Now I just need to figure out why the handwheel does not turn easily if at all. When I use the foot feeder the machine works great but with a little bit of noise that I can't pin point. It's either in the handwheel or the motor. I'm more inclined to think it's the wheel. Could it be the spring? Are those easy to change?
I've been googling all day but I can't find any info on this model other than I should use the basting stitch often to keep it from seizing. So if I do a basting stitch the handwheel will turn...by hand?
I only paid $25 for it at a garage sale. The 2nd owner said she thought the tension was off. which is kind of a lol after reading one persons view of owners always blaming the tension.
This is sewing machine number 5. I need to add a sewing room onto the house....with a bathroom.
