Hello everyone. I'm new to this thread. I am astounded by all the vintage and love on this thread and know I will find help here. I received my grandmothers Kenmore and she need lots of cleaning and some basic parts. There is lots of dry, gunky oil on most of her parts. What is the best method of removing this so she will shine again?
She still moves but feels a bit arthritic, not frozen up but I think some proper oiling will help cure her of that.
It is model# 117 959 and serial# 189363. Can anyone tell me anything about her and if parts are available. She needs a bobbin case. What kind of needle will she use? Can the electric cord be replaced? I want to use her and maybe Nana will here her sing again!
Is there a manual available also. I have to learn how to thread her and use her.
Any help and info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.