Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Start with the bottom tension. When you get it set right, THEN set the top. If you're unsure how to set the bobbin tension, there are several checklists online that will help.
Originally Posted by jtapp9
So, do you ever really get a perfect tension on the old machines? I have a black 301 that I LUV. I use it but the tension has always been a "tad" off. There is always a tiny bit showing either top or bottom. And my top tension will be awful if I do anything other than between 0-1
I have a tan 301 that i'm not so in love with. Doesn't sound the same as the black one and I just can't bond with it yet. I can NOT get the tension even remotely good on this one. It's "ok" but not right. I'm tempted to pop it in the cabinet and use it just to be using it and hoping it works out some on it's own. I'm seriously thiking of sending it to Billy in a few months for a makeover. I love red. Maybe I would LUV it in red :)
Now I know why I would always hear my mom bit*hing about the tension :oops:
I'm the opposite - I'd sooner take the upper tension apart than fool with the lower tension