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frudemoo 04-10-2013 03:41 AM
Originally Posted by Caroline S (Post 5988738)
Frudemoo, you changed your avatar! Can you tell us more about it and where you found the image?
Oooh.. Caroline, that's a good question. I found it while searching for "Singer 27-2 or VS2" online. It might have been an image search. It's the latest machine I bought (a treadle from 1896) so I thought it was very fitting. It is also a clearer representation of my idea of myself than the other shot; even though it's technically me, my husband said it was very 'pose-y' (to which I snort and say, 'Hey! It was a new haircut and I was feeling a bit spesh). Anyway, I since did the World's Greatest Shave for the Leukaemia Foundation and have completely shaved my head, so it was time to change the pic ;)

frudemoo 04-10-2013 03:47 AM
Originally Posted by Mizkaki (Post 5990248)
Years ago I had a German machine that looked a lot like yours. I don't remember the name, but it took 16X231 needles. The 16X231 is AKA DBX1, a very common industrial needle.

Cathy
Cathy, I just checked and the 16x231/DBx1 IS a 1738! So I'm sure it must be right. Will report back ASAP.

SteveH 04-10-2013 08:44 AM
Originally Posted by frudemoo (Post 5990406)
...Anyway, I since did the World's Greatest Shave for the Leukaemia Foundation and have completely shaved my head, so it was time to change the pic ;)
Fru, You rock!

frudemoo 04-10-2013 01:57 PM
Originally Posted by frudemoo (Post 5990418)
Cathy, I just checked and the 16x231/DBx1 IS a 1738! So I'm sure it must be right. Will report back ASAP.
I got it working!! Long groove to the left and threaded left to right - but the shank keeps slipping so I think the round shank may not be right. Might visit the Shop to discuss the intricacies of this one...

Mizkaki 04-10-2013 02:23 PM
The DBx1 needle is the same length from top of the shank to the eye as the 15X1 ( timing length). Try the 15x1 needle it might just work. Remember to orient it the same.

Cathy

Originally Posted by frudemoo (Post 5991748)
I got it working!! Long groove to the left and threaded left to right - but the shank keeps slipping so I think the round shank may not be right. Might visit the Shop to discuss the intricacies of this one...

Caroline S 04-11-2013 06:51 AM
Originally Posted by SteveH (Post 5991182)
Fru, You rock!
Ditto, ditto.

I am going to try to find the image that you are using for your avatar. Fascinating!

frudemoo 04-11-2013 06:03 PM
It is signed Tunis if that helps!

frudemoo 06-06-2013 07:15 PM
Hi all - just an update to announce that I have found the most WONDERFUL lady in Germany whom - after quite a few emails in German, translated by my lovely German friend - has agreed to copy and post her Phoenix 250 manual for me.......... for .......... drumroll ............ the princely sum of .............drumroll........... $7.05!
Yes, that's right - COST PRICE.

That just goes to prove that in this crazy world we live in, 'good' always wins. At least that's what I'm telling myself ;)


And as an aside:
Originally Posted by Caroline S (Post 5993371)

I am going to try to find the image that you are using for your avatar. Fascinating!
Do you like the new one Caroline? ;) I thought it was hilarious. I keep finding them on eBay in Germany.

pocoellie 06-07-2013 05:38 AM
That is just flat out extortion!!!!!!!!!!! I certainly wouldn't deal with him any more. Follow your gut instincts.

Angel Bear 06-07-2013 05:53 AM
Yay! Good things come to those who wait! So happy for you.


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