[rogerdodger]

I have tried bending the right elbow as a conscious move both with and without a swivel. I now am set on a right forearm pickup which accomplishes for me what you are attempting. If I think swivel, I tend to go too far inside on the backswing and the clubface opens too much. If you are taking it back closed and outside, a conscious swivel may be helpful, for my swing it is a deadly move. Proceed with the RFP, as described in the videos here or in the book, it may solve all your issues.