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Solid build quality
Received today and assembled the PLM23 with the 190lb weight stack. Build quality is excellent. Assembly instructions not so much - the diagrams are accurate but you'll need a magnifying glass to really see what's going on - take your time. You can do it by yourself which is what I did, but an extra pair hands would be better when attaching the uprights to the base. There we no instructions on how to incorporate the weight stack but essentially you use the stack instead of the supports (which you would use if only plate loading) for the weight horn. Also, the PLM23 model does not sway - the additional supports on this model solved that problem.
over two year use review.
I purchased this Lat Machine over two years ago for my basement gym. This machine has been used almost every day. Be it for lat exercises, triceps, biceps, or legs. This has been a solid machine and one of the best on the market for home gyms. Keep it lubed and it will always work smoothly. I have no issues with this machine and nothing negative to write. This is a quality item and the type of machine that will be used on a regular basis. I paid under the present asking price of $1049 when I bought it over two years ago. If I were purchasing it now, I would pay the $1049. It's worth it for all it can do.
Excellent quality
Bought this with the weight stack and couldn�t be happier. Was looking to build my home gym without sacrificing commercial gym quality and this lat machine has done just that. I don�t feel like there is much of a difference from this machine compared to what I used at commercial gym. Very solid and fun to use.
Good not great
First off let me say this unit is 100% functional and does everything it claims. Shipping was relatively fast and the unit arrived in great condition. Assembly is pretty tough as the instructions are pretty much a waste of paper. The Pro's - Good range of motion (I'm 6 ft tall) - compact unit that doesn't take a lot of space - looks very sharp - Base is sturdy and cushions are good quality Cons -biggest con and is a star and 1/2 deduction IMO is the swaying of the unit during operation. They could eliminate this with an extra back support and the thing would be 5*s. It moves a lot. It makes me nervous to put a lot of weight on it and question if it will hold up long term. - Attachments are so-so quality. - you'll want to make sure you have plenty of silicone lubricant to keep it running at top form. Overall it's a good piece but maybe a little over priced because of the swaying issues. It's a shame because it's so close to being the perfect home unit.