FW bottom coverplate stinks

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Old 09-08-2013, 06:50 AM
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Default FW bottom coverplate stinks

They multiplied! and I have a baby! and her bottom stinks! Hello, I have a featherweight 221-1 that I am "babysitting" for and the felt cover on the bottom cover pad is oil soaked and has a musty moldy smell to it. can I replace it? I have bought a piece of felt to replace it, but was wondering if I do ... do I decrease the value! I did a search on how to get rid of the smell and found out about white vinegar. but the smell on just this wants to stay.
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Old 09-08-2013, 07:12 AM
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You can buy new felt for your featherweight. I haven't checked on the price but since they last so long I think I would get a replacement over making my own.
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Old 09-08-2013, 12:07 PM
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I replace the felt drip pad liners all the time on mine (I have 6) and it helps a lot. You can order them from several places and they are cheap..
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Old 09-08-2013, 05:25 PM
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Toss the drip pad, purchase a new one. I use kerosene to clean the pans. Do it outside because it is flammable. Let the kerosene evaporate and voila, that pan will be ready for a new pad.
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Thank you for your suggestions. I will buy a new one. This board is great!!
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Old 09-09-2013, 10:40 AM
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Get a new one, there are several sites to buy from.
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Old 09-10-2013, 01:40 PM
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Contact www.novamontgomery.com

Nova would be happy to supply you with a new pad. While at the website .... check out other items that she has for the FWs. She also has Tips of the Month that are very interesting.
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