Mitch's mom

Be happy it was only 20.00 and consider it a lesson learned. That machine was made during the very worst phase of Singer. I believe the Singer machines built today are better than that machine.

Quiltlady330

I would ask my sewing machine repairman if he could give me an estimate before any work is done. I've heard about this machine but never used it personally. Seems like it would be worth a little inquiry as mentioned above before you give up. A lot of people buy a new machine and then never use it or learn how to use it or neglect it. It could be something really simple like a good servicing. Hope so.

oldtnquiltinglady

Good morning JD: PM me, I think I can help you decide if you want to keep and use the machine, or stick it in your next yard sale. I have several models of this machine, they sew beautifully, but are very persnickety (and once you, as the owner learn all it's personal quirks, use it to create great stuff, and don't let ANYONE ELSE touch it).....

lwests

I wish you were close by (Jacksonville, TX) I use a wonderful gentleman who retired from working on sewing machines for factories. He has done all sorts of repair and servicing for only $20. Got my long time storage FW up and running for $20.

newbee3

rather than paying to repair it I would check out walmart

jdeery

No manual, no accessories, and I did google and it said what to do, but it still doesn't. My husband isn't interested
in looking at it. "Why did you buy this piece of @#$%. It is in good shape, it probably is something simple, but
I will try and figure it out again. I think it is from the 70-80's. It just won't pick up the bobbin thread...grrr.

jdeery

yes, it does have those lines. I did print out the manual from on-line, I just want my hubby to look at it. I do have a cousin that may be able to help, but he isn't available right now. It is also a slant needle, it was stupid to buy. But
I asked the lady if she had the accessories, and she said she would look for them and give me a call. Ya, two weeks
later no call, I did tell her that the bobbin does not wind or pick up the thread...no comment, then she tried to sell
me an embroidery attachment. Like " no thank you" that should have been with it. oh well lessons learned.

jdeery

You all have been so helpful, will let you know if I get it running, or if it goes into the trash.

oldtnquiltinglady

Please, not the trash!!!!!!! You can do it, you can do it, you can do it. Your baby is adorable.......

slbram17

I wouldn't pretend to give any advice on fixing a machine, but I just went through a similar situation myself. I bought an older Kenmore for twenty dollars. It was horribly noisey and the tension was crappy. I wasn't willing to put any money into it so I searched and searched for solutions, oiling and cleaning, etc.

Finally, I knew it would go through thicker material when fixed, so I took it to our local sew/vac store and had it repaired for about the cost you mentioned.

The difference is night and day. It is so quiet and purrs like a kitten. No more clanging, and they put a new tension assembly on it. I am very happy with the service and kind of wish I would have had it done sooner.