Juki DX7
 

Hi, All,

Has anyone gotten their hands on the newest Juki? The HZL-DX7? It was only released a couple of months ago and I remember someone posted on here before the New Year, wondering when it was coming out, but I don't think I've seen any posts about this machine since then.

I have a Juki F400 that I'm thinking of trading in for the HZL-DX7. Anyone have the DX5 or DX7 and can you report back?

Thanks,
A

Hi! I've had my DX-7 for about six weeks now. I love it. I have used it for piecing, FMQ, applying binding and decorative stitching on crazy quilt blocks. This is my first computerized machine.

I love the setting for a scant 1/4 in. seam. The height-adjustable quilting foot is great. I also appreciate the stitch-in-the-ditch foot. The machine is very quiet, and the needle threader actually works. I was never able to get the one on my Juki TL2010Q to work ...

I have used different threads, cotton, polyester, embroidery, metallic, with no problem.

I just wish they had made the harp larger. There is 8 in. to the right of the needle, but the harp is not very high. Quilting a large project might be a little difficult, but could be managed I suppose. I will use the TL2010Q for large projects.

I'm not sure what the differences are between the F400 and the DX-7. You may already have many of the features of the newer machine. The newer machine may have additional feet and more decorative stitches. I'm not sure.

Do let us know if you decide to go with the DX-7.

Hi, Patricia,

Thanks so much for the response! I have a call out to my nearest Juki dealer to check on trade-in values. There are some upgrades between the F series and the DX series (I think Juki's intention is to basically replace the F series with the DX series). The float function is new on the DX series, along with a few other things.

I also have a TL2010, but almost always prefer my F400 instead. I agree with you that the harp size is better on the TL2010, but the feet for the TL2010 are expensive and I've also never gotten the automatic threader to work. I'm thinking of including my TL2010 with the trade-in value to up the ante a little. I hate to give up that machine, but I so rarely use it..... Other than the better harp size, are you still glad to own the TL?

Thanks,
A

For anyone interested, I found this release from Juki that clarifies what's new about the DX series:

https://www.juki.co.jp/ir_e/pdf/n150917e.pdf

The beginning of this year I decided to start saving up for a Juki f600. Once I started reading about the dx7 I decided that this is the machine that I now want! Another machine to think about that was released at the same time is the Juki dx-2000qvp. From what I understand, it is the same machine as the dx7 with a different paint. It comes with even more extra feet and a cone thread stand. Not sure what the price difference is between the two machines yet since the 2000qvp cannot be sold online per Juki's rules...must be bought at a dealer. If and when I finally get ready to buy, I will be looking at both at my dealer before deciding.

Thanks, Laura! I did think about the DX-2000qvp and it does seem to be the same exact machine. My local dealer said the MSRP on the DX2000QVP was $2000, which seemed really high to me. Another dealer, slightly further away, is selling the DX7 for $1400. When I asked why the prices were so different, she said it was because "the DX2000 came with a lot more feet" but the dealer selling the DX7 for $1400 listed the exact same feet. Worth shopping around!

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Hi Asabriano! Let us know when you hear from Juki. As far as I'm concerned, I'm keeping my TL2010Q. It is such a sturdy machine. The harp is 54 square inches, and for me that's important. Also, if something goes wrong with my DX-7, the TL2010Q would serve as a back-up for piecing. I'm a bit nervous about computerized machines, since the DX-7 is my first.

About the feet for the TL2010Q, I bought a Sharon Schamber foot (non-hopping), and modified one of the quilting feet which came with the machine. The walking foot works very well.

I'm in Canada, and bought my DX-7 from a dealer in Montreal. I paid the equivalent of $1,235.00 U.S. I don't know, but this information may be useful when negotiating a price with your dealer. I bought an open-toe quilting foot separately, as this foot was not included with the machine.

Also, I was told that the DX2000QVP would not be available in Canada. So I went for the DX-7.

I'll be looking forward with great interest to the outcome of your endeavors. Good luck!

I recommend purchasing sewing machines from your local retailers rather than on-line, if at all possible! They're the ones who will be able to sit down and review the machine w you, auto threader and all.
We had a super quilt shop open last year (The BOLT in CT) that's a JUKI dealer. They weren't around when I bought my JUKI years before (on the internet) but they were kind enough to review w me how to use the needle threader when I first visited the shop, and we started talking.
Here's their youtube link for the JUKI 2010Q automatic threader.
http://youtu.be/SZxiEQ8wIlI
Regarding the TL2010: it's truly a semi-industrial machine designed for quilting-related processes. The DX series, like the F series, are home sewing machines and (almost) do it all. They are all, imo, great machines, w different purposes overall.

