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I have had so much help from everyone on this site. One thing no one mentioned to me but i have found is ; My consew 225 was used on one small project 25 plus years ago and has set since. The cork in the clutch is ok and I did Not mess with it (yet) BUT while I had it apart I saw the clutch engaging bearing that slides in the Quill was gummy. I used a "Triflow" spray lubricant (Not WD40) to get it limbered up While it was apart don't forget the slide trunnions . Tremendous difference It is still faster than i care for but I did put a 5" pulley on in place of the balance wheel. and the motor pulley is a 3: and I am going to try a 2" soon. As for getting used to clutches and feathering I am not in a hurry and only doing 6" Max stitches and the back/lock stitch Is NOT fun without reverse. Another note is that I changed treadle from front to back of machine. Then raised the table height. When I had the clutch off of the motor I noticed the Oil port on top of the quill for the clutch/bearing. AND that the face of the motor/clutch assembly can be rotated easily with 3 flange clamps allowing treadle linkage to pull in a STRAIGHT line.. Some of the so obvious yet so easily oversighted issues... SO KEEP thinking and something will happen Thanks to everyone for the help I received here I had NEVER sewn a Machine stitch in my Life and the problem machine i chose to start on was a real Experience.. Would have been near impossible without so much help.

Sew Much to Read and Learn I only hope I retain some of it.

That is something I did not know and hope to not forget. Thanks Darren

I watched the whole video and the stitching actions more than a few times...Art is right it is a different kind of critter. Will try a few calls this week to the successors of ferdco to see if the "BULL" is a viable machine or a waste of money,, After everything you all have helped me with I believe I will try to use the consew 225 to get a good start then if things go right something with reverse will come along .. So the Dreams go. Thanks for the video Wiz I will not say I understand it completely but It was an immense help. Hard to Fathom the knowledge you GUYS have accumulated ( "INCONCEIVABLE" ) I appreciate your efforts of sharing and helping me Thanks doesn't seem to be enough But it is SINCERE

Can any one suggest a video to watch a jump foot needle feed sewing in action?? I am catching this cursed sewing machine bug from over exposure.... May have to unsubscribe for reasons of self preservation.. AND OH YEAH ART ----- THANKS and HAPPY NEW YEAR to you

I have to reply and say thank you "ALL" for your replies. I need to sit back and let some of this soak in a bit at a time. Your input will help with decisions. I am going to experiment using the 138 and 207 thread.I think I read Not to use a lubricated thread on the bobbin.Will look for that answer and the round point needle caught my EYE unexpectedly. I am not trying to light the world on fire. I just enjoy a variety of tinkering. I have found a Ferdinand 900-B (Bull?) that I can afford but I like the table concept for what I am doing. The ferdco is in very good shape but I worry about later maintenance. I reckon the price will let me call it almost expendable. Thank you again for the replies and after digesting your information I will do my best for a followup of my progress.

I saw the Pic of the FERDCO Juki 2000 NICE it has a striking resemblance of the FERDINAND 900-B (Bull?) I am seriously thinking of buying one nearby. Any thoughts??

I am reading ancient kind of information but it is very relevant for one of my projects. I want to sew 5 layers of nylon(Polyester) car seat belt material at .045" to .050" totaling approx. .250" I have a consew 225 with ac motor Reading above you strongly stated let it do the 138 thread. I am doing short (7")runs so bobbin size is not as critical. I am having a saddlemaker sew for me. He uses 277 top and 207 bottom The stitching is impressive to see and I consider it a strong selling point. At times He is to busy to do my projects. So I wish to do my own if possible with the consew 225. Question #1 Does Nylon sew easier than Leather? Question #2 Is Nylon/polyester more problematic with The other story of the material lifting with the foot? Question#3 By Using larger needle and thread Am I seriously abusing my machine or just bringing some "sweat" out? Thank You ahead of time and MERRY CHRISTMAS