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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-02-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,300
Posted By lolthom

Hi all, Sorry I haven't been on for a while. I...

Hi all, Sorry I haven't been on for a while. I appreciate all the help but I still have not been able to get it to run. I have tried several different belts, I have made sure there is no oil on...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-23-2016, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,300
Posted By lolthom

Modified Singer 128

Hi all, I recently bought a Singer 128 with La Vincedora decals. I've cleaned and oiled it but cannot get it to make a stitch. I changed the drive belt but it will not spin. The pulley spins but...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-02-2015, 05:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,796
Posted By lolthom

I have only two items on my "Holy Grail" list...

I have only two items on my "Holy Grail" list right now. I got a Singer 15 with La Vincedora decals just last week. That was on my list. It was advertised as a Singer 27 with red eye decals. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-28-2015, 06:40 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Miriam, It's only a little bit too big but I...

Miriam, It's only a little bit too big but I can't even hammer it in.

Jon, If I can't find a good fit I will try that.
Thank you both for your suggestions. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-27-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

I just bought a model 15 singer from e-bay. The...

I just bought a model 15 singer from e-bay. The spool pin that came with it (unattached) does not fit. The model 15 takes a smaller one. How do I designate when shopping for a new one? I thought...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
11-03-2015, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2,327
Views: 1,472,200
Posted By lolthom

WOW, Miriam. Nice job.

WOW, Miriam. Nice job.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-26-2015, 04:35 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Thanks, Sharon. I had the bobbin in backwards. ...

Thanks, Sharon. I had the bobbin in backwards. turning it around solved the problem. Thank you, so much I guess after 50+ years "behind the wheel" I should have known better, but I didn't. ...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-24-2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Haven't been on for a while, have some catching...

Haven't been on for a while, have some catching up to do. I have a problem I hope someone can help me with. I have a 66--16 in a cabinet with knee control. My daughter got it at an auction house...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-04-2015, 10:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,425
Posted By lolthom

NOT, a Franklin (1926) the wheel turns away from...

NOT, a Franklin (1926) the wheel turns away from you, and boy is it a bugger to remember that. Then I use another machine and have to reset my brain to "turn wheel forward" Fun times!!
...
Forum: Blocks of the Month and Week
08-05-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,727
Posted By lolthom

August BOM??

Where is the block of the month for August 2015. I cannot find it. Am I missing something?


Linda from Pa.
Forum: Pictures
07-16-2015, 12:59 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,273
Posted By lolthom

Your blocks are gorgeous! I would never have the...

Your blocks are gorgeous! I would never have the patience. Looking forward to seeing the finished quilt.

...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-03-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,002
Posted By lolthom

Great job! My first project (58 Years ago) was a...

Great job! My first project (58 Years ago) was a gathered skirt. You're a brave man to start with a pattern and fabric like that. Linda
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2015, 03:07 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Here I am again. Over-thinking the problem.. ...

Here I am again. Over-thinking the problem.. the belt was missing. boy do i feel dumb. Linda
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2015, 02:31 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Nope. That was the first thing I tried Thanks....

Nope. That was the first thing I tried Thanks. Linda
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2015, 02:27 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

What product do I get to lubricate the motor? ...

What product do I get to lubricate the motor? Linda
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2015, 01:59 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Hi, me again. Finally plugged it in. The motor...

Hi, me again. Finally plugged it in. The motor whirs but does not move the needlebar. Possibly lubricant is dried up?? How do I clean tubes out before new lubricant is added. Or maybe it's...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-15-2015, 01:23 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

singer 66-16

My daughter gifted me with this machine for Mother's day. Does't look as though it has been used much, and turns very smoothly. it is in a console model 40. my question is about the console. the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-08-2015, 01:29 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Hi, Haven't been here for a while.. Spring...

Hi, Haven't been here for a while.. Spring brings yard work . Today I bought a Minnesota "A", just the head no cabinet. and I don't know where to look for serial number to date it. Also where...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-19-2015, 02:33 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

windblown; not much sunshine here in pa. in...

windblown; not much sunshine here in pa. in march. how long should i heat it with a hairdryer? linda
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-18-2015, 04:59 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

manicmike; no the head is not broken off. it...

manicmike; no the head is not broken off. it may be rusted fast.
rodney; the needle plate is broken. i have tried tapping with a hammer and used liquid wrench several times a day for over a...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-17-2015, 04:45 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

Right you are, manicmike, it's a 27, my mistake....

Right you are, manicmike, it's a 27, my mistake. I also need to know what to use to release a set screw. It's holding the needle plate on and I have tried a number of things to loosen it, but it...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-16-2015, 08:21 AM
Replies: 714
Views: 560,945
Posted By lolthom

what is french polishing?

what is french polishing?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-14-2015, 07:55 AM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,923,043
Posted By lolthom

does anyone know where I might start looking for...

does anyone know where I might start looking for a wrap-around hand crank attachment "81712" for a 1889 singer 127 Vs2? I know they are very rare and I have looked on e-bay with no results. Any...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-11-2015, 10:32 PM
Replies: 2,327
Views: 1,472,200
Posted By lolthom

received my vs2 today. very, very rusted. ...

received my vs2 today. very, very rusted. seller posted wrong serial number. it is actually an 1891. thanks manicmike. still no pictures. soaking a few parts for rust. hope i can get it back...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-05-2015, 07:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,069
Posted By lolthom

melmerr1, your dog may not have had a stroke. ...

melmerr1, your dog may not have had a stroke. there is a disease called "old dog vestibular disease". It's a balance
problem and more common in older dogs but can happen to younger dogs, too. ...
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