Gosh, I have 5 66's and they all have a thread channel in front of the winder. They are earlier, tho

Well duh. It also has reverse, a different stitch length indicator, and a thread guide on the base.

thanks everyone. I have never been so interested in these machines before. So now the question is... can I clean it up myself and repair it or will I need to have it done. I would really like to do it myself unless it's way beyond my abilities.

ArlaJo,

They are simple. All you need is a few screw drivers, get good ones like the gunsmiths use, some oil (Tri-Flow is recomended ) and some cotton balls or soft cloth to clean with.

That is really about it.

Joe

and go watch Muv's video on cleaning - she rocks!!!

I have a crinkle 66 too...it is a nice sewer and actually quite desirable. Enjoy it. Parts are easy to find.

This is a simple machine to work on. :)

shop.sew-classic.com can sell you a replacement motor, cords and foot control, all wired up for you for about $25 - piece 'a' cake to replace them and you'll have peace of mind about running the machine with safe and sound wiring in place. :) You'll probably need a replacement belt, too.

Takes a standard 15x1 (HAx1, 2020) needle and a class 66 bobbin.

There are some excellent tutorials for cleaning the operating parts of the machine right here on this board. I always recommend the Tools for Self Reliance site, as well: http://www.tfsr.org/publications/tec...achine_manual/ These guides cover the 66, 99, 201 and class 15 machines and with all the pictures and easy to understand directions, they're a prize for any machine refurbisher, especially a beginner.

It's a wonderful hobby and I hope you have a lot of fun with it! :)