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Since we cann't see what is happening under the bottom feed dog cover plate I would take off the cover plate. Then very slowly hand wheel it through a cycle to see what the bobbin case is jamming up against without the top thread in the needle. What size of thread are you using? kgg

I would be more concerned with parts being available and how hard the machine was run with the patched together motor / reduction gearing that was placed bolted onto it. The silver cover for the belt to me actually looks like it was from a meat slicer. kgg

Gregor I clicked on the link to your video. I got a message that it was unavailable. kgg

It is really nice to see Jc2019 reach out as he obviously has the want to reinvest in himself too enhance his abilities and hone that skill set to become the best leather-crafter he can. I agree with bikermutt07 a trip down under would be a great investment. Reinvestment in oneself through education and equipment to further a skill will always pay-off in the long run. kgg

I do agree that an apprentice needs to be paid a fair wage if the end work is going to be sold or charged for, otherwise it is just schooling. All education whether by seminar, weekend courses, college, trade school or university the student pays to learn a skill. Oh how times have changed from the indentured apprenticeships like my grandfather done. Seven years paying, yes paying, every week to learn under a master before being able to become one himself, he was a master tailor. We had other "tailors" in the family who he scuffed at not because their work wasn't decent but he considered them to be "factory" tailors. In his eyes they had to use pre-made patterns, etc. to produce a good end product rather then a being able to it from scratch with just the bolt of cloth in front of them. kgg

I am glad they are going to send a new part for your machine it does show that the supplier is willing to supply a complete workable machine to you. I do agree that for a lot of us marking a simple part or finding a work around may not be that much of a deal but not everyone wants to, can or should be expected to on a new machine regardless of the brand, type or price tag. I don't think anyone would expect these machines to be the quality that one would expect from a Singer, Juki or Alder. They don't come with great paint jobs / refined finishes or servo motors but they have their place particularly for a lot of people who cann't justify the cost of a more expensive machine for the occasional use. I think for most hobbyists they get a brand name machine as their main machine (used or new) and then make do. For most the patcher is a nice accessory but with the cost, at least in Canada, ranging from $900 for no name Chinese clone to over $2500 for a brand name Chinese clone the $129.00 price tag becomes really a no brainier as all long as it can sew a decent stitch. Just my two cents. kgg

I am going to assume you got the multi language manuals with the machine and have your machine mounted. My suggestion would be to go though everything again step by step by the manual. When it comes to putting the bobbin in what I found easiest was to tilt the machine back and let it rest on the back stop post that is mounted in the table. I didn't install the plastic covers over the drive belt. Hands and fingers are just to big and / or clumsy to install from underneath the table as well as I can see and hear the click as the bobbin is installed.

I agree with Tugadude. The word "lie" is really over the line for me as well, particularly on an open form. It just conjures up to many negative impressions. kgg

Definitely remove the bobbin tensioner from the top cover before trying to straighten, it is some sort of alloy. Also you mention in your post "double loop through to wind the bobbin". The thread path should be that the thread enters through the hole in the bracket arm then loops between the tensioner discs and then the thread is threaded back out through the same hole in the bracket arm. The thread does not make a complete 360 wrap before exiting. The thread then goes directly to your bobbin. If you do a complete 360 wrap before exiting you are going to put to much tension on the bobbin thread. Tension on the bobbin thread is then increased or decreased by tightening / loosening the nob on the tensioner. The reason I mention this is that there is a video on youtube that shows the thread entering the tensioner through the hole in the bracket arm which is correct but then goes directly underneath the thread cutter before going to the bobbin, not correct. kgg

I am surprised that it was shipped with it already mounted to the top cover as mine was in a clear plastic parts bag and the styrofoam wasn't moulded to allow for that part to be mounted for shipping. I agree with Sark9 the best way to straighten it would be to put it in a good vise to flatten the bend out. But before you do that contact and request a replacement part from the company you purchase it from. Send them pictures of the damaged part as well as any damage to the shipping carton. I would go through all the bits and pieces with a fine tooth comb checking for any other damage to the machine, covers, table, motor, etc. When you get to run the machine check for any usual sounds it should run quiet, smooth and steady with no vibrations.

