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When I ship a FW, I put an empty spool of thread on the spindle or just remove the whole spool pin plate so that the new owner can put it back on and not worry about breakage. I pack them very well
so they can withstand what UPS puts packages through. They are dropped 5-6 feet off the end of the conveyor belt. YIKES! :shock:[/quote]

My screw that holds the spindle plate on is stripped, the thread on the top of the screw is damaged. Has this ever happened to you and how did you get the screw out? did you have to drill it out? thanks for any help.

I found a machine thank you everyone for your help:)

Now you too can do the "happy dance" congratulations, please post a pic when you can...thanks

I'm so glad that you found a machine. Yes, we want to see it and also know when it was made.
Now if you want a rolling tote for it, go to a Michaels store and see if they have the rolling totes for yarn in the yarn section of the store. It is smaller than the sewing machine totes, and your machine will fit down in it, with the foot petal going to the side of the folding arm of the FW. It has a lot of pockets for your notions, etc. Michaels also takes Joann and Hancock coupons. The regular sewing machine totes will allow your machine to bounce around in it.
Happy sewing.
Janis

My screw that holds the spindle plate on is stripped, the thread on the top of the screw is damaged. Has this ever happened to you and how did you get the screw out? did you have to drill it out? thanks for any help.[/quote]

I've been lucky so far that I've not had that problem. Sorry I can't be more help.

thanks anyway...maybe a problem for dh guys are always dealing with stripped screws

Congratulations on your find--you will love it!

Congratulations - post a picture of your new little beauty!