Originally Posted by jenna p in ga

I went back to the thrift store/antique mall and picked up this treadle for $65. Not bad even if i can't use it :). The pics are not great, will try to post better ones later.

My question is about the pic of the flywheel (i guess that is what it is called). Notice the chip missing out of it...is that normal? I hope so, or if not that it won't effect it's performance.

Thanks for looking and any help.
Jenna