My new OLD SINGER
04-23-2010, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Charlee
and you did a wonderful job of cleaning it Billy! You used the GOJO on the decals, right?
I have photos of it torn down on another computer but it was taken completely apart (as in totally gutted almost) the only thing I left on the machine was the arm shaft and the fork that was inside the upright. Everything else was off and soaking in different tubs of Kerosene. When it was put back it was just like it was brand new again.
I am trying not to use the machine that much because I dont want to hurt the decals. So I have my Eye out for another 66 that I can just clean and use or take down and do a repaint on.
Billy
04-23-2010, 06:15 AM
#32
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
Here I is...............nice Heirloom indeed!!
From what I can see from the few photos you have a model 66 (the only one that had the "Red Eye" decals) and since it is a backclamp machine it is either a 66-1 or 66-3 depending on the serial. Which reminds me what is the serial number anyway? Its located in front of the pillar and is stamped on a boss on the bed of the machine.
I have a 66-1 and I love mine!!
As far as the cleaning of it take the bobbin and the needle plates off , the faceplate and the rear inspection plate off. then you can take Kerosene and thoroughly wash the mechanics with the kerosene with a 3/4" or 1" paint brush.
Try not to get to much on the finish of the machine, even though the decals are worn a lot we do not need to soften the japan on the machine. To clean the exterior of the machine you want to use a NON PUMICE hand cleaner (like Go-Jo)with cotton balls and Q-Tips working in small areas and wiping off with paper towels after you move to the next spot. After you clean the machine (it will be a HUGE difference) then use a polish and go over the machines finish. I use "Scotts Liquid Gold" in the pour bottle and it gives it a wet look and will protect the finish and decals.
Be sure to oil everything that metal touches metal and I will include a direct link to a PDF format owners manual for your machine so you can see the thread path and all of the oiling points.
Oh and if you want to polish the parts that are nickle plated use either SemiChrome or Mothers Mag Wheel Polish.
Enjoy your new old machine!!!!
Billy
Here is your link:
http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html
Just click the second one from the top and its a free download.
From what I can see from the few photos you have a model 66 (the only one that had the "Red Eye" decals) and since it is a backclamp machine it is either a 66-1 or 66-3 depending on the serial. Which reminds me what is the serial number anyway? Its located in front of the pillar and is stamped on a boss on the bed of the machine.
I have a 66-1 and I love mine!!
As far as the cleaning of it take the bobbin and the needle plates off , the faceplate and the rear inspection plate off. then you can take Kerosene and thoroughly wash the mechanics with the kerosene with a 3/4" or 1" paint brush.
Try not to get to much on the finish of the machine, even though the decals are worn a lot we do not need to soften the japan on the machine. To clean the exterior of the machine you want to use a NON PUMICE hand cleaner (like Go-Jo)with cotton balls and Q-Tips working in small areas and wiping off with paper towels after you move to the next spot. After you clean the machine (it will be a HUGE difference) then use a polish and go over the machines finish. I use "Scotts Liquid Gold" in the pour bottle and it gives it a wet look and will protect the finish and decals.
Be sure to oil everything that metal touches metal and I will include a direct link to a PDF format owners manual for your machine so you can see the thread path and all of the oiling points.
Oh and if you want to polish the parts that are nickle plated use either SemiChrome or Mothers Mag Wheel Polish.
Enjoy your new old machine!!!!
Billy
Here is your link:
http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html
Just click the second one from the top and its a free download.
Lostn51-does your polishing system work on Featherweights? I have one that needs a little help. I've always used machine oil for the polishing but this little one doesn't want to shine real nice!
04-23-2010, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Wine Woman
Originally Posted by Lostn51
Here I is...............nice Heirloom indeed!!
From what I can see from the few photos you have a model 66 (the only one that had the "Red Eye" decals) and since it is a backclamp machine it is either a 66-1 or 66-3 depending on the serial. Which reminds me what is the serial number anyway? Its located in front of the pillar and is stamped on a boss on the bed of the machine.
I have a 66-1 and I love mine!!
As far as the cleaning of it take the bobbin and the needle plates off , the faceplate and the rear inspection plate off. then you can take Kerosene and thoroughly wash the mechanics with the kerosene with a 3/4" or 1" paint brush.
Try not to get to much on the finish of the machine, even though the decals are worn a lot we do not need to soften the japan on the machine. To clean the exterior of the machine you want to use a NON PUMICE hand cleaner (like Go-Jo)with cotton balls and Q-Tips working in small areas and wiping off with paper towels after you move to the next spot. After you clean the machine (it will be a HUGE difference) then use a polish and go over the machines finish. I use "Scotts Liquid Gold" in the pour bottle and it gives it a wet look and will protect the finish and decals.
Be sure to oil everything that metal touches metal and I will include a direct link to a PDF format owners manual for your machine so you can see the thread path and all of the oiling points.
Oh and if you want to polish the parts that are nickle plated use either SemiChrome or Mothers Mag Wheel Polish.
Enjoy your new old machine!!!!
Billy
Here is your link:
http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html
Just click the second one from the top and its a free download.
From what I can see from the few photos you have a model 66 (the only one that had the "Red Eye" decals) and since it is a backclamp machine it is either a 66-1 or 66-3 depending on the serial. Which reminds me what is the serial number anyway? Its located in front of the pillar and is stamped on a boss on the bed of the machine.
I have a 66-1 and I love mine!!
As far as the cleaning of it take the bobbin and the needle plates off , the faceplate and the rear inspection plate off. then you can take Kerosene and thoroughly wash the mechanics with the kerosene with a 3/4" or 1" paint brush.
Try not to get to much on the finish of the machine, even though the decals are worn a lot we do not need to soften the japan on the machine. To clean the exterior of the machine you want to use a NON PUMICE hand cleaner (like Go-Jo)with cotton balls and Q-Tips working in small areas and wiping off with paper towels after you move to the next spot. After you clean the machine (it will be a HUGE difference) then use a polish and go over the machines finish. I use "Scotts Liquid Gold" in the pour bottle and it gives it a wet look and will protect the finish and decals.
Be sure to oil everything that metal touches metal and I will include a direct link to a PDF format owners manual for your machine so you can see the thread path and all of the oiling points.
Oh and if you want to polish the parts that are nickle plated use either SemiChrome or Mothers Mag Wheel Polish.
Enjoy your new old machine!!!!
Billy
Here is your link:
http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html
Just click the second one from the top and its a free download.
Lostn51-does your polishing system work on Featherweights? I have one that needs a little help. I've always used machine oil for the polishing but this little one doesn't want to shine real nice!
04-23-2010, 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Wine Woman
Lostn51-does your polishing system work on Featherweights? I have one that needs a little help. I've always used machine oil for the polishing but this little one doesn't want to shine real nice!
Billy
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