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purplefiend 06-15-2014 07:44 PM


Originally Posted by LoisM (Post 6758821)
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.
Sharon

J Miller 06-23-2014 08:45 AM


Originally Posted by purplefiend (Post 6760299)
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.

Joe

Auntyaya 06-24-2014 03:48 PM

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!

singerguy 06-24-2014 03:55 PM


Originally Posted by Auntyaya (Post 6772700)
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.

Auntyaya 06-24-2014 04:23 PM

Good idea! Lol. I will get a picture tomorrow when there is more light & post it. Thanks for the help!

SteveH 06-24-2014 04:28 PM


Originally Posted by Auntyaya (Post 6772700)
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/

Auntyaya 06-25-2014 06:02 AM

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grant15clone 06-25-2014 06:43 AM

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~

SteveH 06-25-2014 06:57 AM

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)

redbugsullivan 06-25-2014 08:48 AM

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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