jamesg63 Report post Posted November 6, 2011 Hello, I have been a member on this site for a few years now. I still, to this day am overwhelmed by the skill, talent, and knowledge found here. I recently acquired some Leather Machines. However, I have never operated ANY type of sewing machine. I was hoping that somebody out there could share a little knowledge. I was told the Durkopp worked but needs to be "timed"? As far as the singers go, no idea? I dont even know where to begin as far as checking them. Does anyone know where to optain repair,operating, manuals? Any info will be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted November 7, 2011 Dont have no good info for ya, just wanna say those are some cool looking old machines. I know the 29k is a very useful machine if you can get it working good. The others I am not sure of. Looks like a good find though. Sure Wiz or Bob or Art will be around shortly. Looks like you dont wanna be operating them though until you have taken them apart and cleaned/oiled and what not. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted November 7, 2011 The first thing you need to do is get the rust off each machine, then oil it in every visible oil hole. Baptize them in oil! Pray for the Fish! After they are clean and oiled and wiped off, find a dealer within driving distance, if any and drop them off for parts, adjusting and timing. Marion is a long way from Chi-town or Toledo, where the industrial sewing machine shops are located. It's probably safer taking them to Toledo than Chicago. If you take them to Toledo Industrial Sewing Machines, on Marine Road, Toledo, Ohio, Bob and Bobby will get them running and sewing for you. Just clean the rust off first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leatherquestions Report post Posted August 9, 2014 Try Pilgrim Machine for Manuals for operation and repair. They have manuals going back several generations. Tip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishful Report post Posted August 10, 2014 (edited) Most of the singer manuals are online at http://parts.singerco.com/IPinstManuals/ apply lots of oil as wiz says and look to youtube for repairs and sewing tips Edited August 10, 2014 by Wishful Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
