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Old 02-02-2014, 07:40 PM
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Default great tip: singer 401 stitch length regulator fix
http://www.oldsewingear.com/1/post/2...-selector.html

solved the disappearing stitch issue! yay!

i think she's ready to hum!

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Old 02-02-2014, 09:17 PM
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Interesting. I didn't know this was a common issue for 401's.
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Thanks a lot. I'd noticed that on mine when repairing jeans.
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Old 02-03-2014, 07:22 AM
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My #1 500a does that. I wonder if the fix is the same? I'll have to check.

aileen, thanks for posting that.

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Glad to know this. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for posting that information, I've noticed the problem!
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Aileen, that site is wonderful. Thanks for letting us know.

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Old 02-10-2014, 02:52 PM
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My 403A does that too. I hope it's a similar fix. That IS a great site! thanks.
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