MyOldHyde

Mr. Wizcraft! You are a wealth of knowledge and such a resource for we beginner hobbyists! The SewPro 500GR sounds like a great product. I watched a video on in and it will probably run forever... and I wish I had one. And your statement above is interesting... it sounds as though production issues made such units unreliable. I wonder if you have experience with the Kinedyne motors being discussed. I would very much like your opinion of the 1000SH model I use; how it compares with analog units as well as other digital units that were disappointing. Thanks again for all you do for the Forum. MOH

Fibersport, "... is the 4th motor I've bought chasing what I was looking for in a servo motor."... ...is exactly the dilemma most buyers face when not having the opportunity to test a unit, in our own applications, before purchase, myself included. After lots of research, I purchased my 1000SH models because they were the only motors I found that met multiple requirements, the most important being a wide range of speed adjustment with high torque at very low speeds without the need for speed reducers. I can sew 1/2" of veg tanned leather with ease and complete control at a regulated 2 stitches per second, when an error, a misplaced stitch, produces instant, expensive scrap. Or, I can sew three layers of heavy canvas as fast as I can get my Singer 7-33 to run, all with the same motor, and with the push of a button on the control unit conveniently placed within view and reach of my seated position. Thanks to another sewing forum member, like you, for having posting their story of sorting-out the best motor for them, I learned about the Kinedyne product line (and Ryan Neel.) And thanks to our moderators as well.

I purchased three of the 1000SH motors/controllers from Ryan and I run gargantuan machines (Singer 7-33, 11-20 and 11-22) with them, working heavy leather at slow speeds, no speed reducers required. (Running 230/26 needles and #346 threads.) I can't say enough good things about Ryan and his service both before and after the sale. I will say that the manual, highly technical, needs some clarification at a few points, but for most applications, it's "plug and play." In addition, because of the nature of standard rubber (or rubber composite) V belts to take a "set" while at rest, especially around the small pulley on the motor, I use an "ACCU-LINK" adjustable link V-belt (the green one) with the 3L profile. Runs without distortion or doesn't produce the black rubber dust common to rubber(ized) belts as they wear. Stupidly expensive, but easy to fit and re-adjust as necessary, and clean running.

Well, further time on the internet indicates that Blue Mountain Industries thread was a product of Barbour threads (the US company) that apparently went out of business 20+ years ago. Would still like to know if this thread is any good. Any insight appreciated.

Does anyone know anything about Blue Mountain Industries threads? I was given 6 one pound spools of 207 "Nylon Shurso" bonded thread I cannot find any information about the manufacturer... thanks...

Many thanks to all respondents! Very helpful! When I get the appropriate appliance, (and some practice!!) I'll share what I am making!

Anyone know of a commercial 45 degree edge cutter?... something that will accommodate more than straps?... or even an existing product you know of that might be modified to achieve the angle? Thanks...

You bet! Hoyer is a big manufacturer of medical transport devices and I think first made the patient lift, hence the name. Now this is showing off... how I got in and out of my truck! Hey, when you're 70, 250lbs feels like 500!

Here's my solution to moving my gargantuan Singer 7-33. $50 at Habitat for Humanity Restore... 450lb capacity and rolls easily with full load on 5" wheels. My back-saver!

Since I imagine many have followed this thread, here is the set my gunsmith both uses and recommended to me as I worked on my 1964 Singer 7-33. I included a large photo so you can see the specifications chart on the lid, detailing the blade thickness and shank diameter of each bit. I asked him if this wasn't a bit of "overkill" given the high price. His response was compared to the cost of having a screw custom machined, these are a deal. Robert

For the New Owner of this marvelous collection... I have great interest in one particular machine that is numbered and illustrated in this thread. If you have interest in selling individual items, please send me a message and I will respond promptly. Happy to drive to collect! thanks, My Old Hyde....