about using semi hard rubber balls cut in half for wall protectors?
H3xx says:
tennis balls.
Divendren says:
Aug 22, 2009. 1:54 PM REPLY Sounds like a good Idea, but it would probably do something to your wall after a little bit of long term usage. Like a little rounded indent, nothing serious.
freerunnin1 says:
its almost exactly like that iron gym thing there advertising from Argos... yours will probably last longer
Transquesta says:
Aug 27, 2008. 10:10 AM REPLY Don't get me wrong, this is an excellent idea (and a not-too-shabby Instructable to boot), but I prefer the sto'bought variety simply because I want somebody I can sue into oblivion should the whole mechanism fail and I find myself on the floor in searing pain. I know, I know, call me picky. :-)
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strykker5400 says:
you are whats wrong with america.
Transquesta says:
Jul 8, 2009. 1:58 PM REPLY What? Little old ME is what's wrong with Amurrhicuh? I thought it were 'dem towel heads 'r somethin' Dude, get a grip (and perhaps a little education). I was JOKING.
completegeek says:
If you weigh enough to break the 3/4 galvanized pipe I doubt you can do many pull ups anyways.......picky. lol.
smithy813 says:
especially with a pipe assembly and part of your wall coming down on top of you
smithy813 says:
Sep 16, 2008. 4:52 AM REPLY i have complet confidance with your assembaly, pipes don't usualy break, no, i just don't trust strength of completegeek and defdon delta's walls
Sep 17, 2008. 5:30 PM REPLY The door is supported by pressure on the door frame and wall. It acts like a fulcrum when there is weight applied to the bar. It does not simply hang off of the moulding on the doorway. There are several commercial products with this similar construction. I myself have suspended 210 lbs. of dynamic load off of this setup with total confidence; as i'm sure people have gone past this weight.
ironforger33 says:
May 24, 2009. 9:31 AM REPLY Thanks for the great idea, I made one from 3/4" black pipe from Lowe's for about $55. My door was a bit narrow, so I added a 3" nipple on each side between the 4-way and the 45 degree to make the wide grip a bit wider. Thanks again for the great instructable!
thoraxe says:
you can do crunches with this too, just put it on the floor in the door and hook your feet under
AnarchistAsian says:
no no you guys, it's all about the IRON GYM
Hellchild says:
haha, this is the cheaper way to get an Iron gym.
erich06 says:
Thanks for a very good idea built one for my son he works out on it every day. Thanks once again. Erich (South Africa)
joat_mon_99 says:
How much do all the materials cost?
talonsblade says:
Oct 15, 2008. 6:09 AM REPLY question, would it not be better to put a bar across the back side of it(the part that goes onto the wall above the door frame). that way it distributes the weight across the entire length, not just two points. I am not being mean or anything, just trying to ensure I don't damage my landlords drywall, obviously you would pad the bar.
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Oct 16, 2008. 6:35 AM REPLY I didn't get the sense you were being mean, I took it as constructive criticism. That does bring up a good point, but the problem that I foresee is that the couplings are slightly thicker in diameter than the actual pipe itself, so even if you did have a cross-bar in the back, it would be resting on the couplings in two points as opposed to the entire length of the bar. If you are really nervous about the drywall, make sure that there is sufficient padding and you should be fine. Hope I helped. If you need further description with my explanation or anything else, please feel free to ask. I could send you pictures of what I am referring to.
cahodge says:
Nov 3, 2008. 9:32 PM REPLY not only that, but it would not be possible to assemble. You run into a "closed circuit" and the last connection would not be possible to assemble (without a wielding torch). The piece you suggest would form a circle with piece for chin-up bar, making it impossible to complete
Nov 5, 2008. 1:46 PM REPLY Actually, if one assembled the horizontal bar with the 90 degree coupling and attached nipples, it should be possible to slowly secure each leg one half-turn at a time to the rest of the rig. Of course, the same problems I mentioned above would still be evident.
talonsblade says:
good point about the couplings, i didnt think about that.
