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09-14-2011, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by DogHouseMom
I have a two questions. I am soon to embark on restoring a 1923 Singer Model 66 Treadle Red Eye. The decals are in great shape and naturally I'd like to keep them that way.
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
09-14-2011, 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by QuiltnCowgirl
Originally Posted by deplaylady
Originally Posted by miriam
Originally Posted by deplaylady
Hi - can someone help me out with this machine? I know I am supposed to be cutting back, but it is $25 and neat looking - I'm just not sure what model Singer it is... and is it worth getting?
http://rochester.craigslist.org/art/2593482874.html
http://rochester.craigslist.org/art/2593482874.html
09-14-2011, 09:18 AM
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Originally Posted by vintagemotif
OMG! These things really do work well!
After seeing a demo at the TOGA this weekend, I got brave enough to play with my Singer ruffler today.
These are the best! This is the prettiest gathering I have ever done.
After seeing a demo at the TOGA this weekend, I got brave enough to play with my Singer ruffler today.
These are the best! This is the prettiest gathering I have ever done.
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09-14-2011, 09:34 AM
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I would jump on that Singer 503 so FAST - that's my dream machine!!
09-14-2011, 09:34 AM
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Originally Posted by jljack
Monica, I am looking at a Singer 15...it has a potted motor, so is it a 15-91? The listing on ISMACS says Gear Driven for a -91. Thanks!!
09-14-2011, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by DonnaC
I would jump on that Singer 503 so FAST - that's my dream machine!!
09-14-2011, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by miriam
Originally Posted by DogHouseMom
I have a two questions. I am soon to embark on restoring a 1923 Singer Model 66 Treadle Red Eye. The decals are in great shape and naturally I'd like to keep them that way.
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
Oh Miriam...hellloooo
I like the muffin tin idea.
My biggest issue when reassembling is that darn washer behind the handwheel....
Is there a right way to put the handwheel back on? I can't seem to get the clutch to engage properly on my newly cleaned 191J....
09-14-2011, 09:37 AM
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And if you need any disks I have found someone who sells them. Has an awesome inventory of them. :)[/quote]
Would you share this person with me as I need some disks? Kathie
Would you share this person with me as I need some disks? Kathie
09-14-2011, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by deplaylady
Originally Posted by miriam
Originally Posted by deplaylady
Originally Posted by Quilt Mom
Originally Posted by deplaylady
Any thoughts on this one? I called about it - I can't tell a lot from the picture, but I've wanted a toy Singer. What should I be looking for- and what do they go for? Ive seen them go for a lot more on eBay,and that's not counting the shipping. I think it looks like a centennial one.
http://rochester.craigslist.org/atq/2593341424.html
http://rochester.craigslist.org/atq/2593341424.html
I'm meeting her at one - unless it looks like there's a big problem I'm going to own a baby Singer!
Well, I didn't have any problems - we met in a parking lot at a local shopping plaza. Just mover her MIL to a nursing home and was selling her things. Here are some pictures of my newest machine - good thing it's small, I'm running out of room!
09-14-2011, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by justtrish
Originally Posted by miriam
Originally Posted by DogHouseMom
I have a two questions. I am soon to embark on restoring a 1923 Singer Model 66 Treadle Red Eye. The decals are in great shape and naturally I'd like to keep them that way.
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
I've reviewed Billy's tute on cleaning and disassembling the machine, and I've reviewed *some* of the 1584 pages of posts here on this thread and elsewhere on QB. In the tute, he basically soaks/scrubs the entire machine in kerosene - including the decals. BUT I seem to recall seeing at least one post, and my husband is also worried, that Kerosend will remove/damage the decals.
So which is it? Will kerosene ruin the decals??
Second question is with regard to cleaning the workings of the machine. In Billy's tute he removed everything under the face place, the bobbin winder, the bobbin holder, the tension discs - etc. At no time did I see him remove any of the parts located in the pillar or upper arm (the gear works). So ... can these parts be removed? I'd really like to give them a good scrubbing.
thanks all. This is my first vintage machine. It's a voyage of discovery for me.
BTW - Hubby is in charge of restoring/revamping the cabinet which was in poor condition - but the irons all work well which is the important part. We decided that we're going to completely replace the wood top and instead of a drop in table he's going to make a coffin top and recess the machine. He already has the irons all apart and has sand blasted the wheel so far.
Thanks all
Sue - proud new owner of a not YET working vintage treadle
Oh Miriam...hellloooo
I like the muffin tin idea.
My biggest issue when reassembling is that darn washer behind the handwheel....
Is there a right way to put the handwheel back on? I can't seem to get the clutch to engage properly on my newly cleaned 191J....
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