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  1. Constabulary
    Agree with Bob but the reverse function is something I would miss. So I would go with the 211 most likely.
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    Have to run - just some quick hints.... You have to balance top and bottom tension. Bottom tension should be as low as possible with a little bit of resistance when you pull the thread. Also check the tension spring on the shuttle it´s probably worn, bent or there is dirt underneath it so you cannot get enough bottom tension.
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    I may have a used replacement lever in my spare parts box - can you send me the total length of the lever so I can compare.
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    You are welcome!
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    Picture I: you have to remove the entire needle bar rock frame before you can remove it Picture 2: you have to carefully tab out the hinge stud from the back side (you already have loosen it´s set screw in picture 3) maybe a parts list will give you some additional hints how the parts are assembled.
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    First I would check it the needle hight and bobbin case opener, I would assume it has to open a bit earlier. It´s just a guess from her distance.
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    Well, before I (or someone else) make a 1000 words - watch this Video and read this thread Both will open your eyes - hopefully!
  8. Constabulary
    if you are using a PC or notebook in WINDOWS OS try an image resizer: https://imageresizer.codeplex.com/
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    Post some good detailed pictures of the threaded machine maybe someone will notice the "mistake". Have you checked the timing and tip of the hook?
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    Are you sure you have threaded the hook correctly. The 29K60 is a large hook machine, rigth? So the thread has to go through the small eye at the center of the hook. I´d also check the hook timing. When the hook tip is worn you probably have to advance the hook a little bit and probably move the needle holder a bit to the right. Loosen the upper screw on the needle holder and try to move it a bit to the right. Have you insert the needle correctly long grove to the left and short grove to the right?
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    There are roller feet with different roller diameter available. To solve your problem you could remove the foot pressure thumbscrew, rise the presser foot bar and you are ready to go.
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    Not true - since day 1 I called my Singer 133K3 Rosie - Like Rosie the Riveter. Seems she likes her name
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    I think very hard leather could be an option as well. Maybe s/t like sole leather or the like.
  14. Constabulary
    a gear puller would do the job. Sometimes the balance wheels are gummed
  15. Constabulary
    The machine is a Singer 111w155 from the 1950´s
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    Right - haven´t looked at the hook
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    Your is obviously bigger tan mine - not often that I say this! Du to the length I would put some squared timber (right word?) lengthwise under the plate to prevent it from sagging sooner or later.
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    I can reproduce your mistake - seems you are turning your flywheel backward but you have to turn it towards you!
  19. Constabulary
    Olie, your friends machine seems to be a Consew 226 not a 206
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    I would not buy the 206 for $800 - maybe $500-$600 but not more because you for sure will end up with installing a servo motor for approx $150 and since the paint on the flat bad is worn of it has seen extensive use. But that does not mean the machine is worn off. Advantage of the Consew 206 is that you can load the bobbin from the top (horizontal hook). This is (for me) by far more comfortable that tilting back the machine all the time when you wan to change the bobbin. And if I remember correctly the horizontal hook machines can handle thicker thread than the vertical hook machines. Personally I would buy the Consew + new servo motor if the price is right.
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    Army against Navy - wondering what the Marines manual says
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    If I remember correctly (haven't worked with one lately) the screw and lock lever is for adjusting the foot lift light hight while operating. Just test it. Makes a lot of noise this type of machine. At least the Adler 4 / 5 with this mechanism did. I once removed the entire mechanism fro a friend machine and installed a regular presser foot. Advantage: He can use the easier to find Singer 45K feet and it is less noisy. Downside: He no longer has the top feed.
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    Just stumbled over this #6HM on Ebay - maybe someone in the NY / PA or Canadian Border era is interested http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-British-United-Shoe-Machinery-Co-Leather-Hd-Sewing-Machine-Cobblers-Antique-/222090224361?
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    http://www.atlaslevy.com/Consew-223-223R-227-227R-227FS-227RFS-user-manual_p_3276.html if you can´t find one for free you could look for a Singer 153w manual - same machine but depends on the subclass
  25. Constabulary
    Better post some pictures
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