Members dmar836 Posted March 15, 2013 Members Report Posted March 15, 2013 Hmmm. Two and a half months later I'm wondering if Tom ever got his machine going? Dave Quote
Members vpd66 Posted March 15, 2013 Members Report Posted March 15, 2013 I have a 111w155 that I'm having trouble getting the timing marks lined up. When the take up lever is all the way up and I align my marks, the belt won't engage the sprocket. It is 1/2 tooth off. I tried adjusting the clutch as per the video posted in this thread, but by the time I adjust it enough the clutch is disengaged. Any ideas? The shaft isn't twisted. Could the belt be stretched? Is the clutch wore out? I'm not trying to hijack this thread. I just thought it would be good to add my problem to this thread. Quote
Members TSquared Posted March 16, 2013 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2013 It is hard to believe it has been that long since I last logged on. I changed jobs right after the new year and have been traveling internationally. I generally leave for a week or two only to stop home for bill paying and laundry. Wife isn't real happy but it pays the bills. To answer your question, I have not put the old girl back together. I told Eric I would video the process and send him the digital file for his records. I got as far as buying a tripod for my Sony and setting it up in the basement. I know I need to get it done, I just don't have the ambition after being gone for 10 days at a stretch. I do feel bad about not getting it back together since Eric was kind enough to help me out so much.... I hope everyone is doing well. Tom Quote
Members TSquared Posted March 16, 2013 Author Members Report Posted March 16, 2013 It is hard to believe it has been that long since I last logged on. I changed jobs right after the new year and have been traveling internationally. I generally leave for a week or two only to stop home for bill paying and laundry. Wife isn't real happy but it pays the bills. To answer your question, I have not put the old girl back together. I told Eric I would video the process and send him the digital file for his records. I got as far as buying a tripod for my Sony and setting it up in the basement. I know I need to get it done, I just don't have the ambition after being gone for 10 days at a stretch. I do feel bad about not getting it back together since Eric was kind enough to help me out so much.... I hope everyone is doing well. Tom Quote
Members gottaknow Posted March 17, 2013 Members Report Posted March 17, 2013 It is hard to believe it has been that long since I last logged on. I changed jobs right after the new year and have been traveling internationally. I generally leave for a week or two only to stop home for bill paying and laundry. Wife isn't real happy but it pays the bills. To answer your question, I have not put the old girl back together. I told Eric I would video the process and send him the digital file for his records. I got as far as buying a tripod for my Sony and setting it up in the basement. I know I need to get it done, I just don't have the ambition after being gone for 10 days at a stretch. I do feel bad about not getting it back together since Eric was kind enough to help me out so much.... I hope everyone is doing well. Tom Sound like you've been a busy guy Tom. Must be the season. We started a large Jeans contract which required resurecting several machines that haven't been used since we made Levi's back in the early 90's. I hired an old friend of mine that I actually worked for back in the 80's. He's in his 70's and works about 15 hours a week for me. He's an absolute genius with machines and even though he works for me now, I feel like a newbie. We rebuilt 2 Reece 101 keyhole buttonhole machines just for starters. They are a beast of a machine. We're also making welding jackets for the Navy out of 5 oz. suede. I'm using a 60's era Singer 300w two needle chainstitch machine as we re-engineered the jackets. I built speed reducers, installed air needle coolers, and silicone lube resevoirs for the needle threads and looper threads. I'll put some pics up when time permits. We've been hiring steady for the last couple of months. We're also doing some waterproof garments for Filson. I'm sure you'll get your machine humming along as time permits. Take care. Regards, Eric Quote
Members TSquared Posted March 17, 2013 Author Members Report Posted March 17, 2013 Glad to hear that your company is hiring. Things have not picked up much here in Ohio. So if I get you correctly, your 300w has air cooled needles. That baby must be moving fast to create enough heat to warrant air cooling. I look forward to seeing some photos. Off subject, did you get to Starbucks? Quote
Members TSquared Posted April 15, 2013 Author Members Report Posted April 15, 2013 I finally got a weekend home. I put my 111w back together. I reused the original needle bar after straightening it in our shop press. I got it straight to about .008. Best I could do. The needle bar on my machine is about 1/4 inch. The bar I got from Eric was about 5/16 so it wouldn't fit. I have to admit, I should have put it back together sooner because I forgot the assembly procedure. I got it back together only to find I forgot the walking foot bar! I took it all apart again and did it right. The replacement dogs work great. The needle no longer hits the lower dog. Thanks to all of you, especially Eric. Quote
Members gottaknow Posted April 15, 2013 Members Report Posted April 15, 2013 Glad it work out for you Tom. I'm now wondering if the needle bar I sent was actually for a 300W. In any event, used needle bars make really good leather punches. Just grind the open end sharp, beveling it towards the center, then use a Dremel to cut a slot for cleanout purposes. Oh, and thanks for the coffee! Regards, Eric Quote
Members TSquared Posted April 16, 2013 Author Members Report Posted April 16, 2013 My new job will most likely take me to Seattle sometime this year. If I make it out west I would be happy to treat you and wife for dinner. Sorry I didn't get the video for you. I will still make the effort when I get some free time. Quote
Members dmar836 Posted April 26, 2013 Members Report Posted April 26, 2013 Tom, Great news - another one saved! Hope all goes well with the travels. Eric, Awesome that American made clothes are beign made. It's discouraging somethimes but your company sounds great! And those machines sound wonderful. I would love a buttonholer but they are quite violent. Love them! Doing some ball cap bills today with wool on one side and cotton twill on the other with .125 cardboard between. Skips a stitch or two randomly and that won't do. Thin Sulky 50wt thread and an 18 needle. I'll need to experiment some. Dave Quote
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