Members emidgett1969 Posted April 9 Members Report Posted April 9 Hey folks I'm looking for a machine recommendation from the community. I am new to machine sewing, I am very mechanical and I'm technical. My sole purpose is to sew automotive interiors (because my primary hobby is auto restoration). So I have no interest in garments, leather goods, harness type stuff etc... I only want to sew fabric/leather/vinyl/foam that would be appropriate for car seats, door panels, headliners and so on. I prefer leather interiors but I want to be able to mix in vinyl or fabric in the right situation. I don't see myself ever doing this professionally but my auto work has taught me to get the right tools for the job to avoid pain and frustration. In my recent sewing machine studies, I've learned I probably need a compound feed walking foot machine that is powered by a servo motor. I think I need the ability to go up to V-138 thread and the ability to easily handle up to 3/8" material (roughly, hopefully that is max). I have the know-how and tech skills to get something used and fix it up, but I have very little desire to do that... I already have the cars calling me to tinker and repair, the last thing I need is a tool that I have to tinker with so it needs to be ready to sew. What is a good option for a quality tool that can do a great job, that is as economical as possible while still being reasonable for my skill level? Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted April 9 Moderator Report Posted April 9 1 hour ago, emidgett1969 said: In my recent sewing machine studies, I've learned I probably need a compound feed walking foot machine that is powered by a servo motor. I think I need the ability to go up to V-138 thread and the ability to easily handle up to 3/8" material (roughly, hopefully that is max). I think that you will be served well by either a Consew 206RB-5 or a Juki DNU-1541. Both are compound feed walking foot machines capable of handling up to #138 bonded thread. Quote
Members emidgett1969 Posted April 9 Author Members Report Posted April 9 Hi Wizcrafts Thank you for the recommendation. Im happy to be a new member, and looking forward to acquiring the machine and getting started! Quote
Members emidgett1969 Posted April 10 Author Members Report Posted April 10 (edited) How does a Consew 1206RB compare or differ from a 206RB? The former looks slightly cheaper but they seem to have the same specs "on paper" (except slightly shorter max stitch length). Trying to determine if the difference makes any difference in my limited scope of use. Nm lol, I just bought the 206. Edited April 10 by emidgett1969 Quote
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