I ordered a Juki TL98Q, but instead I got sent the wrong machine. I opened the box to find a TL-2000Qi. (The outside of the box did not specify the model inside, beyond that it was a TL.) I'm really torn. I have projects that NEED to get finished this week, and if I send back the 2000Qi, I won't be able to finish them. AND I will be out of a machine for another 2 weeks. :-( (My current machine is being kind of fussy and has been ruining fabric, so I haven't been using it.)

Is the TL-2000Qi as good as the TL98Q? Would it be a good idea to just keep the one that I have, instead of returning it for the TL98Q?

I am so torn. I was so excited to start sewing with it today, but now I don't know what to do.

i would have to let the company i ordered it from know.

it was a mistake and typically the 98Q sells for less money then the 2000.

I have just Googled this and I think you will find that they have replaced the TL98Q with the TL2000QI. Best to phone your supplier and check it out before just sending it back

Elle

BTW, please tell me what you think of the machine.

Yes, I have emailed the company to let them know. ;) That was the very first thing I did.

I'll let you know what I think about the machine!

Gosh, I just want to sew sooo badly on the juki! :(

I hear very good reports about Juki machines. i saw one demonstrated here in Spain in Barcelona and it really impressed me

I agree with the others, call the place of business and speak to a manager, a real person and get the scoop to see if you got what you paid for.

The 2000 is the updated 98...but, talk to the company first.

Elle, I have had the Juki for a couple of years, and I LOVE her! She can run for hours on end and not overheat, and she cuts the threads when you push a button. She free motions like a dream.

i have the 98Q and its an awesome machine.

i got it for half the price because the 2000 model had just come out and the were clearing out their 98Q stock.

Thanks for the info, I really liked the way this machined sewed and the large arm area for quilting

From what I see you got a good deal, the retail price is more for the one you received plus a quilter machine

Juki TL98Q High Speed Sewing and Quilting Machine - FREE 5 Year Nationwide Extended Warranty
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Suggested Retail: $1,499.99
Your Price: $899.00

Juki TL2000QI High Speed Sewing and Quilting Machine - FREE 5 Year Nationwide Extended Warranty
Click here for more information on this product.
Suggested Retail: $1,995.00
Your Price: $899.00

info from: http://www.sewvacdirect.com/jukisew.html

Ok, you guys aren't helping, because now I want to sew with her RIGHT NOW! Lol.

Thanks for the info - it's confusing with all the models!

Just try it...can't you return it if you don't like it?

Maybe. I am awfully shy about returning things. I wouldn't know the difference between the 98 and 2000, though. So even if I try the 2000, I have no idea about how it compares to the 98. We don't have a dealer here, so I wasn't able to try it. I want to mostly piece with it and I heard you cant go wrong with juki. :)

So did you try the TL-2000Qi? or did you return it....I am curious, I am thinking of getting a TL-2000Qi---you like it?

Sounds you got a deal if you kept it, just curious.

I would start sewing right away! And yell YEAH I got the latest model for the price of last years. I think you got a great deal. You can't go wrong with the TL2000.

Here is the information on the machine you received:

http://www.raichert.com/tl2000qi/tl2000qi_juki.html

If you read the first couple of sentences it will tell you that it has a couple of features the 98Q didn't have like LED lights and improved foot control.

The Juki TL2010Q was the machine that replaced the 98Q if you read in the left side column on the description:

http://www.raichert.com/TL2010Q/tl2010.html

I don't think you can go wrong with the machine you received but it is your personal preference that matters. I love my 98Q but as always manufacturers are always trying to improve and upgrade their machines.

If the 98 is no longer available and is being phased out could be your supplier does not have the 98 any more.

I have the TL98Q and LOVE it!! I use it all the time. I piece and quilt on it.

I just bought a 2010 juki, and had asked opinion, everyone loved Juki. I think one of the comments is that the 98 isn't being made anymore, but I could be wrong. I am patiently waiting for mine, since I have a couple of quilts that need to be FMQ by May 20

They may have oversold the 98 and had to substitute the new model. I think you should have no problem with sewing on it.

WE ordered the 98 and was shipped the 2000QI. Called and was told it replaced the the 98 so we tried it and love it! Only thing is make sure all your parts are there as have been problems with factory leacing out some parts so steal dealing with that issue from what was advertised.

Hoppa

Wow! I'd start sewing with it right away if I was you! As I understand it, the 2000 is the new improved model of the 98, and as others have already said, I think you got a great deal. (I've had a 98 for a couple of years and just LOVE it!)

Wendy

If you can get a phone number I would suggest you call them. Talking is usuallly easier to explain something than email or snail mail, especially since you really need the machine NOW. Take care.
Linda

I have the Juki 98Q, that I quilt with on my frame. I have never had any problems with it and I can use it for days at a time. I usually do a quilt or two and then I take it off the quilting table and clean it very good. I oil it every day as I was told to do. They are really a good heavy duty machine.

According to the Juki Web site the TL98Q and the Tl1000QI are the same. Try going to Juki Sewing Machines on your search bar to verify.

I bought the Juki98Q & the gracie quilting table & the sure stitch regulator. I sold the table & sure stitch to my sister & kept my Juki98. She ordered a Juki 98Q & they sent the 2000. This machine is not compatable with the sure stitch regulator, so make sure if you buy it will work with your other equipment.