Huntermetal
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Thanks. So far I like it. I notice there’s not much mention of Mitsubishi machines here. Is there a reason they aren’t as popular as the others (juki, consew, Adler, etc...)?
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Hi. I was wondering if anyone has used these or knows anything about them. They seem to be heavy duty compound feed machines. How do they compare to other sewing machines like Juki's or Durkopp's, Consew... in the same capacity range? Quality of construction? Not much info out there on these machines. Maybe tell me what you think about Mitsubishi machines in general to. Thanks.
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Older style. Any condition and preferably in California and in good condition but I am ok shipping from anywhere in the US if the price is right.
Thanks,
Rigel
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Thanks Gregg! I'll try these out.
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Hi. I recently bought this machine and someone forgot to push the bobbin case on all the way, went to sew and the needle broke, things crashed and threw everything out of whack! I did some searching and could find the manual but nothing showing the servicing of this machine. The main issue is I'm sure it's out of time and the thread release finger hits the hook assembly and I'm not sure what else needs to be adjusted. Anyone have the manual for setting up the bottom feed side of this machine? Or maybe a video link?
How similar is the RB-1 to the RB-5? Could I use the same manual and set up procedure or information and be okay?
Thanks a bunch!
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16 hours ago, jimi said:http://www.fortuna-gmbh.de/filme/fortuna-schaerfen.mp4
Hi there, they usually have a number/letter code the normal type being 50S. if you look at the video you can see three additional settings apart from the first one, i am not 100% sure but it looks like they are doing toe puffs or similar for shoes which would probably need different types of skives so being able to jump from one to another saves time setting up manually. as long as you can adjust to make at least one type of skive then your ok. if i were you i would contact Fortuna GmbH and ask them for some info. if you tell them your S/N they can tell you the type of machine and year it was built etc.. if you send me your email i can send a copy of the manual in pdf. i think most parts on the bottom are the same. jimi.
Thanks Jimi. I’ll pm you my email. The video looks similar but with a top roll instead of the standard foot. Here is a pic of the plate where the model usually is. I’ll check with Fortuna too. Cheers!
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Hi. I recently picked up this skiver and can’t find any info or manuals on this type. Does anyone recognize it? It has a semi-automatic head that has 3 settings you can switch between and another knob that does variations of the 3 settings but a manual would cut through a lot of stabbing in the dark. Some schematics would be great too. The functions don’t seem to work properly.
Also can anyone point me in the in the right direction for buying a stone drive wheel? And what exactly is the users for each of the types? Knurled Steel, Stone and rubber?
thanks!!
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13 hours ago, shoepatcher said:Actually, the 205-374 preceded the 205-370. Adler came out with the 205-74 in 1985 when they introduced the machine. They made a lot of changes in the first 6 months. The new models were called 205-374. Adding the 3 to the last part of the model number meant it was walking foot with alternating pressers. When Durkopp bought Adler in the 1990's, the model number was changed to 205-370. In essence, all these machines are the same.
glenn
Thank you shoepatcher. That’s exactly what I was looking for.
Wiz, thank you too. I actually haven’t had a chance to thoroughly go through it yet. I’ll check out the feed dogs.
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Difference between Adler 204-370 and 204-374
in Leather Sewing Machines
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Hi. Any ideas? I can’t see any difference. Maybe stitch length range? Thanks!