Originally Posted by Fixedgearhead
Originally Posted by miriam
A while ago I posted about Singer 401G and 411G. I have not modified the machines to accept a leather belt. I'm wondering if you know anything about putting them on a treadle. The sewing machine shop guy wants to modify the balance wheel - he says it needs a heavy old one - they don't just fit on.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-43881-1202.htm#3520792
and
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-130994-6.htm
I have a Bernina that may be a good candidate for a treadle. It is a 530 with a broken cord acceptor part.
What did you do to adapt?
The only experience I have had is the Bernina line of machines. The hand wheels that I get are made to fit the shaft on Berninas. I don't know about whether they will fit other machines. I would doubt it. but, if you want to convert the Bernina, you could probably do it. The hand wheels are from the Lancaster PA. area and the Amish community thereabouts. They also make the Treadle Mechanisms.
John
How would you ever contact them?