Oh man MM, I'm just seeing this now. Sorry about that. I've been up to my eyeballs as usual. Thank you for your support and encouragement. Super glad you like the upgrades. Stay safe over there!
Free bump, just installed my aluminum discs and stainless handles today Freakin awesome, the handles alone are so much better and more comfortable its crazy, had a great workout Gonna order and upgrade the dials too and complete the package
Awesome DJ, me too! Looking forward to hearing what you all think about them. A long time coming, but I hope you'll all feel they were worth the wait. Hope your new year is off to a great start!
I could definitely do that for the fun of it in a future video, but it is important to note that these dumbbells aren't made to be dropped before or after the upgrade. I talk about this in a number of videos. I originally created my mods because my SelectTechs were failing under ordinary use and without being dropped. The forces generated by the plates as we go through our regular range of motion is enough to eventually cause the discs to fail. Dropping these dumbbells would definitely accelerate the process. So I created discs that wouldn't fail on me under ordinary use. Even when my discs survive a drop, other components may not. The tabs on the weight plates are just one example. Here's what I mean by that: th-cam.com/video/7g99OA4hdFI/w-d-xo.html and those plates aren't cheap to replace. Here's an inexpensive permanent fix for broken tabs if it ever happens to yours: th-cam.com/video/-a-gqVB-oOw/w-d-xo.html Still, if folks want to see a drop test down the road, I could certainly do one so we can see what happens. The closest thing I have to that at the moment is a video of me hanging an entire SelectTech 552 off of the lip of one of my discs: th-cam.com/video/06KOk-Ikw3Q/w-d-xo.html
Random question that you may be able to answer, will these / bowflex made parts usually work with the chinese knock off clones of the 1090 / 552? They look almost exactly the same.
Hiya, TD. OEM and knockoff parts (and my upgrade kits) are all interchangeable for the most part. It's not an OEM versus knockoff thing -- both have some manufacturing inconsistencies. I demonstrate these inconsistencies in videos like this one: th-cam.com/video/FWIXejwvSys/w-d-xo.html and this one: th-cam.com/video/Cp-rs_qNWEw/w-d-xo.html In my experience so far with several thousand Bowflex owners, I'd estimate that at least 5% of the parts out there differ in a way that makes them incompatible (or less compatible) with the other ~95%. They can sometimes, but not always, be tweaked to work with your specific dumbbells. Cheers, Joe
Hi, jdawg. Do you mean replacement parts other than the upgrades that I manufacture? Used OEM and knockoff parts can usually be found on eBay. Whole used dumbbells and pairs can be found on eBay, FB Marketplace, Craigslist and various forums and groups. But if you contact Bowflex looking for parts, they'll just recommend buying another handle from them. Cheers, Joe
They are definitely pretty sweet, Sjonniee. I asked the manufacturer to make a few new aluminum finishes for me to test too, just to see how they compare to the current ones. They're doing matte and gloss powdercoat, polished nickel plated, brushed nickel plated and even a black nickel plated version. I'm not going to be able to afford several finishes from the start. More than likely, I'll offer two. But over time I do hope to be able to provide more ways for Average Joe customers to personalize the appearance of their existing equipment. Stay safe and thank you for your kind words.
Hi again, Steven. There are several kits designed to address different aspects of the dumbbell. Some are safety/durability upgrades, while others are more about usability. Cost will depend on how far you want to go with upgrades to meet your needs. More info is available over at: www.averagejoeinnovations.com
Hey Joe! These upgrades look amazing! I got an Amazon version of the Bowflex 552 style dumbells. The plastic holding the 30-35-45 pounds broke and I don't know what to do. Does any of your replacement parts could work with what I got?
Hey hey Sacha. thank you for your kind words, man. Multiple disc failures? That's terrible man. How long have you owned these? I do make all-metal replacement discs. Head on over to my site: www.averagejoeinnovations.com for more info about what I have in stock today, and what I have coming later this year. There's an email link on my site too if you have more questions.
Hi, David. Sorry about the delayed reply. I've been overseas for 5 weeks with limited internet access, and I'm back now playing catch up with orders and answering questions. I own and use both OEM and knockoff SelectTechs. My parts work with both. I recommend reading through my website FAQ to set your expectations about my parts: www.averagejoeinnovations.com/index.html#faq. Cheers.
