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I think I have no parts you would need. Didn´t get new parts. I never have sewn with fiberglass thread but when the top thread breaks and the machine is threaded correctly then try a new needle or a needle 1 size larger. I´d also try to loosen the top and bottom tension a little bit. Do you wrap the thread around the tension pulley (the one before the thread regulator spring) 1/2 or 1 + 1/2 times? How old is the fiber glass thread? Is it probably "too old" to sew with it? I don´t know this type of thread so I honestly don´t know how and if it is aging. I really wanted to keep the 105 but I got it at about the same time as the BUSMC 6HM (this really was a lucky circumstance and I had to act fast) and I had to decide which one has to go. The BUSMC has much more punch and can sew much thicker + it has a needle feed (was great for the heavy tent repair) and I love vintage machines. So it was the 105 that had to go. It was also a question of $$ (glad it sold fast). The BUSMC is cool but I think a Singer 97 would suit better in my "sewing room". So in case I will find one I´d probably sell the BUSMC again. But I´ll restore it first and then.... well, I don´t know... I think I can´t let it go... too cool machine The 29K71 in NYC is a bargain and in nice condition too but sipping will probably cost a lot.

Great price for this machine - if I were on your side of the pond I´d buy it in a heartbeat. I paid more for restoration parts for my 29K71.

Hey Al - how is it going? Any progress with your machine? Have you tried my decals? Do you have new parts already?

College Sewing is a Juki dealer too.

Well, I yet have not noticed a machine where the thread is going over this pin but thats probably just me. I personally still would not go over then pin. But when Consew wants it that way and it has no effect it´s of course up to you. Anyway - Something is causing either too high top tension or too little bottom tension. Have you checked the 2 screw on the bobbin case? I´d remove them and check if there is some dirt underneath the spring then you can check if the small screws are is in proper condition. How is the thread coming off the thread spool? The guide for the threat should be straight above the thread cone. Then there is a thread pin on top of the machine - try to guide the thread through just one hole and maybe leave out one hole of the 3-hole guide neat the tension assembly. This is a try to reduce the top tension.

Nice weather this evening to I decided to soak some parts in an electrolysis bath - worked well! Some light surface rust came back quickly but the old paint and all the gunk are gone! Only the motor mount has some tough paint left. The hand wheel also has an IVI marking so I would say IVI Metallics in the UK made it for DVSG. Some pictures

I absolutely agree with TinkerTailor!!! Sooner or later you will run into the next problem. So you have to learn what is going on in your machine to help your self. It sometimes sucks badly but the better you understand your machine the more money you can safe and the sooner you can get back to work.

Your top thread should not go over this pin (see circle) just slip it between the discs and not over the pin! This most likely is your problem. The path over the pin causes extra tension.

The bobbin case has 2 screws on the spring - which one have you tuned? The right one is for attaching it to the bobbin case the and left one for altering the tension. Are both screws present and is the left one functional or is the thread probably damaged / over wound?

Now THAT is a really nice vintage clicker!!! Since it is German I want it back - NOW. I guess my grandfather forgot this one in Norway in 1945 (no he was not in Norway, he was a baker and has not served). But you are probably right a lot of machinery was melted down or got destroyed by allied air raids. Just found this one on Ebay http://www.ebay.de/itm/330747166650 maybe you can "convert" it but w/o out seeing it live I would not buy it. I also have my eyes on something vintage but have to generate some play money but I´m not in a hurry...

A lot of parts on my machine have the IVI factory marking and the 6HM (Model 6 Harmes Maker) marking. IVI Metallics in the UK produced parts and needles for BUSMC so I would assume the machine (or at least the parts) come from BUSMC. The handwheel is "relabeled" for DVSG Germany. Thats at least what I think. Or DVSG bought parts from BUSMC and assambled the machine in Germany. What do you think when has this machine been made? I would assume either in the 1930´s prior Sept. 1939 or after the war in th mid 1940´s to mid 1950´s.

