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Originally Posted by Weedwoman
Went through the bobbins I had for the 306k and I think only one of them were vintage, the other 4 seem 'fatter' and their thread holes are larger. Anyway, I put the vintage one back in and it did 'snap' and I was able to sew without breaking thread or cussing. I guess now my quest will be to find a few more vintage bobbins for it as I hate having only one bobbin for a machine. Anybody have any to sell?
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http://cgi.ebay.com/25-Rotary-Bobbin...item27ba172108
I have ordered parts from him previously and is a good seller.
Sharon W.
I have ordered parts from him previously and is a good seller.
Sharon W.
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Can anyone point me to a site to get a free manual for a 1908 Minnesota Model A Davis was the manufacturer. Understand the became a Sears brand after 1910?
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Originally Posted by tomilu
Here is the freebie DH came home with. Singer Golden Touch and Swear 640. It did clean up nice, but is missing the 5 prong cord and slide plate. My slide plate for the 401 fits it, but I don't want to rob the 401. The plastic gears seem ok, but won't know until I get it running. I was able to download a manual for the 600s and instructions for threading and bobbin winding for this model. Now to locate the parts.
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This one just might want to find a cozy home with me. I really like the cabinet. Says it is a singer.....
This one just might want to find a cozy home with me. I really like the cabinet. Says it is a singer.....
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HELP - I have a lovely 15-91. Just gave her a good cleaning (inside and out per Billy's tute) and she sews like a charm. HOWEVER, the minute that I loosen the thumb screw to lower the feed dogs....no more sewing! She makes a feeble attempt and catches about every 10th stitch, but I cannot do FMQ at all! I have the FMQ foot on, the presser foot is lowered, I'm holding the fabric tight and low...... The minute I raise the feed dogs up, she sews fine again.
Any hints?
Thanks,
Linda
Any hints?
Thanks,
Linda
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Originally Posted by San Diego Quilter
HELP - I have a lovely 15-91. Just gave her a good cleaning (inside and out per Billy's tute) and she sews like a charm. HOWEVER, the minute that I loosen the thumb screw to lower the feed dogs....no more sewing! She makes a feeble attempt and catches about every 10th stitch, but I cannot do FMQ at all! I have the FMQ foot on, the presser foot is lowered, I'm holding the fabric tight and low...... The minute I raise the feed dogs up, she sews fine again.
Any hints?
Thanks,
Linda
Any hints?
Thanks,
Linda
with no problems at all. I use a 90/14 top stitch needle and that seems to help too.
Sharon W.
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Originally Posted by Grandmother23
http://neworleans.craigslist.org/atq/2365572119.html
This one just might want to find a cozy home with me. I really like the cabinet. Says it is a singer.....
This one just might want to find a cozy home with me. I really like the cabinet. Says it is a singer.....
Very interesting.
Sharon W.
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Very nice finds on the "new" machines!! So pretty and giving me the gotta find one fever. There are several garage sales in my area tomorrow, and I am on the hunt. I know one treadle is out there, but I haven't seen it yet. I already have 3 sphinxes so hope it is something I don't already have. I, like so many board members, am on a sewing machine diet, and am trying to only get what I don't already have. You never know though, if the price is right, it is hard to let one get by even if you already have one. Have a good weekend everyone!!
P.S. Thanks, tomilu for your help.
P.S. Thanks, tomilu for your help.
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