Originally Posted by
chris_quilts
Smoke from a motor is bad, I know. Any suggestions? Kinda smells like rubber possible. Motor runs some but not freely b/c the belt doesn't move freely to wind the bobbin. Does it need to see a motor dr?
I toss motors; so, I can't be of any help to you if you want to keep the motor. Now, if it has an external motor, I say toss it and put that machine in a treadle. Treadling is very peaceful and relaxing.