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Thanks Bob,just interested to know what it is,haven't seen anything like it

I was practically given, a Never been used GA 5. When I went to set it up to sew 207/277 bottom top for sewing Belts,the tension screw had no affect on the tension. I had to take off the spring piece and give it a bend on the ends,that allowed me to set the tension. Also the tab that holds the tension screw from getting loose stuck out to far and was catching the bobbin thread when th shuttle rotated. Fixed all that runs good. My question is,is that common ,with the number of 45ks built over the years the system must be proven. I'm pretty sure they were set up to do a task and rarely changed.Was this one just a non QA'ed Chinese piece. I don't want to fight it when I switch between 277 and 346 for the top I have an Aerostitch I use for holsters and it has a lock screw to lock the tension screw.The shuttle looks like the 45k shuttle,does anyone know if it would fit the GA5'takes the long Bobbin Any comments woul be appreciated

I came across this on craigslist ,looks like a 45 K bolted to a base. http://baltimore.craigslist.org/for/4594576448.html

Thanks Wiz

There is an LU Double needle clone (Gemsey) same as sew line sl-4020 locally available locally. Would like to use it mainly for wallets< 6 oz veg tanned.Can i use this as a single needle machine. Could it accommodate 270 thread # 23 needle for 12 to 14 oz veg or chrome for cases,purses. It has a Clutch that would have to be converted to servo

Thanks Darren ,I get a good stitch ( consistent stitch length )just trying to minimize work on the back of the belts. The dogs are Close to 2 mm when down. I'll take it off tomorrow and fit it as you mentioned,I'll also knock the sharp edges off the top. Thanks again

Thanks Wiz.

I've recently acquired ,almost given a GA5. The machine was purchased by the previous owner and never used. I do mainly belts and Holsters.I have an aerostitch which has been more than adequate for my needs. The GA5 was a steal,and I would like to dedicate it to belts(unfinished backs),as sometimes I have a helper that I could dedicate to stitching belts. The GA5 is up and running good, I noticed on other posts some have polished feed dogs to minimize Effect from the feed. Does anyone have any pictures,or explain how much of the dogs should be altered and polished,and still maintain enough to feed. The knowledge in this forum is unbelievable ,and I thank all the main contributors for their time.

Shorts, Give me a call 941-350-0599.

Shorts,I was getting ready to pull the trigger on a Toro 3200U(12 1/2") and I noticed your machine for sale. I'm in southwest Fl,Interested, 2 1/2 hours to broward winer@winemakingpantry.com