Quilt E Im on it. I’m actually in the process of finishing up a top, so it’ll be basted and ready to go when the machine comes back. I’m receiving a bunch of fabric for a Quilting board boomerang swap blocks so it works out perfect. I like to have two projects going at once. A piecing/applique project and a FMQ project. Keeps me motivated.

Rob . I bought this machine used because it has such a solid reputation. Mine has been a bit of a disappointment. Hopefully this fixes the problem. I tend to go with a tried and true older model rather than anything new fangled.

mkc i think I will hold off on the stitch regulator but it’s very good to know it’s available. I want to make sure my machine works for a year before I commit.

You Go Girl! ;)

I have a 9-1/2" throat Juki TL98QE and I love it.

I use the same machine for machine quilting. I bought it on the trade in table at the local dealer for $199. It has a few quirks but sews great. I don't mind being a little rough with it. LOL I plan on using it until it dies and then I'll think about another. Probably what is traded in. I don't like spending a lot on machines. I'd rather use them to death and get another one. I bought my Brother embroidery machine with big hoop space for $299 off the trade in table. If after a couple of years they mess up, I don't fret over it. I bought my first Bernina on the trade in table, a 1260 for $450 with all accessories. It is such a good machine that I never felt iffy about buying from the trade in table. All have been serviced before being sold.

where did you find one at that price?

What is the trade in table?

This thread is 3 years old, so prices will have changed. Onebyone said that the trade in table was at her local dealer.

Hi MJP!
I have the Juki QVP2200... the first model that came out, so no stitch regulator. But I learned how to BE the stitch regulator just by using it. No stitch regulator hasn't been a problem. I must have had it about 6 years. I bought it at the Paducah show. It was a demo model that they sold me at a great price, around $5000, including all the extra stuff they had on it for display. So I got a free side wing (and bought the other one myself) and chair, and free teflon slider table cover, and some rulers. All for the $5000!
I've been very happy with it and it's given me no trouble or ever needed servicing. And only the hook needs a drop of oil every bobbin change or two. I have no reason to trade up.
Hope you find something you love!

Oops, didn't see that this thread is old! Never mind.....