Stitching with the Artisan Toro 3000

[esantoro]

Thanks for the responces guys. In lieu of removing the needle bar skeg, I wonder if I can possibly adjust the needle bar so the skeg doesn't make such a deep depression? I may have to call Artisan on that one.

Randy

I'd also like to know if it's possible to raise or lower the inner presser-foot bar. I don't think the needle bar should be touched at all, as that would throw off the timing or perhaps damage something. There are other adjustments on these machines that are very helpful to know about, especially when using a variety of presser feet and needle plates. I started a thread on some of these adjustments a while back.

Ed

[MattW]

Hi Matt,

Where do you buy your buckskin Coats?

I order from Ferdco

[esantoro]

I order from Ferdco

I've ordered peasant Coats from Ferdco. Is buckskin the same as peasant or is it a different color? I like the thread color in your pics.

ed

[MattW]

I've ordered peasant Coats from Ferdco. Is buckskin the same as peasant or is it a different color? I like the thread color in your pics.

ed

Call and ask Cheryl(sp?) if they have any of the thread that Frontier Gunleather uses. We had to order a case last time.

Also try Luberto's Sewing Machines

Matt

[Prince]

Would someone please post a pic of the original thing that is causing the problem? I'll be getting one of these machines and I'd like to see if it would interfere with stuff I'll be working on.

[BOOMSTICKHolsters]

I don't have any pictures of the part before I changed it. If you order directly from Artisan, I'll bet they would work with you enough to sell the machine with the parts you wanted.

[Randyc]

I wouldn't go that route unless you want the material to slip and the stitching to get spaced unevenly. Still, the folks from Artisan know a lot more than me so see what they say about it.

Thanks, Jeff your correct. After I mentioned adjusting the needle bar, I thought it through and decided that wasn't a good idea. I was busy cuffin and stuffin the bad guys today and didn't get a chance to edit my post. I molded a holster over the weekend and was able to smooth out the indentation made from the needle bar skeg. I may just leave well enough alone. If I do decide to remove the skeg, did you use a dremel tool when you removed yours?

Randy

Edited September 17, 2008 by Randyc

[Elton Joorisity]

Not to sound too picky here, but that is not the needle bar. The needle bar is where you put the needle in. What you are talking about is the inside presser foot. I have removed the ridge on mine (Artisan 4000 ) with nothing more than a file and some fine emery cloth and then buffing compound.

You can adjust the presser foot tension on the rear of the machine but I only do this when there is a major change in thickness of projects being sewn or with the use of the holster plate.

Steve is a great guy to walk you through any problems. Heck he helped me while they were having an earthquake...TALK ABOUT SERVICE!!

[Randyc]

Not to sound too picky here, but that is not the needle bar. The needle bar is where you put the needle in. What you are talking about is the inside presser foot. I have removed the ridge on mine (Artisan 4000 ) with nothing more than a file and some fine emery cloth and then buffing compound.

You can adjust the presser foot tension on the rear of the machine but I only do this when there is a major change in thickness of projects being sewn or with the use of the holster plate.

Steve is a great guy to walk you through any problems. Heck he helped me while they were having an earthquake...TALK ABOUT SERVICE!!

Elton

I'm refering to the needle bar sir. There is a protrusion on the bottom of the needle bar that pushes the stitch down. My issue is not connected to the presser foot.

Randy

[greg gomersall]

Elton is right the only thing sticking out from the bottom of your your needle bar is a needle. Please read your owner's manual closely if you need more clarification.

this skeg works like the pricker feet did on alot of the old machines did, to help seat the stitch and yes it can cause problems when starting or turning, your machine will not even notice it missing if your grind it off. I use to have a 205 Adler that had a groove in the needle plate for the bottom stitch to lay in as it moved back, this can be filled in ( i used silver solder) which will help push the bottom sticth up in as well on these machines. Greg