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04-04-2014, 08:19 PM
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Posted By Marianne81

I think that is a great price ,especially if it...

I think that is a great price ,especially if it looks good.
04-03-2014, 07:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,428
Posted By Marianne81

I agree with Steve on the $10-20 price. I would...

I agree with Steve on the $10-20 price. I would buy it, but only because it would be a neat decoration to have in my sewing room.
03-27-2014, 12:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

Yes Mariah, I think confidence is a big part of...

Yes Mariah, I think confidence is a big part of it, and also being willing to go through the hassle. Since I don't have any newer machines, the repair man will be there for me on days when I just...
03-26-2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

I can fix bikes too :)

I can fix bikes too :)
03-26-2014, 02:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

My husband likes to work on old cars because...

My husband likes to work on old cars because they're simple and there's no huge computer chips that are needed to make them work. I look at sewing machines the same way (the older ones at least). If...
03-25-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,158
Posted By Marianne81

Youtube. I just asked my sewing repair guy and,...

Youtube. I just asked my sewing repair guy and, since it is how he makes a living, he instantly discouraged me by saying that the last place he heard taught that skill was jail. And I wouldn't want...
03-25-2014, 09:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

Okay. I really wish I wasn't this ditsy....

Okay. I really wish I wasn't this ditsy. Gutermann ultra thick thread doesn't work well. Plain old polyester is threaded and she runs amazing. Live and learn. *Sigh*
03-25-2014, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

So I blew some air into the shuttle area and a...

So I blew some air into the shuttle area and a bunch of dust blew out. It worked great. Then I decided I'd fill another bobbin and sew some more and then it got all tangled again. I know it is...
03-25-2014, 06:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

Yes. I will switch out the needle again and see...

Yes. I will switch out the needle again and see if that helps. Thanks everyone for your help!
03-25-2014, 05:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

Maybe I should have asked this first, but...when...

Maybe I should have asked this first, but...when timing the machine, should the tip of the shuttle hook be at the center of the needle (vertically), or at the center of the needle eye? I assumed when...
03-25-2014, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

Yes, I have the finger locked in.

Yes, I have the finger locked in.
03-25-2014, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,889
Posted By Marianne81

I love the machine. And I love the drawers too! I...

I love the machine. And I love the drawers too! I get excited about extra needles and little bits of fabric and tools. Craigslist is awesome for that sort of thing.
03-25-2014, 03:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,886
Posted By Marianne81

I had a similar problem. It sounds like the...

I had a similar problem. It sounds like the spring everyone is referring to is the issue, but I thought I'd fill you in on my problem just in case. My bobbin would stay in place, but it would stop...
03-25-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Marianne81

Need help with my 301

I just bought a 301 and the timing was off. I got that corrected (at least I think- I used the 221 service manual), but the top thread is still getting wrapped around the bobbin/ shuttle area. I have...
03-25-2014, 07:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

Okay, cool. I just wanted confirmation that...

Okay, cool. I just wanted confirmation that vintage machine servicing is just basically delinting, cleaning an oiling/ greasing. I won't waste my money then!
03-25-2014, 06:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

All I have are vintage machines. I wouldn't know...

All I have are vintage machines. I wouldn't know what to do with the machines that have computer chips and screens on them!
03-25-2014, 05:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,308
Posted By Marianne81

Can I tune up my machine myself?

I see a lot of people send their machines in for an annual tune up to the sewing repair man and was wondering if I could just do this myself. I've taken machines apart, cleaned and lubricated them,...
03-23-2014, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,650
Posted By Marianne81

I agree with those who like it. It looks so...

I agree with those who like it. It looks so tough. Those old kenmores are supposed to be serious workhorses.
03-21-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,936
Posted By Marianne81

That is a beautiful machine. I would buy it. It...

That is a beautiful machine. I would buy it. It probably does take a standard 15 bobbin; I think most of the Japanese models have a generic setup which makes it easy to find parts.
03-21-2014, 05:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,461
Posted By Marianne81

This is just speculation. I have a few machines...

This is just speculation. I have a few machines that need new homes. I got the quote for 35 lb. shipping, from central pa to 90210 (that's an easy California zip code for me to remember :) ).
03-21-2014, 05:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,461
Posted By Marianne81

Ups store charges 30-40 to package a machine and...

Ups store charges 30-40 to package a machine and it would cost 90 to ship ups ground from the east to west coast. They do allow you to take the packaged item to another carrier though. I still think...
03-21-2014, 04:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,461
Posted By Marianne81

I've never used the ups store to ship anything,...

I've never used the ups store to ship anything, but I'm planning to use them for shipping a cabinet. I still have to look into the cost of that.
03-20-2014, 08:55 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,461
Posted By Marianne81

Rodney, I think it will help if I have a picture...

Rodney, I think it will help if I have a picture of the machine in the box, wrapped up but unsealed. It will add some confidence to see that it's not sitting on a few bunches of newspaper.
03-20-2014, 05:29 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,461
Posted By Marianne81

Great job on the packing!

Great job on the packing!
03-20-2014, 05:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 726
Posted By Marianne81

I'll have to look into those ebay discounts....

I'll have to look into those ebay discounts. Thanks for your replies!
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