Members Woehlk Posted March 16, 2022 Members Report Posted March 16, 2022 So im making a new thread, with my projekt, hoping somebody will follow and maybe give some help or tips. So here is the current state of the machine. My plan is to do a complete cleaning of the machine, re oiling, and maybe repaint at an auto shop. Also I re blueing the black parts. I´m kinda anxious., because, the only other sewing machine I have taken apart, was a old Adler 30-7. And that was way simpler then this. I hope I can get some questions answered when the time comes! I have a manual for the 335 H3, but so there is a lot of tiny things that's different. Quote
Members jimi Posted March 16, 2022 Members Report Posted March 16, 2022 Hi Woehlk and welcome, very nice machine there, the paint looks very good on your machine, if it was mine i would not repaint it but that is just my opinion. Have a look at this post, this could maybe help a little. Quote
Members Woehlk Posted March 16, 2022 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2022 7 hours ago, jimi said: Hi Woehlk and welcome, very nice machine there, the paint looks very good on your machine, if it was mine i would not repaint it but that is just my opinion. Have a look at this post, this could maybe help a little. Wow amazing thread Jimi!, wow you did an awesome job!. I bag all my screws in bags like you. So I know there they all go. My biggest fear os getting the timing right. Also, getting all the things in the house back What was the worst part for you? Quote
Members dikman Posted March 16, 2022 Members Report Posted March 16, 2022 I agree with Jimi, I wouldn't repaint it as it looks pretty good to me. Plus if you're going to paint it you need to strip it down completely! Quote Machines wot I have - Singer 51W59; Singer 331K4; Seiko STH-8BLD; Pfaff 335; CB4500. Chinese shoe patcher; Singer 201K (old hand crank)
Members Woehlk Posted March 17, 2022 Author Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 So this is the state right now, she is almost naked now I have cleaning all the things in the ultrasonic cleaner, and buffed it with the Dremel. I found the screws with holes in them filled with gunk!. referred to the manual, and I could se it was actually old decomposed wick. its a auto lubricating system. wow smart, even for the 1950! I won't be putting in cotton wig this time I think. I went to town, and there was a Vapeshop. you know these E cigaret things. and they sold synthetic wig, just the right size!, and its made for moving oil, perfect ! Only thing there is missing know, is taking out the big rod going through the machine. Im SO scared I won't be able to get it back the same way, there is no reference to where the things on the rod should sit!. But, im this far, might as well right? Also, im putting my trust in some of you could help me Quote
Members Constabulary Posted March 17, 2022 Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 Would not repaint it either but I repainted machines that others wont repaint as well so do not listen to me In case of reselling (now or later) original painted machines usually bring more than "obviously refurbished" ones or machines with a "personal touch". Holy smokes are you well organized. I usually put all parts in one bin and go from there Quote ~ Keep "OLD CAST IRON" alive - it´s worth it ~ Machines in use: - Singer 111G156 - Singer 307G2 - Singer 29K71 - Singer 212G141 - Singer 45D91 - Singer 132K6 - Singer 108W20 - Singer 51WSV2 - Singer 143W2
Members jimi Posted March 17, 2022 Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 (edited) 15 hours ago, Woehlk said: What was the worst part for you? Thanks....The worst part was getting the box with the black 335 with all the parts rattling inside and full of holes!!! the rest is just taking lots of pictures and trial and error, but i did not take the main shaft out so you will have to remember where it all goes afterwards its looking good!.... and they are great machines for wallets! Edited March 17, 2022 by jimi Quote
Members Woehlk Posted March 17, 2022 Author Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 5 minutes ago, jimi said: Thanks....The worst part was getting the box with the black 335 with all the parts rattling inside and full of holes!!! the rest is just taking lots of pictures and trial and error, but i did not take the main shaft out so you will have to remember where it all goes afterwards its looking good!.... and they are great machines for wallets! Don't think im going to take out the main shaft then. Its SO dirty inside. I wanna spray it down with a pressure washer,. when dying it out afterwards Quote
Members jimi Posted March 17, 2022 Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 24 minutes ago, Woehlk said: Don't think im going to take out the main shaft then. Its SO dirty inside. I wanna spray it down with a pressure washer,. when dying it out afterwards I tend to do the minimum in that sense because if things get stuck and the casting breaks then you start thinking.. why did i want to take that part off if it was working Ok!!! Quote
Members Woehlk Posted March 17, 2022 Author Members Report Posted March 17, 2022 Doing some cold blueing of some of the parts. Its SO fun! Feel like a kid discovering paint for the first time Other then the things that was originally blued, Im blueing some details just for fun. Its not like anybody will ever se it other then me, but hey, gotta have fun right Quote
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