sportycliff

Instead of cork backing, try using 220-400 grit adhesive backed sandpaper on your rules. Right to the edge, as long as you're slightly careful it shouldn't scratch the leather, and it will minimize stretch. I like the rotary cutters as well, but it's another tool to keep sharp. Just another option...

I would try something like at least an 8/9 oz latigo. Latigo is one of the strongest leathers, and of course the thicker the better.

Well I received my large table and swing down guide adapters for my CB4500 from @Patrick1. Damn, I'm impressed! The fit and finish of the table is perfect. I'm actually shocked that the tolerances were so good considering it's a Chinese made casting that it fits. Call that a win for Patrick and the Chinese factory. It' great with the factory round needle plate and one of Patrick's own flat narrow needle plate. (a previous purchase) The swing down guide adapters and the recommended Chinese guide are also flawless. This will be a perfect "2nd" heavy stitcher, now I have a flatbed to go with the cylinder arm. Thanks Patrick!

Great job! Thanks for the story, my timing finding it was perfect. I got to read and see it all at once.

Can't wait until this is available!! I'm in!

Is this bed still available?

Still looking...

Thanks, Still looking. Converting to 60mm didn't work. Funny, as many of these things that are out there, you'd think ebay and Amazon would be loaded with replacement belts.

Good morning, Does anyone know where I can get sanding drums/belts/sleeves for the cheap Chinese sander/burnisher machines? Approx 2 3/8" diameter x 2" wide? I've searched ebay/Amazon/search engine and can't find any other than Tandy, and they're priced out of sight. I'd hate to have them made if someone is already carrying them in multiple grits. TIA Cliff

Thanks!!

The leather point equivalent to these needles?

I'll check for play tomorrow. I timed it with 2.5 (factory spec)? Packed up and heading to the tech early tomorrow, bit of a ride, but hopefully it'll get straightened out...

I'll check for play tomorrow. I timed it with 2.5 (factory spec)?

checked it and it'll run 207 easily and cleanly.

Same problem with #92...