Hiya, Mike. Among the teenie tiny percentage of Selectech owners that are my customers so far (thousands out of millions) I'm still at about 95% out-of-the-box fit. The other few percent typically need to tweak the discs or their dumbbells to achieve the right fit. If you browse through some of my videos, I go into some of the ways these dumbbells can differ slightly due to age, wear/tear, damage and manufacturing inconsistencies. Any other questions, feel free to shoot me an email. Cheers, Joe
Went down the youtube rabbit hole and ended up here. I wanted to see if you are the gentleman to reach out to for Powerblock Knurled grips sir? Do you have a link to the item id have to order ? I have the Powerblock pro series ( the one that has the 70 lbs and 90 lbs extension) Thank you for any assistance
Hi Haris, good Sunday morning to you. If you're in immediate need of PB knurled handles, I had heard that a shop by the name of DeMasi began producing knurled grips under the JD Gym Equipped name. If you're in no rush, I've got my own PB knurled SS grips coming out later this year (currently shooting for summer time). I'm also already developing another handle for my PBs that's a complete drop-in replacement. But I expect that to take much of 2022, possibly into 2023 depending on how long supply chain delays continue. Stay tuned!
Heya C! Sorry, but no I don't sell whole handle replacements. I avoid selling any sort of whole dumbbell handle due to active patents. Instead, I sell various kits for owners to perform their own repairs and upgrades since you have a right to repair and upgrade your dumbbells and that doesn't infringe on their patent. Even with the expiration of Bowflex's patent--which I believe is coming up next Spring--I won't likely make entire handle replacements. Instead, beginning around mid-2023 I plan to focus on my own original design to overcome some of the limitations and durability issues of current adjustable dumbbells.
Hi, WT. It depends on the SelectTech model and version of my discs. Pricing and other info is available on the website: www.averagejoeinnovations.com Hit me up with an email if you have more questions. Cheers, Joe
Hi Yin, summer at this point. Several delays during the Fall pushed all the prototyping and testing back a few months. By the time the first tooling was finished it was nearly the end of the year. Right now the tentative plan is to finish all testing and tooling revisions by March, then begin manufacturing in the late Spring for delivery during the Summer. The big unknown is what will happen to material and ocean freight costs and supply chain issues between now and then. If inflation or any other catalysts drive up costs or force delays, there is always a possibility of having to delay my plans further. I'll keep you all posted here, as well as on FB and Insta.
You’ve got my dial order as soon as they are available. Looks amazing. I just installed the current AJ disks and the handgrips. Night and day upgrade! Home workouts are back!
@@newgtguy Awesome, awesome! Super happy to hear that you're back in action too, that's great! Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Word of mouth is my only marketing these days.
@@jeffreys704916 Depends on what you need. If you're looking for only a U.S. made machined Disc Fix Kit, I hope to have more of those by summer time. But I do have cast Disc Fix Kits in stock as well as pins and grips. Feel free to shoot me an email at joe@averagejoeinnovations.com Let me know what you're looking for, and I can reply from there. Thanks man!
@@jeffreys704916 2nd Gen cast in stock. 3rd Gen cast should go into production late Spring-ish and arrive at my place in the summer. Fingers crossed. That is assuming the cargo ship doesn't linger in a long line off the coast of NY for months waiting to dock and unload. And that the domestic freight industry is somewhat back to normal.
Hiya Kevin, some upgrades such as knurled SS grips, cast 2nd Gen discs and locking pins are in stock and available today, and other upgrades such as the selector dials and 3rd Gen discs are due out this summer. You can take a look at my current kits, and read more about the upcoming kits at www.averagejoeinnovations.com And there's a link on the site to send me an email too if you have more questions. Thanks for inquiring man!
OMG,this upgrade is insane. You are Bowflex expert Joe. keep going man. I'm cheering you. 👍👍👍
Oh man MM, I'm just seeing this now. Sorry about that. I've been up to my eyeballs as usual. Thank you for your support and encouragement. Super glad you like the upgrades. Stay safe over there!
Free bump, just installed my aluminum discs and stainless handles today
Freakin awesome, the handles alone are so much better and more comfortable its crazy, had a great workout
Gonna order and upgrade the dials too and complete the package
Thanks again, can’t wait to receive my disc kit and pin kit. Now I’m interested in the rest of the it after seeing this video. Happy holidays!!!!!
Thank you for your order, Simon. Happy holidays to you too!
Excited to add the stainless dials to my set!! Great job Joe!!
Awesome DJ, me too! Looking forward to hearing what you all think about them. A long time coming, but I hope you'll all feel they were worth the wait. Hope your new year is off to a great start!
