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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-29-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 20
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Posted By Mickey2

I've had the same bkay, I once had a 99 with a...

I've had the same bkay, I once had a 99 with a stuck stitch length mechanism, I could turn the adjustment screw in and out but nothing happened. It was a bit like your case, oiling every part over...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-29-2017, 04:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mickey2

More cleaning and oiling for bkay lol ;- ) It...

More cleaning and oiling for bkay lol ;- ) It works though, and I'm sure it makes your 503 more wanted by a new owner. The swing arm slant shanks are so similar in build they should in theory stitch...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-27-2017, 06:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mickey2

I've had the tan film too, large parts of the...

I've had the tan film too, large parts of the machine at least, it's oil mess not cleaned up. Decades later it darkens. Metal bars and parts usually shine up with a type of metal polish, but it's...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-26-2017, 04:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mickey2

From the descriptions here I realise the 401...

From the descriptions here I realise the 401 requires more patience and persistence of us than most. Some type of degreaser might speed things up, and I guess that's where the alcohol comes in. These...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-25-2017, 03:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,381
Posted By Mickey2

I'm not completely sure about the 401 or model...

I'm not completely sure about the 401 or model 15, but more modern swing arm zigzaggers usually doesn't have felt wicks like the old straight stitchers have. My 66, 99 and 201 only have a felt bit in...
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