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tools for that pesky feed dog plate screw.

tools for that pesky feed dog plate screw.

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Old 04-29-2018, 08:12 AM
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Default tools for that pesky feed dog plate screw.

On many of my Singers and others, the back screw holding the feed dog cover is hard to reach.

I will often reach for my offset screwdriver or my Swiss Army knife with the big screwdriver blade half out. They are a bit awkward to use, but can get a grip when other options don't work..


I use the cut off skewer for moving stuck slides if I've already tried oil and wiggles.[ATTACH=CONFIG]593758[/ATTACH]
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Old 04-29-2018, 09:41 AM
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I need a screw driver like that ;- )
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Old 04-29-2018, 10:31 AM
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Offset screwdrivers are available at any home improvement store. Maybe even Walmart. I bought one because DH complains when I used his.
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I use one of my Brownell thin bits with out the handle. I ended up getting a brass hammer and punch set to help with stuck plates and things.
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The silver rod is an aluminum punch that I use only if I am desparte after many other attmepts.
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I wish them would manufacture them with a recessed lever/latch.
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The brass doesn't seem to damage the metal.
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Yes, brass and aluminum are both softer than steel. Good choices. Rubber or nylon hammers are useful too sometimes.
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