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Just to be curious, first. What hp motor is on it now, and what dia. pulley is on the motor at present. Do you have a photo of the back gearing/pulley arrangement possibly. Good day Floyd

It could be a better option to call Bob and mention the situation. http://www.tolindsewmach.com/ I suspect he has some left and right presser feet or a set. Similar to some of the zipper feet sets. Below is 1 photo of many from their site. Its sure possible to get these many places and from the machinery dealers that frequent the site so this is one option. Floyd https://www.google.com/search?q=singer+111+left+side+presser+foot&client=safari&channel=iphone_bm&prmd=sivn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj4suL62s7XAhVC2IMKHX77D8kQ_AUIEygC&biw=375&bih=553#imgrc=rBHFMxpMYf8TkM:

You would save a lot of time and effort keeping it stored safely on a ground level, unless an industrial type building imo. Anyway this kind of large equipment could be moved by rolling on solid rod or pipes in stepped diameters carefully placed. I would look around your area for lift gate trucks with the capacity to lift this and haul it. They likely have hand operated fork lifts so to move around pallets say from truck to the other close area. Thats my .02 cents Good day Floyd

Welcome to the forum Sam Just a nod to both you Missourians saying Hello from your capital city JC good day to ya Floyd

If you handle the price of the 2810 then consider the Durkopp Adler 867. There are so many cloning the 1500 series Juki its pittifull. The NH is a bit different than the others. If i hadn't stumbled upon a 1508nh brand new in govt surplus auction, I had only one other on my mind, the 2810. Im not sure even today if it could best the 1508NH although if I found a deal as I did but the 2810 it would be in my shop. It really depends what exactly you want to do, honestly. This specfic needs brought up to be accurate in your purchase. Just remember most items that are made anywhere are or can be easily stitched with an old standard they all look up to still today the Singer. If your looking for a machine this place here is exactly where you want to hash them out. Many great ideas have been used in the redesign of the old machines so its really possible ( not by me ) but others to pin point designs implemented from others to just plain newer machines and even their clones. Good day Floyd

I found Superior Threads company nice to work with. If considering colors I recomend their sample card, both in Poly and Nylon. This is a real time saver if selecting colors for match or to highlight. I found the above after countles calls for big thread from coats, who i still regard as a measure others to keep up with. But Big thread in poly was just a real pain attemting to find in small quantities. Miami company has been the choice for my marine type, SolarFix PTFE thread requirements. Good day Floyd

I think the first photo looks to have a plate designed already for an attachment. The diamond insignia may be known by others here. Its obvious a pro part. I would say though some binders can be a bit time consuming to install even though a benefit in usage. Something to really ask about in my oppinion. Good day Floyd ps: an excellent topic

Its possible the feed dog is loose, if im understanding your description. Its normally a slow continuous movement. May have to remove the motor belt, threads and feed dog cover and carefully get a better view if possible. With the stitch knob is there a spec on stitch per inch, or how is it referred in the book. Some machines refer differently, by that 3 per inch is a long stitch. Good day Floyd

Here can be some tips on pages 3 with points of lubrication, and sometimes others only people as Bob or Gregg may know about having seen the insides of these beast. Anyway good luck Floyd http://www.consew.com/Files/112347/InstructionManuals/P1206RB.pdf

Its a great concept. In reading through the above post, one could consider another hack if ya want to call it that. I actually think it should have been a first choice for the manufactures addressing the issue, from the begining. But to consider, there are few factory operators needing slow starts. No-matter its a pita but a relatively easy mod! If you look into it more and make your decision. First a small pulley option with them servos is also a requirement. This mod and small pulley are an additional help feature, but nothing comparing to a reducer pulley setup which would be a great investment for leather work. Good day Floyd

Yes thats more of my experiences, the 15series. Its always a great interest in looking through some others manuals for following their troubleshooting. Thanks Gregg for the manuals, sure puts a light on some of these issues we talk and ask of you Pros good day Floyd