Can you do a drop test of your upgraded vs the original?
I could definitely do that for the fun of it in a future video, but it is important to note that these dumbbells aren't made to be dropped before or after the upgrade. I talk about this in a number of videos.
I originally created my mods because my SelectTechs were failing under ordinary use and without being dropped. The forces generated by the plates as we go through our regular range of motion is enough to eventually cause the discs to fail. Dropping these dumbbells would definitely accelerate the process. So I created discs that wouldn't fail on me under ordinary use.
Even when my discs survive a drop, other components may not. The tabs on the weight plates are just one example. Here's what I mean by that: th-cam.com/video/7g99OA4hdFI/w-d-xo.html and those plates aren't cheap to replace. Here's an inexpensive permanent fix for broken tabs if it ever happens to yours: th-cam.com/video/-a-gqVB-oOw/w-d-xo.html
Still, if folks want to see a drop test down the road, I could certainly do one so we can see what happens. The closest thing I have to that at the moment is a video of me hanging an entire SelectTech 552 off of the lip of one of my discs: th-cam.com/video/06KOk-Ikw3Q/w-d-xo.html
Random question that you may be able to answer, will these / bowflex made parts usually work with the chinese knock off clones of the 1090 / 552? They look almost exactly the same.
Hiya, TD. OEM and knockoff parts (and my upgrade kits) are all interchangeable for the most part. It's not an OEM versus knockoff thing -- both have some manufacturing inconsistencies. I demonstrate these inconsistencies in videos like this one: th-cam.com/video/FWIXejwvSys/w-d-xo.html and this one: th-cam.com/video/Cp-rs_qNWEw/w-d-xo.html
In my experience so far with several thousand Bowflex owners, I'd estimate that at least 5% of the parts out there differ in a way that makes them incompatible (or less compatible) with the other ~95%. They can sometimes, but not always, be tweaked to work with your specific dumbbells. Cheers, Joe
Do you know if there is replacement parts for this dumbell?
Hi, jdawg. Do you mean replacement parts other than the upgrades that I manufacture? Used OEM and knockoff parts can usually be found on eBay. Whole used dumbbells and pairs can be found on eBay, FB Marketplace, Craigslist and various forums and groups. But if you contact Bowflex looking for parts, they'll just recommend buying another handle from them. Cheers, Joe
The glossy stainless steel are beautiful 🥰
They are definitely pretty sweet, Sjonniee. I asked the manufacturer to make a few new aluminum finishes for me to test too, just to see how they compare to the current ones. They're doing matte and gloss powdercoat, polished nickel plated, brushed nickel plated and even a black nickel plated version.
I'm not going to be able to afford several finishes from the start. More than likely, I'll offer two. But over time I do hope to be able to provide more ways for Average Joe customers to personalize the appearance of their existing equipment. Stay safe and thank you for your kind words.
Great job!!😅 How much for this upgrade on the 1090s? Thanks Joe
Hi again, Steven. There are several kits designed to address different aspects of the dumbbell. Some are safety/durability upgrades, while others are more about usability. Cost will depend on how far you want to go with upgrades to meet your needs. More info is available over at: www.averagejoeinnovations.com
Hey Joe! These upgrades look amazing! I got an Amazon version of the Bowflex 552 style dumbells. The plastic holding the 30-35-45 pounds broke and I don't know what to do. Does any of your replacement parts could work with what I got?
Hey hey Sacha. thank you for your kind words, man. Multiple disc failures? That's terrible man. How long have you owned these? I do make all-metal replacement discs. Head on over to my site: www.averagejoeinnovations.com for more info about what I have in stock today, and what I have coming later this year. There's an email link on my site too if you have more questions.
Hi iv got the knock off set was £230 just want to know does them parts fit my ones to aa in the weight selection device
Hi, David. Sorry about the delayed reply. I've been overseas for 5 weeks with limited internet access, and I'm back now playing catch up with orders and answering questions. I own and use both OEM and knockoff SelectTechs. My parts work with both. I recommend reading through my website FAQ to set your expectations about my parts: www.averagejoeinnovations.com/index.html#faq. Cheers.
How do I get these for my 1090’s??
H Joe - Will this work with any of the 1090? Do you sell plates?
Hiya, Mike. Among the teenie tiny percentage of Selectech owners that are my customers so far (thousands out of millions) I'm still at about 95% out-of-the-box fit. The other few percent typically need to tweak the discs or their dumbbells to achieve the right fit.
