Treadle Machines
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I have several Singer treadle machines (circa 1900) and want to clean and replace belts etc. But, I don't want to take to a machine replair place. Does anyone have someone come in to their home; guess I am not very trusting as I have heard others have received back switched heads. Thoughts?
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Go to the "Virtual" section of the QB, and then you will see a list--at the bottom is a wonderful heading called Vintage Sewing Machines where you will find SEW much info on how to restore it your self, etc. Have fun!
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Also, if you have any questions, Lostn51 (Billy) will be very helpful with vintage machines. These machines are wonderful and we purchased our belts on line. Believe they were around $7.95 plus shipping on e-bay.
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Originally Posted by Murphy
I have several Singer treadle machines (circa 1900) and want to clean and replace belts etc. But, I don't want to take to a machine replair place. Does anyone have someone come in to their home; guess I am not very trusting as I have heard others have received back switched heads. Thoughts?
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Originally Posted by Murphy
I have several Singer treadle machines (circa 1900) and want to clean and replace belts etc. But, I don't want to take to a machine replair place. Does anyone have someone come in to their home; guess I am not very trusting as I have heard others have received back switched heads. Thoughts?
I also sell parts for them and have several parts machines for the hard to find parts. If you want me to refurbish your machine I can give you references and lots of photos of the machines I have worked on.
Here are the links:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-45816-1.htm
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-45983-1.htm
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-46696-1.htm
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I have a good resource book on treadle repair and maintenance: "The Complete Guide to Treadle Sewing Machines" by Reuben O. Doyle. It's a soft-cover spiral bound book published in 2002. I think I got it from Clotilde but I just checked her site and Amazon - neither of them have it. If you can find it, it's really good for cleaning, adjustments, trouble-shooting, etc.
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The only thing about WD-40 is it will soften the finish on the irons if you not careful. They were japanned just like the machines were and I know you wouldnt polish a machine with it.
I just use Liquid Gold on them after a good dusting.
Billy
I just use Liquid Gold on them after a good dusting.
Billy
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