cazmocc Report post Posted December 16, 2015 I have a Singer 29K 58 boot patcher machine but can't use it as I have not got the screws to fix it onto the treadle base. I am in the UK so tried College Sewing Machines but to no avail. Can anyone help me source them? I am pretty sure that their part number is 88418E and I need 4. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted December 16, 2015 I may have some but have to check first - I´ll keep you updated... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted December 16, 2015 I have a set of 4 screws from a 29K73 but I think the long arm patchers are using the same screws, the short ram patchers ahd screws with smaller diameter afaik. I´ll send you a PM. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted December 18, 2015 I have a 29K58 and mine connects with 1/4-20 screws, 3/4 to 1 inch long with domed slot head. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoepatcher Report post Posted December 18, 2015 The 29K58 head was attached to the base with screws that are 9/32" x 20 TPI. You can order generic Singer screw #50632 which is that size and pitch and it works fine. That is what I use now. The former screw is no longer available. Early Singer 29's used a 3/16" x 28 screw to fasten the head to the stand . I believe it was screw #122. The #128 is the same screw only shorter and that is still made because it is the screw to attach the end of the head to arm. glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cazmocc Report post Posted December 19, 2015 Thank you for your help everyone - I will send for some of the generic Singer screws that shoepatcher suggested. I feel very supported as I start out on my leather working journey to know that there are people out there with all the answers! Carol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted March 5, 2016 Can this machine work well with 92 bonded nylon, top and bobbin too? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted March 5, 2016 Can this machine work well with 92 bonded nylon, top and bobbin too? Yes, but that is the maximum size. Use #19 or 20 needles with #92 thread. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted March 5, 2016 Many thanks! The 29K looks more robust than it really is. But it's still a wonderful machine to have. It'll reach some tight spots. I've ordered a cam roller to hopefully get the slop out of the walking foot. Stitch length is a little short to suit me. The current roller has a flat spot on it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted March 5, 2016 (edited) I´m sewing 138 w/o problems. You should also change the bell crank lever. If one roller has a flat spot check the other rollers too. EDIT: but 138 Polyester not Nylon! Edited March 5, 2016 by Constabulary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeannette Report post Posted March 7, 2016 I just got a Singer 29-4 shoe patcher and wonder if anyone can answer a few questions for me.Does anyone know where I can get an oil/wax bowl for it?I also need a drawer for the stand. The belt on this machine is in good shape but I thought it would be a good idea to have a back up belt. What size belt do they take? I mic-ed the leather belt at 0.185". Is that a 1/4" belt? Does anyone know what the length should be for the belt? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoepatcher Report post Posted March 8, 2016 Jeanette, I have a bunch of the oil bowls that screw on the top of the machine. Do you have the screw or is it missing? Send me a private email glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted March 18, 2016 (edited) After some limited experience with my 29 I've come to the reluctant conclusion that modern equals will serve you better. The stitch length on the older machines and maybe on all of them leave something to be desired. I like mine but if I had if to do over again.....I wouldn't have bought it. I would've picked up a modern cowboy or something similar. My 31-15 and 153W102 can do anything I would've really needed. I enjoy the mechanical nature of these machines than I do their actual utility. So, I would be a fixer rather than a sewing person. I had the 29 confused with a larger model I saw in the shoe shops as a kid probably a Singer model 7 maybe? My nomenclature may be off a bit there. Anyway..,here we are. Edited March 18, 2016 by mmike956 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wizcrafts Report post Posted March 18, 2016 After some limited experience with my 29 I've come to the reluctant conclusion that modern equals will serve you better. The stitch length on the older machines and maybe on all of them leave something to be desired. I like mine but if I had if to do over again.....I wouldn't have bought it. I would've picked up a modern cowboy or something similar. My 31-15 and 153W102 can do anything I would've really needed. I enjoy the mechanical nature of these machines than I do their actual utility. So, I would be a fixer rather than a sewing person. I had the 29 confused with a larger model I saw in the shoe shops as a kid probably a Singer model 7 maybe? My nomenclature may be off a bit there. Anyway..,here we are. Well equipped shoe shops would often have a pedestal mounted heavy duty Adler 30-something, or a Claes patcher, either costing about 5 or 6 thousand dollars new. They might have a small bobbin Singer patcher or two for lighter and tighter quarters work, like repairing purse straps and strap tabs, sewing close to toes in shoes, or sewing patches onto motorcycle vests. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted March 29, 2016 The bell crank lever had a screw missing and I replaced it along with the roller. Now I get 9 stitches per inch but the walking foot rubs the needle bar! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted March 29, 2016 Seems you installed the gib on the wrong side. It belongs on the side with the thumb screw with the small notch on the upside - if you know what I mean. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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shoepatcher Report post Posted March 30, 2016 Check the needle screw. It looks to big to me. I believe the correct needle set screw is a #237. It is a short screw with a fairly flat head. Generic screws can be to big in the head size. glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmike956 Report post Posted March 31, 2016 You were right! I had it backwards. Now I switched from the 50 year old Nomex T70 to 92 bonded nylon for the first time. That nylon is hard to keep on the bobbin! Top thread tension seems sensitive too. I have a few cones of the old Nomex left and I like it but when that's gone bonded nylon or polyester is all there is I guess. With nylon so springy, how well does it lock at the end of the stitch? None of my machines have a reverse feature so I either rotate the work or slacken the thread and back the work up beneath the presser foot and make about two steps with the needle.. On the 29K the foot can be rotated for a lock. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussellJohn Report post Posted November 15, 2020 From the library of: Superior Sewing Machine & Supply LLC ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED WITH 29K58 AND 29K62 MACHINES No. Instruction Book 50616E Machine Screw (for fastening Machine to Stand) SS418E Machine Screw (for fastening Machine to Power Table) 82833 Machine Screw Washer for use with SS418E 29 X 4 Needles (2 each, sizes 19, 21 and 22). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoepatcher Report post Posted November 17, 2020 the 50616, ss418, 82833 no longer available. I have a replacement for the 50616 bolt. glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
donga Report post Posted January 31, 2021 On 11/17/2020 at 6:34 PM, shoepatcher said: the 50616, ss418, 82833 no longer available. I have a replacement for the 50616 bolt. glen Glen, do you still have bolts for attaching the head to the base available? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoepatcher Report post Posted February 4, 2021 yep they are on the way to you. glenn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
