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02-12-2011, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
I went to look at a 201 yesterday that looked like it was in pretty good cosmetic condition... When moving the hand wheel everything moved very well, so it didn't appear to have mechanical problems or be gunked up too bad inside. The problem, however, came when plugging it in and stepping on the pedal. The machine sewed slowly at first (nowhere near the speed a 201 should get up to) and then bogged down and even stopped! Obviously an electrical problem, not a mechanical one. Before I decide if I want to get involved with this machine, I wanted to run it past the experts here! Do you think changing the cords will solve this, or does this sound like a motor problem? Worn out motor? Brushes just need changing?
I wasn't in love with the cabinet... It's a heavy wood cabinet that somehow eliminates the foot pedal, and has it's own little foot lever attached to the cabinet. That could also be the source of the problem-- the wiring to that.
I definitely need to get some ideas and opinions before I decide if I want to attempt to refurbish this machine. Thanks!
I wasn't in love with the cabinet... It's a heavy wood cabinet that somehow eliminates the foot pedal, and has it's own little foot lever attached to the cabinet. That could also be the source of the problem-- the wiring to that.
I definitely need to get some ideas and opinions before I decide if I want to attempt to refurbish this machine. Thanks!
Now you know why I hate the eMachines LOL!! It sounds like the motor but I would clean the machine real good first to eliminate any of the drag there. Changing wires wont help with the problem but it would be a good thing if they are frayed or cracked. Safety first you know!
I can get the rebuilt motors if you need one.
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02-12-2011, 10:17 AM
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Beaniekins,
compare your machine with these 27s I found on Ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ANTIQUE-SINGER-S...item3364ef35a2
http://cgi.ebay.com/SINGER-TREADLE-S...item27b88a9dea
Some of the older ones were fiddlebase...
I just noticed that yours has the spoked handwheel, which probably means it was not electric, originally. Spoked handwheels came on machines that were either treadled or hand cranked. Many were converted to electric machines later. Your machine will have the bullet shaped shuttle below those two slide plates on the base. It winds a long bobbin, rather than the little round ones that modern machines use. The TreadleLady has some good videos on how to wind those bobbins and thread the machine:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFQ6fTVnkT0
compare your machine with these 27s I found on Ebay:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ANTIQUE-SINGER-S...item3364ef35a2
http://cgi.ebay.com/SINGER-TREADLE-S...item27b88a9dea
Some of the older ones were fiddlebase...
I just noticed that yours has the spoked handwheel, which probably means it was not electric, originally. Spoked handwheels came on machines that were either treadled or hand cranked. Many were converted to electric machines later. Your machine will have the bullet shaped shuttle below those two slide plates on the base. It winds a long bobbin, rather than the little round ones that modern machines use. The TreadleLady has some good videos on how to wind those bobbins and thread the machine:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFQ6fTVnkT0
02-12-2011, 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
I went to look at a 201 yesterday that looked like it was in pretty good cosmetic condition... When moving the hand wheel everything moved very well, so it didn't appear to have mechanical problems or be gunked up too bad inside. The problem, however, came when plugging it in and stepping on the pedal. The machine sewed slowly at first (nowhere near the speed a 201 should get up to) and then bogged down and even stopped! Obviously an electrical problem, not a mechanical one. Before I decide if I want to get involved with this machine, I wanted to run it past the experts here! Do you think changing the cords will solve this, or does this sound like a motor problem? Worn out motor? Brushes just need changing?
I wasn't in love with the cabinet... It's a heavy wood cabinet that somehow eliminates the foot pedal, and has it's own little foot lever attached to the cabinet. That could also be the source of the problem-- the wiring to that.
I definitely need to get some ideas and opinions before I decide if I want to attempt to refurbish this machine. Thanks!
I wasn't in love with the cabinet... It's a heavy wood cabinet that somehow eliminates the foot pedal, and has it's own little foot lever attached to the cabinet. That could also be the source of the problem-- the wiring to that.
I definitely need to get some ideas and opinions before I decide if I want to attempt to refurbish this machine. Thanks!
Now you know why I hate the eMachines LOL!! It sounds like the motor but I would clean the machine real good first to eliminate any of the drag there. Changing wires wont help with the problem but it would be a good thing if they are frayed or cracked. Safety first you know!
I can get the rebuilt motors if you need one.
Billy
I guess what I need to know is the approximate cost of replacing the motor, then. The seller is not giving this machine away, so I don't want to get in for more than it's worth. You can PM me with cost of a rebuilt motor, if you'd rather.
Thanks, Billy!
02-12-2011, 11:28 AM
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Well, my vintage ladies were patient with me the other day while I used my daughter's Janome TB-30 to make this Valentine's Day quilted postcard.
I would love to own a vintage machine in treadle that has the function of zig-zag and some decorative stitches. My hunt is on!
I would love to own a vintage machine in treadle that has the function of zig-zag and some decorative stitches. My hunt is on!
02-12-2011, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Randa
Son is going to a swap meet in Clarksville. I told him to look out for old sewing machines. (It's a Motorcycle swap meet.) He didn't think there'd be much for sewing machines, but could probably find cool things to "pimp" my golf cart. LOL!!!
:lol: The fastest golf cart on the planet!
02-12-2011, 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
Originally Posted by Glenn
All you featherweight people, I got a featherweight for nothing it works fine except I need bobbins. Where to you recomend I get some? Glenn
Billy
I buy my bobbins from "www.221parts.com" I have found that the bobbins from Joann's for the FW are often poorly made.
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02-12-2011, 01:24 PM
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Originally Posted by vintagemotif
Well, my vintage ladies were patient with me the other day while I used my daughter's Janome TB-30 to make this Valentine's Day quilted postcard.
I would love to own a vintage machine in treadle that has the function of zig-zag and some decorative stitches. My hunt is on!
I would love to own a vintage machine in treadle that has the function of zig-zag and some decorative stitches. My hunt is on!
That is a beautiful card!!!
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02-12-2011, 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
What do you mean by eMachine? Not familiar with that term...
Nothing really wrong with them but I personally do not like to use them. I own a couple just for kicks and giggles (301 and a Kenmore) but I never use them.
Treadle or Die is my motto!!! :lol: :lol:
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02-12-2011, 01:51 PM
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Originally Posted by cabbagepatchkid
Originally Posted by Grandmother23
I think I will call on this cabinet. I don't think I have seen one that opens on both sides like this one. I like the fold down drawer in the front too. I will ask for a better picture of the decals.
According to serial listed, is Model 66, Jan. 28, 1930, 23,609 made.
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/atq/2205348070.html
According to serial listed, is Model 66, Jan. 28, 1930, 23,609 made.
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/atq/2205348070.html
One of the cabinets, I'm in the process of fixing/refinishing with Glenn's help/advice... neat project. It's been raining on/off down here, so I've been delayed about 4 days now... that's the breaks in florida.
02-12-2011, 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
I just noticed that yours has the spoked handwheel, which probably means it was not electric, originally. Spoked handwheels came on machines that were either treadled or hand cranked. Many were converted to electric machines later. Your machine will have the bullet shaped shuttle below those two slide plates on the base. It winds a long bobbin, rather than the little round ones that modern machines use.
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