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I agree with Hockeymender. Pfaff is a great machine and very smooth. glenn

No the 268 Adler is a post machine. The 267-273 is the double needle version. The old Minerva plant in the Czech republic is where DA machines are assembled. They have a parts plant in Romania. Germany is the warehouse and world headquarters.

That hook can be salvaged. If not, buy a new one. Hirose are very good aftermarket hooks. glenn

I would take the hook out and buff and polish the hook and then show us some pics. unless the tip is broken off or is gotten short, I normally can be salvaged. glenn

What back ordered parts if may ask?? glenn

when you install belt, take up lever must be all the way up. The time hook to needle. we need Eric here. glenn

Yes Just like the curved plate that comes with he machine only plate is flat. Feed dog stays in machine. Much better. The flat plate that Bob sells with the machine to me sucks. Plus, this flat plate does not hang over the edge as far. Why Cowboy made this flat plate this way so you have to remove the feed dog makes no since to me. The problem with the holster plate is their is a part on the plate that is raised up. This plate has nothing raised on it. Look at the flat plate for the 205 that Weaver sells. It is just like that plate only it fits the 441. glenn

Definitely sand and polish the feed dog teeth as well as the sides on the top edge of the teeth. Most feed dogs new have sharp teeth and top edges around the teeth. I always remove the feed dog, lightly grind, sand and buff the edges to take the sharpness off. I suggest you do the same. glenn

still looking JJN. thanks for your patience.

Wiz, When you remove the feed dog on the 441 Clone to put the their flat plate on, you have loss 1/3 of your feeding power. In essence, you have a needle and top feed machine. This plate that Beiler's sells lets you leave the feed dog in but with a flat needle plate. Much easier to sew on than the curved plate, believe me. I will not go back to the curved plate on my 205! glenn

No. Find a Testor's paint stick. Looks like a magic marker but it is paint. Used them for years in red to mark oil holes! glenn

nice job!!! glenn

Wiz, the part # is 44712 A-22-F Flat throat plate for feed dog, wide slot price $48.00 They sell the genuine Juki 441 as well as a clone No web site. They compete against Weaver. Ask for a catalogue. My hope is you will get a throat plate, use it and put out the word. Bob at Toledo does not carry one if I remember correctly. Beiler's Manufacturing and Supply 3025 Harvest Drive Ronks, PA 17572 717-768-0097 Hope that helps. glenn

Keep in mind, there are 3 classes of manufacturers of sewing machines in China. I call them A, B and C. Cobra, Cowboy, Techsew are Grade A manufacturers. Great machines with very few problems. The B grade manufacturers can make pretty good machines and can make some bad ones. It is a crap shoot at times. The C grade manufacturers make boat anchors. Period. You must know which class of manufacturer your machine comes from. Steve at Cobra, Bob and Alexander on Cowboy, Ralph at Techsew have all spent years establishing their reputations as well as getting machines that work. When you buy a machine form these guys, they have been gone thru to eliminate problems, check settings, check and tighten all the nuts bolts and set screws. That takes time and knowledge. These dealers have that. Unless you know how to work on these machines, buy from them, if for nothing more, peace of mind. Pay the extra money and get a proven one or you will regret it later both in time and money. Tell me I am wrong. Buy the way, a new genuine Juki TSC-441 now costs about $6500.00 set up. Not CHEAP! glenn

Nice job!!!! glenn

standard flip down roller guide sold on line or by our dealers here should fit this machine. You may have to drill and tap holes in the back of the casting. glenn

I am going to post this here since people with 441 clones are reading this.. Beiler's in Pennsylvania sells a flat throat plate for the 441 similar to the one Weaver makes and sells for the 205. Unlike that flat plat that is now available in which you have to remove the feed dog to use it, this plate has the slot to leave the feed dog in. I have one of the flat plates from Weaver. It is easier to sew items with this plate over the curved plate that comes with the machines. I think Beiler's sells the plate for around $40.00. Yeah, they are not a dealer that advertises on this site but they seam to be the only one that has this plate available for sale. Guys and gals owning a Cobra, Cowboy or the like, buy one of the plates. You will thank me later. glenn

send pics from different angles so we can see if it is bent. glenn

keep me posted. I am having the bracket made end of next month. I can send you the specs at that time. glenn

Cobra #17 and #18 should use Needle system 135x17 for round point, 135 x16 leather point. glenn

I do not have this part. Sorry. glenn

The Adler 669 Eco comes with a knee lift. However, they sell a kit to convert it to a foot lift. I now have air lift on my 669 but kept the knee lift pedal to use if the air compressor is not charged. I love it. This machine does not have the ability to use a synchronizer. It is because of the way the end of the shaft is designed. I am going to have a bracket made out of aluminum to mount the synchronizer on. I strongly recommend the machine to anyone looking for the narrow cylinder arm. No other company to my knowledge makes a new generation machine like this today. It is the only one of its kind in this class. glenn

I need to see a better picture of the part. Is it the casting end of the head that is broke or a part inside the casting?

Contact Gateway Shoe in St. Louis. they should have manuals for it.

Contact Gateway Shoe near St. Louis. They should be able to help you with a manual and or parts. This sucker is heavy, that I know. You might also contact Bob Kovar at Toledo Sewing. glenn