I´d try a needle 1 size larger

I have an Adler 105-6 on Ebay: http://www.ebay.de/itm/331528348387 Machine is extremely clean and overall in very very good condition. Comes with 1 Phase 220Volt 550Watt Servo Motor and 40mm pulley. Mounted on a nice versatile stand. Machine can be shipped EU wide or you arrange pick up by freight forwarder or show up personally. If seriously interested please send me a PM for details. I´m open for offers.

Thanks Cheryl. I have seen a bunch of shop press solutions on LW.net and this of course is not a bad idea but I´m absolutely in no hurry and I really prefer vitage machinery. I do not make serious money with my hobby and there are still some other things on my "like to have list"

Well - no Clicker - no dies. I was also thinking about the Lucris III but thats still too much money for the few item I would click.

LW Member Darren Brosowski is selling a bunch of new made Singer 45k Parts on Ebay http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw=&_ssn=bungee50&hash=item4ae28f6ca8&item=321628630184&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.X45k.TRS0&_nkw=45k&_sacat=0 I may have a few used parts but have to take a closer look what it is in particular. I would assume most 45k have the same parts in the shuttle era but there are indeed some different parts number and I don´t know the exact differences. I know LW member Frankqv also has a 45K53 so maybe he can get you the right parts numbers. I have attached a parts list for the 45K48 but I´m not 100% certain that the parts are exactly the same for your machine. 45K48.pdf

what you mean with "the assembly to it"? If you have a parts list then the numbers would help to ID the parts you need.

Presser foot bar, needle bar + fly wheel are SOLD.

I was able to acquire an BUSMC 6HM machine and it had a bunch of parts attached which I don´t need for my purposes so I´d like to sell them to folks who are restoring this type of machine. Most of the parts are for a clutch system when the machine is driven by motors. The last few pictures show a water bath box for the wax heating system. It mounts to the back of the machine. This would also make a nice accessories / spare parts / needle box if you don´t need it for the heating system I´m open for serious offers - though these parts are quite rare I don't want an arm and and leg for them. I just want to reduce my costs a bit. I will ship worldwide! I would also trade for Singer 45K, Singer 133K / 132K accessories, a roller foot for these machines or Round Point 331 needles in size 160 (23), 180 (24), 200 (25), bobbins, presser feet or other useful accessories for the BUSMC #6. Would like to sell / trade all parts at once if possible. I know there will be not many who would be interested in these parts but you never know so I´m open for offers. Please send me a PM so we can talk about details.

You have to remove the hand wheel and the large bushing behind the hand wheel. And through that holw you can slip on the new timimg belt. See page 21 in this manual 111W156.pdf

Do you have a manual for your machine? If not download one. I´d first check the position of the stitch length aduster and probably increase the pressure of the foot.

IT´S ALIVE... HA HA HA HA.... ALLLLIIIIIIIIVE The former owner cut metric threads into the shuttle tension spring an insert some odd screws. Bottom thread always hung up and broke because of the oversizes and odd shaped heads. I replaced them with some shop made screws with reduced head diameter and flattened heads. I cut deeper slits into the screws and polished the heads... shuttle is ready to go! Thank God for the Dremel tool. I have to play with the tension + foot pressure a little bit but the 1st attempt was not too bad. Seems I have a working BUSMC #6 now Thanks a lot to Al Muckart & Gordond !!! I´m sure I will have some more questions later

You`ll find a lot of topics on the Tippman Boss: http://leatherworker.net/forum/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1 Seems it has some issues but I will not judge the machine as I never used one.

I have not bought from them (still looking for a nice vintage clicker) but I once found this Ebay seller who offers custom dies for 35€ per "meter".

I also tried to contact them w/o success. I guess some dealers complained that they sell their products to end consumers for a much lower price and thats why they stopped selling parts directly. If you need a drop down edge guide I´d try College Sewing in the UK. They sell the guides for a good price I´d say. I have ordered mine from them and I´m pleased. I guess it also is made by Kwokhing.