Tippmann Boss Bobbin Winding?

[mncarpenter]

how in the heck do you wind a bobbin and get it level, with even tension, with a drill??? I go slow, and try to keep the thread level, it always ends up with a ball on one end or both, sometimes in the middle-drives me nuts.It makes a difference when stitching also, with tension changing at times. is there a technique for this, or better yet a bobbin winder?? other than the goofy little spindle? Thanks for any help, I love this thing otherwise.

[BWL]

how in the heck do you wind a bobbin and get it level, with even tension, with a drill??? I go slow, and try to keep the thread level, it always ends up with a ball on one end or both, sometimes in the middle-drives me nuts.It makes a difference when stitching also, with tension changing at times. is there a technique for this, or better yet a bobbin winder?? other than the goofy little spindle? Thanks for any help, I love this thing otherwise.

I have the same problem. I've been thinking of a bobbin winder of some kind, drill etc............ If you can picture this.............................. on the spool placing a piece of leather insde the spool serving as a drag and a leveler. Hows that that for a discription:spoton:

[mncarpenter]

I have the same problem. I've been thinking of a bobbin winder of some kind, drill etc............ If you can picture this.............................. on the spool placing a piece of leather insde the spool serving as a drag and a leveler. Hows that that for a discription:spoton:

funny you say that, i've had the same thought. I tried holding my thumb on it but that gets convoluted real quick. I've even considered tearing a baitcaster reel apart and using the pawl to make a level winder...

[Dwight]

For what it is worth, . . . I've had my Boss for a number of years now, . . . never did master making the bobbin perfect from end to end, . . . but I also have not had any real problems with it. A medium speed in my 3/8 inch drill allows my hand to load the bobbin fairly evenly, . . . but it isn't any where near perfect.

I have found though, . . . that it really doesn't make any difference.

I should qualify that though, . . . as the thread may be the difference. I use Tandy's thread exclusively, . . . it is waxed, . . . Tippmann's is not waxed, . . . I also only use two sizes (for the most part), . . . 346 and 407. Whatever I am using on top, . . . is also on the bobbin.

I don't have bobbin problems.

May God bless,

Dwight

[malabar]

For what it is worth, . . . I've had my Boss for a number of years now, . . . never did master making the bobbin perfect from end to end, . . . but I also have not had any real problems with it. A medium speed in my 3/8 inch drill allows my hand to load the bobbin fairly evenly, . . . but it isn't any where near perfect.

I have found though, . . . that it really doesn't make any difference.

I should qualify that though, . . . as the thread may be the difference. I use Tandy's thread exclusively, . . . it is waxed, . . . Tippmann's is not waxed, . . . I also only use two sizes (for the most part), . . . 346 and 407. Whatever I am using on top, . . . is also on the bobbin.

I don't have bobbin problems.

May God bless,

Dwight

Dwight,

you use 407? That's pretty heavy. Mind if I ask why?

tk

[Dwight]

Dwight,

you use 407? That's pretty heavy. Mind if I ask why?

tk

Simple, . . . I like the "bold" look of the heavier thread. I don't really use it much, . . . it's kinda sorta one of those "artistic" thingys some folks do, . . . I'm one of them.

Just every now and then I'll do a piece that needs a little "boldness", . . . grab the 407, . . . voila.

May God bless,

Dwight

[Shooter McGavin]

I like the heavier thread myself as well, been thinking of stepping up one size from the 277 I typically use.

As far as winding the bobbins, I hardly get them anywhere resembling even and havent noticed any problems as a result.

[malabar]

Simple, . . . I like the "bold" look of the heavier thread. I don't really use it much, . . . it's kinda sorta one of those "artistic" thingys some folks do, . . . I'm one of them.

Just every now and then I'll do a piece that needs a little "boldness", . . . grab the 407, . . . voila.

May God bless,

Dwight

Gotcha. I started using 344 for the top thread on most of my holsters as while ago. It does have a somewhat bolder look, especially on very dry, firm leather like Hermnan Oak. May have to try the bigger thread as well.

thanks

tk

[particle]

I try to get mine as smooth as possible, but that rarely happens. In fact, I don't think it's ever happened! But, I figure the smoother I can get it, the more thread I can fit on the bobbin. However, I have to assume that a zig-zag pattern on the bobbin would be the least likely to have snags - much like an open-face fishing reel would spool the fishing line, though you'll sacrifice a bit of capacity on the bobbin.

[BondoBobCustomSaddles]

I predominantly use 207, 277, and 346. Just depends on what it is I am doing. As for winding the bobbin, while it does make some difference, it is not noticeable unless you are working with a low tension. I haven't been able to get my perfect wind yet myself, and I been doing it for years, been thinking about getting a bobbin winder, they are out there, just haven't gotten round to it yet. I generally use a lot of tension, I like my stitches really tight, and since I also almost always use a stitch groover to give me a good line to follow, it gets my stitches down in the leather so they won't wear too soon.

I wouldn't worry about it too much as long as it is close to even.

Bob