I don't think the Singer 7-33 is going to do the job. I don't think you are going to able to stuff the material under the presser foot let alone sew it. From the information I have seen the Singer 7-33 has 9/16 " (14.28mm) clearance under the presser foot and you need 30mm (roughly 1 3/16") so you would be needing about an extra 15+mm (7/16") more clearance just to get the material under the presser foot. I think you would be needing a needle and awl type sewing machine for that type of material and thickness. kgg

I would choose the Reliable Sewquiet based on experience with their other equipment and the number of internal coils the motor has. On a quick check I couldn't determine how many internal coils the others motors have. I am equating the more internal coils the more available initial torque and longevity. kgg

Jcuk, I agree. In my area if two young people ( male or female ) apply for a job. One from the city and one from the farm with both being equally qualified on paper, the person from the farm will get the job. Why, work ethic and not being afraid of a days work. I had a five month construction job finish and it was funny to watch the crews during their coffee breaks and lunch. The older crew members (45+) would be social, chatting about things (weather, family, wife, kids, news, general stuff) while the younger crew members (-25) would be sitting alongside one another heads down just playing with their cell phones, not uttering a word but exercising their thumbs. kgg

Reckless, I think you are going to be very pleased with the Juki. Did you get the 1541 or the 1541s and a servo? kgg

My suggestion is to purchase binding tape already double folded and use a single fold binding attachment. I have tried the off the shelf double fold binders and found that the amount of clearance (top fold to bottom fold) at the needle side is really tight. I had better results with using a single fold binding attachment but feed double fold ripstop tape into it to get a nice double fold rather then a raw edge fold. If you are going too make your own double fold bias tape, purchase a Bias Tape binding maker in the size you need then just feed it into the single fold binder. The only thing I had to do was open the ends up very slightly. kgg

An alternative to being able to sew thick leather other then hand stitching that maybe viable would be a pull lever type machine like the Cowboy Outlaw or the Tippmann Boss. kgg

The phrase "please advise" in my experience is typically used by scammers but that said I have used the phrase when peeved off at some thing / issue to get a point across. One could say the phrase maybe a little way of being passive aggressive before I get nasty. kgg

Simply, the answer is no. This machine is meant for lighter materials tailored towards the garment sector operating at much higher speeds. You would need something a lot heavier, preferably with a servo motor for speed control . Think of the Juki 441 type/style machines like the Cobra, Cowboy and a multitude of clones. kgg

Is this a new servo or a used one? Are you getting a funny / burned smell from the motor. If so, unplug it for safety and possible fire hazard reasons. If it is a new one, you should contact the seller. If it is a used one, you are probably going too have to replace it. kgg

Just found something similar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7CNMGnIDAE kgg

I did see a couple years ago a guy had mounted a small foot pedal alongside the main foot peddle too a cable that went up through the table top and attached to the reverse lever. I wished I had a picture. I thought it was quite ingenious at the time. kgg

I like that one billybopp. kgg

Let me say that I have always found the comments, real life evaluations and problem solving on this site to be excellent. I am just surprised at the lack of good overall reviews sponsored by the manufacturers, clone or brand name. I think when someone's product (clone or brand name) is reviewed and done in a manner not quite up to snuff or done outright poorly it does an injustice to that product. It probably results in potential buyers looking elsewhere. In a "review" I like straight up evaluations of the pros / cons / capabilities / comparisons and no personal stuff. kgg

Is there a site that does just sewing machine/equipment reviews? I just watched on youtube "Review: Techsew 2750 pro Cylinder arm leather sewing machine" by Stock & Barrel, which by the way seems to be a nice machine with some decent features. The video was for me a disappointment to say the least, 17 plus minutes that I will never get back. I was expecting a review, a real review much like when I am looking for computer equipment detailing the good, the bad and the ugly from unpacking to setup / running (I like realhardwarereviews.com). I wasn't expecting, look at my new toy video and get back to you over the next few months. kgg

Putting a wire screen over any opening to prevent the unwanted (bugs/birds/rodents/snakes) is always a good idea. I put wire screen over the propane intake and exhaust pipes as well after my friend had too have some expensive repairs done to their week old propane water tank. Squirrels travelled into the exhaust motor through the outside piping, destroying both the motor and squirrel. Repair obviously not covered under warranty. kgg