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Hmm, ok, so it's a top-bottom sync issue... And I could move it 1-2mm, then it started binding up, and it's better, but not perfect. I think the bobbin case might be damaged, the edge on the slit is very sharp, almost protruding, so I'll get some fine sandpaper and soften that transition, I bet that'll sort the issue completely. I really appreciate the help. :D

What exactly does that do? It feels like that would change the timing..?

So when going around the bobbin, the top thread at times get stuck in the tension slit. Does anyone know what causes this problem? Cheers Johnny

So let's start off with me being pretty familiar with industrial sewing machine mechanics, but, and though the Singer 111 design is my absolute favorite, it's also a design I'm just not very good with, servicing... Now I got myself a noisy Juki 563. As far as I can tell the main issues are; a stuttery noise in the front, like the gears are too tight, and there's a "knobby" sound from the timing belt. But the shape of the gears and the belt seems fine, so I'm guessing it's all a question of adjustment. There's also a bit of a howl at faster speeds - something I've run across with several Juki 562/563's before - but never with Singer 111..? Anyone know why that is? I'm kinda thinking it might be the rubber belt vs the cleated belt in the Singer 111's that might be a factor. Not cheap to get a NOS cleated belt, though, but if it's that, I might put up the $75 for one - especially to get away from that knobby sound. And I've checked around a bit and watched some videos, but I haven't found anything about these specific problems. So yeah, any tips, links to good Singer 111/Juki 56x service resources, videos, etc, on this stuff would be much appreciated. Image for attention. Cheers. :D

It wasn't the hook it was the needle, and I got it sorted after some trickery. I can't seem to edit the original post, though... And yeah, great patchers. I've sold two (including this one today) and both has been great, after some messing about, getting them to sew well again.

So I'm in need for a new shuttle for a Claes RPX-2. (same as for Claes 200-2 and Claes 20) I messaged both Claes in Germany and some local suppliers, but it seems these are very pricey, so I thought I'd ask if anyone knows if any of the Singer 29k subclasses has a compatible shuttle? That should likely be way cheaper... And I'm in Sweden, so any tips on where to get one should preferable be within EU to get away from import charges, etc...

Just a question, is the 200 or RPX the never model?

It's 81. And I haven't found anyone in Europe offering 81 needles aside from size 90 which is a bit to small to be very useful. And here are some pictures and a demo video. https://photos.app.goo.gl/kayQktM8KSnmLwe5A

Nadel 81. Good you brought this up. Any tips on replacement needles? As in, is there a more common needle close enough in size to be usable? I don't have any 81 needles so running it with a 135x17 mounted low right now. Sews like a dream, but pretty far from an optimal solution, haha...

Bobbin diameter is 14-15mm.

No clue on the subclass, I haven't found any markings on it, but it's one of the smallest bobbins I ever seen, though a bit taller than the Singer 29 ones, I think. As for shipping, this machine was imported from Germany through Poland on a pallet with 3 other leather machines, haha, so shipping is a non issue. It was bought for resale.

Sounds about what I get, so it is what it is, then. Any ideas where to get bobbins and/or bobbin case for this model? Else I got some milling, lathe work and soldering ahead of me...

Here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/69e1qLTaMdGQ444J8 And I made a leather block for the stitch adjuster, though not in these pictures. Only thing is max stitch length seems to be 5mm while the stitch length adjuster is between 0 and 10mm. Not sure why it maxes out at 5 - even with the leather block removed, thus allowing the accentric thingie to its lowest position...

Yeah, noticed the block was missing, made one a so now it works. :D

Edit: Solved. It looks like I'm missing some kinda rubber spacer thingie on the back. I need to understand the stitch length adjuster on the Claes patcher. On the one I have here I can only conclude it doesn't work, but I haven't been able to figure out how it works, mechanically, and it's hard to fix what I don't understand.