Short Arm Machine Systems
06-02-2011, 08:17 AM
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Which is a better deal?
1) Juki TL98Q with cruise control and Original Little Gracie Frame - $400
2) Viking Mega Quilter with aluminum frame, platform shelf, and stitch regulator - $1500
Both in new condition.
Currently have a Viking Quilt Designer for all of my piecing.... (actually contemplated getting the Juki TL98Q at the time of purchase, but went with the Viking and still have absolutely no regrets, but am still intrigued with the Juki.)
Anyone have either system or better yet, tried out both systems and has an opinions for each?
Is the Little Gracie frame too wobbly?
Do they both produce the same output?
I don't intend to do king size quilts... my usual size is baby/lap.
1) Juki TL98Q with cruise control and Original Little Gracie Frame - $400
2) Viking Mega Quilter with aluminum frame, platform shelf, and stitch regulator - $1500
Both in new condition.
Currently have a Viking Quilt Designer for all of my piecing.... (actually contemplated getting the Juki TL98Q at the time of purchase, but went with the Viking and still have absolutely no regrets, but am still intrigued with the Juki.)
Anyone have either system or better yet, tried out both systems and has an opinions for each?
Is the Little Gracie frame too wobbly?
Do they both produce the same output?
I don't intend to do king size quilts... my usual size is baby/lap.
06-02-2011, 08:19 AM
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I love my Mega Quilter, but it is no longer on a frame. I often piece with it. I would find out if it is the newer machine or the original machine. If it is the original you have to remember to lower the presserfoot or you have a mess, sometimes it is hard to remember.
I would much prefer the aluminum frame over the wooden one.
I would much prefer the aluminum frame over the wooden one.
06-02-2011, 08:51 AM
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I like my Mega Quilter but it's on a HQ tabletop frame. I would agree with prefering an aluminum frame over wood. The price difference is alot. Maybe go with the cheaper one because you may want to someday get a larger throat machine - that's what I am planning.
06-02-2011, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by QuiltnNan
both are a good deal! if you get the megaquilter, get the juki just for piecing. you could sell the extra frame.
06-02-2011, 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by eastermarie
Will the Viking frame take a mid-long arm machine with a throat plate of 16-18 inches..if you wanted to upgrade in the future? QuiltnNan has a good idea.
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