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Kimberly, Sorry about your Father in law. When you have time I would like to see what you have for sale. Regards.

can you tell me what the clearance under the presser foot is? I havent found any info on this unit anywhere... What are you asking for it? Jeff

Hey Bob, I would like to purchase those needles you have found. how do you want to go about it? jeff I will take some pics of the modification process and post them. We'll see what we get! Jeff

Hey Bob. Thanks for the reply. i think I understand what I would have to do to the cast iron body (3/8" material removed for needlebar/presserfoot clearance). I can do that no problem. Lifter handle bracket no problem, I will make a new one with a shorter slot. very good so far! I make the clearance but I don't modify the stroke of the needlebar? do I change the location where the needlebar clamp (connecting link with the two set screws) holds the needlebar? In essence, choke up on the needlebar? If I understand this correctly: the stroke length will remain the same but the needlebar will be set higher so the stroke has been raised higher Because the needle stroke is higher, it will not reach low enough on the down stroke to catch the lower thread unless the needle is longer than a standard needle. (my needles are appx 2 3/4") Here is my question: If I use a longer needle wont I bring the needle tip back down to where it originally was? will I still have clearance for thicker material with the longer needle hanging down? Any further clarification you have would be most appreciated!!! Also, where did you source those needles you mentioned? I dont know where to get them. Thanks!

Hey all! Here's the question: Does anyone know how to modify a singer 7-34 machine so you can sew thicker goods? I want mega clearance and I am willing to do some work to get it. Ideally I want 1 1/4" clear for sewing but I suspect someone will call me crazy. I will settle for 1" if I have to. I will be sewing through leather and felt (mostly felt) so I know the machine has the capability in terms of power.... I dont want to start chopping up my machine before I speak with some more seasoned experts! Anyone gone down this path before and wants to throw some knowledge my way? I have metalworking capabilities if that helps make this a more realistic endeavor. Thanks!