Singer 201-needle too far to the left
I have a Singer 201 that I purchased in December. It is in good shape, complete except for the stitch adjustment screw is missing, was very clean inside and out, but also no oil or lubricant to be seen. I have oiled and greased it with triflow . My question is, it sews well but the needle is all the way to the left, barely clears the presser foot and the edge of the hole. I have the manual so I know the needle is in correctly. Is there something I need to adjust? Also, the upper tension needs to be at 7 to sew correctly, should I take it apart or leave it as is? I also have 2 101's, they are a real favorite of mine, but I needed a machine to sew on in the dining room and thought to give this 201 a try. So wonderful to read all the posts here, to know that others enjoy the vintage machines as much as I do!