Originally Posted by
Beautiful_Sound
I have shortened mine several times over the years and it seems I may need to do it again. The cord is probably 14 years old. I've seen machines with practically ancient cords still holding well, or I'm easily duped.
My cord is mostly likely showing the stretch of near daily use.
I've never had a treadle long enough to have to change the belt. I've also seen what looks like 50+ year old ones that still work!
They're only about $10 for a replacement, though, so maybe buy one as a standby
I'd keep doing what you're doing until it's unsalvageable.