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Great, Thanks for the info. In my case I only have $310 (total combined) into all three machines, and since swaping parts is free, this will be the low cost option to get the best combination of what I already have.

So does one use the 563 hook, case opener and take up lever for the 111/226/562 conversion? I ask because I have a 563-3, 111g156 and a 226r and would prefer to convert the 226 to a large bobbin. Machining is not a issue.

Right, however I *assumed* I could get 5 (not 5.5-6) if everything was set correctly. Also I assume you meant the 152-55 can get 3.5? I'm happy with 5.5, I can stop searching for the missed/incorrect adjustment. Which should be the max matched, unmatched F and R can offset the linkage to achieve 3.5-4 SPI on F and 25+ on R I was taking the 5 a bit too literally Thanks everyone for the info.

Pics from the original auction listing. After wiping it down, blowing out the accumulated dust, fuzz, spiderwebs and dirt. So far Ive checked the timing, moved the saddle, corrected the feed dog height, centered the feed, and adjusted the reverse stitch length to match. I'm still overlooking something as I can only get 5.6-6 SPI with the Forward and reverse matched up.

It looks like a fur machine

Thanks. You are correct my Juki does not have reverse.

I rolled the dice on a $50 ebay 111g156. Seller had it listed as being locked up. Surprisingly when it showed up today everything was free and turned over w/o any issues. Other than some surface rust to clean up it seems like it should be a easy rebuild. Now I need to decide if its worth keeping my juki 563-3 just for the large bobbin.

This is a old topic but, my 563-3 has a max stitch length of 5 spi (both measured and dial setting)

Glenn, you are correct. The drive pin got a stepped through hole and three cross drilled holes for the wick and oil dispersion. This was the last (known) issue to fix and I was anxious to test the machine since I had been unable to previously. I ran it last night and other than needing to adjust thread tension it seems to work well. So far It would appear (at least in my mind) my $145 gamble was well spent.

Thanks for the info. I was able to machine the replacement part but ill get in touch with them for any parts I cant fabricate.

I just picked up a very cheap Juki 563-3 (seller claimed it was motor clutch issue). It ended up being a bent upper feed spring rod (causing the feed drive rod to bind against the main shaft. That was easy enough to fix in a press and facing cut on the lathe. However I managed to break the drive pin assembly for the take up arm. I think I can machine a new one, however I would like to have a backup plan it it doesnt work. Ive been been looking for replacement parts(and found a few places look like they have the part) but was hoping to get a suggestion as to a reputable shop to prder from.