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    Old 06-15-2014, 07:44 PM
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    Originally Posted by LoisM
    My Janome is a little older than yours. It's a 4800QC. I really like mine though I'm looking forward to piecing my next quilt on either my FW or 15-90.

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    I had the Kenmore version of your machine. It was a nice machine for about 5 years, then the motherboard died and Sears wanted $350 to replace it, only paid $500 for it, so it went away.
    I much prefer my older machines, still have the first Bernina I bought in 1992; it works great still.
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    Old 06-23-2014, 08:45 AM
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    Originally Posted by purplefiend
    I had the Kenmore version of your machine. It was a nice machine for about 5 years, then the motherboard died and Sears wanted $350 to replace it, only paid $500 for it, so it went away.
    I much prefer my older machines, still have the first Bernina I bought in 1992; it works great still.
    Sharon
    That is the biggest problem with computerized machines. They work great but are financially prohibitive to repair when the electronics die. A very good reason to avoid them.

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    Old 06-24-2014, 03:48 PM
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    I need some help. I have acquired an old singer the serial number looks to be JD050787. It has a wooden base and is electric but is missing the cord & foot pedal. It also has a light. I cannot find what model this may be. My husband found something saying it was made in Canada in 1954 or after. It is in good shape cosmetically but I would like to find a cord. Can anyone help?? Thanks!
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    Old 06-24-2014, 03:55 PM
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    Originally Posted by Auntyaya
    I need some help. I have acquired an old singer the serial number looks to be JD050787. It has a wooden base and is electric but is missing the cord & foot pedal. It also has a light. I cannot find what model this may be. My husband found something saying it was made in Canada in 1954 or after. It is in good shape cosmetically but I would like to find a cord. Can anyone help?? Thanks!
    If you can post picture that will be even better. Will make us identify your machine easier.
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    Old 06-24-2014, 04:23 PM
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    Good idea! Lol. I will get a picture tomorrow when there is more light & post it. Thanks for the help!
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    Old 06-24-2014, 04:28 PM
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    Originally Posted by Auntyaya
    I need some help. I have acquired an old singer the serial number looks to be JD050787. It has a wooden base and is electric but is missing the cord & foot pedal. It also has a light. I cannot find what model this may be. My husband found something saying it was made in Canada in 1954 or after. It is in good shape cosmetically but I would like to find a cord. Can anyone help?? Thanks!

    Here ya go, this should give you some info to get you started, until we have a picture of your machine

    http://www.singersewinginfo.co.uk/stjohns/
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    Old 06-25-2014, 06:02 AM
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    Old 06-25-2014, 06:43 AM
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    I would recommend a 3 hole, two wire set ($15) and a new electronic foot controller($30) or a new carbon foot controller ($20) for your machine. It appears to be a model 128.
    Congrats on your "New" machine.
    ~Grant~
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    Old 06-25-2014, 06:57 AM
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    1. Stunning Singer 128
    2. I would SO change that over to hand crank!!!!
    3. Cord info to come for others who know these electro thingies (lol)
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    Old 06-25-2014, 08:48 AM
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    I agree with SteveH. I have this machine as a hand crank and ADORE it! Yours is in much better shape than mine. On summer evenings, I can take it outside and piece while listening to the birds. I have purchased an aftermarket crank for less than $20, shipped. Mounting was very easy.
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