If you browse through some of my videos, I go into some of the ways these dumbbells can differ slightly due to age, wear/tear, damage and manufacturing inconsistencies.
Any other questions, feel free to shoot me an email. Cheers, Joe
@@AverageJoeInnovationsLLC Appreciate it Joe.
Went down the youtube rabbit hole and ended up here. I wanted to see if you are the gentleman to reach out to for Powerblock Knurled grips sir? Do you have a link to the item id have to order ? I have the Powerblock pro series ( the one that has the 70 lbs and 90 lbs extension) Thank you for any assistance
Hi Haris, good Sunday morning to you. If you're in immediate need of PB knurled handles, I had heard that a shop by the name of DeMasi began producing knurled grips under the JD Gym Equipped name. If you're in no rush, I've got my own PB knurled SS grips coming out later this year (currently shooting for summer time). I'm also already developing another handle for my PBs that's a complete drop-in replacement. But I expect that to take much of 2022, possibly into 2023 depending on how long supply chain delays continue. Stay tuned!
@@AverageJoeInnovationsLLC Happy Sunday to you too sir! Thank you so much for that information !
Are we able to purchase your version of the 1090s? Im ready to get rid of mine. A few of the plastic rings have cracked
Heya C! Sorry, but no I don't sell whole handle replacements. I avoid selling any sort of whole dumbbell handle due to active patents. Instead, I sell various kits for owners to perform their own repairs and upgrades since you have a right to repair and upgrade your dumbbells and that doesn't infringe on their patent. Even with the expiration of Bowflex's patent--which I believe is coming up next Spring--I won't likely make entire handle replacements. Instead, beginning around mid-2023 I plan to focus on my own original design to overcome some of the limitations and durability issues of current adjustable dumbbells.
@@AverageJoeInnovationsLLC I appreciate the response. Thank you.
How much do the disks cost?
Hi, WT. It depends on the SelectTech model and version of my discs. Pricing and other info is available on the website: www.averagejoeinnovations.com
Hit me up with an email if you have more questions. Cheers, Joe
will the dial for 10-90 still launch in spring ? Thz!
Hi Yin, summer at this point. Several delays during the Fall pushed all the prototyping and testing back a few months. By the time the first tooling was finished it was nearly the end of the year. Right now the tentative plan is to finish all testing and tooling revisions by March, then begin manufacturing in the late Spring for delivery during the Summer. The big unknown is what will happen to material and ocean freight costs and supply chain issues between now and then. If inflation or any other catalysts drive up costs or force delays, there is always a possibility of having to delay my plans further. I'll keep you all posted here, as well as on FB and Insta.
You’ve got my dial order as soon as they are available. Looks amazing. I just installed the current AJ disks and the handgrips. Night and day upgrade! Home workouts are back!
can t wait to upgrade the whole thing 👍🏻
Awesome, will it work on knock offs? Can't wait when you also offer metal weights too. I don't like the plastic.
@@newgtguy Awesome, awesome! Super happy to hear that you're back in action too, that's great! Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Word of mouth is my only marketing these days.
How do I purchase the upgraded discs?
Hi Jeffrey, head on over to www.averagejoeinnovations.com for product info, pricing, ordering info, installation videos, FAQs and more.
@@AverageJoeInnovationsLLC just my luck. Sold out haha. I guess I'll wait until you have some in stock.
@@jeffreys704916 Depends on what you need. If you're looking for only a U.S. made machined Disc Fix Kit, I hope to have more of those by summer time. But I do have cast Disc Fix Kits in stock as well as pins and grips. Feel free to shoot me an email at joe@averagejoeinnovations.com Let me know what you're looking for, and I can reply from there. Thanks man!
@@AverageJoeInnovationsLLC the cast ones, would that be the 3rd generation discs you mentioned in one of your videos?
@@jeffreys704916 2nd Gen cast in stock. 3rd Gen cast should go into production late Spring-ish and arrive at my place in the summer. Fingers crossed. That is assuming the cargo ship doesn't linger in a long line off the coast of NY for months waiting to dock and unload. And that the domestic freight industry is somewhat back to normal.
Are you selling yet?
Hiya Kevin, some upgrades such as knurled SS grips, cast 2nd Gen discs and locking pins are in stock and available today, and other upgrades such as the selector dials and 3rd Gen discs are due out this summer. You can take a look at my current kits, and read more about the upcoming kits at www.averagejoeinnovations.com And there's a link on the site to send me an email too if you have more questions. Thanks for inquiring man!