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    Search: Posts Made By: lolthom
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    03-02-2016, 05:05 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,336
    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: 1,336
    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: 9,045
    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: 9,096,568
    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
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    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: 1,494,189
    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
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    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,738
    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: 1,783
    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: 5,357
    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: 6,109
    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: 9,096,568
    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
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    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
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    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 718
    Views: 578,179
    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: 9,096,568
    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: 1,494,189
    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: 6,124
    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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