moreyrd says:
Sep 20, 2008. 8:21 PM REPLY This is great and I am really thinking of making one. One question for all....If I damage any part of my door openings with this, my wife will kick me out. Has anyone had any issues with damage after using it for a while? I am about 195lbs. Thanks, moreyrd
Sep 26, 2008. 3:16 AM REPLY OH btw on an added note, overtime I've noticed the insulation foam becomes compacted on the side that is against the door, just be mindful to check it every so often and make sure it is still offering cushion. Perhaps replacing the insulation foam with sponges as I used on the other contact point would help. I'm thinking of doing a 1.5 version of this instructable with improvements to the design with other excercise options as well. Sep 25, 2008. 6:13 AM REPLY moreyrd, First of all, I'm glad you like the instructable. Second, I weigh 135 lbs but have hung a dynamic weight of 210 lbs (me plus 75lbs of weight in a backpack hanging off of my back), from my pull up bar and have not experienced any damage to my walls. Note in the pictures that the wall I use is an exterior wall of the house. It connects the garage with the side yard; there has been no damage. I have also used it in one of the bedrooms inside, with no damage as well. Just be careful with the tape as it may get dirty overtime and smudge the wall or make the wall sticky from the tape adhesive. Perhaps covering the contact points with a more plasticy type of tape that will not squeeze out adhesive when under stress will be safer. Just a caution. Hope I answered your question. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask.
LudaChri5 says:
Sep 8, 2008. 9:07 PM REPLY this is hella sick man. as soon as i have some extra money and make myself one. and i might take a cue from ritchie7 below me and go with 1/2 in pipe. i checked out your "final" product with the all the wrappings; very clean. cant wait to do mine.
ritchie7 says:
Sep 6, 2008. 9:02 PM REPLY Thanks, this is great. I just built one from 1/2 in pipe instead of 3/4. Two different home depot's did not have the 4 way (cross coupling). I way 210lbs at least, and even the 1/2 in. pipe is fine. I used black pipe (like gas pipe), which was slightly cheaper, but not much. Except for the cross coupling, which they only had in galvanized. I bought all the parts to make a 3/4 rig as well, but will have to wait to find the cross coupling. The 3/4 will fit my hands better, and on both I will probably add another 4 to six inch nipple to make it even wider, because the 45 is hard to hold for me, although the 3/4 version will probably be a little easier. This is dirty work, as the pipe I bought was lubricated. Initially I thought I may be able to build this by just hand tightening, but I had to use the pipe wrenches and fortunately had a couple. Thanks again. ... this is cool. Now I just need to use it! Oh, btw 24in only fits into one of my door frames which has two swinging doors, because on a normal one, the door gets in the way. I may be able to tighten it down more and get it to fit in my normal doors.
Sep 7, 2008. 3:27 AM REPLY Awesome! Post some pictures! Yeah I used the galvanized steel instead of the black iron because I wanted the leaset amount of weight with the most strength. That's awesome though! Oh and in the instructable I wrote to make sure to measure the door from the two outside points to make sure it will fit the door. Anyway, tightening down all that pipe is a workout in itself huh!? haha.
ritchie7 says:
Sep 7, 2008. 2:54 PM REPLY Here are the pics. I admit that I didn't read it fully, because I rushed off to home depot thinking they were closing soon. I just printed out the parts page. But I had measured the inside of the door jamb which was 28 inches. Fortunately, I just bought the 24" bar that you listed. The thing is, I didn't account for the open door protruding into the door space, and the couplings and threads take up some space, and for me it is the side of the couplings, that are slightly wider than the bar. So, be aware that an open door will take up some space; measure from that to the other opening, and so do threads and couplings. In my case I have a 28" door opening with two swinging doors that reduce the opening to 26 inches, and then threads and couplings make it so the 24" bar just barely fits while rubbing on the open doors and scuffing them slightly. You can see the 90 elbows touching the open door. It made it though;)
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completegeek says:
Sep 2, 2008. 4:30 PM REPLY I did something very similar to that, except I am fortunate enough to be able to devote an entire quarter of my garage to my home gym. I use the same 3/4 pipe with just a single 90 degree elbow then a flange that screws into the ceiling joist. Good enough for rock n roll.
Sep 3, 2008. 7:40 AM REPLY Right on! Yeah, this is geared more towards people with living conditions with limited space like college students and apartment renters. Do you have other homemade gym equipment ideas?
completegeek says:
Sep 3, 2008. 3:37 PM REPLY Nothing I've come up with myself really. I got a lot of ideas for equipment I'm going to build in the future from Crossfit.com. Lot of DIYers on that site too. The forums are like instructables except they are all about workout equipment. Pretty cool.
swimer4life116 says:
would love to make one....idk if my ceilings are high enough tho lol
swimer4life116 says:
ya, about 12 and 1/2 inches. think it will work?
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swimer4life116 says:
ok kool, thanks. how much did this cost you?
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