Hi Patricia. Just bought the DX7 but I'm having trouble with the FMQ. The bobbin thread is not doing right. Do you have problems? any suggestions? Joy

Hi Joybell! Sounds like a tension issue. Is everything all right when you do regular stitching with feed dogs up? I'd suggest you start with that. When stitches look OK, then switch to FMQ with feed dogs down and FMQ foot. Sometimes I do have to adjust top tension when I switch to FMQ. Usually have to loosen it a bit. Let us know how you're doing.

Hello Patricia,
Was your dealer in Montreal Civit Sewing Machines? I have tried dealing with the Ontario distributor for this company, but he wants to charge for the shipping from Toronto to his location and is dealing out of his house. I am looking for a reputable dealer so I can have that 'dealer-client relationship' in case there is anything wrong with the machine. Did the dealer in Montreal charge you shipping if you bought your machine in-store? Do they speak English as well? Thank you.

Hi Shepanth!

Yes, I did buy my DX7 from Civit. They don't have a store as such. They have been Juki dealers for industrial machines for years in Montreal. They have offices in an industrial area in Montreal.

When I bought my TL2010Q, which is a strictly mechanical machine, I bought it online. I had done research and was pretty sure that it would be trouble-free. It was.

When it came time to buy the DX7, which was my first computerized machine, I decided to go with a dealer, in case of any problems down the line. Civit was the only one.

I paid $1,600 Can., and we picked up the machine from their office. So I'm not sure what, if any, shipping charges would be involved.

I dealt with them in French, so I'm not sure about their fluency in English. But I would think that if they have dealt with industrial clients here in Montreal, they would have had to deal with some clients in English.

I had a problem with my DX7 several weeks after buying it. It was mainly due to unclear instructions in the Owner's Manual. Civit were very good! They ordered a new throat plate for me (they had it shipped from Japan), apologized for the bad translation in the Manual (from Japanese to English, I guess), and gave me precise instructions on how to avoid the problem in future. No charge. They could have been cheap and say that it was my fault for not following the Manual. I was impressed by their customer service.

I've had the machine for a little over a year now. I use it a lot. I piece on it, do a lot of decorative stitches on crazy quilt blocks, and do free motion quilting on small projects. Great machine as far as I'm concerned.

I'd strongly recommend that you get in touch with Civit, and have a chat with them. Then you can compare with the deal you're getting from the Ontario distributor.

I'm not sure, but I would think that Civit would charge you for shipping to North Bay.

Nice to hear from someone in Canada. If you feel like it, you could join us in the Chatroom when you have time.

In any event, keep us posted.

Hello Patricia, thank you for replying to my question. Your response is very informative. I was concerned with Civit here in Ontario only because they wanted to charge me the shipping costs from Toronto to their location, where I would drive 6 hours to pick it up, on top of the machine price and taxes. It sounds like they don't have the machine is stock and are passing the shipping fee onto me. I am glad to hear you have had a great rapport with Civit in Montreal. Thank you for all the great information!

The problem with Juki is that you can buy a Juki machine from Amazon, cheaper than your dealer can get them wholesale. We love the Juki sergers -- they're the same as the Bernina 800DL and 1150MDA (which have been discontinued by Bernina). But we can't carry them because, who's going to pay $200 extra for the same machine? At the shop, we give a 3-year service warranty, which you don't get when you buy online. But we really can't afford to carry the Juki machines anymore.

Juki's HZL-DX7 versus DX-2000QVP
 

Hi there :)

A local store in my area was advertising the HZL-DX7 machine a couple of weeks ago in their newsletter and I because after reviewing opinions that I got from online I decided I liked all the features it had on it and decided to go to their store to look at it. They didn't have it in stock. BUT, They introduced me to the DX-2000QVP which essentially is the same machine so I ended up buying that one. I'm still learning how to use it but so far I love love love it. It's very versitile and can sew through leather material if you ever have to sew on heavy material, including layers needed to sew a quilt together.

So since the HZL-DX7 is the same machine (looked like it to me anyway), I'm sure you are liking it alot too! Let us know. Thanks, cher

Hi there, Glad to hear that you're happy with your Juki. I've had my DX-7 for almost two years now, and I'm very happy with it.

I use it mainly for piecing and decorative stitches on crazy quilt blocks. I also use it for small quilting projects. Never a problem.

I also have the TL2010Q that I use for quilting large projects.

I'm definitely a Juki fan.

Keep us posted on your projects. Come and chat in the Chat Room.

The DX7 is new to me. I have done piecing and some mending but now needed to do FMQ and am having problems. Is there a certain needle and thread type you have used?

Hi motherofmany13!

I use a Topstitch size 14 needle for FMQ. As to thread, my current favorite is Glide. However, I've also used Connecting Threads cotton and Isacord polyester. I've had to make very tiny adjustments to needle tension when changing threads.
You mention that you're having problems: what type of problem ?