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    Search: Posts Made By: Candace
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-10-2014, 02:17 PM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 4,771
    Posted By Candace

    I've spent a lot of time retiming 301's (which...

    I've spent a lot of time retiming 301's (which are basically the same thing in this instance). They can do a perfect stitch and piece great, but when I try to FMQ (fast and needs to be dead on) I...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-10-2014, 11:45 AM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 4,771
    Posted By Candace

    I would double check the timing. I've found some...

    I would double check the timing. I've found some timing issues (skipped stitches especially) are more noticeable with SS machines at higher speeds.

    Why is keeping the model # secret important???
    Forum: Main
    06-09-2014, 08:19 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 9,964
    Posted By Candace

    Sorry. I TOTALLY disagree. And most qualified...

    Sorry. I TOTALLY disagree. And most qualified service techs would back me up. I don't know who you associate with, but they're not anyone I'd ever recommend. Putting something inside a sewing...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-09-2014, 11:27 AM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 2,175
    Posted By Candace

    A google search gave me this. ...

    A google search gave me this. ...
    Forum: Main
    06-09-2014, 05:39 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 9,964
    Posted By Candace

    Please do NOT use WD-40!! It will turn to a...

    Please do NOT use WD-40!! It will turn to a gummy mess and it's not for sewing machines. Use Tri-Flow or sewing machine oil only. Any sewing machine tech will tell you WD-40 is made for squeaky...
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2014, 09:51 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 6,719
    Posted By Candace

    Jan, some members of the defective 830 group are...

    Jan, some members of the defective 830 group are filing with the Better Business bureau and looking into other options.
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2014, 07:56 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 1,801
    Posted By Candace

    I'd remove the corners and add more white around...

    I'd remove the corners and add more white around it to get it centered correctly.
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2014, 07:42 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 6,719
    Posted By Candace

    There are lots of people unhappy with their...

    There are lots of people unhappy with their 830's. A yahoo group has been set up for those with defective 830's. Mine was in the shop more in the first 2 years than in my sewing room. It's been...
    Forum: Main
    06-06-2014, 07:19 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 2,253
    Posted By Candace

    Neither. I like using Triangulations software...

    Neither. I like using Triangulations software and paper.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-05-2014, 10:05 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 5,683
    Posted By Candace

    That base was typically for machines that were in...

    That base was typically for machines that were in a Singer case. The top locks into the sides of it. So, you'd have to search for a Singer case with top and bottom.

    As is, you don't need a base...
    Forum: Main
    06-04-2014, 04:47 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 1,901
    Posted By Candace

    I wouldn't think those pins would be allowed on.

    I wouldn't think those pins would be allowed on.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-04-2014, 12:38 PM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 10,782
    Posted By Candace

    Also, what TYPE if sewing you do leads to...

    Also, what TYPE if sewing you do leads to preference differences. As a quilter i PREFER certain machines to others. But, I would certainly need different machines if I did canvas or leather work or...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-04-2014, 10:49 AM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 8,064
    Posted By Candace

    Wow, that's a lot of crud that has been hiding...

    Wow, that's a lot of crud that has been hiding for who knows how long... Bet it runs smoother and faster now.
    Forum: Main
    06-03-2014, 05:27 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,079
    Posted By Candace

    Yes, this is why the larger throat machines are...

    Yes, this is why the larger throat machines are best to put on frames.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-03-2014, 05:16 PM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 11,540
    Posted By Candace

    What size needle are you using?

    What size needle are you using?
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-03-2014, 03:06 PM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 8,144
    Posted By Candace

    Likely, you should lower your tension if you're...

    Likely, you should lower your tension if you're going through 5 layers of batting and fabric.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-03-2014, 03:02 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 21,739
    Posted By Candace

    I have one and it does a nice satin stitch.

    I have one and it does a nice satin stitch.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-03-2014, 12:16 PM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 8,064
    Posted By Candace

    The bobbin case is held still by the assembly...

    The bobbin case is held still by the assembly with the finger. It shouldn't rotate fully. The finger should stop it from rotating. The second half is what rotates. Something is up with that...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-03-2014, 06:36 AM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 8,064
    Posted By Candace

    Just drench the screws with Liquid Wrench and tap...

    Just drench the screws with Liquid Wrench and tap them lightly. Wait, repeat. etc. until they can come out.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-02-2014, 08:44 PM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 8,064
    Posted By Candace

    First, I'd put some triflow in the hook area and...

    First, I'd put some triflow in the hook area and gently try to work it. Don't force it. But sometimes if there is a stray bit of thread the Triflow can help move it along and at least make it...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-02-2014, 03:21 PM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 10,782
    Posted By Candace

    The wrong bobbin is for sure the problem!

    The wrong bobbin is for sure the problem!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-02-2014, 06:26 AM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 10,782
    Posted By Candace

    Did you get a manual with the machine? If not,...

    Did you get a manual with the machine? If not, I'd suggest you google and download one. There are free ones. If you don't have it threaded correctly, needle inserted the right way and bobbin case...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-01-2014, 05:10 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,853
    Posted By Candace

    I swear some of these machines have been treated...

    I swear some of these machines have been treated with fish oil or something.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-31-2014, 11:01 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 13,597
    Posted By Candace

    Then you'll be happy with it. They're good...

    Then you'll be happy with it. They're good piecing machines.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-31-2014, 08:31 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 13,597
    Posted By Candace

    The 301 is a more flexible machine and is a...

    The 301 is a more flexible machine and is a better design. Much better at FMQing due to the vertical bobbin assembly and the ability to drop the feed dogs(which the 404 doesn't have). If you're...
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