Just wanted to agree that the top shaft and rod adjustment Bob mentions, can Spin and is a key adjustment i find “ not easy”. I find the manual and following these steps to adjust are critical, particularly this area of mention. Thats all i got Floyd

Depending on your address and location shipping and if wanted, residental delivery needs clarified. This can entail extra for the delivery truck using a lift mechanisim made on their truck, vs you and a fork lift as some commercial companies have. Im just saying this tailgate lift is an extra. That all needs discussed so the location is a big deal. All the dealers have this information easily managed and explainable, as your part. Far as machines their are many Winners of Leather work that have used and like their machines, one should keep these in high regard. Good day Floyd

Most of these size machines can come with the standard table, having a center cutout. Probably only optional pedestal stands are from dealers that frequently visit the LW site here. The Seiko and Juki machines are available, and so with any of your choices small thread size is the standard here. I honestly have not heard of any discussion in particulars or specfics how any big threads are used. I recommend one to get a stand that will be for their specfic area. If you like or need an open area to the left. Then a table or stand with these provisions should be built or obtained. Your work area actually can help on this. This size machine i utilized an existing work table, i honestly need lots of access both front and side. Its always a great idea to do the homework on the best machines offered then its more your choice understandably. Good day Floyd ps: obtain a real light with the machine

A photo of the surface condition of the cam would be great, look likes from the rear side, where its easily viewable. Or when the fork assembly was taken apart, both these could be interesting for sure Floyd

The screw above the red arrows is the same as my 212. although the 212 has another above the mentioned, and very small, almost stud type. I havent a clue how they adjust. My cam to fork hasn't any noticeable slack fwiw as i tilted it over to veiw. Again im only referencing mine not a 111 Floyd

I dont have a manual in front of me, so would start and say Eric may shed some good light on this. With that i can say its not a pressure fed system so the typical .0015- .003” is to tight, this being newer parts. So not really even a splash system so .005+ is tight imo. This system imo “ when “ having been recently oiled draws its oil from the bottom fork and then disperses it to the top through its rotation. So after above counsel the top must have an oil thicness clearance, while picking up its new supply from where ever as a full load or not wiped off. Floyd

Just the check spring. As the needle touchs the material is when check spring tension is no longer needed. So adjusting as mentioned either direction as required. Best to stick with one adjustment at a time, or its what I have found best. Good day Floyd

I would guess a person needs to determine the pull requirement they require. Then go from there to a height for both directions. I really would consider the times one wants or actually can do this process. I have heard there is a “ psi figure “ for the amount of blade/ die cutter length, but i do not know this. So doing a lot of small pieces with a single die could be the same as a large bag side, so to say. Lets just say this is going to be expensive and then its mechanical. good day there Floyd

Nice addition there Floyd

I haven’t although it has been an interest, a size would be tough i think. As the cost of my first smRt phone was this year and was over a grand i decided to get a case. I actually only wanted the photo viewing option, honestly that was my needs. The big screen vs my old sliders 1.5” screen. As usual i as many say it should have been long ago change. ( with the change i work less as now im on the net almost anywhere ) Anyway i think a case is a great idea, though just wanted to mention many have a protective case. Without a holster of any means. So its a great idea if a plan is implemented taking care of both. I mention this only because my first priority was dropping it in the rocky stream or around the docks. So a better way to carry is again a great idea. Keep us posted! Good day Floyd

I would take the motor assembly off before loading in truck. If you struck a good deal then we are all glad Floyd ps: machine photos are so cool

I wished it was in my shop, and thats my serious opinion. Congrats on the new addition Floyd

That is going to work well. I agree also the retention you made looks great, a big plus in that regard in my opinion. Nice touch on the designs. Good day Floyd

Does it have to be new and how much technical work is available or time to adjust. And everyones reality question whats the budget. Floyd ps: im not sure but have a good idea your making leather products up to 1/4 thick ?