Originally Posted by
Annaquilts
I own 3 or more black ones in perfect running condition but also use my one and only white one. Love it and no issues. I have many other machines, maybe 20, vintage and new but always use my white feather weight. No idea what he is talking about. They are different and the difference makes me choose the white one.
The thing is, when the belt wears out on the white FW drive shaft, to replace the belt you have to take these steps.
1. remove the hand wheel
2. remove the washer
3. remove the internal screw that is holding the washer
4. slide the wash to the right
5. that is when you can finally remove and insert the new belt on drive shaft.
Whereas, the black FW, you do not need to do that as it is metal gear driven.
If you love your white fw, more power to you.
I am surprised that singer changed the build on the white FW compare to black and tan.