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Old 02-17-2014, 01:30 PM
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J Miller
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The "original" belts the FWs came with were "V" belts, not the round rubber band belts. The correct belts can be had from Sew-Classic as well as the LSMG. The motor also has some adjustment built in as well.
The correct belt numbers are: Singer and most aftermarket V Belt; 194144. Alpha Sew amber cogged belt; 1712.

Just remember with a correct type black V Belt, the belt needs to be just tight enough to not slip. Any tighter and that will put a big strain on the motor.
With the amber cogged belts you have to set them tighter, but not really tight.

Joe
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